Pool Lifeguard (3208) - Camp Mather 2026 (outside of San Francisco) - SF Recreation & Parks

City and County of San Francisco•Groveland, CA

17h•$27•Onsite

About The Position

As a lifeguard, you will be responsible for guarding the swimming pool, guarding the Birch Lake waterfront, roving the Lake Lawn, instructing guests how to use canoes and stand-up paddle boards and of course first aid and lifesaving.  You will also be required to perform in the weekly Staff Talent Show and camp orientation campfire.  You will work six days a week, 6.5 hours per day, and shifts may be broken up.  Please note that everyone, regardless of job title, will be expected to contribute in all areas of the camp when necessary including working in the kitchen.

Requirements

Applicants must be at least 18 years old at the time of hire, due to the dormitory living arrangements.
Current possession and maintenance of the following certifications or the equivalent of: Lifeguarding issued by the American Red Cross or equivalent certified issuing agency; CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer issued by the American Red Cross or equivalent certified issuing agency;
Possession of the following certification or equivalent within twelve (12) months of appointment: Oxygen Administration for the Professional Rescuer issued by the American Red Cross or equivalent certified issuing agency; and Title 22 - First Aid for Public Safety Personnel issued by the American Red Cross or equivalent certified issuing agency.

Nice To Haves

Waterfront Certificate issued by Red Cross or equivalent agency
ServSafe Certificate or California Food Handler Card
AED certification
Citizen or Neighborhood Emergency Response Team Training
Ability to work with and live around coworkers and guests, of all ages, backgrounds and beliefs
Ability to communicate effectively in written and verbal form
Good physical condition and ability to lift up to 50 pounds
Ability to maintain a neat and clean appearance at all times
Ability to provide great customer service to guests in a friendly and helpful manner

Responsibilities

Patrol and monitor pool, lake & waterfront activities, facility patrons and swimmers to prevent accidents; identify people in distress or those in danger.
Conduct rescue operations; perform lifesaving techniques; assist swimmers in distress and rescue swimmers in danger; pull drowning victims out of the water; call for emergency assistance; perform first aid resuscitation measures when necessary.
Communicate with facility patrons; caution swimmers regarding unsafe practices and safety hazards; enforce pool, lake & waterfront rules and regulations; maintain order in and around the pool, lake & waterfront.
Maintain aquatic facility by inspecting and observing the pool, lake & waterfront area, change rooms and deck for safety and cleanliness; perform general pool, lake & waterfront facility maintenance duties including cleaning and disinfecting pool, lake & waterfront change rooms and deck; may take and record water quality samples in the absence of a supervisor.
Prepare the facility for various aquatic events, handle and store equipment and materials when not in use.
Collect revenue and fees for facility use and participation in facility activities and events; greet and check in facility guests.
Provide customer service; share general information regarding facility operations, programs and schedules.
Prepare incident and accident reports as necessary.
At Camp Mather, perform additional duties scheduled for at least two to three times a week which will include but not limited to kitchen duties (serving meals, cleaning after dinners, stocking and performing industrial style kitchen cleanup, etc.), light janitorial cleanup, recreational activities including the weekly staff talent show, etc.
Perform other related duties as assigned.