Senior Lifeguard I-IV

Salary : See Position Description

Location : Lakewood, CA

Job Type : Seasonal / Part-Time

Job Number : 2025-34

Department : Recreation & Community Services

Opening Date : 01 / 16 / 2025

Closing Date : Continuous

Description

Limited Term - Seasonal Position, No Benefits

21.81 - $23.83 per hour

This recruitment is open until filled and may close at any time without notice.

The Recreation and Community Services Department is seeking energetic, enthusiastic and responsible candidates to fill part-time seasonal positions. Incumbents will work a varied schedule throughout the period of May 12 - September 28, 2025 (2025 Aquatic Season). Under the direction of the pool manager, the Senior Lifeguard assists in the daily operation of a pool facility and aquatics program. Senior Lifeguards must be at least 18 years of age. This is an at-will position and the incumbent will serve at the pleasure of City Manager or designee.

Please click here for a copy of the recruitment brochure.

Examples of Duties

Duties may include, but are not limited to the following : Assist the pool manager in the daily operation of the pool facility and aquatics program; assume the responsibility of "acting pool manager" in the pool manager's absence; assist in staff training and evaluation; implement Mentor Program; complete and verify money control sheets, attendance logs and swim lesson registration receipts; enforce pool policies and regulations with pool patrons and the general public; perform the duties of a lifeguard or swimming instructor as needed.

Qualifications

Experience : Two years of experience as a Lifeguard and Swim Instructor.

Required Certifications : American Red Cross Lifeguard Training for the Professional Rescuer (Lifeguard / CPR / AED), First Aid for Public Safety Personnel (Title 22), Water Safety Instructor, Bloodborne Pathogens, Oxygen Administration. A Lifeguard Instructor Certification (LGI) must be obtained within 3 months of hire.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities : Knowledge of advanced swimming skills / current rescue techniques; lifeguarding principles; first aid / CPR for professional rescuers; English usage, basic math, appropriate safety precautions and procedures; ability to read and write standard English at a level required for successful job performance; understand and carry out written and oral instructions; interpret, apply and explain pool rules and regulations; communicate effectively orally and in writing; set a positive example for other lifeguards and aquatics personnel to follow, encouraging a positive attitude and high morale among employees; and establish and maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Physical and Mental Demands / Environmental Exposure : Ability to work in outdoor environment with exposure to heat and sun; ability to swim and lift, push and pull to rescue children and adults; ability to hear cries for assistance, splashing and sounds from a distance of 50 yards; ability to see area of responsibility and read charts, thermometers, gauges and reports.

Supplemental Information

SELECTION PROCEDURE : All properly submitted applications will be reviewed and evaluated. Those candidates appearing to have the best qualifications for the position will be invited to participate further in the examination process. The selection process may require a combination of oral interviews and performance evaluations. A written exam and an in-water skill evaluation will be conducted on Saturday, April 12, 2025 at 10 : 00 am at Mayfair Pool . Some candidates will be invited to an additional oral interview. Not all applicants may be tested or interviewed. Selected candidates must submit a certificate documenting that within the last two years he / she has been examined and found to be free of communicable tuberculosis to the Recreation Department by the date of hire. The certificate must be signed by a licensed examining physician or public health agency.

ALL DATES AND TIMES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE

Important Information

The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.

APPLICATION PROCESS : Applications must be filled out completely and clearly show that the qualifications are met. All statements made on the application are subject to investigation and verification. False statements will be cause for disqualification, removal from the Eligible List, or discharge from employment. Resumes may be attached, but will not be accepted in lieu of a standard City application form. All application materials become the property of the City of Lakewood and are not returnable.

COMPENSATION : City employees are paid on a bi-weekly basis, therefore, published monthly salary is for illustration purposes only, rounded to whole dollars. Actual salary is based on hourly rate rounded to four decimal places.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY : The City of Lakewood does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, disability status, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, or other protected class in its employment actions, decisions, policies and practices.

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES : Qualified individuals with disabilities, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, are encouraged to apply for City employment. Those who require a reasonable accommodation to take a test as part of the selection process must make such a request to the Personnel Department, in writing, at least three working days prior to the date of the testing procedure. Individuals requesting accommodation in the testing process will be required to provide documentation of such need.

IMMIGRATION REFORM & CONTROL ACT OF 1986 : In compliance with the Act, all new employees must verify their identity and entitlement to work in the United States by providing required documentation.

FINGERPRINTING : Applicants who are selected for hire are fingerprinted during the pre-placement processing period. All fingerprints will be processed with the Department of Justice to verify criminal records or absence thereof.

