Recreation Assistant (Senior Lifeguard)
City of Riverside, California, Missouri, United States, 65018
Recreation Assistant (Senior Lifeguard)
The City of Carlsbad, located in north San Diego County, is home to approximately 115,000 residents and offers a vibrant community with beaches, parks, and world‑class attractions. This role is housed within the Parks & Recreation Department of the Community Services Branch, which manages a wide array of outdoor and indoor recreation facilities throughout the city.
Position Overview Under general supervision, the Recreation Assistant (Senior Lifeguard) will provide full‑time senior instructor and lifeguard services to city aquatic facilities. The incumbent will oversee swimming pool programs, activities, and guest safety, provide aquatic instruction, enforce pool rules, and train part‑time lifeguards. The position requires successful completion of an in‑water skills test and an oral interview.
In‑Water Skills Test
100‑meter swim (1:40 minutes or less)
Swim 25 yards, retrieve a 10lb brick, swim 25 yards, and exit the pool
5‑minute water tread while holding a 10lb brick
Passive submerged victim rescue (14ft depth) with removal
Adult CPR
Key Responsibilities
Assist in planning, coordinating, and monitoring aquatic facility operations and programs to ensure swimmer safety.
Provide lifeguard services and actively monitor swimming pool activities to maintain a safe, healthy, and controlled environment.
Administer artificial respiration or first aid as needed, perform CPR or first aid in emergency situations, and rescue individuals in distress.
Inspect swimming pools to ensure safe and proper operating conditions; conduct chemical tests and apply chemicals as appropriate.
Maintain facility cleanliness and ensure the proper use and storage of pool equipment.
Enforce guest compliance with pool rules, regulations, and policies; report incidents and behavioral issues to the appropriate authority.
Train and provide work direction and guidance to assigned personnel; assist with interviewing, selecting, scheduling, and evaluating staff.
Assist in preparing swimming pools and surrounding areas for aquatic activities.
Assist in planning, organizing, and implementing programs and activities, including classes and events.
Attend and participate in staff meetings related to operations and assigned program activities.
Provide customer service assistance to resolve disputes between guests and address guest concerns related to program activities.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications To perform the essential duties of this classification, an individual must be able to perform the duties described above. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.
Knowledge Of
Philosophy, principles, and practices of aquatic recreation programs.
First aid, cardio‑pulmonary resuscitation (CPR), water rescue, and lifeguarding methods, practices, and techniques.
Health and safety codes, standards, and policies related to pool operations.
Procedures of pool use and basic pool equipment operation and maintenance.
City of Carlsbad policies, rules related to recreational programs, lifeguarding, and general administrative practices and procedures.
Basic instruction and coaching techniques.
Basic supervisory practices.
Ability To
Swim with proficiency and endurance and perform necessary water rescue activities.
Perform first aid and CPR as necessary.
Analyze situations and adapt quickly to provide effective courses of action.
Organize, supervise, coordinate, implement, and evaluate aquatic recreational programs.
Provide necessary administrative support in record keeping and reporting as required.
Communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing.
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Experience & Education Any combination that provides the required knowledge and abilities will qualify. Typical pathways include:
High school diploma or G.E.D.
3+ years of experience with increasing responsibility in the aquatic field.
Experience instructing all levels of the American Red Cross Learn to Swim and Water Safety Program or equivalent.
Experience supervising a staff of five or more lifeguards or aquatic staff (desirable).
Lifeguard Instructor (LGI) certification, with experience teaching Lifeguard courses (desirable).
Aquatic Facility Operator (AFO) or Certified Pool Operator (CPO) certificate (desirable).
Required / License or Certificate
Valid Class C California Driver’s License and verification of insurability.
American Red Cross, YMCA of USA, USLA, or equivalent Lifeguard/First Aid certification.
CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer.
First Aid for Public Safety Personnel (Title 22) or equivalent.
Oxygen Administration certification.
Ability to obtain American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor (WSI) and Lifeguard Instructor (LGI) certifications within six (6) months of hire.
Highly Desired Certificates
American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor (WSI) or equivalent.
American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor (LGI).
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT).
Aquatic Facility Operator (AFO) or Certified Pool Operator (CPO).
Physical Requirements and Environmental Conditions The pool is an outdoor facility exposed to all types of weather conditions. Hours of operation vary by season, with shifts starting as early as 5:00 am and ending as late as 10:00 pm on weekdays and Saturdays, and 6:00 am on Sundays. Incumbents must physically lift and move moderately heavy equipment, attend off‑site meetings, and travel to other aquatic facilities as required.
Benefits
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Flexible Spending Account
Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
Retirement under the CalPERS program (2% @ 62 formula); Classic Members receive 2% @ 60 formula.
