Lifeguards
Enforce pool safety rules, rescue distressed or drowning persons, and provide first aid. Assist users with membership services including program schedules, facility amenities, and general information. Answer facility and program related questions. Open and close facility when needed. Work flexible hours including weekends and holidays. This is a year round position for UCB students. The lifeguard position requires weekend, evening and holiday work as well as work during quarter breaks.
Qualifications
Required: Current certifications of American Red Cross Lifeguard Training, CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED, and First Aid.
Pay Rate: $12.35 per hour
Work Hours: Students may work 5-20 hrs/wk during the semester and up to 40 hours per during the academic breaks.
How to apply: (2 ways)
- Download an application packet here, or pick one up from the Cal Rec Club (CRC) membership desk (Mon-Sat) at the Recreational Sports Facility (RSF): 2301 Bancroft Way, Berkeley, CA 94720-4420
- Email blossing@berkeley.edu to request an application packet.
Contact Information
- Brigitte Lossing, Interim Aquatics Director Recreational Sports Facility (RSF)
- Email: blossing@berkeley.edu | Telephone: 510-642-0505 | Fax: 510-642-0990
Summer Swim Instructor | Camps and Group Lessons
Under the direction of the CYOP Aquatics Coordinator, the Assistant Aquatics Coordinator, and the Youth Program Supervisor, the swim lesson instructor instructs participants in swimming technique, skill, and water safety. Effectively teaches American Red Cross swimming skills and safety to children. Demonstrates skills to class, breaks down and presents swimming skills in a logical sequence, organizes class to practice skills. Interacts with every child in the class for each lesson, monitors class participation, maintains a safe class atmosphere and keeps constant watch over participants.
Applicant must convey an enthusiastic and positive attitude while instructing class in the swimming pool. Applicants must be able to relate well to children. Swim Instructors must also be able to exercise good judgment and safely supervise children. Applicants must have the sensory abilities (e.g. hearing, seeing) necessary to perform the duties of the position.
Qualifications
Required: Current American Red Cross certifications for Water Safety Instructor (WSI) or Water Safety Aid (WSA). Preferred: Lifeguard training, CPR, First Aid.
Pay Rate: $12.50-$13.50 per hour
Work Hours: Summer only
How to Apply
Contact Wendy Adachi, Youth Camp Director
Swimming Instructor | Year Round Adult Students
Provide swim lessons/ private or group to adults of all levels and abilities based on American Red Cross (ARC) standards and program requirements. Assist users with membership services including program schedules, facility amenities, and general information. Answer facility and program related questions. Open/close facility when needed. Work flexible hours including weekends and holidays.
Qualifications
Required: CPR for the Professional Rescuer, Lifeguard First Aid by the American Red Cross, and ARC Water Safety Instructor (WSI).
Work Hours: Students may work 5-20 hrs/wk during the semester and up to 40 hrs/wk during the academic breaks.
How to apply: (2 ways)
- Download an application packet here, or pick one up from the Cal Rec Club (CRC) membership desk (Mon-Sat) at the Recreational Sports Facility (RSF): 2301 Bancroft Way, Berkeley, CA 94720-4420
- Email gsuguitan@berkeley.edu request an application packet.
Contact Information
Geoffrey Suguitan, FitWELL Instructional Programs
