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Open Date 09/11/2026 Requisition Number PRN17460N Job Title Staff Specialist Working Title Lifeguard Career Progression Track UGR Track Level FLSA Code Nonexempt Patient Sensitive Job Code? No Type Non Benefited Staff / Student Temporary? No Standard Hours per Week up to 10 hours/week Full Time or Part Time? Part Time Shift Day Work Schedule Summary Is this a work study job? No VP Area U of U Health - Academics Department 00195 - College of Health-Dean Location Campus City Salt Lake City, UT Type of Recruitment External Posting Pay Rate Range $14/hr DOE Close Date 09/11/2027 Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time) Job Summary

Reports to the Pool Manager who works directly with the Exercise and Sport Science Department. Lifeguards are responsible for the supervision of the pool area during instructional program hours, athletic swim meets, youth education programs, and all other special events scheduled in the natatorium. Lifeguards may be responsible for opening and securing the pool facilities along with ensuring that a safe and enjoyable environment is maintained

Responsibilities

• Oversee the pool and swimmers at all times to ensure a safe environment.• Enforce rules and regulations regarding the safe and proper use of the pool and deck area.• Secure pool facility upon opening and closing.• Maintain daily usage statistics.• Complete and maintain the required pool chemical testing forms and safety check-list forms.• Report equipment, supplies, safety, and maintenance needs.• Prepare pool facilities for scheduled activities.• Prepare incident reports when appropriate.• Maintain courteous relations with all participants and insist that all swimmer conduct is suitable for a safe pool atmosphere.• Understand College of Health policies relating to the pool, and answer all questions courteously and correctly.• Respond to and follow all appropriate emergency procedures.• Attend all Lifeguard meetings and in-service training.• Maintain current certifications and physical fitness in order to perform rescue skills.• Ability to provide positive customer service.

Minimum Qualifications

Must possess current lifeguard certification

Preferences

• Previous lifeguard experience.
• Awareness of safety concerns and risk management.

Special Instructions Summary Additional Information

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.

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