Bilingual Pay
11 scheduled holidays and 2 floating holidays
Paid vacation
Computer purchase loan and tuition reimbursement
Additional Information Qualified applicants will be notified only if selected for the interview process. For more details on CalPERS and benefits, see the provided links.
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Position Overview Under general supervision, the Recreation Assistant (Senior Lifeguard) will provide full‑time senior instructor and lifeguard services to city aquatic facilities. The incumbent will oversee swimming pool programs, activities, and guest safety, provide aquatic instruction, enforce pool rules, and train part‑time lifeguards. The position requires successful completion of an in‑water skills test and an oral interview.
In‑Water Skills Test
100‑meter swim (1:40 minutes or less)
Swim 25 yards, retrieve a 10lb brick, swim 25 yards, and exit the pool
5‑minute water tread while holding a 10lb brick
Passive submerged victim rescue (14ft depth) with removal
Adult CPR
Key Responsibilities
Assist in planning, coordinating, and monitoring aquatic facility operations and programs to ensure swimmer safety.
Provide lifeguard services and actively monitor swimming pool activities to maintain a safe, healthy, and controlled environment.
Administer artificial respiration or first aid as needed, perform CPR or first aid in emergency situations, and rescue individuals in distress.
Inspect swimming pools to ensure safe and proper operating conditions; conduct chemical tests and apply chemicals as appropriate.
Maintain facility cleanliness and ensure the proper use and storage of pool equipment.
Enforce guest compliance with pool rules, regulations, and policies; report incidents and behavioral issues to the appropriate authority.
Train and provide work direction and guidance to assigned personnel; assist with interviewing, selecting, scheduling, and evaluating staff.
Assist in preparing swimming pools and surrounding areas for aquatic activities.
Assist in planning, organizing, and implementing programs and activities, including classes and events.
Attend and participate in staff meetings related to operations and assigned program activities.
Provide customer service assistance to resolve disputes between guests and address guest concerns related to program activities.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications To perform the essential duties of this classification, an individual must be able to perform the duties described above. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.
Knowledge Of
Philosophy, principles, and practices of aquatic recreation programs.
First aid, cardio‑pulmonary resuscitation (CPR), water rescue, and lifeguarding methods, practices, and techniques.
Health and safety codes, standards, and policies related to pool operations.
Procedures of pool use and basic pool equipment operation and maintenance.
City of Carlsbad policies, rules related to recreational programs, lifeguarding, and general administrative practices and procedures.
Basic instruction and coaching techniques.
Basic supervisory practices.
Ability To
Swim with proficiency and endurance and perform necessary water rescue activities.
Perform first aid and CPR as necessary.
Analyze situations and adapt quickly to provide effective courses of action.
Organize, supervise, coordinate, implement, and evaluate aquatic recreational programs.
Provide necessary administrative support in record keeping and reporting as required.
Communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing.
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Experience & Education Any combination that provides the required knowledge and abilities will qualify. Typical pathways include:
High school diploma or G.E.D.
3+ years of experience with increasing responsibility in the aquatic field.
Experience instructing all levels of the American Red Cross Learn to Swim and Water Safety Program or equivalent.
Experience supervising a staff of five or more lifeguards or aquatic staff (desirable).
Lifeguard Instructor (LGI) certification, with experience teaching Lifeguard courses (desirable).
Aquatic Facility Operator (AFO) or Certified Pool Operator (CPO) certificate (desirable).
Required / License or Certificate
Valid Class C California Driver’s License and verification of insurability.
American Red Cross, YMCA of USA, USLA, or equivalent Lifeguard/First Aid certification.
CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer.
First Aid for Public Safety Personnel (Title 22) or equivalent.
Oxygen Administration certification.
Ability to obtain American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor (WSI) and Lifeguard Instructor (LGI) certifications within six (6) months of hire.
Highly Desired Certificates
American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor (WSI) or equivalent.
American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor (LGI).
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT).
Aquatic Facility Operator (AFO) or Certified Pool Operator (CPO).
Physical Requirements and Environmental Conditions The pool is an outdoor facility exposed to all types of weather conditions. Hours of operation vary by season, with shifts starting as early as 5:00 am and ending as late as 10:00 pm on weekdays and Saturdays, and 6:00 am on Sundays. Incumbents must physically lift and move moderately heavy equipment, attend off‑site meetings, and travel to other aquatic facilities as required.
Benefits
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Flexible Spending Account
Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
Retirement under the CalPERS program (2% @ 62 formula); Classic Members receive 2% @ 60 formula.
Bilingual Pay
11 scheduled holidays and 2 floating holidays
Paid vacation
Computer purchase loan and tuition reimbursement
Additional Information Qualified applicants will be notified only if selected for the interview process. For more details on CalPERS and benefits, see the provided links.
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