Lifeguard (Temporary/Part-Time - Seasonal)

Downey Alerts; Downey (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated lifeguards for the summer season. This role involves monitoring pool activities, ensuring safety, and responding to emergencies. Lifeguards will perform rescues, administer first aid, and maintain the pool environment. Candidates must be at least 15 1/2 years old, possess certifications in CPR and lifeguarding, and be available for flexible hours, including weekends and holidays. Join a dynamic team and make a difference in the community by ensuring a safe and enjoyable swimming experience for all. This is a fantastic opportunity for those passionate about water safety and community service.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 15 1/2 years old and have a work permit if under 18.
• Experience as a lifeguard or swim team participation is required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor swimming pool activities and enforce safety rules.
• Perform rescues and administer CPR and first aid as needed.
• Maintain pool cleanliness and perform routine maintenance.

Skills

Lifesaving Techniques

First Aid

CPR

Communication Skills

Record Keeping

Education

High School Junior Class Standing

Tools

Lifeguard Equipment

CPR/AED Equipment

Job description

NOTE: This recruitment is open until the needs of the Department are met and may close without prior notice. Applications received by 05:30 p.m., January 10, 2025, will be reviewed to be considered for an interview at the City of Downey's Job Fair on February 1, 2025. Applications received after 05:30 p.m., January 10, 2025, will be reviewed, and interviews will be conducted as needed.

Under general supervision, monitor the use of the swimming pool, observes swimmers and pool area from assigned station, responds to unsafe conditions or potential hazards, and enforces safety rules. This position is for the summer season only. Summer season is anticipated to be held June 9th - August 11th only.

Working Hours: Work hours are flexible for approximately 20 - 25 hours per week. Scheduled working hours may include mornings, afternoons, evenings, weekends, holidays, and/or on-call status.

The pool will be open five (5) days a week beginning June 16, 2025 from 8:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Pool closed on Saturday and Sunday.

The position requires availability to work days, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Mandatory Training for all selected applicants will be held, June 9th - 13th.

Temporary/Part-time employment does not include City benefits, except for those required by law. The City does not belong to the Social Security system; however, enrollment in an alternative retirement program is mandatory which requires an employee contribution of 7.5% of base earnings. The City contributes 2.5% and the employee contributes 5% of base earnings. There are no rights to employment and employment may end with or without cause or advance notice.

Temporary / Part-Time employment may not exceed 999 hours in a fiscal year from July 1st through June 30th.

Certain City operational budgets may not include funding for mandated CalPERS employer contributions; therefore, a qualified candidate who is a current member of CalPERS may be restricted from temporary/part-time employment with the City of Downey.

• Enforce facility regulations, policies and procedures.
• Observe swimmers and pool area from assigned station.
• Perform rescues in the pool area; and administer CPR and first aid as needed.
• Administer first aid as needed.
• Monitor activities in swimming areas to prevent accidents.
• Perform routine swimming pool and aquatics equipment maintenance work on or around the swimming pool.
• Maintain records and prepare accurate written reports and may assist cashier.
• Perform appropriate rescues when necessary as well as First Aid when required.

Any combination of education, training, and work experience to demonstrate possession of the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform in the position is qualifying. A typical combination is as follows:

Education: Junior class standing in High School or above required.*

*Must be at least 15 1/2 years of age. Applicants under 18 years of age will be required to provide a work permit by the date of hire.

Experience: Equivalent to one (1) year of experience as a pool or beach lifeguard. Two (2) years in a Swim team and or water polo experience is equivalent to one (1) year experience.

Knowledge of: Swimming and lifesaving techniques, principles, and practices; first-aid principles and practices; methods, materials, and equipment involved in the maintenance and operation of swimming pools.

Ability to: Maintain accurate records; perform maintenance and cleaning of pool and other assigned areas; maintain and work safely with a variety of equipment and chemicals used in pool activities; communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Certification:

The following current certifications are required:

• American Red Cross CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer
• American Red Cross Lifeguard Training/First Aid

The City of Downey offers a lifeguarding certification course in accordance to the Red Cross. If you are interested in enrolling, please log on to our website: Lifeguard Certification. Class will be held the week of April 14th.

NOTE: Applicants must provide copies of current certifications or provide documentation that he/she is currently enrolled in a Lifeguard Training Course when requested by the department. Failure to provide required documentation may result in disqualification from further consideration.

Physical Tasks and Environmental Conditions: The majority of work is performed outdoors in a swimming pool. An incumbent sits, stands, walks and runs on slippery and uneven surfaces, kneels, crouches, twists, climbs ladders and inclines, swims, reaches, bends, crawls, and pushes, pulls, drags, grasps and lifts pool/community center equipment weighing up to 50 pounds. While performing the duties of this job, an incumbent physically must be able to react quickly to lifesaving emergencies and will perform strenuous physical activity requiring physical strength and endurance when performing water rescues. During the course of some rescue and first aid tasks, an incumbent may be exposed to blood, other bodily fluids/products, communicable diseases and other related health hazards. An incumbent will have exposure to pool water and pool chemicals, cleaning solvents and disinfectants and electrical and mechanical hazards. An incumbent must be able to meet the physical requirements of the class and have mobility, vision, hearing and dexterity levels appropriate to the duties to be performed.

All application materials received by the application deadline will be reviewed and evaluated on the basis of information submitted to determine the level and scope of the candidate's preparation for the position. All information supplied by applicants is subject to verification.

Those applicants who most closely match the desired qualifications will be invited to participate in the examination process which will consist of:

1. Part 1: Appraisal Examination (oral interview) weighted 100% will assess knowledge, education, experience, and general ability to perform the essential functions of the position.
2. Part 2: Verification of all required certifications
3. Part 3: Written examination (Pass/Fail) will cover the areas of CPR/First Aid/AED and Lifeguarding. Those candidates who successfully complete the written examination will be invited to the Swim Performance Examination.
4. Part 4: Swim Performance Examination. This exam will include an evaluation and skills test of speed, endurance, and strength in the pool as well as effectively demonstrating how to perform a victim rescue of a passive or active drowning.

Candidate(s) who complete testing with acceptable results will be considered by the Department hiring authority. Prior to an employment offer, a comprehensive background investigation is conducted, including fingerprinting. A pre-placement medical exam, including a drug screen will be conducted upon issuance of a conditional offer of employment.

Any applicant requiring reasonable accommodation during the selection process due to a qualified disability must inform the Human Resources Office at [phone] at least 72 hours in advance.