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Life Guard Employment

Aquatics Lifeguard - Campus Pools

The Aquatics unit delivers opportunities for participants interested in swimming and provides two on-campus pools including Florida Pool and the O’Connell Center Pool.

Aquatics Lifeguards provide service to RecSports participants by overseeing the safety of our swim participants. All Lifeguards must currently have or be willing to obtain a Lifeguard/CPR/AED/First Aid certification by the first day of employment.

Check out our upcoming certification course offerings here!

Unit Specific Job Responisbilities

  • Perform necessary lifeguarding, first aid, and CPR skills as certified by the American Red Cross 
  • Monitor the safety and prevent injuries of swimmers and aquatics facility users 
  • Monitor access to the aquatics facility and enforce rules, regulations, and policies 

Requirements/Qualifications

  • University of Florida student
  • Current American Red Cross Lifeguard/CPR/AED/First Aid Certification or willing to obtain by start date.
  • Successfully complete the pre-employment water test
  • Commit 6-10 hours/ week; (may include morning, evenings, and weekends)
  • Additional certifications required for merit advancement
  • Complete and maintain UF certifications: GET803, OOC101, PRV802, ITT102, GET811