What are the responsibilities and job description for the New Lifeguard Staff 2025 position at City of Santa Clarita, CA?

Salary : $16.00 - $23.42 Hourly

Location : Santa Clarita, CA

Job Type : Part-time / Temporary / Seasonal

Job Number : 2024-12

Department : Recreation and Community Services

Division : Recreation and Community Services

Opening Date : 12 / 02 / 2024

Closing Date : 2 / 22 / 2025 10 : 30 AM Pacific

Description / Duties & Responsibilities

This job posting is intended for new City Lifeguard applicants only. Applicants who have previously worked for the City of Santa Clarita as a Lifeguard should apply to the City's Returning Lifeguard Staff 2025 posting.

The goal of the City of Santa Clarita Aquatics program is to provide safe and enjoyable aquatics experiences that are responsive to the needs of the community. This is done through various programs offered throughout the City's eight pools. The focus of the lifeguard positions will be to effectively provide aquatic programs while maintaining a safe environment.

The maximum hours worked in a week will be dependent on the season. These positions are limited to 999 hours worked in a fiscal year.

New Applicants :

1. Apply no later than Saturday, February 22, 2025, by 10 : 30 a.m. The application must be completed prior to lifeguard testing.

2. The dates and times for swim testing are provided below so applicants can plan their availability accordingly.

3. Complete the mandatory swim test (consisting of a 400-yard swim with a time under 8 minutes) on one of the following days :

Date / Time / Location / Activity :

Saturday, February 1, 2025 from 8 : 30 - 10 : 30 a.m. at the Santa Clarita Aquatic Center for Tryouts / Interviews

Tuesday, February 4, 2025 from 6 : 00 - 8 : 00 p.m. at the Santa Clarita Aquatic Center for Tryouts

Thursday, February 6, 2025 from 6 : 00 - 8 : 00 p.m. at the Santa Clarita Aquatic Center for Interviews

Thursday, February 13, 2025 from 6 : 00 - 8 : 00 p.m. at the Santa Clarita Aquatic Center for Tryouts

Tuesday, February 18, 2025 from 6 : 00 - 8 : 00 p.m. at the Santa Clarita Aquatic Center for Tryouts

Thursday, February 20, 2025 from 3 : 00 - 7 : 00 p.m. at the Santa Clarita Aquatic Center for Interviews

Saturday, February 22, 2025 from 8 : 30 - 10 : 30 a.m. at the Santa Clarita Aquatic Center for Tryouts / Interviews

ALL CANDIDATES UNDER THE AGE OF 18 MUST HAVE A PARENT / GUARDIAN WITH THEM DURING THE SWIM TEST.

Lifeguard testing will take place at the Santa Clarita Aquatic Center, 20850 Centre Pointe Parkway. If you have any questions, please contact Aquatic Center staff at (661) 250-3740.

Lap Swim is open to the public for lifeguard applicants who wish to practice before tryouts. Learn more at

Upon successful completion of the swim test and formal interview, qualifying applicants will be invited to the Lifeguard Candidate Academy. The Lifeguard Candidate Academy is a 60-hour lifeguard training school, which will take place from the end of March through early April. Participation in the Lifeguard Candidate Academy is not a guarantee of employment.

Lifeguard Candidate - $16.50 / hour

Applicants who have completed the swim test and formal interview and are attending the Lifeguard Candidate Academy will be considered "Lifeguard Candidates." Lifeguard candidates will receive compensation for the hours spent training the Lifeguard Candidate Academy.

Education / Experience for Lifeguard Candidate :

Must be at least 16 years old by June 1, 2025
Six months of experience working with youth is highly desirable

Candidates who successfully complete all aspects of the Lifeguard Academy may be offered employment as a Lifeguard I at the end of the Lifeguard Candidate Academy. Participation in the Lifeguard Candidate Academy is not a guarantee of employment as a Lifeguard I.

