Senior Lifeguard
City of Sacramento, CA - sacramento, CA
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Salary: $19.50 Hourly Location : Sacramento, CA Job Type: Part Time Non-Career Job Number: YPCE Department: Youth, Parks & Community Enrichment Division: Aquatics Opening Date: 04/03/2024 Closing Date: 9/30/2024 11:59 PM Pacific THE POSITION NON-CAREER PART-TIME/SEASONAL To perform regular lifeguard duties and assist in the supervision of pool staff in the organizing and instructing of aquatics classes and activities; to assume full responsibility of aquatic facility in absence of an Assistant Pool Manager or Pool Manager. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Responsibilities may include the indirect supervision of lower level aquatic personnel. Direct supervision is provided by the Assistant Pool Manager or Pool Manager. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all the listed duties and/or may be required to perform related duties as needed: Maintain constant surveillance to safeguard swimmers from drowning and other accidents. Rescue and resuscitate drowning persons. Rescue and aid persons affected by life threatening injuries. Render care in the latest American Red Cross techniques in water safety, lifeguarding, first aid, and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (C.P.R.) to persons in need of assistance. Direct, instruct, and assist in the supervision of water oriented classes such as swim lessons, swim team, junior guard and water aerobics. Enforce facility rules, regulations, and procedures; take appropriate action to prevent dangerous situations and accidents. Assist in the maintenance of the aquatic facility including its building, grounds, and equipment. Write and prepare lesson plans, assist in the planning, promoting, and organizing of aquatic programs. Maintain records and reports. Perform the duties of the Pool Manager in their absence. Perform related duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of: Current and preventative lifeguarding techniques. Rules and regulations of an aquatic facility. Swimming rescue techniques, C.P.R., and first aid. Instruction techniques and materials related to aquatic activities. Swimming pool maintenance and the chemicals, equipment, and techniques used to Meet State and County Department of Health standards. Aquatic instruction programs. Principles and practices of supervision. Ability to: Swim with proficiency and endurance. Prevent accidents and effect rescues. Enforce the rules and regulations of an aquatic facility. Perform swimming rescues, C.P.R., and first aid. Instruct students in a variety of aquatic oriented skill level classes. Establish and maintain effective relationships with other employees and the public. Follow oral and written instructions. Prepare, read, and write various reports. Interpret policies and procedures. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Education: None required. Experience: One season or 2.5 months of experience at an aquatic facility as a lifeguard or swim instructor. SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS: Age: Must be 16 years of age at time of appointment. Certification: Possession of a current course completion certificate as required by current Federal, State, and Local law. Completion of American Red Cross Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR and AED certification by time of appointment. PROOF OF CERTIFICATION Proof of the required certificate and/or license should be submitted with your application and will be required at the time of appointment. Unofficial documents and/or copies are acceptable. Assessments: If considered for appointment, candidates must: Pass a physical, criminal background check, and drug test. Must successfully complete and pass a tuberculosis screening pletion of the Hepatitis B vaccination series is desirable. Training: This position is designated as a Mandatory Reporter; completion of Mandatory Reporter training is required within two weeks of appointment. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK CONDITIONS: The conditions herein are typically required of an incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions. Physical Requirements: Must have the ability to walk, start, and stop frequently; run and swim frequently; perform simple and power grasping; verbal and hearing skills to effectively communicate with participants and staff; visual acuity to read and record documents and make observations. Must be able to spend prolonged periods of time in pool water; must maintain the physical ability required to pass the American Red Cross Lifeguard certification; intermittently, lift, carry or move equipment of 20 pounds or less. Environmental Conditions: Work may be performed outdoors with exposure to heat, often over 100 degrees, sun, noise, dust, and pollens and pool chemicals Work Conditions: This position requires work to be performed various hours including early morning, day, evenings and weekends. THE SELECTION PROCEDURE Please note, the City of Sacramento's preferred method of communication with applicants is via e-mail. As such, please ensure you verify the e-mail address on your application, and check your e-mail frequently, including your spam and junk folders. All e-mail notifications can also be accessed through the applicant inbox. 1. Application: (Pass/Fail) - All applicants must complete and submit online a City of Sacramento employment application by the final filing deadline; Employment applications must be submitted online; paper applications will not be accepted. Employment applications will be considered incomplete and will be disqualified: If applicants do not list current and past job-related experience in the duties area of the "Work Experience" section. Note: Qualifying experience is based on full-time experience (40 hours per week). Qualifying experience is calculated to the full-time equivalent (pro-rated if less than 40 hours/week). If "see resume" is noted in the "Work Experience" section; a resume will not substitute for the information required in the "Work Experience" section. Proof of certification and/or license should be submitted online with your application. Proof of certification and/or license will be required at time of appointment. Position/job titles will not be considered in determining eligibility for meeting the minimum qualifications for this position. Supplemental documents such as resume, cover letter, and proof of education are highly preferred and recommended at the time of application submission. Documents should be submitted to the City of Sacramento Employment Office as attachment(s) via online with the employment application or emailed to If submitting via email, please include your name and Job # YPCE on your documents. 