RECREATION: Lifeguard or Swim Instructor

City of SunnyvaleSunnyvale, CA
Onsite

About The Position

The City of Sunnyvale is seeking self-motivated, energetic, responsible individuals interested in employment as a Lifeguard and/or Swim Instructor to help with aquatic programs for youth, teens, families, and adults. The aquatic recreation programs are held at various aquatic facilities throughout the City of Sunnyvale.

Requirements

  • Minimum age is 16 years old
  • A valid American Red Cross Lifeguard/First Aid/CPR/AED certificate (course may be taken after hire)
  • Possession and continued maintenance of a valid class C CA driver's license and a safe driving record OR the ability to supply alternate transportation as approved by the appointing authority.

Nice To Haves

  • Bilingual in Spanish, Mandarin or Farsi
  • Experience interacting with the public
  • Ability to follow oral and written instructions

Responsibilities

  • Interacts and communicates effectively with children, parents, caregivers, volunteers and City staff
  • Maintains constant surveillance over pool users
  • Attends and participates in in-service trainings and meetings
  • Maintains and stores equipment and supplies
  • Performs related work as required
  • Organizes, instructs and helps evaluate swim lessons
  • Sets up and cleans up for swim lessons
  • Enforces pool rules
  • Keeps the facility clean, safe, and orderly
  • Performs the duties of a swim instructor when required
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