Aquatics Specialist - Lifeguard/Swim Instructor Job Lompoc area,California USA,Sports/Fitness/Wellness

Overview

THIS RECRUITMENT IS TO ESTABLISH AN ELIGIBILITY LIST FOR A CURRENT BUDGETED FULL-TIME VACANCY. Interested applicants must submit on-line application -- NO paper applications will be accepted.

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The City reserves the right to stop accepting applications prior to the posted deadline if sufficient numbers of qualified applications are received. Therefore, applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible. The recruitment is officially closed once it has been removed from the City s website.

Class Characteristics

Under general supervision, to maintain safe swimming conditions in the pool, deck, and surrounding areas; to organize and instruct swim classes; create a safe and positive atmosphere that promotes safety in accordance with the Lompoc Aquatic Center regulations, policies, and procedures; ensure the safety of facility patrons by preventing and responding to emergencies; provide direct leadership, instruction, and motivation for students in swim classes;

and perform related work as required.

Incumbents work a flexible schedule, including some evenings, weekends, and holidays as necessary. Incumbent receives direction from and is responsible to the assigned Recreation Supervisor for day-to-day operations.

Examination Process

Based upon screening of the City application, résumé, and responses to supplemental questions, applicants whose qualifications best meet the requirements of the position will be invited to the examination process. This process may include but is not limited to, panel interview, which consists of an evaluation of some of the essential knowledge, skills, abilities, and job-related experience listed below. Those candidates who pass the examination process are placed on an eligibility list from which the final selection will be made.

Selection

Process

As authorized by City policy, applicants being considered for hire in this position are subject to fingerprinting for purposes of investigating criminal history background, as part of the employment screening process. Appointment is subject to successful completion of a pre-employment medical examination (based upon job-related physical standards) by a City-designated physician.

Failure in any one part of the examination or selection processes will disqualify a candidate from further consideration.

Duties

The following duties are typical of this position. Incumbents may not perform all of the duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.

Maintains active surveillance of the poolarea.

Knows and reviews all emergency procedures and recognizes and responds to emergency situations immediately in accordance with facility regulations, policies,and procedures; completes related reports as required.

Knows, understands, and consistently applies safety rules, policies, and guidelines for the pool and aquatic area.

Maintains accurate records and completes reports as required by the Aquatic Center and/or the state health department code.

Performs equipment checks and ensures appropriate equipment is available as needed.

Checks the pool for hazardous conditions when arriving.

Performs chemical testing when not lifeguarding, as required, and takes appropriate action.

Instructs swimming lessons in accordance with the Aquatic Center guidelines, having prepared lesson plans accordingly, and supports program participants in achieving their goals.

Maintains a level of professionalism and develops positive relationships with program participants and colleagues; encourages parent, guardian, or caregiver involvement.

Conveys information on aquatics programs and schedules and as appropriate refers program participants and families to other programs offered at the facility.

Maintains records as required (i.e. attendance, progress reports).

Prepares and puts away appropriate equipment for each class; keeps equipment organized; reports damaged equipment to supervisor.

Assists Recreation Supervisor in scheduling part-time lifeguard, slide dispatcher, swim Instructor, pool clerk staff.

Assists in training and developing, and directing lifeguard, slide dispatcher, swim instructor, and pool clerk staff. Performs the duties of a Head Lifeguard, as needed.

Assists other aquatic staff in emergency situations.

Attends all staff meetings and in-servicetrainings. Assists the Recreation Supervisor and Head Lifeguards in conducting in-service trainings.

Assists in performing cleaning services of the pool and other assigned areas.

Maintains a level of professionalism and models customer service skills when interacting with patrons and program participants.

Assists in Parks and Recreation Division activities and special events.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Note: If you are unable to perform the essential functions of the…


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Aquatics Specialist - Lifeguard​/Swim Instructor

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