What are the responsibilities and job description for the LIFEGUARD I / II position at City of El Cerrito?
Class specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by employees in the class. Specifications are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.
What's The Role?
Under general supervision and depending on assignment, monitors and controls activities of swimmers and community members at a City aquatic facility; provides routine to advanced/specialized swim lessons and aquatics safety programs; conducts lessons and classes tailored to participant interest and abilities; provides demonstrations and supervises program participants; continuously supervises and monitors participants to ensure their safety and well-being; maintains all aquatics division apparatus and equipment; participates in required training programs; participates in inspections and related aquatic education and prevention activities; enforces swimming pool rules and regulations; rescues and administers first aid treatment to children and adults in distress and responds to unsafe conditions or potential hazards; teaches swimming and safety skills to children and adults; and performs related work as required.
Lifeguard II: This is the advanced journey-level, classification in the Lifeguard series. Positions are responsible for performing the more difficult/specialized work assigned to the series, requiring advanced skills and training in the related subject matter area including teaching more advanced swim lessons and stroke technique, or teaching Lifeguard classes. Positions at this level exercise judgment and initiative in their assigned tasks, receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit.
The Lifeguard II is distinguished from the Senior Guard class in that the latter performs the more complex and technical work assigned to the series and serves as a lead over other staff.
These positions are seasonal and assigned up to 20-35 hours per week (not to exceed 1,000 hours annually), which include evenings and weekends.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receives general supervision from Senior Lifeguard, Pool Manager, Assistant Recreation Supervisor, and/or Aquatics Supervisor.
** Appropriate clearance from background check/fingerprinting if 18 or older
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Work is primarily performed within a public swimming pool environment where stamina is needed to perform moderate to heavy lifting of pool equipment and furniture, or children or adults who may require removal from the pool, and to stay in the pool for prolonged periods of time. Must possess the mobility to stand, stoop, kneel, reach, bend, climb, push and pull materials and equipment, and swim, while wearing an appropriate uniform with protective equipment. Vision and hearing which must be sufficient to see and hear adults and children in crowded and noisy conditions. Must also possess the mobility to work in an office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person or by using a telephone and radio. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or to operate safety equipment. Must possess the ability to swim distances, and dive to pool depths, as determined by testing/certification authorities, and to lift 100 pounds or heavier weights with the use of proper equipment and/or assistance from other staff.
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
Employees work outdoors in a pool environment with wet and slippery conditions and are exposed to variable weather conditions and variable noise levels; may be exposed to chlorine, acids, and other chemicals at aquatics facilities, as well as blood and body fluids while rendering first aid and CPR. Employees may interact with challenging individuals while interpreting and enforcing policies and procedures.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Incumbents are required to wear uniforms; may be required to work varied shifts including early mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays in addition to responding as a Disaster Services Emergency Worker.
Incumbents must be able to pass continuous skill audits, maintain required certifications, and are required to participate in formal rescue skills training and regular staff meetings.
What's The Role?
Under general supervision and depending on assignment, monitors and controls activities of swimmers and community members at a City aquatic facility; provides routine to advanced/specialized swim lessons and aquatics safety programs; conducts lessons and classes tailored to participant interest and abilities; provides demonstrations and supervises program participants; continuously supervises and monitors participants to ensure their safety and well-being; maintains all aquatics division apparatus and equipment; participates in required training programs; participates in inspections and related aquatic education and prevention activities; enforces swimming pool rules and regulations; rescues and administers first aid treatment to children and adults in distress and responds to unsafe conditions or potential hazards; teaches swimming and safety skills to children and adults; and performs related work as required.
Lifeguard II: This is the advanced journey-level, classification in the Lifeguard series. Positions are responsible for performing the more difficult/specialized work assigned to the series, requiring advanced skills and training in the related subject matter area including teaching more advanced swim lessons and stroke technique, or teaching Lifeguard classes. Positions at this level exercise judgment and initiative in their assigned tasks, receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit.
The Lifeguard II is distinguished from the Senior Guard class in that the latter performs the more complex and technical work assigned to the series and serves as a lead over other staff.
These positions are seasonal and assigned up to 20-35 hours per week (not to exceed 1,000 hours annually), which include evenings and weekends.
Summer runs June 16 through August 17, must be available the majority of this time. Must be available for training week June 16 – June 20 and every Friday, training from 9am-12pm is mandatory. Must complete an in-water assessment during interview process (information available at el-cerrito.org/swimjobs).
