Pool Lifeguard​/Water Safety Instructor​/Head Lifeguard

Overview

NOW Hiring for Aquatics positions at increased hourly pay rates.
Starting at $17.79 per hour - Make up to $22.17 per hour

The City of San Clemente is hiring for aquatic positions including Pool Lifeguards, Water Safety Instructors, and Head Lifeguards. No experience or certifications are required for Pool Lifeguards, but you must be at least 16 years of age or older
. The City will train and certify in American Red Cross Lifeguard Training. Individuals who already have certifications as well as qualifying experience can be hired at the level of Water Safety Instructor or Head Lifeguard.

Salary: $17.79 - $20.60

Responsibilities include observing and monitoring pool patrons in the pool and surrounding area; performing swim rescues and emergency medical treatment; assisting in the maintenance of facilities and equipment; and performing a variety of technical tasks relative to the assigned area of responsibility.

• Observe swimmers in the pool and the surrounding area; provide emergency response as necessary.
• Perform emergency rescues; perform first-aid measures, including mouth-to-mask resuscitation.
• Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on facilities and equipment, including monitoring chemical balance in pools, backwashing pools, and related functions.
• Assist in registering pool patrons; collect monies; balance and reconcile cash drawer.
• Compile daily, weekly and monthly attendance sheets; maintain records.
• Maintain records on activities and operations; document information in log books.
• Perform a variety of custodial functions around the pool area; vacuum pool, scrub tiles and hose down deck; maintain washrooms and showers.
• Assist in planning and conducting community events, general programs, and facility rentals; set up and take down tables, chairs, and equipment for classes, activities, events, and meetings.
• Provide basic facility maintenance.
• Receive and process payments; input data into the computer; operate the cash register; compute change and issue receipts.

Salary: $18.68 - $21.63

In addition to working as Pool Lifeguards, WSI will organize, lead, and teach swim lessons, specialized aquatic activities, and water exercise classes; supervise the use of swimming pools and facilities; plan and prepare session plans; enforce regulations, look out for accidents and perform swim rescues and/or provide emergency medical treatment; and assist in the maintenance of facilities and equipment.

• Instruct classes; prepare lesson plans; conduct American Red Cross swimming lessons ranging from Parent/Child Aquatics to Learn to Swim Level Six.
• Lead and conduct specialized aquatics programming consistent with City programs.
• Provide safe and enjoyable program activities; communicate progress and assessments to participants and/or parents.
• Proctor City swim evaluations; review swimming techniques and ensure correct level placement.
• Observe swimmers; provide emergency response as necessary; remove hazards to maintain a safe environment.
• Perform emergency rescues; first-aid measures, including mouth-to-mask resuscitation.
• Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on facilities and equipment; monitor chemical balance in pools; assist with cleaning and repair of pool and facilities.
• Maintain attendance and activity records; log book documentation.
• Perform custodial functions; maintain washrooms and showers; assist with setup for events.
• Provide customer service and information to the public, in person and over the phone.
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

Salary: $19.15 - $22.17

In addition to Pool Lifeguarding, Head Lifeguards assist in instruction and supervision of Pool Lifeguards and Water Safety Instructors; plan and administer seasonal aquatics activities; perform swim rescues and emergency medical treatment; assist in maintenance and operations of the facility and equipment.

• Plan, schedule, and instruct swim and safety classes; ensure compliance with American Red Cross guidelines.
• Supervise daily pool operations; maintain records on activities and operations.
• Perform maintenance and repairs on facilities and equipment; monitor chemical balance in pools.
• Supervise lifeguards and instructors; provide additional training as needed for safety.
• Observe swimmers; provide emergency assistance as necessary; perform rescues and first aid.
• Enforce facility policies and safety standards.
• Perform custodial functions; maintain washrooms and showers; assist with setup for events.
• Prepare financial, attendance, and program reports; customer service liaison to the public and City staff.
• Remove hazards from pool area; maintain a safe environment.
• Assist in planning and conducting community events, classes, and rentals; set up and take down tables, chairs, and equipment.
• Provide basic facility maintenance; receive and process payments; operate the cash register; issue receipts.
• Assist with annual cleaning and repair of pool and building.
• Perform related duties as required.