Pool Guard II

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Pool Guard II candidates must apply before taking the performance test. Once applications are approved, candidates will be notified regarding the specific date, time and location.

• Pool Guard II positions oversee the safety of pool patrons by monitoring the pool and deck areas to prevent accidents.
• Explain and enforce facility regulations, policies and procedures.
• Rescue swimmers in distress or in danger of drowning; administer first aid and CPR as needed.
• Receive fees from patrons; assist patrons in aquatic class and activity registration.
• Maintain records and prepare reports; conduct swim and safety instruction; and perform other duties as assigned.

• Eligible benefitted employees originally hired on or after July 10, 2021, will be automatically enrolled in the San Diego City Employees Retirement System (SDCERS).
• Pool Guard II positions are available in full-time (benefitted) and part-time (limited/hourly) employment.
• Pool Guard II employees may be assigned to work on holidays, weekends and evenings.
• Pool Guard II employees MUST be available to work June through August as scheduled with NO vacation leave.
• Pool Guard II employees may be assigned to work at multiple pool sites including portable community pools.
• Pool Guard II employees are required to wear a standard uniform that is prescribed by the Parks and Recreation Department.
• Pool Guard II employees may require knowledge of competitive swimming, water polo and water exercise.
• Prior to employment, all applicants must pass a pass/fail performance test. Should you fail any part of the performance test, only one retest will be permitted on the same test date.
• California State Law requires all persons hired in these positions to retain current certificates in CPR, First Aid and Lifeguard Training and re-qualify as required to retain employment.
• Pool Guard II employees must take and pass a performance test periodically to retain employment.
• In accordance with California Public Resources Code section 5163, all persons holding Pool Guard II positions must get tested for tuberculosis (TB) when hired and every four years thereafter as a condition of continued employment.

AGE: 16 years of age or older.

• Applicants less than age 18 must obtain a work permit prior to starting work.
• Work permits may be obtained through the school system.
• Applicants who are age 17 and are high school graduates, or have passed the CHSPE or GED examination, are not required to have a work permit; however, they must submit a copy of their high school diploma, CHSPE or GED results with their application.

• American Red Cross Lifeguarding/First Aid Certificate.
• American Red Cross CPR/AED for Lifeguard Certificate.
• American Red Cross First Aid for Public Safety Personnel (Title 22) Certificate. Possession of a Lifeguarding/First Aid Certificate is NOT qualifying for this certificate.
• American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor (WSI) Certificate.

• Note:
  
  For information on certificate requirements, check (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). You may also contact Parks and Recreation Department staff at .
• All certificates MUST be valid.
• Proof of current registration (enrollment) in any of the required certificate programs and/or letters from instructors are NOT acceptable.
• Applicants who have completed the required training but have not received their certificate(s) may submit a copy of the American Red Cross Course Record showing successful completion.
• An equivalent certificate from a lifeguard training program must be approved by the California Department of Public Health.

• Experience teaching swimming lessons with an authorized provider.

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