Posting Details

Position Details

Posting Number G/R12228P

Working Title Lifeguard - Rock Eagle

Department CAES-State 4-H

About the University of Georgia

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About the College/Unit/Department

College/Unit/Department website

Employment Type Employee

Additional Schedule Information

There is no set schedule, this is an "as needed" position when pools are reserved and lifeguards are needed.

Advertised Salary $13.25 per hour

Anticipated Start Date 05/16/2021

Posting Date 04/27/2021

Closing Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Location of Vacancy Rock Eagle 4-H Center

EOO Statement

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Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

Observe the safety and wellbeing of swimmers

Percentage of time 90 Duties/Responsibilities

Observe weather - as conditions may change rapidly

Percentage of time 5 Duties/Responsibilities

Clear pool of guest/lost items/secure gate when closing

Percentage of time 5

Position Details

Position Information

Classification Title Temporary Service/Maintenance

FLSA Non-Exempt

UGA Job Code

FTE 0.50

Minimum Qualifications

Position Summary

This is an "as needed" position responsible for monitoring the safety and wellbeing of guest as they use the pools at Rock Eagle.

Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification in Position

Certified lifeguard and first aide training through American Red Cross- not required, will provide training.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

CPR Certified or ability to obtain

Physical Demands

-Complete 500 yard continuous swim -Tread water for 2 minutes using only legs -Retrieve ten pound life-guard brick from 7 foot depth and swim it back to pool's edge -Retrieve 3 rings from 4-7 foot depth in one breath

Is this a Position of Trust? No

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No

Does this position require a P-Card? No

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No

Is driving a requirement of this position? Yes

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? Yes

Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) No

Background Investigation Policy

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.



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Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). Applicant Documents Required Documents Optional Documents

1. Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter