JOB
DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION
This announcement is being reposted to extend the filing period.
The application filing period will begin on April 22, 2026, at 8:00 a.m. Pacific Time (PT) - This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met and may close without prior notice.
POOL LIFEGUARD (RECURRENT)
EXAM NUMBER: D2964H
TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: Open Competitive (OC)
JOB TYPE: Recurrent Only [Hourly / As-Needed]
$23.87 - $25.87 HOURLY
DEFINITION: Observes an assigned section of a swimming pool to preserve order, prevent accidents, and effect rescues. EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
- Conducts continuous surveillance of assigned pool area for signs of swimmers in trouble and for violations of pool and safety regulations and performs water rescue of pool patrons as needed.
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Administers first aid to victims of near-drownings, heart seizure, heat exhaustion, broken bones or lacerations; releases seriously injured victims to senior lifeguard or pool manager.
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Elicits compliance with and enforces pool ordinances and rules; refers persistent violators to the senior lifeguard or pool manager.
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Teaches beginner and advanced swim classes using standard departmental lesson plans and demonstrations; may coach individual or team aquatic sports and assist with aquatic special events.
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Performs pool maintenance tasks such as backwashing the water filter, testing the water chlorine and pH levels and adding chlorine and muriatic acid to bring the level up to standards; fills pool with water to established level; cleans the deck, vacuums the pool and ensures that first aid equipment complies with health and safety standards.
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Maintains, repairs and takes inventory of first aid and lifesaving equipment.
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Engages in the physical fitness program established by the department in order to maintain capability to perform pool lifesaving duties.
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Prepares and submits written reports of pool-related incidents to immediate supervisor, as needed.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
EXAMINATION CONTENT: This examination will consist of confirming applicants possess all of the required certifications, weighted 100%.
Candidates must provide proof of possession of the required certifications in order to be placed on the Eligible Register.
ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION:
The names of candidates receiving a passing grade in the examination will be placed on the eligible register in the order of their score group for a period of six (6) months following the date of promulgation. Applications will be processed on an as-received basis and promulgated to the eligible register accordingly.
SPECIAL INFORMATION:
PRE-PLACEMENT MEDICAL EXAMINATION
Employment is subject to passing a medical examination which will be scheduled after security clearance for candidates who receive contingent offers of employment.
Drug Test: Applicants for this position will be required to take and pass a urine drug screening as part of the pre-placement medical examination.
VACANCY INFORMATION:
The resulting eligible register for this examination will be use to fill vacancies within the Department of Parks and Recreation throughout Los Angeles County.
Available Shift: Any
APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION
Information presented on employment applications, resumes and during the examination process is subject to verification. Applicants MUST provide relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. We may reject your application at any time during the exam and selection process.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR FILING ONLINE:
Go to http://governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty and search for "Pool Lifeguard (Recurrent)", Click on the name of the bulletin you are applying to, click the green "Apply" button.
APPLICATIONS AND SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE MUST BE FILED ON-LINE VIA GOVERNMENTJOBS.COM WEBSITE. APPLICATIONS AND RESUMES SUBMITTED BY U.S. MAIL, E-MAIL, THIRD PARTY WEBSITES (IE: Indeed.com, etc.), FAX, OR IN-PERSON WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.
CORRESPONDENCE AND UPDATES WILL BE SENT VIA E-MAIL.
Many important notifications will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that you provide a valid email address. Please add [email protected] as well as [email protected], and [email protected] to your email address and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail.
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It is your responsibility to take the above steps to view correspondence. Los Angeles County will not consider claims of not viewing or receiving notification to be a valid reason for late test administration or rescheduling of a test component.
Computer and Internet Access at Public Libraries: For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be complete on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County.
No Sharing of User ID, e-mail and Password: All applicants must file their application using their own user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record.
Social Security Number: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. Fill out your application and Supplemental Questionnaire completely.
Department Contact: Ramon Cruz
Department Contact Number: (626) 588-5112
Department Contact Email: [email protected]
ADA Coordinator Phone: (626) 588-5109
Teletype Phone: (800) 897-0077
California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922
