Part-Time Lifeguard

POSITION

This position serves as a Lifeguard in the Los Alamitos Recreation and Community Services Department and performs pool lifeguard skills during swim lessons, recreation swim periods, and lap swim. Approximately (10-40) hours per week depending on season/program with a varied schedule, including evenings, weekends, and selected holidays for City events or programs. There are currently several openings for this position.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Think independently and problem‑solve with minimal supervision and communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Maintain the water, deck, bleachers, building, offices and equipment at the pool for cleanliness, safety and appropriate usage. Perform all duties of a lifeguard and assist water‑safety instructor including enforcing pool policies and regulations with pool patrons and the general public. Oversee aquatics facility including water quality, temperature, general pool maintenance, and safety and cleanliness of the facility; communicate with contracted pool maintenance companies, City staff and partnering agency staff. Ability to handle all emergency situations effectively and administer first aid, CPR, AED and rescues as necessary. Conveys and communicates program and facility objectives, acts as a customer service liaison and diffuses patron concerns with the general public, school district personnel and City staff. Performs routine reception duties including telephone support and related customer services activities. Ability to adjust work schedule based on the ever‑changing needs of the facility and programming including evenings, weekends and holidays and attend all necessary meetings and trainings. Communicate effectively verbally to participants, parents and community members. Effectively communicate verbally and in writing to supervisor, staff and participants. Be enthusiastic and maintain a high level of customer service. Be able to lift over their head, twist & turn a minimum of 20 pounds. Be able to stand for a long period of time either indoors or outdoors. Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

This position is open to all candidates who meet the following minimum qualifications: Must possess current American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification by first day of employment. If under 18, must have a valid permit to work. Must have access to reliable transportation to and from work. Experience in aquatics, recreation, and/or other related areas is desirable.

DESIRABLE EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

Currently attending or graduated from high school. College coursework with a major in recreation or similar field is preferred. Experience working with aquatics or swimming preferred. Knowledge and understanding of current American Red Cross Lifeguard requirements. Ability to pass an in‑water demonstration of aquatics and lifeguard skills. Past experience and enjoyment of working with people of all ages and ability to be flexible, energetic, outgoing, creative. Strong communication skills to direct staff and maintain a cooperative and friendly working relationship with employees, and the general public. Preferred: a dynamic and enthusiastic personality with the ability to motivate staff and youth. Be able to work with people of all ages (youth, teens, adults, older adults). Effectively handle emergency and/or stressful situations. Have basic knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Publisher, etc.). Certification in First Aid, CPR, AED required upon hire or within four weeks of hiring.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS

The physical and mental demands herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential job functions. Mental Function: Includes reading, writing, mathematical computations, operating a computer, problem solving, managing multiple projects, calmly handling complaints and problems from irate employees, citizens, or contractors, and decision making under stressful conditions. Productivity: The position must perform work in an efficient, effective and timely manner with minimal direction. Mobility: The position requires sufficient mobility to work in an office setting and operate office equipment. The position may require light lifting and carrying, filing documents (minimum of 25 pounds) in various locations and at various heights, and sitting, standing, walking, remaining seated, and working at a video display terminal for prolonged periods. This position works outdoors at events and may carry equipment (minimum 35 pounds). Vision: Vision sufficient to read small print, computer screens, and printed documents, and to operate assigned equipment. Hearing: The position is required to hear in the normal audio range with or without correction. Environment: The position works in an office environment with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions, and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances. Other Factors: The position may be required to work extended hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. The position may require the use of a personal vehicle during employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr Los Alamitos, City of (CA)