University of Maryland·Baltimore, Maryland
The Lead Lifeguard serves as the primary contact for lifeguard shifts, organizes certification classes, and assists with department-wide safety initiatives and training under the supervision of exempt staff. Responsibilities include maintaining constant watch over patrons, enforcing safety standards, responding immediately to emergencies, and performing regular facility and equipment inspections.
The Office of Academic Affairs, URecFit and Wellness have an opportunity for part time, contractual Lead Lifeguard (Contingent Category I Contractual Employment) in the SMC Campus Center.
URecFit and Wellness is committed to enriching the academic experience as well as encouraging the physical, mindful, cultural, spiritual, emotional, and social development of the UMB community.
Under general supervision, the Lead Lifeguard will will occasional nights and weekends is required for this position.
Uphold continuity of aquatic operations under the supervision of the full-time exempt staff of URecFit and Wellness.
Work requires outstanding communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills.
The selected candidate will exercise discretion and judgement with considerable consequence of error.
UMB is a public university and constituent institution of the University System of Maryland. All employees are expected to work primarily physically within the State of Maryland.
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Complete a 100-yard untimed, continuous swim test, 2-minute treading, and 10-lb. brick retrieval with 20-yard swim. Applicants must be 15 years old or older and pass a background check. REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES Ability to apply basic analytical skills; to operate manual and automated office equipment, personal computers and spreadsheet software to input data; to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; to prepare and present working papers and supporting documentation. Outstanding communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills. Ability to use own personal computer for accessing on-line platforms such as Zoom, Webex, Office 365, Google Meet, etc. Ability to use own personal computer to access the internet to conduct research for programming and update website and calendars.
Hiring
Range: Hourly rate for this position is $18.22. UMB is committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workforce and is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, ancestry or national origin, sex, pregnancy or related conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, marital status, protected veteran's status, or any other legally protected classification. If you anticipate needing a reasonable accommodation for a disability under the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA), during any part of the employment process, please submit a UMB Job Applicant Accommodation Request. You may also contact leave_and_accom@umaryland.edu. Please note that only inquiries concerning an ADA request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. The University of Maryland, Baltimore prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to the Title IX Coordinator. Read the UMB Notice of Non-Discrimination for more information.
Candidates must possess current, valid Lifeguard Instructor, Professional Rescuer Lifeguard (from ARC or equivalent), CPR, AED, and First Aid certifications, along with the ability to pass a physical swim test and background check. Outstanding communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills are essential, and applicants must be at least 15 years old.
Market context
In Maryland, lead lifeguard openings are often driven by seasonal pool and waterfront staffing needs, and employers typically look for candidates who can step into safety oversight quickly. These roles are competitive because they require current Lifeguard Instructor, Professional Rescuer Lifeguard, CPR, AED, and First Aid certifications, plus a swim test and background check. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your certifications and be ready to describe your communication and customer service experience.