Lifeguard Aide (Temporary, Year-Round)

City of La Mesa; La Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

The City of La Mesa is seeking a Lifeguard Aide for a part-time, temporary role at the city's aquatic facilities. You will work approximately 20-25 hours per week, Monday through Friday, with some weekend shifts and variable hours.

Responsibilities include supervising pool activity, assisting instructors, enforcing rules, performing rescues and basic first aid, and helping with facility maintenance. Applicants should be 16+ and have Lifeguard Training preferred; California Title 22 compliance

Qualifications

• Ability to read and write at a level sufficient for successful job performance.
• Some lifeguard experience is desirable.
• Must be 16 years of age or older by date of hire; if still in high school, provide a California Worker's Permit.
• Lifeguard Training Certificate is preferred; training can be provided by City of La Mesa staff after hire.
• Completion of California Title 22 requirements within six months of appointment.

Responsibilities

• Serve as lifeguard during pool hours and events; enforce pool rules and supervise swimmers.
• Assist swimming classes and instruct on proper techniques and water safety.
• Provide rescue and first aid/CPR as needed.
• participate in maintenance, test water chemistry, and monitor equipment.
• Help answer public questions about pool regulations and programs.
• Open/close pool facilities and manage basic records as assigned.

Skills

First aid

CPR

Swimming

Observation & supervision

Education

Lifeguard Training Certificate or equivalent

California Title 22 compliance within six months

Worker Permit (CA) for HS students

Job description

Position Summary

The City of La Mesa is hiring for the position of Lifeguard Aide. This is a part‑time, temporary position working approximately 20-25 hours per week, Monday through Friday with some weekend shifts. Hours will vary pending the assigned shift.

Class specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by employees in the class. Specifications are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

Key Responsibilities

To assist in conducting recreational activities in connection with the programs of an aquatic facility; to observe and supervise the activities of patrons in the pool and surrounding area; to aide instructors in swimming and water safety activities; to protect life, prevent accidents and enforce pool regulations; to rescue swimmers in emergency situations; and to assist in the maintenance of facilities and equipment.

The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.

• Serve as lifeguard during pool hours and at all events held at the pool; observe and supervise activities of swimmers in the pool and the surrounding area; enforce applicable pool rules and regulations.
• Assist swimming classes for beginners through advanced levels; assist in instructing students in proper swimming techniques and various water safety measures.
• Assist in reviewing swimming techniques of students; provide additional training as necessary; ensure adherence to proper safety precautions.
• Rescue persons in distress or in danger of drowning; provide emergency response as necessary including providing first aid and CPR.
• Participate in facilities clean‑up and maintenance; remove and replace pool covers; test and monitor water chemistry and temperature; adjust as appropriate; monitor operation of pumps, filters and chlorinators.
• Respond to questions and inquiries from the public regarding pool regulations, use of facilities and various aquatic programs offered.
• Open and close pool and related facilities.
• Register the public for swim classes; maintain a variety of records and reports.
• Perform basic cashiering and other office work as assigned.
• Perform related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Education/Training

Formal or informal education or training which ensures the ability to read and write at a level necessary for successful job performance.

Experience

Some experience as a lifeguard is desirable.

License Or Certificate

Applicants must be 16 years of age or older by date of hire. If applicant is still in high school, must provide California Worker's Permit.

Possession of a Lifeguard Training Certificate or equivalent is preferred.

Lifeguard Training Certification can be provided by City of La Mesa staff once hired, however, continued employment will be contingent upon successful completion of lifeguard training certification requirements.

Must complete California Title 22 requirement within six months of appointment.

Examination Process

Candidates whose qualifications most closely meet the needs of the City will be invited to participate in the examiniation process for this position. The examination process may consist of any of the following components: basic swimming skills, treading water, and retrieving a 10 lb. brick off the bottom of the pool at 10 feet deep. Submission of an application does not guarantee participation in the testing and interview process. Eligible candidates will be notified when dates have been established.

NOTE: Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment medical evaluation, including drug screen, and background investigation.