Lifeguard (Part Time)

Bellevue College; California (MO); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team dedicated to promoting community health and wellness as a Lifeguard. In this exciting role, you will ensure the safety of swimmers, enforce regulations, and respond to emergencies. This position offers the opportunity to develop essential skills in water safety and rescue techniques while working in a vibrant community setting. With flexible scheduling and the chance to participate in training programs, you will gain valuable experience and certifications that will enhance your career in recreation and public safety. Be part of a supportive environment that values diversity and inclusion, making a positive impact on the community.

Qualifications

• Current certifications in CPR/AED and Lifeguard Training are essential.
• Ability to earn Title 22 Certificate within one year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Observe swimmers and ensure safety regulations are followed.
• Rescue individuals in danger and provide first aid as needed.
• Assist in maintaining aquatic facilities and conducting events.

Skills

CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer

Preventive lifeguarding

Water rescues

First aid

Swimming proficiency

Situational analysis

Education

Lifeguard Training

Title 22 Certificate

EMT Certificate

EMR Certificate

Job description

Carlsbad - The Community: This nearly 40 square mile city is ideally situated in north San Diego County with an approximate population of ~115,000. It offers a great climate, beautiful beaches, lagoons, and abundant natural open space. World-class resorts, family attractions, well-planned neighborhoods, a diverse business sector, and a charming village atmosphere combine to create the ideal California experience.

DEI Statement: The City of Carlsbad embraces diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace and recognizes the vital relationship of a culturally diverse, engaged work environment and innovative excellence. A diverse, equitable and inclusive work climate comprises personal experiences, values, and views shaped from differences of culture and circumstance. Our organization appreciates belonging, creativity, recognition and retention of its employees and is committed to hiring and developing motivated, productive and talented employees who provide services and enhance our quality of life. We work to embrace open and equitable access to opportunities for learning and development as our responsibility and goal.

The Department: You will join a team dedicated to upholding the department's mission to promote community health and wellness while building a diverse culture that embraces change and continuous improvement.

Position: Under the supervision of the Recreation Supervisor, the lifeguard position will observe swimmers, protect life, prevent accidents, enforce regulations and do related work as required.

Only qualified applicants will be called in for an "in-water skills test" and, upon successful completion, will be scheduled for an oral interview.

The in-water skills test includes:

• 5-minute treading water while holding a 10lb brick
• 100-meter swim (1:40 minutes or less)
• Passive submerged victim rescue (14ft depth) with removal
• Adult CPR
• Swim 25 yards, retrieve a 10lb brick, swim 25 yards, and exit the pool

Lifeguard Academy: If you are interested in becoming a Lifeguard but lack the required certification, consider participating in one of our academies: Lifeguard Academy.

Key Responsibilities:

• Observe the activities of swimmers in and around a public pool to assure that policies, rules, and regulations are observed, and hazards are eliminated or minimized.
• Maintain group and individual discipline.
• Rescue persons in danger and provide first aid as necessary.
• Give accurate information about aquatic facilities and programs. Assist in conducting special events and in the maintenance operation of aquatic facilities.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Possess current certificates in the following:

• CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer (CPR-FPR)
• Lifeguard Training

Knowledge of:

• Principles and techniques of preventive lifeguarding, water rescues, first aid, and CPR.

Ability To:

• Earn Title 22 Certificate within one year of being hired (we offer this training onsite).
• Swim with proficiency and endurance.
• Analyze situations and adopt a quick, effective course of action.
• Maintain constant observation of an assigned area to identify signs of danger.
• Deal effectively and tactfully with the public, and work cooperatively with others.

Entry Level: Any combination that provides the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.

Highly Desirable:

• One summer of part-time experience as a lifeguard.
• Title 22 Certificate.
• EMR Certificate
  • Equivalent training certificates will be accepted if approved by the County of San Diego EMS authority.
• EMT Certificate
  • Equivalent training certificates will be accepted if approved by the County of San Diego EMS authority.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS:

• Must be available to work a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, holidays, and split shifts, dependent upon seasonal program needs.

For questions regarding certification, training, or qualifying experience, please contact the following Parks and Recreation Aquatics Staff:

• Nathan Baker: [e-mail]