Essential responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:- Provides aquatic safety and supervision for community members; monitors activities in the pool and facilities to avoid and prevent accidents, and to ensure the safety and well-being of patrons; promotes public safety at all times.
- Provides courteous and professional customer service to all patrons, facility users, personnel, and public.
- Enforces swimming pool and aquatics facility rules and regulations.
- Leads, teaches, and conducts aquatics lessons, classes, and activities for groups of youth, teens, adults, and/or seniors according to collective ability level of participants.
- Provides technical guidance to participants by demonstrating skills, methods, and techniques, ensuring
- proper form and safety.
- Provides first responder medical emergency response; administers first aid as required.
- Attends trainings, workshops, and classes related to job duties.
- Answers telephones and performs clerical duties including data entry and money handling.
- Performs related duties as required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Swimming pool, guest safety, and emergency procedures.
- Lifeguarding skills and methods.
- Instructional methods and techniques applicable to the aquatics field including beginning through advanced swim strokes.
- Modern principles and practices of swimming program development and implementation.
- Lead and teach assigned aquatics classes or swim team practices and activities for a variety of age levels.
- Provide instruction, feedback, and evaluation to program participants.
- Enforce swimming pool and facility rules and regulations.
- Work with children and adults in a recreational setting.
- Perform basic mathematical calculations.
- Utilize and implement proper money handling and customer service procedures.
- Aquatic physical fitness including ability to swim, tread water, perform rescues involving the exertion of up to 100 pounds of force to move objects, and to perform retrieval of heavy items from 13’ depth; ability to sit and/or stand for long periods of time; ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and with exposure to pool chemicals; vision to read written materials and computer screens, and hearing and speech to communicate in person; and other physical parameters established by facility supervisors.
- Ability to work varying shifts, including evenings, weekdays and weekends.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receives general supervision from Senior Lifeguard, Pool Manager, Assistant Recreation Supervisor, and/or Aquatics Supervisor.
- 15 years of age or older. Prior experience working with children and the public desired.
- Experience swimming, teaching, or assisting with swim lessons and/or participation in junior lifeguard programs, or equivalent desired.
- Equivalent to completion of the tenth (10th) grade.
- Experience using computer and office equipment and possessing cash handling skills highly desired.
- American Red Cross certifications in Lifeguard Training, First Aid, CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer to be maintained throughout employment (not necessary to apply, will train-to-hire).
- Possession of Water Safety Instructor, or other related certifications is highly desired
- Lifeguard II:
- Possession of a valid American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor (LGI) or Water Safety Instructor (WSI) certification, or equivalent, to be maintained throughout employment.
** Appropriate clearance from background check/fingerprinting if 18 or older
THE COMMUNITY
Located near the east shore of the San Francisco Bay, the City of El Cerrito is an ethnically diverse community offering a high quality of life within one of the nation's most sophisticated and beautiful living areas. With a population of almost 25,000 residents, El Cerrito has the advantage of being centrally located in a major metropolitan area. El Cerrito is an established community with a strong self-identity and a commitment to enhancing the quality of life for its community members.THE DEPARTMENT
The Recreation Department provides a full range of recreational and educational activities for youth and adults, facility rentals, community events, and diverse programs and services to enhance quality of life in El Cerrito. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Work is primarily performed within a public swimming pool environment where stamina is needed to perform moderate to heavy lifting of pool equipment and furniture, or children or adults who may require removal from the pool, and to stay in the pool for prolonged periods of time. Must possess the mobility to stand, stoop, kneel, reach, bend, climb, push and pull materials and equipment, and swim, while wearing an appropriate uniform with protective equipment. Vision and hearing which must be sufficient to see and hear adults and children in crowded and noisy conditions. Must also possess the mobility to work in an office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person or by using a telephone and radio. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or to operate safety equipment. Must possess the ability to swim distances, and dive to pool depths, as determined by testing/certification authorities, and to lift 100 pounds or heavier weights with the use of proper equipment and/or assistance from other staff.
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
Employees work outdoors in a pool environment with wet and slippery conditions and are exposed to variable weather conditions and variable noise levels; may be exposed to chlorine, acids, and other chemicals at aquatics facilities, as well as blood and body fluids while rendering first aid and CPR. Employees may interact with challenging individuals while interpreting and enforcing policies and procedures.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Incumbents are required to wear uniforms; may be required to work varied shifts including early mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays in addition to responding as a Disaster Services Emergency Worker.
Incumbents must be able to pass continuous skill audits, maintain required certifications, and are required to participate in formal rescue skills training and regular staff meetings.
Salary : $20 - $26
