On-Call Lifeguard

Monmouth University is seeking applications for on-call Lifeguards in the Fitness Center located in the Boylan Gymnasium on our main campus.

This is an in-Person on campus, non-Remote position

Additional Application Material Required

Monmouth University requires all applications and supporting documents to be submitted via the university’s career portal. In addition to the application, candidates must upload the following documents. Applications will not be considered complete for review until all required documents are uploaded.

Required Documents

• Resume or Curriculum Vitae

Optional Documents

• None

A pool lifeguard ensures swimmer safety by actively monitoring designated aquatic areas, enforcing rules, and responding instantly to emergencies. Key responsibilities include rescuing swimmers, administering CPR/first aid, maintaining water safety standards, and conducting facility checks. They must be certified, attentive, and able to work in high-stress, high-humidity environments.

• In this position you are expected to communicate and enforce all Monmouth University regulations and pool rules in a personable and professional manner.
• Be dressed in a uniform of a bathing suit and a Red Monmouth Issued Lifeguard t-shirt.
• Maintain the safety of the patrons in and around the pool.
• Communicate any potentially dangerous elements of the facility to the Aquatic Director.
• Perform patron surveillance with a rescue tube from the guard stand.
• Remain alert and use all senses while guarding.
• Test the water, record results and record imbalances to the supervisor.
• Be able to respond to an emergency and contact/activate EMS.
• Handle all incidents in a manner appropriate to your training.
• Complete all injury reports in black or blue ink.
• Conduct deep-end tests and buddy checks during camps.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities • Surveillance

• Actively scan the water, pool deck, and locker rooms to prevent accidents, injuries, and drownings.
• Rescue &
• First
• Aid: Perform water rescues, provide emergency care, and administer CPR, AED, and first aid when necessary.