Lifeguard (Part-TIme)

Salary : $17.33 - $21.06 Hourly

Location : City of Azusa, CA

Job Type : Seasonal

Job Number : 25-07

Department : Community Resources

Division : Aquatics

Opening Date : 02 / 27 / 2025

Closing Date : 4 / 27 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Pacific

Definition

Join in on the FUN at Azusa Slauson Pool. Join the Aquatics Team to help make a memorable Summer for YOU & the Community.

SALARY INFORMATION

17.33 - $21.06 Hourly

This recruitment may close at anytime without advance notice. You are encouraged to apply immediately. You will not be able to submit an application for this position once the recruitment closes. Please Note : Part-time employees cannot work more than 1,000 hours per fiscal year, serve at will, and are exempt from the Civil Service System.

To sign-up for Lifeguard Training courses, visit our Course Catalog at : https : / / secure.rec1.com / CA / azusa-ca / catalog.

DEADLINE TO APPLY :

Online applications will be accepted beginning Thurs day , February 27, 2025 , through Sun d ay, April 27, 2025 . Qualified and interested applicants are encouraged to apply immediately as this recruitment may close without notice after being open for a minimum of five (5) business days or on the day the department's needs have been met.

PLEASE NOTE : CANDIDATES WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED FOR THE POSITION IF NO PROOF OF VALID LIFEGUARDING CERTIFICATIONS ARE SUBMITTED AT THE TIME OF HIRE.

DEFINITION

Under supervision, guards swimmers in pool; enforces regulations; and does related work as required in order to insure the safe use of all public swimming facilities and other duties as directed.

Essential Functions

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The following functions are typical for this classification. Incumbent may not perform all of the listed functions and / or may be required to perform additional or different functions from those set forth below to address department needs and changing business practices.

• Supervises the activities of swimmers in and around the pool to see that policies, rules and regulations are observed and that no hazard to safety is created.
• Helps in cleaning and maintaining the pool and its facilities and equipment.
• Gives first aid in the event of injuries; assists in opening and closing of the pool.
• Rescues persons in distress or danger of drowning; warns swimmers of improper activities or dangers.
• Answers inquiries and gives information pertaining to the pool, its facilities, the swimming program and department in general.
• Keeps in good physical condition.
• Acts as swim team coach or assistant coach as assigned.

Qualification Guidelines

EDUCATION AND / OR EXPERIENCE :

Qualified candidates must be at least sixteen (16) years of age with a work permit AND must possess a valid American Red Cross Lifeguarding Certificate; American Red Cross CPR, First Aid and AED for the Professional Rescuer or similar certifications from the American Heart Association are also acceptable. A T.B. clearance is required. All certifications must be current and obtained by the time of hire.

Interview Schedule

Qualified Candidates will be contacted for an Interview and In-Water Exercise for the appointment times listed below :

Special Requirements / Physical, Mental, Environmental Conditions

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

RECRUITMENT PROCESS : All applicants are required to submit a complete City application at www.azusaca.gov / jobs . Applications must be accompanied by a resume describing experience, education, and training in relation to the requirements of the position, however, resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a City employment application. Applications that are submitted without a resume, or have unanswered supplemental questions, may be deemed incomplete.

Application Screening (Refer / Non-Refer) : Online applications will be reviewed for qualifications that are highly desirable and most needed to perform the essential functions of this job. Only those candidates whose applications indicate that they are most qualified will be invited to continue in the recruitment process.

Examination Process (Oral Interview) : Candidates will be interviewed and rated by a qualification appraisal panel of subject knowledge experts. Each candidate's rating will be based on responses to a series of structured questions designed to elicit the candidates' qualifications for the job. Only the most successful candidates will be placed on the eligibility list.

As vacancies occur throughout the City of Azusa within this classification, candidates may be referred to the hiring department. In accordance with the , examinations may consist of one or more selection techniques, including but not limited to : Application Evaluation (Qualifying), Written Exam, Performance Exam, and / or Panel Oral Interview.

The City of Azusa is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. The City does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, age, ancestry, national origin, political or religious affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, other non-job related physical or mental disability, medical condition, or other functional limitation in employment or the provision of service. The City is dedicated to making its programs, services and activities accessible to individuals with qualified disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete the employment application and / or participate in the testing process, please contact Human Resources at (626) 812-5183 prior to the filing deadline. We will attempt to reasonably accommodate applicants with disabilities upon request.

THANK YOU FOR TAKING THE TIME TO APPLY FOR A CAREER OPPORTUNITY WITH THE CITY OF AZUSA!

Part-time employees are paid an hourly rate based on hours worked and typically work 19 hours or less per week. The City of Azusa does not pay into Social Security, so part-time employees are enrolled in the Accumulation Program for Part-Time and Limited-Service Employees (APPLE). Part-time employees pay 3.75% of wages into this retirement program and the City matches the employee's (3.75% of wages) share.

Paid Sick Leave :

Effective July 1, 2015, part-time employees accrue sick leave beginning with the first full pay period of employment on the basis of 1 hour for every 30 hours worked. The maximum accrual per year is 48 hours. A waiting period of 90 days is required before an employee may be eligible to use paid sick leave. Although paid sick leave can be carried over year to year, an employee can only accumulate up to a maximum of 48 hours and may use up to 24 hours in any one year.

This position is not covered by any other medical benefits.

Part-time employees are not considered to be part of the City of Azusa Merit and Civil Service System and are thus designated as non-classified employees. Part-time employees are "at will" employees and, as such, may be terminated at any time without any right of appeal.

Recruitments for part-time position vacancies will be conducted by the Human Resources Department. Announcements for position vacancies shall remain open for application for a minimum of five (5) days or until one hundred (100) applications have been received.

Do you currently work for the City of Azusa?

Are you at least 16 years of age?

Did you attach the following document as REQUIRED : Resume?

Do you possess a valid American Red Cross Lifeguarding Certification?

If you do possess a valid American Red Cross Lifeguarding Certification, have you attached it to you application? (If not, please ensure to do so).

Please select the certification(s) you have obtained below :

Are these certifications from either the American Red Cross or American Heart Association?

If certifications were issued by a different agency, please list the agency below :

Will you be obtaining your certification through one of our Lifeguard Training Courses? If so, please indicate the date for which you have registered.

Are you available to work various shifts, weekends, weekdays, evenings, special events and holidays?

Please list your hours of availability.

Required Question

Salary : $17 - $21