You will be responsible for ensuring the safety and well-being of people using and visiting the University's Aquatics facilities, including the Malkin Athletic Center and Blodgett Pool, by maintaining constant and active surveillance of the pool. You will aid those in distress from an accident, injury or other emergency, including providing first aid and administering CPR as needed. You will be a team lead, guiding and teaching other lifeguards and monitors and helping to create an effective team environment. You will assist with maintenance projects. You will also act as a shift supervisor. You will be assigned to work a number of nights and weekends, and you must be willing to adjust your schedule to cover special Aquatics events such as swimming and diving championships.

Standard Hours/Schedule: Sunday-Thursday, working (approx.) 35 hours per week. (Note—hours may vary based on departmental need)

Basic Qualifications:

• Must possess current American Red Cross Lifeguard certification.

Additional Qualifications and Skills:

• Lifeguard experience is highly desirable, but we will seriously consider all people who have obtained their lifeguard certification, even if recently obtained.
• Bachelor's degree preferred, but not required.
• Must be able to lift and move heavy objects (up to 50 lbs.) and stand for an extended period of time.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel required.
• Must be able to use online scheduling system, which requires that you have a smart phone.
• Must have strong interpersonal skills, including a customer service orientation.
• Must be willing to work early mornings, evenings and weekends.

Certifications/Licenses:

• American Red Cross Lifeguard certification.

Working Conditions:

• Must be willing to work early mornings, evenings and weekends.
• Must be willing to adjust your schedule to cover special Aquatics events such as swimming and diving championships.

Physical Requirements: 

• Must be able to lift and move heavy objects (up to 50 lbs.) and stand for an extended period of time.

Visa Sponsorship Information: Harvard University is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position

About Harvard University

Harvard is a highly selective liberal arts college whose mission is to educate citizens and citizen-leaders for our society. The College is a residential institution of nearly 7,000 undergraduates and is located in Cambridge, MA. Harvard is deeply committed to the intellectual, social, and personal transformation of its undergraduates during their four years at Harvard. The Department of Athletics offers 42 varsity programs for men and women, more than any other Division I school in the United States. Harvard employees have access to a wide range of educational offerings, including world-class museums, tuition assistance, and hundreds of web-based learning programs. Our benefits package is superior and provides multiple options for the health and well-being of our employees. Being located in Cambridge is a distinct advantage since Cambridge is a lively, multi-cultural city adjacent to Boston, which is an undisputed hub of college and university life in the U.S. We believe that creating and maintaining an inclusive workplace allows employees from all backgrounds and walks of life to achieve their fullest potential. We also believe an inclusive culture is one that accepts, valu...es, and views the differences we all bring to the workplace as strengths. We actively seek and welcome applications from members of underrepresented groups and from those with a demonstrable commitment to a more inclusive society. Commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging: Harvard University views equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging as the pathway to achieving inclusive excellence and fostering a campus culture where everyone can thrive. We strive to create a community that draws upon the widest possible pool of talent to unify excellence and diversity while fully embracing individuals from varied backgrounds, cultures, races, identities, life experiences, perspectives, beliefs, and values.

Show more

Show less

Connections working at Harvard University