Lifeguard; Temporary

About the Position

NC State Wellness and Recreation is seeking energetic and responsible individuals to prevent emergencies and provide swift, effective responses when needed, creating a safe and enjoyable environment for our community.

This is a temporary, seasonal, part-time position starting April 29, 2026 and ending August 16, 2026
. This position reports to the Assistant Director, Aquatics.

• Safety and Surveillance:
  Ensure the safety of users through continuous surveillance.
• Facility Inspection & Maintenance:
  Inspect the facility, perform preventative maintenance and report any unsafe conditions or equipment failures.
• Chemical Testing:
  Perform regular water chemistry tests and accurately log the readings to maintain water quality and compliance.
• Event Operations:
  Assist with the setup and teardown of equipment for various aquatic programs, special events and open recreation activities.
• Certification and Fitness:
  Maintain an up-to-date American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification and preserve the required fitness level (swimming skills, strength and endurance) necessary to effectively respond to all aquatic emergencies.
• Cleanliness:
  Maintain a clean and inviting aquatic environment.
• Guideline Enforcement:
  Understand and enforce Wellness and Recreation and area specific guidelines.
• Risk Management:
  
  Knowledge and implementation of emergency action plan.
• Administrative Support:
  Complete necessary records and reports, and assist with opening and closing checklists.
• Training and Meetings:
  Attend required training and meetings.
• Community:
  Develop professional relationships with co-workers, participants and guests.
• Support:
  Perform other related duties to support the overall functioning of the department.

• High school diploma/equivalency or combination of education and experience.
• 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 our users, ensuring a positive and supportive experience for all participants.
• Critical Thinking:
  Actively conceptualizing, applying, analyzing, and evaluating information to reach a conclusion.
• Teamwork:
  Collaborate and use knowledge and experiences to contribute to the success of the team.
• Values Reasoning:
  Using our four values of care, positivity, flexibility and support when making decisions.
• Professionalism:
  Present expected behavior in the workplace, exemplified by your attitude and effort.
• Current Lifeguarding and First Aid
  
  Certifications:
  
  Possess valid American Red Cross Lifeguarding and First Aid certifications.
• Demonstrated Lifeguard Prerequisite Proficiency:
  Exhibit mastery of all American Red Cross Lifeguard prerequisite skills, including:
  • Continuous swimming of 300 yards.
  • Treading water for 2 minutes.
  • Successful completion of a timed event within 1 minute and 40 seconds.
• Professional and Collaborative Teamwork:
  Interact professionally and respectfully with patrons, fellow lifeguards, and other staff members.
• Proven Lifeguarding
  
  Experience:
  
  Possess prior experience as a lifeguard, demonstrating the practical application of lifeguarding skills and emergency response protocols.

A minimum of one (1) year of proven lifeguarding experience in an established aquatics facility is required.

• Current American Red Cross Lifeguarding certification
• Current First Aid certification

Annualized rate: $15.00/hour

• Health Insurance for Temporary Employees
• Enhance your career with LEAD courses
• 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.

• Location:
  
  Raleigh, NC
• Department:
  Wellness and Recreation
• Position Type:
  Temporary – 3 months
• Work Schedule:
  
  M-F, 6 a.m. – 9 p.m.; regular evening and weekend hours

NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color,…