Aquatics Specialist

Salary : $19.63 - $25.76 Hourly

Location : Sacramento, CA

Job Type : Part Time Non-Career

Job Number : 016031-24-YPCE

Department : Youth, Parks & Community Enrichment

Division : Aquatics

Opening Date : 10 / 08 / 2024

Closing Date : 3 / 31 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Pacific

THE POSITION

PART TIME NON-CAREER / SEASONAL

To oversee assigned aquatics program areas, functions, and / or aquatics facilities by developing and providing trainings, scheduling and supervising subordinate employees, ensuring a safe aquatics facility and quality aquatics programs.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

Employees in this classification are non-career. Incumbents can work up to 1040 hours per year.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED AND RECEIVED

Direct supervision is provided by a higher-level position. Responsibilities include the direct supervision of lower-level aquatics personnel.

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 :

• Supervise, evaluate, assign, and train assigned personnel.
• Oversee administrative processes and ensure accuracy of paperwork for assigned program areas and functions (e.g. swim team, cashiers, swim lessons, other aquatics programs).
• Provide staff training for assigned program area or function.
• Provide customer service including email, phone, and in person.
• Conduct year-round certification classes for American Red Cross lifeguarding, CPR, and first aid as assigned.
• Assist in the recruitment and hiring process of seasonal aquatics staff.
• Lead, plan, promote and implement aquatics special events.
• Utilize a computer and computer registration software.
• Verify staff time cards for accuracy and input into electronic payroll system.
• Schedule staff as needed and ensure proper staff scheduling for aquatics program areas / functions and / or aquatics facilities.
• Rescue and resuscitate drowning persons; 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.
• Prepare and maintain all required reports and records.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of :

Ability to :

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION :

Any combination of education and experience that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be :

Education :

None Required.

Experience :

Two seasons or 2.5 months of experience at an aquatics facility as a lifeguard. Two seasons of experience supervising staff preferred.

PROOF OF EDUCATION

Should education be used to qualify for this position, then proof of education such as, but not limited to, university / college transcripts and degrees should be submitted with your application and will be required at the time of appointment. Unofficial documents and / or copies are acceptable.

An applicant with a college degree obtained outside the United States must have education records evaluated by a credentials evaluation service. Evaluation of education records will be due at time of appointment.

SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS :

Age :

Must be 18 years of age at time of appointment.

Certifications :

Possession of all current course completion certificates and completion of trainings as required by current Federal, State, and Local law.

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 :

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 :

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 worked 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 governmentjobs.com applicant inbox.

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 :

Bilingual Pay

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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 :

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 : https : / / www.cityofsacramento.gov / HR / employment

PROOF OF EDUCATION : To qualify for this classification you may use any combination of education and / or experience as listed to provide required knowledge, skills, and abilities.I understand proof of education such as, but not limited to, university / college transcripts and degrees should be submitted with my application and will be required at the time of appointment if I am using education to qualify for this position.Please refer to the City of Sacramento's Proof of Education Requirements (https : / / www.cityofsacramento.gov / HR / employment) for information on accepted documentation.

EDUCATION CONFIRMATION : If I am using education to qualify for this position, I attest I possess or will possess the following level of education by time of appointment if I am selected for this position.

PROOF OF CERTIFICATION : I understand proof of certification, should be submitted with my application and will be required at the time of appointment.

CERTIFICATION CONFIRMATION : I attest I possess or will possess an American Red Cross Lifeguarding / First Aid / CPR and AED certification and an American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor certification by time of appointment if I am selected for this position.

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.

Are you currently certified through the American Red Cross as a Lifeguard?

If you are not currently certified through the American Red Cross as a Lifeguard, please list the date of the class you are planning to take. (If you are certified, please type "N / A".)

Will you be at least 18 years of age on or before May 1, 2025?Applicants who are not at least 18 years of age on or before May 1, 2025 will still be considered, but cannot begin employment until at least 18 years of age.

Which of the following work locations is your 1st choice?

Which of the following work locations is your 2nd choice?

Which of the following work locations is your 3rd choice?

Are you interested in being a Swim Coach?

Are you interested in being a Water Aerobics Instructor?

Are you interested in being a Junior Lifeguard Instructor?

Please select the day(s) of the week that you are not available to work due to other obligations, such as summer school or 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.")

Required Question

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