2. Supplemental Questionnaire: (Pass/Fail) - In addition to the City of Sacramento employment application, all applicants must complete and submit online responses to the supplemental questionnaire to the City of Sacramento Employment Office by the final filing deadline; Responses to the supplemental questionnaire must be submitted online; paper questionnaire will not be accepted. Incomplete supplemental questionnaire will not pass the review process; omitted information cannot be considered or assumed. A resume will not substitute for the information required in the supplemental questionnaire. 3. Screening Committee: (Pass/Fail) - All applications received by the final filing deadline will be forwarded to the hiring department for review. The hiring department will select the most competitive applications for further consideration. Human Resources will only evaluate employment applications for the minimum qualifications, as stated on the job announcement, for applications selected by the hiring department. 4. Hiring Interview: Those candidates determined to be the MOST QUALIFIED will be invited to participate in an interview process coordinated by the hiring department. There will be no eligible list established, as positions will be seasonal and/or part-time. A hiring interview is not guaranteed. 5. Conditional Hire: Upon receipt of a conditional offer, the selected candidate must complete and pass LiveScan/fingerprinting. If applicable, candidates may also need to pass a pre-employment medical exam, controlled substance and/or alcohol test, and possess any required licensure or certification prior to receiving a start date from the Department. Failure to meet these prerequisites will be grounds for withdrawal of your conditional offer of employment. QUESTIONS: For questions concerning this job announcement and the application process: Please visit for a comprehensive, step-by-step guide to the application process. For technical support between 6 AM - 5 PM PT, contact Live Application Support at . Visit the City of Sacramento Human Resources Department website at ; Send an email to ; or Call the Human Resources Department at (916) Bilingual Pay Did you know that the City offers bilingual pay? That's right, most labor agreements offer the option of providing employees with bilingual pay if the department deems it to be operationally necessary. Pension Reform Act The City of Sacramento is covered by the California Public Employees' Retirement System, and as such, must adhere to the California Public Employee's Pension Reform Act (PEPRA) of 2013. Please note that the provisions within this act may affect or impact an applicant's eligibility and/or selection for open vacancies at the City of Sacramento. Equal Opportunity Employer The City of Sacramento is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation. Additional Information Civil Service Rules: Union Contracts: Salary Schedule: 01 APPLICATION : I understand my application must meet the minimum qualifications for consideration of employment with the City of Sacramento. The experience I list in the duties area of the "Work Experience" section of the employment application will be used to determine if I meet the minimum qualifications as stated on the job announcement. A resume, responses to the supplemental questions requiring a narrative response, employment history listed elsewhere in the application or attachments will not substitute for the information required in the "Work Experience" section of the employment application. Position/job titles will not be considered in determining eligibility for meeting the minimum qualifications for this position. Note: Qualifying experience is based on full-time experience (40 hours per week). Qualifying experience is calculated to the full-time equivalent (pro-rated if less than 40 hours/week).Please refer to the City of Sacramento's Applicant Resources Page for Screening Instructions: Yes 02 PROOF OF CERTIFICATION: I understand proof of certification, should be submitted with my application and will be required at the time of appointment. Yes 03 CERTIFICATION CONFIRMATION: I attest I possess or will possess a completion of American Red Cross Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR and AED certificate by time of appointment if I am selected for this position. Yes No 04 SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE : The answers to the questions below will be reviewed by the hiring department along with the information provided in your employment application. Therefore, your answers must be consistent with your employment application information (especially in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections), must be unambiguous, and must contain sufficient but concise detail and organization. A resume will not be accepted in lieu of completing this Supplemental Questionnaire. Lack of clarity, incomplete or inconsistent information, and/or disorganized presentation may negatively affect the hiring department's review of your Supplemental Questionnaire. I understand and agree to the above instructions. Yes 05 Are you currently certified through the American Red Cross as a Lifeguard? Yes, I am certified as a Lifeguard through the American Red Cross, and my certification will not expire on or before September 30, 2024. Yes, I am certified as a Lifeguard through the American Red Cross, but my certification will expire on or before September 30, 2024. No, I am not currently certified as a Lifeguard through the American Red Cross. 06 Will you be at least 16 years of age on or before April 1, 2024? Applicants who are not at least 16 years of age on or before April 1, 2024 will still be considered, but cannot begin employment until at least 16 years of age. Yes No 07 Which of the following work locations is your 1st choice? Cabrillo Pool Clunie Pool Doyle Pool Glenn Hall Pool Johnston Pool Mangan Pool McClathy Pool North Natomas Pool Oki Pool Pannell Meadowview Pool George Sim Pool Southside Pool Tahoe Park Pool 08 Which of the following work locations is your 2nd choice? Cabrillo Pool Clunie Pool Doyle Pool Glenn Hall Pool Johnston Pool Mangan Pool McClathy Pool North Natomas Pool Oki Pool Pannell Meadowview Pool George Sim Pool Southside Pool Tahoe Park Pool 09 Which of the following work locations is your 3rd choice? Cabrillo Pool Clunie Pool Doyle Pool Glenn Hall Pool Johnston Pool Mangan Pool McClathy Pool North Natomas Pool Oki Pool Pannell Meadowview Pool George Sim Pool Southside Pool Tahoe Park Pool 10 Are you interested in being a Swim Coach? Yes No 11 Are you interested in being a Water Aerobics Instructor? Yes No 12 Are you interested in being a Junior Lifeguard Instructor? Yes No 13 Please select the day(s) of the week that you are not available to work due to other obligations, such as sports. (If you are available to work any day of the week, please select "N/A - I am available to work any day of the week.") N/A - I am available to work any day of the week. Mondays Tuesdays Wednesdays Thursdays Fridays Saturdays Sundays Required Question
Created: 2024-10-01