Lifeguard/Swim Instructor I/II

Job Characteristics

The City of Concord's Recreation Services Department is seeking individuals to work for the Aquatics Program. Salaries are negotiable based on experience:

• Lifeguard/Swim Instructor I: $17.22 - $18.09/hour, with no experience
• Lifeguard/Swim Instructor II: $18.54 - $19.48/hour, with a minimum of 2 seasons experience

Qualifications

• Knowledge of:
• Current and preventative lifeguarding techniques.
• Rules and regulations of an aquatic facility.
• Swimming rescue techniques, CPR, and first aid.
• Instruction techniques and materials related to aquatic activities.
• Ability to:
• Swim with proficiency and endurance.
• Maintain lifeguard certification.
• Prevent accidents and effect rescues.
• Enforce the rules and regulations of an aquatic facility.
• Perform swimming rescues, CPR, and first aid.
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with other employees and the public.
• Follow oral and written instructions.
• Prepare, read, and write various reports.
• Instruct students in a variety of aquatic oriented skill level classes.

Experience

• Lifeguard/Swim Instructor I: None. Previous lifeguarding or competitive swim experience is highly desirable.
• Lifeguard/Swim Instructor II: Two seasons (equivalent to 5 months or more) of lifeguarding, swim instructor, or swim coach experience is required.

Certifications

• Valid/current lifeguarding certifications are required for both positions.
• Must be able to pass American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification Course and complete On-the-Job training as a condition of employment (minimum age of 15 required).

Other

• A valid California Driver's License and a satisfactory driving record are conditions of initial and continued employment for select positions.
• Must successfully clear TB testing and fingerprint check.

EEO/ADA

The City of Concord is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants.

Selection Process

• Submit a completed City of Concord application and the required supplemental question responses, online at www.cityofconcord.org/jobs. Please attach copies of relevant certificates to your application.
• All qualified applications and supplemental responses will be competitively evaluated, and those candidates demonstrating the strongest qualifications for the position will be invited to interview.
• Successful candidates will be provided a conditional offer of employment and must successfully complete a fingerprint check (more information below), TB testing, and either obtain or have a current American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification.