Beach Lifeguard (Seasonal)

City of Aurora•Santee, CA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

It is an exciting time to work for the City of Aurora, we're growing and looking for dedicated and collaborative individuals to join our team of talented and valued employees. Excellent organizations have a set of principles, or core values, that are used to implement their mission and vision. Those values represent the touchstone for the organization, guiding the decisions of the individuals and the organization. At the City of Aurora, we demonstrate our excellence by modeling the CORE 4 Values of: Integrity, Respect, Professionalism, and Customer Service, and we welcome all who share these values to apply. Why Work for Aurora? Make a difference in the lives of real people every day Diverse community Competitive total compensation package Well-Funded General Employees Retirement Plan Light rail station minutes away On-site fitness center and overall employee well-being programs Internal educational programs to assist with career advancement Access to innovation workspaces The Aurora Reservoir is seeking Beach Lifeguards to protect visitors and provide excellent customer service. Your primary duties involve monitoring the swim beach, responding to emergencies, and maintaining safety in an outdoor environment. It is preferred that candidates are lifeguard certified (Red Cross or StarGuard) and hold current First Aid and CPR credentials. Successful applicants must be capable of heavy physical work, including lifting and swimming in cold water. The target hire date is May 1, 2026, with training starting in mid-May and the season ending on Labor Day (September 7, 2026). The hiring rate for this role is $18.50/hour. This is classified as VHNE (Variable Hour Non-Benefit Employee), where the selected candidate will work less than 29 hours per week. This position does not provide medical benefits. This position earns sick leave in accordance with the Healthy Families and Workplace Act. The City of Aurora will conduct ongoing screenings of applications on a first-come, first-served basis; as soon as we determine we have a qualified pool of applicants, this position may close quickly and without notice. This job announcement is for collecting candidate applications for current and future Beach Lifeguards. Applicants will be contacted only when a position need is identified, and their qualifications match the position's needs. The selected applicant(s) will undergo the following conditions: Background Check (if over 18) Drug Screening Position Overview: The Aurora Reservoir is looking for the best Lifeguards in Colorado to fill our chairs on our Swim Beach. We're hiring friendly, customer service-oriented people to protect our visitors.

Requirements

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Lifeguard Certification through Red Cross or another credible agency
Lifeguard, First Aid and CPR Certification

Nice To Haves

Water Safety Instructor (WSI) preferred
Knowledge of Beachfront safety and emergency action plans
Skilled in lifesaving techniques and emergency response
Excellent customer service skills
Ability to maintain a safe environment at an outdoor work site

Responsibilities

Provides excellent customer service and performs a variety of tasks related to aquatic safety.
Maintains safety and cleanliness of beach front area including providing patron information, responding to beach emergencies, performing daily beach maintenance, gaining voluntary compliance with beach regulations.
Additional duties as assigned.

Benefits

Competitive total compensation package
Well-Funded General Employees Retirement Plan
On-site fitness center and overall employee well-being programs
Internal educational programs to assist with career advancement
This position earns sick leave in accordance with the Healthy Families and Workplace Act.
Rewarding public sector work impacting a large and diverse community
Growing city and employee population
Rich benefits package with low employee costs
Generous paid leave program
100% funded Employee and Family Care Leave Program
Retirement pension plan and 457b plans available
Subsidized recreation center pass, on-site fitness centers and wellness programs
Continued education and career advancement opportunities