Aquatics Specialist: Lifeguard & Swim Instructor

City of Lompoc; Lompoc (CA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Lompoc is seeking a Lifeguard/Swim Instructor to help maintain a safe pool environment and to lead instructional swim classes at the Lompoc Aquatic Center. The role requires delivering engaging instruction while enforcing aquatic safety rules and regulations.

You will monitor activity, perform emergency response procedures, conduct chemical testing, and assist in staff training. Evening, weekend, and holiday shifts are common, and dedication to public safety is essential.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Current and valid California Driver's License.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Basic Life Support (Professional Rescuer CPR/AED).
• First Aid and Title 22 First Aid for Public Safety Personnel.
• YMCA/ARC Lifeguard or equivalent certification.
• Swim instructor training or ARC/US YMCA water safety instructor certification, or eligibility within six months.
• Lifeguard Instructor certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain active surveillance of the pool area.
• Know and follow emergency procedures and respond immediately.
• Apply safety rules and guidelines for the pool and aquatic area.
• Maintain records and complete required reports.
• Perform equipment checks and ensure equipment is available.
• Check the pool for hazards on arrival and test chemicals as needed.
• Instruct swimming lessons per Aquatic Center guidelines and prepare lesson plans.
• Foster professionalism and positive relationships with participants and staff.
• Provide information on programs and refer participants to other center offerings.
• Maintain attendance and progress records.
• Prepare and store equipment for classes and report damaged items.
• Assist in scheduling part-time lifeguard, dispatcher, instructor, and pool clerk staff.
• Assist in training and development of staff; perform Head Lifeguard duties as needed.
• Participate in emergency responses with aquatic staff.
• Attend staff meetings and trainings; assist in in-service sessions.
• Help with cleaning duties around the pool and facilities.
• Maintain customer service standards in all interactions.
• Support Parks and Recreation events and other duties as assigned.

Skills

Lifeguard supervision

Emergency response

Public safety communication

Staff training

Recordkeeping

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

The City of Lompoc is seeking a Lifeguard/Swim Instructor to help maintain a safe pool environment and to lead instructional swim classes at the Lompoc Aquatic Center. The role requires delivering engaging instruction while enforcing aquatic safety rules and regulations.

You will monitor activity, perform emergency response procedures, conduct chemical testing, and assist in staff training. Evening, weekend, and holiday shifts are common, and dedication to public safety is essential.