Lifeguard

CITY OF COLTON invites applications for the position of:

Lifeguard

DEPARTMENT: Community Services

DEFINITION:

The City of Colton Community Services Department is looking for enthusiastic, team players that will be responsible for the safety and care of community members who visit the pool. This will include teaching swim lessons, lifeguarding during recreation and swim pool parties, and providing a safe environment for aquatic fitness opportunities.

Mark your calendar for Sunday, February 19, 2023, from 8:00 am to 1:00 pm to prepare to go through an Aquatics Assessment with the Community Services Team. There may be a second Aquatics Assessment on Saturday, March 25, 2023. Candidates will receive an email if they are invited to continue in the process to attend the Aquatics Assessment.

DESCRIPTION:
Under general supervision, this position is responsible for lifeguarding and teaching swim lessons at a community swimming pool. Typically does not exercise supervision over staff or volunteers.

Responsible for the safety and care of the community members who visit the pool. This can include teaching swim lessons, lifeguarding during pool parties, and providing a safe environment for aquatic fitness opportunities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.

• Enforces all pool and facility rules.
• Prevents injuries and minimizes hazardous situations.
• Provides patron surveillance whenever a patron is in the water.
• Responds to all injuries, accidents and emergency situations as they arise.
• Arrives to work on time as scheduled for shifts and in-service training.
• Instructs various ages in swimming, water safety, and other aquatic programming.
• Completes assigned cleaning duties.
• Completes other duties as assigned.
• Maintain prompt and regular attendance.
• Perform related duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:
Any combination of training and experience, which would provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities, is qualifying. A typical way to obtain this knowledge and abilities would be:

Education: Enrolled in and attending High School or General Education Equivalent for candidates under 18 years of age. A High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED) is required for candidates 18 years of age and older. and

Experience: A minimum of three (3) months of experience in customer service, recreational activities, volunteer experience or closely related area.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be 16 years of age or older (Minimum legal requirements for working minors including a work permit).
• Possession of a valid California Identification card, or School I.D. card. Possession of a valid "C" California Driver's license is desired.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain at time of appointment, and maintain the following

American Red Cross certifications:

• Lifeguarding/First Aid
• CPR/AED for Lifeguards.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Knowledge of:
Aquatic programming for various age groups; record keeping and statistical computations; basic customer service principles and techniques.

Ability to:
Communicate in a clear, concise, and effective manner with patrons of all ages and backgrounds; establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, subordinates and the public; follow written and oral instructions; appear for work on time and in presentable uniform; be a source of accurate information; facilitate aquatic activities for participants of all ages and abilities; positively represent the City of Colton in demeanor and work ethic; perform light pool maintenance and follow written and oral instructions.

Skill to:
Maintain American Red Cross certification in Lifeguarding/First Aid and CPR/AED for Lifeguards.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Please make sure to review the qualifications for this position. Fill out all sections of the application, add volunteer experience, work experience, education, etc. if applicable.

Individuals that are under the age of 18 and still in school are required to have a work permit with their school district. All candidates will go through a background including a pre-employment physical (under 18 years of age will need parent/guardian participation).

If you are invited to participate in the Aquatics Assessment, you will need to bring proof of certificate enrollment on the day of the assessment.

APPLICATIONS MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT:
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/coltonca

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $17.05 - $20.15 per hour

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Work Location: One location

Salary : $17 - $20