What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lifeguard/Swim Instructor I/II (Part Time and Seasonal) position at City of Concord, CA?
Salary : $17.22 - $19.48 Hourly
Location : Concord, CA
Job Type : Part Time
Department : Recreation Services
Division : Aquatics
Opening Date : 01 / 15 / 2025
Closing Date : Continuous
Bargaining Unit : Limited Service
Job Characteristics
- PART-TIME JOB OPPORTUNITY
LIFEGUARD / SWIM INSTRUCTOR I / II
AQUATICS PROGRAM
The City of Concord's Recreation Services Department is seeking people to work for the City's Aquatics Program. Salary is negotiable based on experience :
An additional $1 / hour pay differential is available when teaching swim classes.
The Aquatics Program :
The Concord Community Pool at 3501 Cowell Rd is one of the City's most popular facilities, serving approximately 124,000 swimmers per year in our award winning learn to swim classes, our lap swim, recreational swim and water exercises programs, as well as serving as a place for many swim teams to practice. The pool is open year round, heated to a comfortable 80 degrees, and is 50 meters in length. The pool also boasts heated changing rooms and showers.
What you will be doing :
Under supervision, Lifeguard / Swim Instructors perform a variety of duties for the purpose of providing for water safety at Concord Community Pool. This includes organizing, coordinating, conducting, and instructing courses in water safety as well as supervision of the Concord Community Pool.
The Lifeguard / Swim Instructor I is distinguished from the Lifeguard / Swim Instructor II in that the II performs duties independently. All positions are part time, limited service, and must be able to work a minimum of 20 hours a week, early morning, evening and weekend shifts when required, and attend weekly in-service trainings. They must also be able to successfully complete Lifeguard Training provided by the City of Concord.
SELECTION PROCESS
Minimum age of 15 years.
Conviction History : If you receive a conditional job offer, you will be fingerprinted, and your fingerprints will be sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The resulting report of your conviction history (if any) will be used to determine whether the nature of your conviction conflicts with the specific duties and responsibilities of the job for which you have received a conditional job offer. If a conflict exists, you will be asked to present any evidence of rehabilitation that may mitigate the conflict, except when federal or state regulations bar employment in specific circumstances. Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you from a job with the City of Concord.
Examples of duties include, but are not limited to
Qualifications
Knowledge of :
Ability to :
LIFEGUARD / SWIM INSTRUCTOR I
Experience : None. Previous lifeguarding or competitive swim experience is highly desirable.
Certification : None required at time of hire. Must be able to pass City's Lifeguard Training and Certification Program as a condition of employment (minimum age of 15 required).
LIFEGUARD / SWIM INSTRUCTOR II
Experience : Two seasons (equivalent to 5 months or more) of lifeguarding, swim instructor, or swim coach experience is required.
Certification : Valid / current lifeguarding certifications are desirable. Must be able to pass the City's Lifeguard Training as a condition of employment.
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.
If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, please contact Human Resources at 925-671-3308 or hrdept@cityofconcord.org prior to the final filing date.
FOR MORE INFORMATION REGARDING THIS POSITION OR THE AQUATICS PROGRAM :
This position is not eligible for benefits.
COMPETITIVE EVALUATION : Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as a part of the application screening and selection process. The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully and that your responses can be verified from information included within the application?
POSITION : What position are you applying for? Check all that apply.
EXPERIENCE : How many seasons of lifeguarding, swim instructor, or swim coach experience do you have? One season equals 2.5 months or more.
EXPERIENCE : How many seasons of competitive swim experience do you have?
CERTIFICATIONS : Please indicate which valid / current lifeguarding certifications you possess. Check all that apply.
CERTIFICATIONS : If you checked Other in response to the question above, please indicate what other valid / current certifications you currently possess.
CERTIFICATIONS : This position requires that candidates be at least 15 years or older to obtain the required certifications. Are you able to meet this requirement?
SCHEDULE : Seasonal and year-round positions are available. All positions are part time, limited service, and must be able to work approximately 20-30 hours a week; early morning (5 : 30AM - 10 : 00AM), evening and weekend shifts when required; and attend weekly in-service trainings. Please check your availability below.
TRAINING : This position requires attendance at all in-service trainings. Do you acknowledge this requirement?
DRIVING : Some driving may be required for select positions, which requires a minimum age of 18. Are you 18 years of age or older? Being under 18 does not automatically disqualify you.
CCWORKS : Were you referred by a CCWORKS Employment Placement Counselor?
OTHER : Is there any other information you would like to provide to help us assess your qualifications for this position?
Required Question
Salary : $17 - $19
