Lifeguard - Instructor

City of Burbank • Burbank, CA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Under direction, to perform usual lifeguard and instructor duties at multiple municipal swimming pools; and to do related work as required.

Requirements

• Knowledge of lifesaving and first aid techniques
• Ability to enforce pool rules and regulations and maintain discipline
• Ability to conduct swim and dive meets and instructional classes
• Ability to operate mechanical equipment used in a large swimming pool
• Ability to be alert, attentive, and exercise good judgment
• Ability to be patient and understanding when dealing with children
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, fellow employees, and the public
• A valid First Aid Certificate which meets Emergency Medical Service Authority requirements
• A valid Water Safety Instructor's Certificate
• A valid Lifeguard Certificate from authorized providers, as determined by the Management Services department, at time of appointment
• Valid Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and Communicable Disease Certificates from authorized providers, as determined by the Management Services department, within two weeks of appointment

Nice To Haves

• A valid California Class "C" driver's license or equivalent may be required at time of appointment

Responsibilities

• Enforces rules and regulations and maintain discipline at a municipal swimming pool
• Rescues swimmers in distress
• Administers first aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
• Instructs or assists in instructing classes in diving, swimming, basic water safety, emergency water safety, and water sports
• Assists with general maintenance and clean-up activities, including the operation and maintenance of filters and chlorinators
• Conducts test to determine chlorine and acid levels and checks equipment
• Officiates at swim and dive meets

What This Job Offers

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