University of New Mexico
Lifeguard
University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States, 87101
Lifeguard
Requisition IDreq25312
Working TitleLifeguard
Position Grade05
Position Summary
Towork as a UNM Lifeguard you must maintain patron surveillance of the facilitywhile enforcing rules and regulations effectively as directed bythe University and State of New Mexico Environment Department. Must be able to:spot dangers and potential hazards to prevent serious injury or accident;control and report unruly behavior; maintain accurate detaileddocumentation of headcount, first aid practices and others; perform cleaningduties. Must act immediately and appropriately to secure safety of patrons inthe event of an emergency.Must provide emergency care and treatment as ateam as set by American Red Cross standards and procedures.
Exceeding the Red Cross standards, UNM lifeguards must beable to swim 500 yards in 10 minutes or less, swim with a 10-pound brick for 25yards, and retrieve a 10-pound brick from 14 feet depth and tread with it onthe surface for one minute. As a minimum qualification for this position: All UNM lifeguards must be certified in first aid, AED, oxygen, and lifeguarding for the professional rescuer through Red Cross.
See the Position Description for additional information.
Conditions of EmploymentMust pass a pre-employment criminal background check.Successful candidate must submit to post-offer, pre-employment physical examination and medical history check.Must maintain Certification as Lifeguard by a recognized source of training.CPR Certified.May be required to submit immunization records for review for required vaccines and TB testing.Employees who provide services or work in patient care or clinical areas are required to be in compliance with the University's influenza vaccination requirement.
Minimum Qualifications
Less than high school;at least 6 months of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified. Certification/Licensure: Current Certification as Lifeguard by a recognized source of training.
Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.
Preferred Qualifications
Additional RequirementsIf selected for the position, must be able to supply current Lifeguard Certification.
CampusMain - Albuquerque, NM
DepartmentRecreational Services (823A)
Employment TypeStaff
Staff TypeOn-Call
Term End Date
StatusNon-Exempt
PayHourly: $15.00
Benefits EligibleThis is not a benefits eligible position.
ERB StatementAs a condition of employment, eligible employees working greater than .25 FTE as determined by the New Mexico Education Retirement Act must make mandatory retirement contributions. For more information, review the Benefits Eligibility at a Glance grid.
Background Check RequiredYes
For Best Consideration Date
Application Instructions
Only applications submitted throughthe official UNMJobs site will be accepted.If you are viewing this jobadvertisement on a 3rd party site, pleasevisit UNMJobs to submit an application.
Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details.
The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.
The University of New Mexico requires all regular staff positions successfully pass a pre-employment background check. This may include, but is not limited to, a criminal history background check, New Mexico Department of Health fingerprint screening, New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department fingerprint screening, verification of education credentials, and/or verification of prior employment. For more information about background checks, visit https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3280.html. Refer to https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3200.html for a definition of Regular Staff.
Requisition IDreq25312
Working TitleLifeguard
Position Grade05
Position Summary
Towork as a UNM Lifeguard you must maintain patron surveillance of the facilitywhile enforcing rules and regulations effectively as directed bythe University and State of New Mexico Environment Department. Must be able to:spot dangers and potential hazards to prevent serious injury or accident;control and report unruly behavior; maintain accurate detaileddocumentation of headcount, first aid practices and others; perform cleaningduties. Must act immediately and appropriately to secure safety of patrons inthe event of an emergency.Must provide emergency care and treatment as ateam as set by American Red Cross standards and procedures.
Exceeding the Red Cross standards, UNM lifeguards must beable to swim 500 yards in 10 minutes or less, swim with a 10-pound brick for 25yards, and retrieve a 10-pound brick from 14 feet depth and tread with it onthe surface for one minute. As a minimum qualification for this position: All UNM lifeguards must be certified in first aid, AED, oxygen, and lifeguarding for the professional rescuer through Red Cross.
See the Position Description for additional information.
Conditions of EmploymentMust pass a pre-employment criminal background check.Successful candidate must submit to post-offer, pre-employment physical examination and medical history check.Must maintain Certification as Lifeguard by a recognized source of training.CPR Certified.May be required to submit immunization records for review for required vaccines and TB testing.Employees who provide services or work in patient care or clinical areas are required to be in compliance with the University's influenza vaccination requirement.
Minimum Qualifications
Less than high school;at least 6 months of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified. Certification/Licensure: Current Certification as Lifeguard by a recognized source of training.
Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.
Preferred Qualifications
Additional RequirementsIf selected for the position, must be able to supply current Lifeguard Certification.
CampusMain - Albuquerque, NM
DepartmentRecreational Services (823A)
Employment TypeStaff
Staff TypeOn-Call
Term End Date
StatusNon-Exempt
PayHourly: $15.00
Benefits EligibleThis is not a benefits eligible position.
ERB StatementAs a condition of employment, eligible employees working greater than .25 FTE as determined by the New Mexico Education Retirement Act must make mandatory retirement contributions. For more information, review the Benefits Eligibility at a Glance grid.
Background Check RequiredYes
For Best Consideration Date
Application Instructions
Only applications submitted throughthe official UNMJobs site will be accepted.If you are viewing this jobadvertisement on a 3rd party site, pleasevisit UNMJobs to submit an application.
Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details.
The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.
The University of New Mexico requires all regular staff positions successfully pass a pre-employment background check. This may include, but is not limited to, a criminal history background check, New Mexico Department of Health fingerprint screening, New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department fingerprint screening, verification of education credentials, and/or verification of prior employment. For more information about background checks, visit https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3280.html. Refer to https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3200.html for a definition of Regular Staff.