Lead Lifeguard

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A salary increase for this classification is under review and will be approved pending City Council approval.

Do you have a passion for aquatic activities and serving your community? Are you seeking an opportunity to contribute to a team focused on delivering fun activities, learning experiences, and a safe environment for the community? If this describes you, then the City of La Mesa Department of Parks and Recreation wants you to apply for the position of Lead Lifeguard.

This is an at‑will position and requires availability to work shifts beginning at 5:30 a.m., some weekends and/or holidays, and occasional split shifts. The Lead Lifeguard may work 20-30 hours per week (not to exceed 950 hours per fiscal year – July 1 to June 30). The pool is closed for maintenance between Thanksgiving and January 1st of each year.

• Instruct and lead the work of subordinate lifeguards; assist in the evaluation of subordinate staff.
• Lead and participate in the implementation of aquatics programs.
• Help train and instruct new and less experienced employees in proper work methods, tools, equipment and safety precautions; provide technical assistance to staff.
• Perform primary or secondary lifeguard duties during pool hours and at all events, including swimming instruction; observe and supervise activities of swimmers in the pool and the surrounding area; enforce applicable pool rules and regulations; ensure safety of pool areas.
• Inspect facilities for safe operation and compliance with various City, state and other government codes.
• Rescue persons in distress or in danger of drowning; provide emergency response as necessary including providing first aid and CPR.
• Participate in facilities clean‑up and maintenance; remove and replace pool covers; test and monitor water chemistry and temperature; adjust as appropriate; monitor operation of pumps, filters and other equipment.
• Respond to questions and inquiries from the public regarding pool regulations, use of facilities and various aquatic programs offered; respond to patron complaints.
• Open and close pool and related facilities.
• Register the public for swim classes; maintain a variety of records and reports.
• Supervise collection of pool fees, make bank deposits, help with the collection and accounting of daily cash receipts; complete cash reports; and other office work as assigned.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with co‑workers, other City employees and the public using principles of good customer service.
• Communicate with Recreation Supervisor on a daily basis regarding issues with staff, rental groups or lessons; communicate customer comments, facility issues, policy changes or other important information as appropriate to Recreation Supervisor; report any pool closures to Recreation Supervisor immediately after the occurrence; report any pump room or mechanical problems to the Recreation Supervisor upon discovery.
• Provide and collect feedback regarding aquatics programming and facility policies.
• Perform related duties as required.

• Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade supplemented by specialized training in lifeguard services, water safety or a related field.
• At least two (2) seasons of performing increasingly responsible lifeguarding experience at a municipal pool facility or equivalent setting.
• At least one (1) season of water safety or swimming instruction experience.
• Lead/supervisory experience is desirable.

• Possession of a current Water Safety Instructor’s Certificate.
• Possession of a current “CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer” Certificate or equivalent.
• Possession of a current First Aid Certificate.
• Possession of a current Lifeguard Certificate.
• Possession of a current “First Aid for Public Safety Personnel (Title 22)” Certificate within six (6) months of hire.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license.

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