Lifeguard Assistant

Assist general lifeguard programs and additional beach supervision activities hosted by the City of Coronado Beach Lifeguard Division. The role includes supervision of Junior Lifeguard and Surf Awareness programs, beach regulation enforcement, facility maintenance, and general public assistance.

• Provide extra supervision during beach activities and serve as a lifeguard for students in water events for the Junior Lifeguard and Surf Awareness programs.
• Observe swimmers to assist general lifeguard duties.
• Greet and assist the general public, provide information, respond to inquiries and complaints, and direct to appropriate staff.

Experience
:
At least two (2) years in a Junior Lifeguard program, high school program/sport such as water polo or swimming, or equivalent is desirable.

Education/Training
:
Formal or informal education or training ensuring the ability to read and write at a necessary level for job performance.

Licenses and Certificates
:
American Red Cross CPR Professional Rescuer certificate and American Red Cross Emergency Medical Response certificate.

Knowledge of
:
First aid and CPR methods and techniques.

Ability to
:

• Provide general assistance and support to assigned lifeguard programs and activities.
• Set up and take down equipment for programs and events.
• Learn rules and equipment used in various lifeguarding activities.
• Learn methods and techniques of first aid and CPR.
• Learn appropriate safety precautions and procedures within the area of assignment.
• Deal tactfully and effectively with the general public.
• Understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Applicants will be evaluated on relevant training and experience. Qualified candidates will be contacted and invited to participate in a 500-meter swim under ten minutes (pass/fail) and an oral interview (pass/fail). Candidates must pass each section to move on to the next portion of the testing.

Incumbents must perform work in an efficient, effective and timely manner. Duties include swimming, light to moderate lifting, standing, walking or running for prolonged periods of time, vision sufficient to distinguish objects at a distance of no less than 100 yards, work at a public beach exposed to inclement weather and ocean water, and extended hours including evenings and weekends.

The City of Coronado is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). Minorities, women, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Individuals with disabilities who will require reasonable accommodation to participate in any portion of the application, interview, and/or testing process may voluntarily request the accommodation from the City five working days before the requested accommodation. Documentation of the need for the accommodation may be required upon receipt of the request.