Part-Time Senior Lifeguard/Water Safety Instructor II

About the role

This position serves as Senior Lifeguard/Water Safety Instructor II in the Los Alamitos Recreation and Community Services Department and performs a variety of duties including pool lifeguarding, teaching swim lessons, and lifesaving skills in addition to other duties as assigned. Approximately (10-40) hours per week depending on season/program with a varied schedule, including evenings, weekends, and selected holidays for City events or programs.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, implement, and coordinate current and new aquatics programs, activities and special events;
• Teach, communicate and demonstrate all the essential swim strokes and skills to participants in and around the pool;
• Maintain the ability to create and follow lesson plans;
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing, while being able to evaluate the progress of swim students;
• Think independently and problem-solve with minimal supervision and communicate effectively both orally and in writing;
• Maintain the water, deck, bleachers, locker rooms, building, offices and equipment at the pool for cleanliness, safety and appropriate usage;
• Perform all duties of a Senior Lifeguard and/or Water Safety Instructor II including enforcing of pool policies and regulations with pool patrons and the general public;
• Oversee aquatics facility including water quality, temperature, general pool maintenance, and safety and cleanliness of the facility;
• communicate with contracted pool maintenance companies, City staff and partnering agency staff.
• Handle all emergency situations effectively and administer first aid, CPR, AED and rescues as necessary;
• Congveys and communicates program and facility objectives, acts as a customer service liaison and diffuses patron concerns with the general public, school district personnel and City staff;
• Perform routine reception duties including telephone support and related customer services activities;
• Communicate effectively verbally to participants, parents and community members while being able to evaluate the progress of swim students;
• Effectively communicate verbally and in writing to supervisor, staff and participants.

Requirements

• Be at least 16 years of age (if under 18, must have a valid permit to work);
• Have access to reliable transportation to and from work;
• One year minimum prior experience in aquatics or swimming is required.

Qualifications

• Must obtain American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification by first day of employment;
• Must obtain American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor Certification by first day of employment;
• Currently attending or graduated from high school;
• College course work with a major in recreation or similar field is preferred.

Desirable Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Knowledge and understanding of current American Red Cross Lifeguard and Water Safety Instructor requirements;
• Past experience and enjoyment of working with people of all ages and ability to be flexible, energetic, outgoing, creative;
• Strong communication skills to direct staff and maintain a cooperative and friendly working relationship with employees, and the general public.

Physical and Mental Demands/Working Conditions

• Mental Function: Includes reading, writing, mathematical computations, operating a computer, problem solving, managing multiple projects, calmly handling complaints and problems from irate employees, citizens, or contractors, and decision making under stressful conditions;
• Productivity: The position must perform work in an efficient, effective and timely manner with minimal direction;
• Mobility: The position requires sufficient mobility to work in an office setting and operate office equipment. The position may require light lifting and carrying, filing documents (minimum of 25 pounds) in various locations and at various heights, and sitting, standing, walking, remaining seated, and working at a video display terminal for prolonged periods. This position works outdoors at events and may carry equipment (minimum 35 pounds).

Deferred Compensation (Retirement Plan)

The City contributes (3.75%) of your gross salary and withholds (3.75%) of your gross salary per pay period for a total of (7.5%) of your salary that is deposited into a tax-deferred retirement savings plan that can be withdrawn and used upon separation from the City or saved and invested towards future retirement.

Paid Sick Leave

After (30) days of employment, will accrue one (1) hour of sick leave for every (30) hours worked, and you can use up to (40) hours or (5 days) of paid sick leave in one year.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

EAP is a voluntary and confidential service to employees who need help managing personal difficulties or life challenges.

Health Benefits

Note: Part-time positions are not eligible for City-paid health benefits (i.e. medical, dental, vision, life insurance). Part-time employment with the City is At-Will and is based on continued program needs. No guarantees are made related to hours.

Required Questions

• Are you American Red Cross Lifeguard certified?
• Do you have experience in aquatics including lifeguarding, swimming, swim instruction, and coaching?
• If you answered YES to Question #2, please describe your experience. If you answered NO, please list N/A.