Lifeguard

The Position

The City's Recreation and Parks Department is seeking interested applicants willing to work 5-20 hours a week (not to exceed 999 hours in a fiscal year). A strong desire for excellence and experience providing responsible recreation programs in a diverse community is desired. Positions may require working rotation shifts, evenings, weekends, and/or holidays.

Definition: Lifeguard work is performed under the general supervision of a Recreation Specialist I or above. Incumbents in this class are primarily responsible for performing lifeguard duties and teaching swim courses but may also perform general duties to assist with other aquatics activities, pool maintenance and operations.

Distinguishing Characteristics: Lifeguard work is performed under the general supervision of a Recreation Specialist I or above.

Duties and Responsibilities

Examples Of Typical Job Functions The typical job functions of the classification may include, but are not limited to, the functions below and are subject to changes in operational necessity.

• Leads, oversees and participates in the activities of participants in various recreation programs, events and activities.
• Performs required duties under the City's disaster response plan.
• Provides recommendations for special programs and events.
• Works with various organizations and groups in implementing assigned programs.
• Instructs swimming and water safety classes if assigned.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• For more detailed information about this job classification, visit Lifeguard.

Qualifications EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION GUIDELINES Required Any combination equivalent to experience and education that would most likely provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: Education : Must possess current certificates in Lifeguard training, CPR for the professional Rescuer, as well as standard First Aid, and must maintain certifications thereafter as a condition of continued employment.

Experience : Entry-level experience/expertise relevant to the particular activity to which assigned. Previous experience with aquatics programs is desirable.

Licenses/certifications/other Requirements

• Must obtain a negative TB test; Lifeguard training, CPR for the professional Rescuer.
• Must pass a fingerprint and/or background clearance prior to employment.
• If 15-18 years of age and still in high school, must possess a valid work permit.

Additional Information

Wondering what to expect during the recruitment process? Visit the City's Job Opportunities page.

SELECTION PROCESS The following dates are tentative and subject to change based on the needs of the hiring department:

Deadline to Apply Ongoing Interviews OngoingInformation contained herein is subject to change without notice.

The City of San Leandro is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For more information regarding ADA accommodations or Veteran's preference, please visit the City's FAQ page.

No benefits are associated with this part-time extra help position.

01

The purpose of the questionnaire is to provide applicants the opportunity to elaborate on their experience, education, and training for the Lifeguard position and to assist Human Resources staff in assessing each applicant's qualifications.

• I understand

02

Are you currently enrolled in or do you possess a high school diploma or certified equivalent (GED)?

• Currently enrolled in high school
• Possess a high school diploma or certified equivalent (GED)
• None of the above

03

The Lifeguard/Swim Instructor position requires you to be at least 15 years of age. As of today's date, are you at least 15 years of age?

• Yes
• No

04

What best describes your Lifeguarding experience? (Please mark the appropriate box.)

• Less than one (1) year experience
• One (1) to two (2) years' experience
• More than two (2) years' experience

05

Do you currently possess a valid American Red Cross Lifeguard certificate

• Yes, I possess the certificate.
• No but I am scheduled for certification
• No, but I am interested in becoming certified

06

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and American Red Cross Standard First Aid certifications are required by date of hire. Do you have these certifications?

• I have a valid CPR certification
• I have a valid First Aid certification
• I do not have either certification
• I am scheduled for an upcoming training

07

Please indicate your preferred availability to work. Please select all that apply.

• M - F mornings
• M - F afternoons
• M - F evenings
• Weekend mornings
• Weekend afternoons
• Weekend evenings

08

By checking this box, I am confirming that all statements made in this supplemental questionnaire and on the application are accurate and true; and I understand that misstatements or omissions of material facts will result in being rejected from this recruitment process or released from future employment with the City of San Leandro.

• I agree
• Required Question