MIT Recreation Department, managed by HealthFitness, has a great opportunity for part-time (10-20 hrs/wk) LIFEGUARDS in Cambridge, MA. MIT is proud to host two aquatic facilities which include a 50 meter Olympic-size pool and two six-lane 25-yard pools. PAY RATE WILL BE $14.00/HR. 

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND CERTIFICATIONS:

• Valid Lifeguard Certification from the American Red Cross or YMCA required.
• CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer required.
• Lifeguards must be at least 16 years old.
• Meet MIT Fitness and Skill standards.
• Attend lifeguard orientation session.
• Be dependable, alert and able to interact with people of all ages in a positive manner.
• Please forward a list of three contacts who will comment on your character.

ALL LIFEGUARDS ARE REQUIRED TO PERFORM A BASIC LIFEGUARD SKILL TEST CONSISTING OF:

• 500 yard swim.
• Active, Passive, Submerged rescues.
• Spinal injury management in shallow and deep water.
• Other various techniques that were learned during the Lifeguard Training Program.

 key words: Health Fitness, Lifeguard Cambridge, Lifeguard, HealthFitness MIT, recreation, Zesiger 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability. 

Required Skills Required Experience

Basic understanding of English

• This position will be required to lift up to 80 pounds
• This position will be required to climb ladders
• This position will work in hot and cold environments
• This position requires standing for long periods of time as well as crawling, crouching, bending, and climbing.

OSI believes all persons have the right to be treated with dignity and respect. It is the policy of OSI  to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, national origin, gender, race, color, religion, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.  All applicants will receive consideration for employment based on merit, qualifications and business needs. OSI participates in the E-Verify program.