Recreation Specialist III - Water Safety Instructor

City of El Cajon; El Cajon (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Part time

Job summary

The City of El Cajon is seeking a Water Safety Instructor/Lifeguard for a seasonal, part-time role from June through October. You will lead aquatics classes, supervise participants, and perform lifeguard duties to ensure safety and enjoyment of the program.

Qualifications include ARC Water Safety Instructor and Lifeguard certifications; a physical exam is required before employment. Prior related experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Possession of current American Red Cross certifications in Water Safety Instructor, Lifeguard Training and First Aid for Public Safety Personnel (Title 22).
• Candidates must pass a physical exam including drug/alcohol screening before appointment.
• Educational achievement equivalent to completion of or currently attending high school. Additional aquatics training is desired.

Responsibilities

• Direct and supervise participants of the aquatics programs.
• Perform lifeguard duties; prevent accidents; enforce rules and regulations.
• Supervise pool and locker room.
• Teach swimming lessons under the American Red Cross Learn to Swim Program (Parent-Tot, Tiny Tot, Learn to Swim Levels I–IV).
• Ensure health, welfare, and safety of participants.

Skills

Lifeguard training

Water Safety Instructor

First Aid

Customer Service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Aquatics-related training (desirable)

Job description

*Part-Time Seasonal Temporary Job*

Recreation Specialist III Starting Salary: $23.16 Hourly

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

Job Overview

*Part-Time Seasonal Temporary Job*

Recreation Specialist III Starting Salary: $23.16 Hourly

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

The Position

As a Water Safety Instructor, this position requires the ability to perform a full range of duties as assigned, working independently and exercising judgment and initiative. Water Safety Instructors receive instruction and/or assistance from the Recreation Supervisor. Water Safety Instructors 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. They must have the ability to lead a class independently. Water Safety Instructors are required to have prior related experience.

Typical Duties

• Direct and supervise participants of the aquatics programs
• Perform lifeguard duties; prevent accidents; enforce rules and regulations
• Supervise pool and locker room
• Teach swimming lessons under the American Red Cross Learn to Swim Program, which would include the following classes: Parent-Tot, Tiny Tot, Learn to Swim Levels I-IV
• Ensure the health, welfare, and safety of the participants of the program
• Work closely with the Recreation Supervisor to ensure the success of programs through preparation, execution, and evaluation
• 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: Water Safety Instructor, Lifeguard Training and First Aid for Public Safety Personnel (Title 22). Photocopies of both sides of required certifications must accompany employment application to be considered.
• Candidates are required to pass a physical exam (to include screening for alcohol & drugs) prior to appointment.

For the full job description, please visit our website: Recreation Specialist III

Qualification Guidelines

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.

01

Please indicate which center/facility you would like to work at:

• Any center/facility available
• Fletcher Hills Pool

02

Would you prefer to work in the summer only or year round?

• Summer Only
• Year Round

03

What days/hours are you available?

04

Do you have experience in any of the following areas:

• Lifeguarding
• Water Safety Instruction
• Customer Service

05

How many years of experience do you have working with the public and/or in the field of parks and recreation, hospitality, front office or related field?

• None
• Less than 1 year
• 1-2 years
• 2-3 years
• 3-4 years
• 4 or more years

06

Do you have a First Aid card? If yes, what type?

07

Please describe any additional experience you may have with leading activities, games, aquatics classes, and special events for youth.

Required Question