Brown University·Providence, Rhode Island
The lifeguard is responsible for ensuring the safety and well-being of pool patrons at the Katherine Moran Coleman Aquatics Center. This involves preventing accidents and responding effectively to emergencies.
Brown University Athletics and Recreation is seeking candidates for the Lifeguard position. Located in Providence, Rhode Island, and a member of the Ivy League, our intercollegiate athletics program consists of 38 varsity teams with approximately 1,000 athletes who participate within the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA-DI). This position is responsible for ensuring the safety and well-being of the Katherine Moran Coleman Aquatics Center pool patrons (Brown students, faculty, staff, alumni, coaches, administrators, RISD students & faculty and general community members) by preventing and responding to emergencies. Education/Experience: High School Diploma/GED. Current certification in American Red Cross Lifeguard/First Aid/CPR for the Professional Rescuer, or equivalent. Candidate must successfully demonstrate all the following swim and rescue skills as part of the interview process: Swim Test; Brick Test; Legs Only Tread; Rescue Skills Scenarios; Spinal Injury Management; CPR/AED/First Aid Scenarios. All division employees are required to demonstrate exemplary ethical conduct and conformance to NCAA rules and regulations; the duties of the position are to be performed in compliance with all NCAA, Ivy League rules and regulations; and any rules violations on behalf of themselves or any knowledge of violations within the division are to be reported to the compliance office and appropriate parties. Employees in coaching positions must receive annual rules education on NCAA legislation related to recruiting by the compliance office and maintain current AED/CPR and First Aid certification (certification is available at no cost through the Division). Background Check – Criminal, Education All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and education verification satisfactory to Brown. Benefits of Working at Brown: Please review additional information on the Benefits of Working at Brown. Recruiting Start Date: 2026-08-03 Job Posting Title: Lifeguard Department: Athletics and Recreation Grade: Grade 5 Worker Type: Employee Worker Sub-Type: Seasonal/Intermittent (Fixed Term) (Seasonal) Time Type: Part time Scheduled Weekly Hours: 15 Position Work Location: Onsite
The designated Position Work Location for each position determines the approved modality of work. Positions are classified based on the operational and business needs of the department and may be designated as on-site, hybrid, or remote.
Employees with a designated position work location as remote must reside and perform their work in a state where Brown University is registered to do business. Brown University is a registered employer in the following states: Rhode Island, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Maryland, Massachusetts, New York, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, Washington, D.C.
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This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
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Candidates must hold a high school diploma or GED and possess current American Red Cross Lifeguard, First Aid, and CPR certifications. Applicants must also successfully pass a physical swim and rescue skills demonstration.
Market context
Rhode Island lifeguard roles are typically driven by seasonal and facility safety needs, with employers looking for candidates who can demonstrate current rescue readiness and reliable customer-facing judgment. This role is competitive because the required certifications and in-person swim and rescue tests narrow the field, and the job requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original posting to save you research time. Before applying, confirm your American Red Cross Lifeguard/First Aid/CPR credentials are current and practice the swim and rescue skills likely to be tested.