Lifeguard (At-Will) / Aquatics Instructor (At-Will)

City of Torrance • Torrance, CA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The City of Torrance is seeking Lifeguards and Aquatics Instructors to staff the Benstead Plunge. The Community Services Department is committed to providing quality services, activities, programs, and facilities for all those who live, learn, work, and play in the City of Torrance. The Recreation Services Division is responsible for overseeing recreation activities including youth and adult sports, management of city facilities (park buildings) and a variety of special events throughout the year. The Recreation Services Division provides recreational and educational opportunities for persons of all ages and abilities including Adaptive Recreation and Sports, Adult Sports Leagues, After School Club, Aquatics, Day Camps, Early Childhood Education, Sea-Aire Golf Course, Senior Citizen Programs, Special Events, Teen Programs Middle School, Teen Programs High School, and Youth Sports. The Recreation Services Division offers a wide variety of Aquatic Programs and Classes at The Victor E. Benstead Plunge pool year-round. The Victor E. Benstead Plunge has been serving the community since 1956. "The Plunge," as commonly referred to, is a heated Olympic sized 50 x 20 meter outdoor pool, open year round. The pool is divided into two courses; one 25 yard and one 26 meter course. The pool is heated year-round to about 80° to 81°. The Plunge operating hours are from 4:30 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., with classes and programs offered at various times.

Requirements

• Possession of current Red Cross First Aid certificate (either multi-media, standard, or advanced)
• Possession of current Red Cross or American Heart Association CPR certificate
• Possession of current Red Cross Lifeguard Training certificate
• Possession of current Red Cross Water Safety Instructor (WSI) Certificate (for Aquatics Instructor)
• Pass a background check
• Pass a pre-employment medical examination

Nice To Haves

• One or more seasons of experience as a lifeguard or swim instructor
• American Red Cross Title 22 First Aid for Public Safety Personnel certificate is desired

Responsibilities

• Enforce pool safety rules and regulations
• Monitor swimming and other pool activities
• Rescue swimmers in danger of drowning
• Apply cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and first aid
• Inspect swimming pool for cleanliness and perform routine maintenance
• Keep a daily log of rescues and other emergencies and prepare written reports of these activities
• Assist in teaching swimming techniques
• Teach swimming techniques, diving, water polo, and competitive and synchronized swimming
• May coach the swim team and officiate at swim meets

What This Job Offers

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