RESTRICTIONS ON NEPOTISM : The employment of relatives can create undesirable results, particularly in connection with performance evaluation, discipline, and general morale of other workers. Therefore, it is the city's policy that no relative of any City officer or employee to which this resolution applies shall be employed, if said City officer or employee is in a supervisory, lead or subordinate position over said relative in the areas of hiring, setting compensation, discipline or termination. "Relatives" for this purpose include son, daughter, mother, father, brother, brother-in-law, sister, sister-in-law, son-in-law, daughter-in-law, mother-in-law, father-in-law, aunt, uncle, nephew, niece, stepparent, stepchild, grandparent, grandchild, or persons living in the same household. The City does not prohibit employment of two people who are married to each other or who are the registered domestic partners of each other pursuant to the California Family Code (section 297 et seq.). Nonetheless, the City will not employ spouses or registered domestic partners in the same division or facility in situations where such action is determined to be inappropriate because of reasons of supervision, safety, security or morale.

PHYSICAL EXAMINATION : Employment offers are conditional, based upon the successful completion of a medical examination which includes drug and alcohol screening for safety-sensitive positions. Physicals are performed by the City's designated physician at the City's expense. Candidates are cautioned not to quit their jobs or give notice to their current employer until they are determined to be medically qualified.

TUBERCULOSIS TESTING : Candidates selected to work in a position requiring contact with children must submit a certificate or notice documenting that within the last two years they have been examined and found to be free of communicable tuberculosis. The certificate or notice must be signed by a licensed examining physician or public health agency.

POSSESSION OF A VALID CALIFORNIA DRIVER'S LICENSE : Employees in classifications requiring possession of a valid California driver's license will be enrolled in the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) Government Employer Pull Notice program, which confirms possession of a valid driver's license and reflects the driving record.

LOYALTY OATH OR AFFIRMATION : All City employees are required to sign a loyalty oath or affirmation prior to actual employment.

EMERGENCY SERVICE : All City employees are required to perform assigned Emergency Service duties in the event of an emergency or disaster.

PROBATIONARY PERIOD : Employees appointed to positions in the classified service are required to serve a probationary period of not less than six months. All other employees are considered at-will and serve at the pleasure of the appointing authority.

Part time employees are eligible to participate in the City's alternate retirement plan. The City does not participate in Social Security. Part time employees are not eligible to participate in any other benefit programs except as may be required by law.

For the 2025 Aquatics Season (May 12 to September 28, 2025), please indicate the days and times you are available to work.

Please list any dates you have vacation plans or other commitments during the 2025 Aquatics Season.

Those candidates appearing to have the best qualifications for the position will be invited to participate in an in-water skill evaluation scheduled for Saturday, April 12, 2025 at 10 : 00 a.m. at Mayfair Pool, an additional testing day may become available. If selected, would you be able to attend?

How did you learn about this vacancy?

If you possess a current and valid American Red Cross Lifeguard Training for the Professional Rescuer certification, list the expiration date :

If you possess a current and valid First Aid certification for Public Safety Personnel (Title 22), list the expiration date :

If you possess a current and valid American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor (LGI) certification, list the expiration date :

If you possess a current and valid American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor (WSI) certification, list the expiration date :

Please indicate the computer software applications in which you are proficient.

• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft PowerPoint
• Microsoft Outlook
• Adobe In Design
• ActiveNet
• Other

Do you speak and / or write in any language other than English? If yes, please list language(s).

Indicate your level of experience in conducting swim lessons for the ages of 6 months to 15 years.

Indicate your level of experience in conducting swim lessons for the ages of 6 years and older.

Please describe your swimming experience.

Rate your level of experience in facility supervision and management.

Rate your level of experience in customer service.

Rate your level of experience in opening and closing a facility.

Rate your level of experience in cash handling.

Rate your level of experience in large group / permit supervision.

Rate your level of experience in organizing special events for youth and families.

Rate your level of knowledge and / or experience in adaptive swim lesson.

Rate your level of experience in youth / teen programming for junior lifeguards.

Please describe any additional skills or experience you possess which you feel pertains to the position for which you are applying.

Senior Lifeguards are required to be at least 18 years of age. Will you meet this requirement by the closing date?

Other than a Marijuana conviction over two years old, have you ever been convicted of a criminal offense (felony or misdemeanor) other than a minor traffic citation? (California Health & Safety Code Section 11357 (b) or (c), 11360 (b), 11364, 11365 or 11550)

If you answered yes to the above question, please explain and include date of offense / conviction.

Required Question

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