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Waterfront Lifeguard

Dartmouth College

United States, New Hampshire, Hanover

7 Lebanon Street (Show on map)

Mar 18, 2026

Position Information

Position Title	Waterfront Lifeguard
Position Number	0000000
Hiring Range Minimum	$17.00
Hiring Range Maximum	$17.75
Location of Position	Hanover, NH, at the Connecticut river waterfront
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Position Purpose	Under the leadership of the Outdoor Programs Office ( OPO) director and the Lifeguard Manager, the Waterfront Lifeguard guards and enforces policy at the Dartmouth waterfront swim dock on the Connecticut River. The waterfront swim dock opens at the start of summer term and closes in early fall. This position is a seasonal, part-time position, anticipated 10 - 20 hours per week.
Required Qualifications	Documented experience lifeguarding in non-pool locations. Current lifeguarding certification from an accredited provider with corresponding certifications in CPR/AED. Current First Aid certification or greater.
Preferred Qualifications
FLSA	Non-Exempt
Employment Category	Temporary Part time
Schedule	The swim dock is open from 1:30 pm - 8 pm on weekdays and 11:30 am - 8 pm on weekends.
Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries	Kate Crocker
Department Contact Phone Number
Department Contact for Cover Letter	Katie Colleran, OPO director
Contact's Phone Number
Equal Opportunity Employer	Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity employer under federal law. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications are welcome from all.
Background Check	Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
Special Instructions to Applicants	Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions. For details, please see our policy. https://policies.dartmouth.edu/policy/tobacco-free-policy
Additional Instructions
Quick Link	https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/85015

Key Accountabilities

Key Accountabilities	Create a safe and welcoming space at the waterfront swim dock - 100% Monitors swimmers and appropriately applies waterfront dock protocols. Assists in the good upkeep of the facility. Acts as a responsible and reliable member of the lifeguarding team. Note: Using a cell phone while actively guarding, other than for safety reasons, is prohibited.
--	Demonstrates professionalism and collegiality through actions, interactions, and communications with others appropriate to an environment that is welcoming to all.
--	Performs other duties as assigned.