Lifeguard I - $18.94 - 19.51 / hour

Duties and Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to :

Practicing preventative lifeguarding

Understanding and enforcing pool rules and City policies

Inspecting the pool facility and equipment on routine basis

Maintaining a clean and safe work environment

Ensuring safety onsite and is aware of emergency procedures

Assisting with coaching youth team programs, as assigned

Assisting with programs and special events, as assigned

Attending all trainings

Using City registration software to assist in registering aquatic program participants

Maintaining records of assigned programs

Operating cash register to accept payments for drop-in programs

Organizing first aid equipment

Performing pool chemical readings as needed and recording on paper log

Providing excellent customer service in person and by phone

Recording attendance

Reporting issues to management staff

Teaching American Red Cross (A.R.C.) swimming lessons, if certified

Education / Experience for Lifeguard I :

Must be at least 16 years old

High school diploma or GED equivalent and / or some completion of college courses is desirable

Must successfully pass the City lifeguard swim test and the City Lifeguard Candidate Academy

Must pass lifeguard swim test annually

Six months of experience working with youth is desirable

Certificates and Licenses for Lifeguard I :

Certification in A.R.C. Lifeguarding, First Aid, Adult and Pediatric CPR, AED, and Title 22 : First Aid for First Responders will be provided

Lifeguard II - $20.21 - 20.82 / hour

In addition to Lifeguard I duties, knowledge, abilities, and certification requirements, the Lifeguard II position may include, but is not limited to :

Teaching swimming lessons according to A.R.C. standards

Assisting with maintaining balanced water chemistry

Operating automatic and manual vacuum

Pressure washing assigned areas

Aerating the pool, as needed

Operating pool mechanical system, as needed

Education / Experience for Lifeguard II :

Must be at least 18 years old

High school diploma or GED equivalent and / or some completion of college courses is desirable

One year of experience working with youth is desirable

Certificate and Licenses for Lifeguard II :

Certified as an A.R.C. Water Safety Instructor

Knowledge and Abilities for all Lifeguard positions :

Ability to work flexible hours, including weekdays, weekends, nights, and holidays, as needed

Ability to lift, drag, push, and / or carry at least 25 lbs.

Ability to communicate effectively, tactfully, and positively, both orally and in writing

Ability to organize and prioritize a variety of tasks in an effective and timely manner, for self and others

Creative problem solver; quick learner

Strong customer service skills

Strong work ethic and the ability to work autonomously and within a collaborative team

Ability to demonstrate a high level of ethics, integrity, and professionalism

Ability to make mature decisions in difficult situations

Additional Information

An online completed City application form is required to apply for this position. All employment information must be provided on the application. Providing a resume is not a substitute for completing this section of the application. Applications left incomplete, or with a reference to attachments may be rejected. The selection process will include one or more of the following : written exam, technical knowledge assessment, writing skill assessment, and / or oral interviews that may be conducted in person and / or via video conferencing. Applicants that meet minimum qualifications and are selected for interviews will be required to disclose information regarding criminal convictions. If you require special accommodations to participate in the application / selection process, please notify Human Resources for assistance.

All offers of employment with the City of Santa Clarita are made contingent upon receipt of proof of legal right to work in the United States and successful completion of a post-offer pre-employment physical which may include a drug screen and Physical Abilities Test, negative TB test on file, and Department of Justice fingerprinting. Criminal offender information will be reviewed on an ongoing basis. The City uses the E-Verify program to electronically confirm work authorization of newly hired employees.

In compliance with the California law, positions working with children are required to be mandated child abuse reporters. A mandated reporter is an individual who is obligated by law to report suspected cases of child abuse and neglect.

As a City of Santa Clarita public employee, you may be called upon to work as a Disaster Service Worker (DSW) in the event of an emergency (in accordance with Government Code §§ 3100-3109). Before entering upon the duties of employment, all public employees, except those excluded by law, take and subscribe to an oath or affirmation set forth in the California Constitution, declaring them to be Disaster Service Workers in time of need.

In addition, part-time, temporary, and seasonal (PTS) employees may be required to participate in the DMV Employer Pull-Notice Program. This program authorizes the City to receive a driver record report upon enrollment and during employment.

PTS workers are at-will. Generally, PTS employees are limited to no more than 999 hours.

For more information and to apply online, please visit www.santaclarita.gov.

APPLICATION DEADLINES :

New Applicants : February 22, 2025 by 10 : 30 a.m.

The City of Santa Clarita is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Part-time, temporary, seasonal employees are not eligible for benefits and must participate in ICMA-RC (deferred compensation as a replacement for Social Security).

Will you be at least 16 years old by June 1, 2025?

This application is for new City Lifeguard candidates only. Have you previously worked for the City of Santa Clarita as a Lifeguard?

Do you have experience working with youth? If so, please describe.

Are you a current Water Safety Instructor with proof of certification?

What interests you most about this position?

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