2026-2027 Wellness & Rec Center BBC, Student Lifeguard Lead

About Fiu

Florida International University https://fiu.edu/ is a Top 50, preeminent public research university with 55,000 students from all 50 states and more than 140 countries, as well as an alumni network of more than 340,000. Located in the global city of Miami, the university offers more than 200 degree programs at the undergraduate, graduate and professional levels, including medicine and law. FIU faculty are leaders in their fields and include National Academy members, Fulbright Scholars and MacArthur Genius Fellows. A Carnegie R1 institution, FIU drives impactful research in environmental resilience, health and technology and innovation. Home to the Wall of Wind and Institute of Environment, FIU stands at the forefront of discovery and innovation. With a focus on student success, economic mobility and community engagement, FIU is redefining what it means to be a public research university.

Overview

The Wellness and Recreation Center at BBCis currently seeking a Student Lifeguard to join their team of professionals. Duties to include:

• Oversees lifeguards and manages staff scheduling and coverage of pool hours of operations
• Assists aquatics coordinator with training and certification of all lifeguard staff
• Oversees and assist pool operations to include pump room, chemical testing, etc
• Assists with inventory of pool related supplies and materials
• Oversees the quality control checks of lifeguard related materials and tools
• Assist with in service workshops
• Communicate any operations or personnel issues to appropriate professional staff if necessary
• Ensures the safety of all participants utilizing the Panther Hall Leisure pool and/or Aquatics Center
• Monitor and supervise all swimming activities
• Provides preventive lifeguarding and vigilant observance for informal recreation, rentals, and youth programming
• Maintains knowledge of current lifeguarding skills in accordance with the American Red Cross and Florida International University Campus Recreation policies and procedures
• Enforces rules and regulations where applicable
• Arrives on time for assigned shifts and ensures appropriate supervision of pools
• Provides a clean and safe leisure pool by performing assigned light cleaning and sanitation duties
• Provides exceptional customer service and develops and cultivates a positive rapport with patrons
• Maintains regular communication with the supervisory team and other lifeguards
• Actively participates in all general and in-service trainings
• Performs kayaking instruction as assigned
• Maintains current American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification, First aid, CPR and AED
• Perform other duties related to the position as assigned

Job Category

Federal Work Study

Desired Qualifications

Desired Qualifications:

• 1 year as a Lifeguard at FIU WRC or 2 years lifeguard experience
• American Red Cross, First Aid, CPR, and AED certifications
• Lifeguard will maintain certifications within the American Red Cross that pertain to lifeguarding, first aid, CPR, and AED

Who May Apply

• Students enrolled at FIU, who have been awarded Federal Work Study (FWS) as part of their Financial Aid Award package.
• Student must be enrolled with a minimum of six (6) credit hours in a course of study leading to a degree or a Financial Aid eligible certificate, during Fall, Spring, and Summer semesters.
• Upon credits decreasing, award being canceled, or graduating, FWS employment must end.

Work Schedule

Hours will vary based on class schedule and needs of the department

Advertised Salary

$18.00/Hour

Pre-Employment Requirements

Criminal Background Check This student appointment may be subjected to a pre-employment background check.

Student Background Checks

Extended Background Check is required if the job includes any of the following responsibilities. Some may also require a Fingerprint Check: Duties: Yes or No Will the position provide unsupervised direct care, treatment, education, training, instruction, supervision, or recreation to vulnerable populations such as minors, the elderly, or those with disabilities? (Fingerprint Check required) YES Will the position work within a Child Care center, medical facilities, etc. (Requires DCF Clearinghouse at a cost) NO Will the position work in a university sponsored Summer Camp? (Requires DCF Clearinghouse at a cost)? NO Will the position require entering any K-12 schools? (Requires public school system clearance) NO Will the position perform fiscal duties to include budgeting, accounting, or having direct access to cash, checks, gift cards and/or credit/debit cards to include making and/or receiving payments? NO Will the position have control over university-wide operational processes through functional roles or system security access (Information technology related functions, e.g., Web/Application Developer, IT Technician, Data/Systems Analysts etc.)? NO Will the position drive a university vehicle (including using the golf cart)? (MVR Check only) NO Will the position travel with student athletes to events? NO Is this designated as a position of special trust, responsibility, and sensitive location (Museums, Housing Residential Life, NFSTC, and working with and around minors etc.)? YES Will the position have system access to process payments, print or distribute checks, process corrections, or generate, update, or approve financial transactions that will result in the disbursement of university funds? (Office of Financial Aid, One Stop, or Office of the Registrar (Title IV access) NO Will this position work within the following units that provide health and human services: College of Medicine, College of Nursing, Health Sciences, Physical Therapy, Athletic Training, School of Social Work, Occupational Therapy, Dietetics & Nutrition, Student Health, Psychology, Center for Children & Families? Office of Inspector General (OIG) Checks (Global Watch only) NO Will the position support university sponsored research? (May require Research Extended Background Check) NO

How to apply

Current Employee As a current employee, you must log into Employee Self Service (ESS) to apply for this and any other internal career opportunity of interest. In this account, you are able to track your applicant status in " My Applications ". To be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position and be in good performance standing. Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume/ curriculum vitae, cover letter or any other documents within the application process. It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume into one attachment. Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format. *This posting will close at 12:00 am of the close date. Prospective Employee If you have not created a registered account, you will be asked to create a username and password for use of the system. It is recommended that you provide an active/valid e-mail account as that will be the main source of communication regarding your status within the process. In this account, you are able to track your applicant status in " My Applications ". To be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position and be in good performance standing. Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume, cover letter or any other documents within the application process. It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume/curriculum vitae into one attachment. Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format. All applicants are required to complete the online application including work history and educational details (if applicable), even when attaching a resume. *This posting will close at 12:00 am of the close date.