Senior Lifeguard

Senior Lifeguard (Part-time)

Come join our City, known as the "City of Arts" and regarded as Orange County's "Capital of Cool"! Senior Lifeguard (Part-time): $23.00 - $27.96 per hour

Under general supervision, this position assists in supervising and conducting the daily operation of the City aquatics program site, including the assistance in the planning and monitoring of aquatic classes and programs; and assists in the training and supervising of pool employees.

An incumbent in this classification patrols the swimming pool and aquatics facility to ensure safe and enjoyable program activities; and completes required department paperwork. Incumbents in this classification may supervise and perform work in the teaching of specific techniques to participants in the aquatics program. Incumbents are responsible for ensuring that the skills which are outlined in the course description are taught; assisting in any required pre-testing program to assign the participants into classes, divisions or ability groups; assisting in curriculum planning; providing safe and enjoyable program activities; evaluating participant progress/performance; and completing required departmental paperwork. Incumbents acts as a direct supervisor to Instructor Lifeguards and are responsible for handling customer service issues with tact. Work is reviewed through regularly scheduled conferences, reports and evaluations.

Year Round: This is a part-time position, working throughout the year. Work schedules vary as needed. As a condition of employment, a Senior Lifeguard must be available for all in-service training, annual training dates and annual fitness performance test. Seasonal: This is a seasonal part-time position, working during the school year (September to May) or the Summer (June to August). Work schedules vary as needed. As a condition of seasonal employment, a Senior Lifeguard must be available for all in-service training, and during the entire season worked. Incumbents will be required to attend the following upcoming training dates: May 26th - May 29th and June 1st - June 6th.

To be considered for employment, the following must be completed:

1. Submit an online application. Applications will be screened for minimum qualifications. Based upon the information presented on the application, a limited number of candidates who possess qualifications most pertinent to the position will be invited to participate in the selection process.
2. Attend In-Water Physical Fitness Testing and Selection Interviews on the date you are scheduled. Participants will be required to sign a Waiver of Liability form. Applicants age 17 and under must bring a waiver signed by a parent or guardian. In-Water Physical Fitness Test components: Tread water for 120 seconds using only the legs. Candidates should place their hands above water. 25 yard dive and approach swim (head up) in 18 seconds or less. Complete a timed event within 90 seconds, without the use of swim goggles: Starting in the water, swim 20 yards. The face may be in or out of the water. Surface dive, feet-first or head-first, to a depth of 7 to 10 feet to retrieve a 10-pound swim brick. Return to the surface and swim 20 yards on their back returning to the starting point, with both hands still holding the object while keeping their face at or near the surface of the water for breaths. Candidates should not swim the distance under water. Exit the water without using a ladder or steps. 200 yard swim in 3 minutes and 30 seconds or less, swim goggles may be used.

Selection Interviews: Applicants who successfully complete the In-Water Physical Fitness Test will be invited to participate in the selection interviews. Interviews will begin after all the fitness testing is complete.

Applicants must possess at least two (2) years of paid or volunteer experience as a pool or beach guard.

Applicants must possess or have the ability to obtain the following certifications:

• American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification, including CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer must be obtained within six (6) weeks from the date of hire.
• American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor.
• First Aid for Public Safety Personnel (Title 22).
• Bloodborne Pathogens Certification.

For applicants that do not currently possess the required certifications, the City may assist you in obtaining them at no cost to you via a City-led certification course. All certifications must be obtained within one (1) year from the date of hire, unless otherwise stated. Additionally, certifications must be maintained throughout employment to remain in the position. Failure to either obtain or maintain certifications may result in disciplinary action, reassignment, or termination.

Desirable Certifications: The following certifications are not required, but are considered highly desirable:

• American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor
• American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor Trainer
• American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor Trainer

Applications must be completed and submitted online. This recruitment will remain open until filled and may close without prior notice, therefore prompt application is encouraged First application review date: Thursday, April 30, 2026 Applications must be completed and submitted online. Candidates are requested to provide specific information on their education and experience as it relates to the position by completing all fields of the application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete. Based upon the information presented on the application, a limited number of candidates who possess qualifications most pertinent to the position will be invited to participate in the selection process. The selection process will include: application review and evaluation, In-Water Physical Fitness Test, and selection interview. Please notify the Human Resources Division 72 hours in advance of the test date if you have a disability which requires accommodation for the testing process. Notifications during this recruitment will be sent by email only (regardless of the notification preference selected during the online application process). Notifications will be sent to the email address that is listed on your online application. All employment offers made by the City are contingent upon establishing proof of a prospective candidate's legal authorization to work in the United States and successfully passing all components of the pre-employment process which may include, but is not limited to: comprehensive background check, criminal history check (Live Scan fingerprint check), reference check, and post-offer medical evaluation (may include drug screen). Note: The provisions of this job bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provisions contained within may be modified or revoked without notice.