SENIOR LIFEGUARD INSTRUCTOR

City of Carson, CA; Carson (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Carson is seeking a Lifeguard Supervisor to oversee aquatic activities at community pools. Responsibilities include supervising staff, ensuring safety regulations are followed, and instructing swimming classes. Ideal candidates will possess necessary certifications and have experience in lifeguarding. This role requires effective communication and the ability to maintain a safe environment for all pool users.

Qualifications

• Approximately six months experience as a lifeguard.
• Possession of relevant American Red Cross certifications.

Responsibilities

• Supervises swim instructors and lifeguards at the pool.
• Tests pool water and maintains chemical balance.
• Instructs swimming classes and performs rescues.

Skills

Lifeguarding

CPR

First Aid

Water Safety Instruction

Communication

Education

Formal Education

Tools

Computer Skills

Job description

Under general supervision, to organize and supervise aquatic activities at a community swimming pool and to perform related duties as required.

Work Schedule :

Varies from Sunday- Saturday from 7 : 00 am- 9 : 00 pm

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

These functions are representative and may not be present in all positions in the class. Management reserves the right to add, modify, change or rescind related duties and work assignments.)

• Assigns, instructs, and supervises the work of swim instructors, lifeguards, and cashiers at a community swimming pool.

Enforces established rules and regulations governing the safe use of pools.

Assists in cleaning and maintaining the swimming area.

Tests pool water for correct chemical balance to meet State and local requirements.

Assists in maintaining filtration and chlorination system.

Instructs swimming and lifeguard classes.

Rescues bathers.

Directs the work of lifeguards making rescues.

Renders first aid and CPR.

Prepares and reviews reports of rescues and unusual occurrences.

Supervises and coaches water sports and aquatic programs.

Disseminates information on policies and procedures to the public.

Completes paperwork for classes and programs and assists with registrations and cash handling, including use of a computer-based recreation registration program.

Performs daily facility inspections.

Assists in staff training.

QUALIFICATIONS

A typical way to obtain the requisite qualifications to perform the duties of this class is as follows :

Education and / or Experience :

Completion of formal education sufficient to assure the ability to read and write at the level required for successful job performance and approximately six months experience as a lifeguard.

Knowledge of :

• Lifeguarding, CPR, first aid, and water safety instruction.

Chemical usage and balance related to pool water maintenance.

Filtration and chlorination systems.

Basic computer skills.

Skill and / or Ability to :

• Learn the principles of supervision.

Perform rescues and render first aid and CPR as necessary.

Provide instruction in swimming and aquatic programs.

Enforce water safety rules and regulations.

Effectively communicate both orally and in writing.

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others and deal tactfully with the public.

License and Certifications :

Possession of a valid American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor certificate; possession of an American Red Cross Lifeguard Training and Standard First Aid certificate; possession of an American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer certificate. Possession of an American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor Training certificate is desirable.

Appointment :

Any offer of employment, or acceptance of an employment offer, is contingent upon passing background check and other tests. All new employees are required to take a loyalty oath.

The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provisions contained herein may be modified or revoked without notice. All statements made on the job application are subject to investigation and / or verification. Inaccurate and / or false statements will be cause for disqualification, removal from th eligibility list or discharge from employment.

IMPORTANT NOTICE : ONLY THOSE AMONG THE MOST HIGHLY QUALIFIED WILL BE INVITED TO PARTICIPATE IN THE EXAMINATION PROCESS, WHICH WILL BE AN INTERVIEW, WEIGHTED AT 100%. APPLICANTS WHO FALSIFY, EXAGGERATE OR EXCLUDE MATERIAL FACTS ON THEIR APPLICATION MAY BE EXCLUDED FROM THIS AND FUTURE EXAMINATION PROCESSES AND IF HIRED, TERMINATED FROM EMPLOYMENT. APPLICATIONS FOR THIS RECRUITMENT WILL ONLY BE ACCEPTED ONLINE.

CURRENT CITY OF CARSON EMPLOYEES

Please do not use your City of Carson email address as part of this applications. You must indicate a personal email address in order to receive communication and / or notices from Human Resources throughout the recruitment process.

1. The following supplemental questions will be used to assist us in screening your application. You are required to answer each of the following questions truthfully and completely. This questionnaire will be used to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for this job. Your responses to this questionnaire may also be used to evaluate your qualifications beyond the minimum requirements, as part of the application screening process. As such, please take the time necessary to answer the questions thoroughly. Applications submitted without a completed supplemental questionnaire, or those that say see resume or application, may not be considered. It is imperative that your responses to the questionnaire provide a true and accurate reflection of your background. Additionally, your answers MUST be supported by the information you have entered in your general application. Responses which cannot be substantiated by information contained in your application will be deemed invalid. Falsification, exaggeration and misrepresentation will result in your disqualification. Your responses will be evaluated as submitted. Do you agree to answer the following questions truthfully and completely AND understand that falsification or overstatement of your qualifications is grounds for disqualification of your application?

Do you have a valid American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor certififcate; possession of an American Red Cross Lifeguard Training and Standard First Aide certificate; Posession of an American Red Cross CPR for the professional rescuer certificate .

Do you possess an American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor Training certificate?