Recreation Specialist II - Lifeguard

City of El Cajon; El Cajon (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

City of El Cajon is seeking part‑time Lifeguards for seasonal work from approximately June 1 through October 30. Starting salary is $20.48 hourly.

Responsibilities include lifeguard duties, pool and locker room supervision, assisting in classes, ensuring participant safety, and performing related tasks. Candidates must hold current Red Cross Lifeguard Training and First Aid (Title 22) and pass a physical exam prior to appointment.

Qualifications

• Possession of current American Red Cross Lifeguard Training and First Aid certificates (Title 22).
• Must pass a physical exam (including alcohol & drugs screening) prior to appointment.
• Educational achievement equivalent to completion of or currently attending high school; additional aquatic specialization training is desired.

Responsibilities

• Perform lifeguard duties; prevent accidents; enforce rules and regulations.
• Supervise pool and locker room.
• Assist during instructional classes when needed.
• Ensure the health, welfare, and safety of participants in the program.
• Cashiering duties when assigned.
• Perform light maintenance.
• Establish and maintain relationships with parents, community center staff and others.
• Maintain a fun and positive attitude to create a happy environment.

Skills

Lifeguard Training

First Aid

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Part‑Time Temporary Job – Recreation Specialist II – Starting Salary: $20.48 Hourly

The City of El Cajon is currently looking for individuals to work on a "seasonal/part-time" basis as a Lifeguard from approximately June 1 through October 30.

Position

As a Lifeguard, this position requires the ability to perform a full range of duties as assigned, working independently and exercising judgment and initiative. Lifeguards receive instruction and/or assistance from the Recreation Supervisor. Lifeguards are able to adjust when new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work. Independent judgment is required to identify, select, and apply the most appropriate of available guidelines and procedures, interpret precedents, and adopt standard methods or practices to meet variations in facts and/or conditions. Lifeguards are required to have prior related experience.

Typical Duties

• Perform lifeguard duties; prevent accidents; enforce rules and regulations
• Supervise pool and locker room
• Assist during instructional classes when needed
• Ensure the health, welfare, and safety of the participants of the program
• Cashiering duties when assigned
• Perform light maintenance
• Establish and maintain relationships with parents, community center staff and other key individuals
• Maintain a fun and positive attitude daily to create a happy environment for participants
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Possession of current American Red Cross certificates in: Lifeguard Training and First Aid for Public Safety Personnel (Title 22). Photocopies (both sides) of required certifications must accompany application form to be considered.
• Candidates are required to pass a physical exam (to include screening for alcohol & drugs) prior to appointment.

Education

Educational achievement equivalent to completion of or currently attending high school. Additional training in area of specialization related to aquatics is desired.

Examination Process

Qualified candidates will be evaluated for employment consideration on the basis of a written exam and physical performance test.

• The written examination will cover first aid, CPR, and lifeguard training skills.
• The performance test may include a 100 yard swim under 2:00; 2‑minute tread water; and rescue demonstration of submerged, active/passive victims.

An oral interview of those best qualified will be used to rank applicants for final selection.

Special Requirements

May be required to provide means to commute between work sites in course of work, including the use of personal vehicle during assigned shifts. May be required to possess or have the ability to obtain, prior to employment, a valid Class C California driver's license with a safe driving record. Ability to lift and move up to 20 lbs.

Additional Information

NO DISCRIMINATION POLICY

The City of El Cajon does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion and handicapped status on employment of the provision of services.

200 CIVIC CENTER WAY * EL CAJON, CALIFORNIA *[phone]

Part‑Time / Seasonal / Temporary Employees

This position does not receive any benefits other than participation in the appropriate retirement plan: Nationwide or CalPERS. El Cajon is not a member of the Social Security System, but 1.45% of salary must be contributed to Medicare.

Nationwide Retirement Plan

The City contributes 7.5% of employee salary to the Nationwide retirement plan in lieu of social security. Most "Part‑Time / Seasonal / Temporary" employees will be enrolled in this plan.

• California Public Employees Retirement System (Only available to those employees who qualify for membership): Effective January 2013, the employee will pay the full required contribution.