Lifeguard Swim Instructor

CALIFORNIA PARK & REC SOCIETY; Culver City (CA); On-site; USD 15,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in community services is seeking dedicated Lifeguards to ensure safety at the Culver City Municipal Pool. This part-time role involves supervising aquatic activities, teaching swimming and lifesaving skills, and maintaining pool safety standards. Ideal candidates will possess essential certifications and a passion for promoting water safety. Join a vibrant team committed to providing exceptional recreational programs for the community. This position requires flexibility in scheduling and a commitment to training. If you’re ready to make a splash in your career, this opportunity is for you!

Qualifications

• Must be at least 17 years old with experience supervising pool safety.
• Valid CPR and First-Aid certifications are required.

Responsibilities

• Organizes and conducts aquatic programs at the municipal pool.
• Supervises the pool deck and enforces safety regulations.
• Teaches swimming and lifesaving classes.

Skills

Supervising pool safety

Teaching swimming

Lifesaving skills

Water safety knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

CPR certification

First-Aid certification

Lifeguard Training certification

Red Cross WSI certification

Job description

The City of Culver City's PRCS Department is hiring Lifeguards!

The Parks, Recreation and Community Services (PRCS) Department consists of different programs and divisions including the Recreation Division and Senior & Social Services. These divisions provide a variety of programs for children, young adults, seniors, and residents with disabilities. Program activities include homework assistance, computer lab, crafts and games, special events, and more. For more information about the department please utilize the following link: PRCS Department.

General Duties for a Lifeguard Swim Instructor:

• Under close supervision organizes and conducts a well-balanced aquatic program at the Culver City Municipal Pool.
• Supervises pool deck, enforces regulations, prevents accidents and effects rescues.
• Teaches swimming, lifesaving and water safety classes.
• Assists with pool maintenance and operation and the testing of chemicals.
• Maintains pool records, attends staff meetings and service training programs, and performs other related duties.

Note: This position is frequently exposed to intense sunlight and full sunlight.

Qualifications:

Any combination equivalent to training and experience that could likely provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge, skills, and abilities would be: possess experience in supervising the use and safety of swimming pools and must be at least 17 years of age.

Required Certificates:

The following valid certificates are required and must be attached to the application:

• CPR Certificate
• First-Aid Certificate
• Lifeguard Training Certificate
• Red Cross Water & Safety Training Instructor (WSI) Certificate

Note: The Culver City Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department will be offering certification courses to applicants who are interested in this position but do not possess the required CPR, First-Aid, and Lifeguard Training certificates. Please be advised that the WSI Certificate will need to be obtained by the applicant; the PRCS Department will not offer a course for this required certificate.

Lifeguard Training Course: Provides entry-level participants the knowledge and skills to prevent, recognize and respond to aquatic emergencies and to provide care for breathing and cardiac emergencies, injuries, and sudden illnesses until EMS personnel take over. There is a cost for the course. Applicants who successfully complete the Lifeguard Training course will receive a certificate from American Red Cross for Lifeguard Training/First Aid/CPR/AED that is valid for 2 years. For more information, please call [phone].

Schedule: This is a part-time position; hours will vary depending on department needs. Applicants must be available to work evenings and weekends. Vacation is not permitted during the entire summer. Attendance at all in-service training is mandatory.

Equal Opportunity Employer: The City of Culver City is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or applicants on the basis of race, sex, age, disability, veteran status, national origin, religion, political affiliation, or sexual orientation/identification.