Lifeguard ; Temporary

this entry level seasonal position is perfect for swimmers who enjoy the water and want to take their passion as an aquatic professional to the next level as a certified lifeguard. Lifeguards will provide a safe and welcoming experience by patron education and injury prevention. Lifeguards will be part of the aquatic safety team with duties to prevent, recognize and respond to aquatic emergencies.

Duties also include: providing care for breathing emergencies, cardiac emergencies and sudden illnesses.

important candidate characteristics include but not limited to: proficient swimmer, positive, mature, reliable, professional, courteous and consistent.

will provide american red cross lifeguard training for candidates hired on.

examples of duties: under general supervision, will assist in organizing, directing and implementing swim classes and recreational swim programs. Will instruct swim classes, lifeguard, supervise pool deck; do light office and locker room maintenance duties.

• must have current first aid and cpr certificate, lifeguard training certification (or be currently enrolled in a class prior to employment with a projected completion date to receive a certificate).
• should be 16 by may 30th, and have experience in aquatics such as: swim team, lifeguarding, formal lessons, swim instructor or demonstrate a good knowledge of competitive and lifesaving strokes.

supplemental information: prior to appointment to the position of lifeguard i, a medical examination and department of justice livescan fingerprinting will be required.

the city of watsonville is an equal opportunity employer and encourages workplace diversity. The city of watsonville is committed to compliance with the americans with disabilities act by including people with disabilities in all of its programs and activities.

note: this announcement does not constitute a contract, expressed or implied, and any provisions contained in this bulletin may be modified or revised without notice.