Lifeguard & Swim InstructorPart-TimeMultiple Positions Available| 2026 SeasonJoin UCC this summer and help create a safe, fun, and welcoming environment for swimmers of all ages!
Under general supervision, the Lifeguard ensures the safety and well-being of all patrons using the UCC pool facilities by preventing and responding to emergencies. Lifeguards provide courteous, friendly, and professional customer service while maintaining a safe aquatic environment.
This position may also serve as a Swim Instructor, teaching lessons ranging from private instruction to group classes of varying sizes. Swim Instructors are responsible for delivering quality instruction, maintaining positive communication with participants and parents/guardians, and supporting a safe and encouraging learning environment.
Lifeguard:
- Maintain continuous surveillance of pool patrons to ensure safety
- Respond quickly and appropriately to aquatic emergencies and provide emergency care until medical personnel arrive
- Enforce pool rules, regulations, and facility policies consistently
- Provide courteous and professional customer service to patrons and guests
- Complete required reports and documentation accurately and timely
- Perform routine cleaning, maintenance, and custodial duties to maintain a safe facility
- Monitor facility conditions and report safety or maintenance concerns
- Attend required staff meetings, trainings, and in-service sessions
- Assist with Water Safety Aide duties as assigned
- Perform other related duties as assigned by the Aquatics Director or Head Lifeguards
Swim Instructor:
- Teach swim lessons in accordance with American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor guidelines
- Prepare and implement lesson plans appropriate to participant skill levels
- Evaluate participant progress and provide instruction, feedback, and encouragement
- Communicate participant progress with parents or guardians as appropriate
- Complete required lesson records, reports, and certification paperwork
- Maintain instructional equipment and clean teaching areas after use
- Promote and enforce water safety practices during instruction
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:- Knowledge of lifeguarding techniques, water safety practices, CPR/AED, First Aid, and emergency response procedures
- Ability to remain calm, alert, and effective during emergencies
- Ability to provide swim instruction to individuals of varying ages and skill levels
- Strong customer service and communication skills
- Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with patrons, co-workers, and the public
- Ability to communicate respectfully and effectively with individuals of diverse backgrounds and abilities
- Ability to maintain professionalism and exercise good judgment in a public environment
Required Qualifications:- Must be at least 15 years old
- Current American Red Cross Lifeguarding certification required
- Current First Aid/CPR/AED certification required
- Water Safety Instructor (WSI) certification preferred for swim instruction duties
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANTS:
For full consideration applicants must submit with their application all of the following:
- A cover letter which addresses your interest in Umpqua Community College and how you would excel in this position.
- Current resume that includes educational and professional work experience.
- A list of 3 professional references listing contact information including email address.
VETERAN'S PREFERENCE STATEMENT:
Umpqua Community College provides employment preference to qualified veterans in accordance with ORS 408.225, 408.230, and 408.235; and OAR 105-040-0010 and 105-040-0015. Preference will be given only if the applicant meets the minimum qualifications for the position and electronically attaches the required documentation at the time of application.
Required Documentation:
Applicants claiming veteran's presence must submit one of the following:
- Member Copy 4 of the Certificate of Released or Discharged from Active Duty (DD Form 214 or 215) or
- Letter from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs including receipt of a non-service connected pension. Disabled veterans must also submit a copy of their Veterans Disability Preference Letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs.
Resources:STATEMENT OF EQUAL OPPORTUNITY:
UCC prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, disability, veteran status, age, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law in any area, activity, or operation of the College. The College also prohibits retaliation against an individual for engaging in activity protected under this policy and interfering with rights or privileges granted under anti-discrimination laws.
Employment with Umpqua Community College is contingent upon background check approval.
