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NC State University

Lifeguard Instructor

NC State University, Raleigh, North Carolina, United States, 27601

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Please see Special Instructions for more details. Please upload your class schedule as Other Document (1). If you have certifications, please upload them to Optional Documents Other Document (2). Thank you.

Position Information Posting Number : PG195669TM

Position Number : 24LIFIIN03

Position Type : Temporary

Posting Date : 2023-07-12 (example)

As a Lifeguard Instructor, you are a vital part of NC State Wellness and Recreation. In this role, you will teach American Red Cross (ARC) certification courses, empowering participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to respond effectively in emergencies. Join our Pack!

Responsibilities

Course Instruction : Facilitate high‑quality American Red Cross CPR, First Aid, and AED courses for Wellness and Recreation student employees.

Course Planning : Plan, prepare, and instruct safe and effective American Red Cross courses.

Educational Delivery : Provide fun and motivational instruction and education on how to apply classroom knowledge as a lifeguard.

Skill Assessment : Evaluate participant performance and provide constructive feedback to ensure all certification requirements are met.

Best Practices : Stay current with American Red Cross best practices.

Classroom Logistics : Set up and break down the classroom for each course.

Skill Audits : Assist in facilitating emergency response skill audits.

Inventory & Records : Assist with maintaining first aid supply equipment inventories; maintain and organize participant information and paperwork.

Work Schedule Maximum 20 hours per week as scheduled.

Other Work/Responsibilities

Guideline Enforcement : Understand and enforce Wellness and Recreation and area‑specific guidelines.

Risk Management : Knowledge and implementation of the emergency action plan.

Training : Attend required training.

Community : Develop professional relationships with co‑workers, participants, and guests.

Support : Perform other related duties to support the overall functioning of the department.

Working Conditions

Environment : Indoors in a non‑air‑conditioned space.

Physical : Frequent standing, sitting, walking, bending, reaching, and lifting weight up to 40 lbs regularly. During instruction, the instructor must possess the physical ability to perform and demonstrate all American Red Cross skills, including sustained chest compressions and kneeling on hard surfaces for extended periods.

Sensory : Potentially loud and busy work environment that requires strong communication and observation skills.

Schedule : Flexibility in availability is needed to potentially work early mornings, late nights, weekends, and breaks.

Safety : Exposure to potential safety hazards and adherence to the emergency action plan to mitigate risk.

Required Skills

Initiative : Complete required work, pursue opportunities to expand knowledge, work to better the department.

Communication : Display effective and proactive interpersonal communication with users and coworkers.

Customer Service : Prioritize users, ensuring a positive and supportive experience for all participants.

Critical Thinking : Actively conceptualize, apply, analyze, and evaluate information to reach a conclusion.

Teamwork : Collaborate and use knowledge and experiences to contribute to the success of the team.

Values Reasoning : Use the four values of care, positivity, flexibility, and support when making decisions.

Professionalism : Present expected behavior in the workplace, exemplified by your attitude and effort.

Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education N/A

Required License or Certification

Eligibility : Current full‑time NC State student, demonstrated by enrollment in at least 12 undergraduate or 9 graduate credit hours.

Certifications : American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor certification and an American Red Cross Lifeguard certification should be current or obtained before position commencement.

Wolfpack Perks and Benefits As a Pack member,

you belong here , and can enjoy

exclusive perks

designed to enhance your personal and professional well‑being. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our

Employee Value Proposition

and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone.

Attend

non‑revenue generating sporting events for free.

Attain work‑life balance with our

Childcare discounts ,

Wellness & Recreation Membership , and

Wellness Programs

that aim to build a thriving Wolfpack community.

Disclaimer: Perks and benefit eligibility is based on Part‑Time or Full‑Time Employment status. Eligibility and employer‑sponsored plans can be found within each of the links offered.

Select Additional Information Department Information: Wellness and Recreation

Job City & State: Raleigh, NC

Department Required Skills

Initiative : ...

Communication : ...

Customer Service : ...

Critical Thinking : ...

Teamwork : ...

Values Reasoning : ...

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Supplemental Questions

* Please enter your student ID number. Open‑Ended Question

* Please enter your NC State email address. Open‑Ended Question

* Are you currently enrolled as a degree‑seeking student at NC State in at least 9 credit hours as an undergraduate or at least 4.5 credit hours as a graduate student? Yes

No (Warning: Choosing this answer will automatically disqualify your application)

* What is your expected graduation date? (e.g. May 2020) Open‑Ended Question

* Please select when you are available and interested in working. Summer Session 1

Summer Session 2

Summer Sessions 1 and 2

Fall

Summer Session 1 and Fall

Summer Session 2 and Fall

Summer Session 1, Summer Session 2 and Fall

* How many hours per week are you interested in working? (Cannot exceed 20 hours for all NCSU campus jobs.) Open‑Ended Question

* Are you a current Wellness and Recreation student employee? Yes

No

Not currently, but was in the past

* Do you have a current American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor Certification? No, I do not have an American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor Certification and am unwilling to obtain (Warning: choosing this answer will automatically disqualify your application.)

Yes

No, but I am willing to obtain

* Why are you interested and what attributes qualify you for this position? Open‑Ended Question

* Have you ever been found responsible for a code of violation by the Office of Student Conduct? Yes

No

* As part of this application process, you are required to upload your resume and a copy of your class schedule in the Application Documents section. Your class schedule should be uploaded under Other Documents (1). If you have any certifications, you should upload them under Other Documents (2). By typing your initials below, you have read and will comply with this requirement. Open‑Ended Question

Required Documents

Resume

Other Document (1)

Optional Documents

Cover Letter

Other Document (2)

Legal and Contact Information NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability‑related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919‑513‑0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.

NC State University participates in E‑Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

For general questions about the application process, contact Human Resources at (919) 515‑2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.

Location & Contact RALEIGH, NC 27695 PHONE: (919) 515‑2011

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