Head Lifeguard

City of Baldwin Park • Baldwin Park, CA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Recreation & Community Services Department is looking for a self-motivated and high energy individual to fill one vacant part-time position for Head Lifeguard. This is a non-benefited, at-will part-time position with working hours to be assigned at the discretion of the Recreation & Community Services Department. Candidates must be able to work all assigned shifts, which may include mornings, afternoons, evening shifts, and/or occasional weekends. Employee shall work up to 20 hours per week, limited up to 960 hours per fiscal year. Under the direction of the Aquatics Manager, this position will assist in the supervision and management of the general operation of the aquatics division, while performing responsibilities of a lifeguard. The incumbent will assist in supervision and scheduling of lifeguards and other pool employees; will assist in supervising swim classes and may conduct all levels of swimming classes; assist in conducting and participating in various training sessions; administer First Aid, CPR and perform lifesaving activities. The Head Lifeguard also makes reports on attendance and the activities of the swimming pool; and maintains program equipment, files, and records.

Requirements

• One (1) year experience as a lifeguard and/or water safety instructor.
• Must be at least 18 years of age at time of submitting application.
• Must possess the following current and valid American Red Cross certificates - certificates must be attached to the employment application at time of filing : CPR for the Professional Rescuer, Community First Aid, Lifeguard Training Certificate, Water Safety Instructor Certificate.
• Knowledge of professional lifesaving standards.
• Must possess the physical strength, endurance, and agility necessary to perform First Aid, CPR, and other related lifesaving activities.
• Ability to actively perform safety duties; the safeguarding of individuals, public and property.
• Ability to effectively interact with City staff, volunteers and the public; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Understanding and carrying out verbal and written instruction utilizing the English language.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual proficiency in Spanish is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the supervision and management of the general operation of the aquatics division.
• Perform responsibilities of a lifeguard.
• Assist in supervision and scheduling of lifeguards and other pool employees.
• Assist in supervising swim classes and may conduct all levels of swimming classes.
• Assist in conducting and participating in various training sessions.
• Administer First Aid, CPR and perform lifesaving activities.
• Make reports on attendance and the activities of the swimming pool.
• Maintain program equipment, files, and records.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed