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Part-Time Senior Lifeguard/Water Safety Instructor II
City of Los Alamitos, CA —Los Alamitos, CA
- $19.80 - $24.06 an hour
- Extended hours
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- Office
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance

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Part-Time Senior Lifeguard/Water Safety Instructor II
City of Los Alamitos, CA —Los Alamitos, CA
Performs routine reception duties including telephone support and related customer services activities; College course work with a major in recreation or…
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Part-Time Senior Lifeguard/Water Safety Instructor II

City of Los Alamitos, CA -
Los Alamitos, CA

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Job Details

Part-time
$19.80 - $24.06 an hour

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Retirement plan
Paid sick time

Qualifications

Customer communication
Lifeguard Training
Employee relationship building
Swimming
Lifeguard Certification

Full Job Description

Description

APPLICATION FILING PERIOD INFORMATION: This recruitment is Open Until Filled.

Interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. Please note that the application filing period for this recruitment may close, at any time without notice, once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.

POSITION:

This position serves as Senior Lifeguard/Water Safety Instructor II in the Los Alamitos Recreation and Community Services Department and performs a variety of duties including pool lifeguarding, teaching swim lessons, and lifesaving skills in additional to other duties as assigned. Approximately (10-40) hours per week depending on season/program with a varied schedule, including evenings, weekends, and selected holidays for City events or programs.

There are currently several openings for this position.

Examples of Duties

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Under the direction of the Recreation & Community Services Department, the Senior Lifeguard/Water Safety Instructor II is required to perform the following essential job functions:

Plan, organize, implement, and coordinate current and new aquatics programs, activities and special events;
Teach, communicate and demonstrate all the essential swim strokes and skills to participants in and around the pool;
Maintain the ability to create and follow lesson plans;
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing, while being able to evaluate the progress of swim students;
Think independently and problem-solve with minimal supervision and communicate effectively both orally and in writing;
Maintain the water, deck, bleachers, locker rooms, building, offices and equipment at the pool for cleanliness, safety and appropriate usage;
Perform all duties of a Senior Lifeguard and/or Water Safety Instructor II including enforcing of pool policies and regulations with pool patrons and the general public;
Oversee aquatics facility including water quality, temperature, general pool maintenance, and safety and cleanliness of the facility; communicate with contracted pool maintenance companies, City staff and partnering agency staff.
Ability to handle all emergency situations effectively and administer first aid, CPR, AED and rescues as necessary;
Conveys and communicates program and facility objectives, acts as a customer service liaison and diffuses patron concerns with the general public, school district personnel and City staff;
Performs routine reception duties including telephone support and related customer services activities;
Communicate effectively verbally to participants, parents and community members while being able to evaluate the progress of swim students;
Effectively communicate verbally and in writing to supervisor, staff and participants.
Be enthusiastic and maintain a high level of customer service.
Be able to lift over their head, twist & turn a minimum of 20 pounds.
Be able to stand for a long period of time either indoors or outdoors.
Other duties as assigned.

Typical Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

This position is open to all candidates who meet the following minimum qualifications:

Must obtain American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification by first day of employment
Must obtain American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor Certification by first day of employment
Must be at least 16 years of age (if under 18, must have a valid permit to work);
Must have access to reliable transportation to and from work;
Experience in aquatics, recreation, and/or other related areas is desirable.

DESIRABLE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

One year minimum prior experience in aquatics or swimming is required.
Currently attending or graduated from high school. College course work with a major in recreation or similar field is preferred.
Applicants must possess American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor Certificate by first day of employment.
Applicants must possess American Red Cross Lifeguard Certificate by first day of employment.
Ability to pass an in- water demonstration of aquatic skills.
Knowledge and understanding of current American Red Cross Lifeguard and Water Safety Instructor requirements;
Past experience and enjoyment of working with people of all ages and ability to be flexible, energetic, outgoing, creative;
Strong communication skills to direct staff and maintain a cooperative and friendly working relationship with employees, and the general public;

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS

The physical and mental demands herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential job functions.

Mental Function: Includes reading, writing, mathematical computations, operating a computer, problem solving, managing multiple projects, calmly handling complaints and problems from irate employees, citizens, or contractors, and decision making under stressful conditions.
Productivity: The position must perform work in an efficient, effective and timely manner with minimal direction.
Mobility: The position requires sufficient mobility to work in an office setting and operate office equipment. The position may require light lifting and carrying, filing documents (minimum of 25 pounds) in various locations and at various heights, and sitting, standing, walking, remaining seated, and working at a video display terminal for prolonged periods. This position works outdoors at events and may carry equipment (minimum 35 pounds).
Vision: Vision sufficient to read small print, computer screens, and printed documents, and to operate assigned equipment.
Hearing: The position is required to hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.
Environment: The position works in an office environment with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions, and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances.
Other Factors: The position may be required to work extended hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. The position may require the use of a personal vehicle during employment.

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