Lifeguard

About the Department

Position Duties

• Incumbent will work under close supervision of Pool Manager and Assistant Pool Manager.

Minimum Qualifications

• Conducts beginning through advance swimming classes; lifesaving classes. Explains and demonstrates safe and proper techniques. Prepares daily lesson plans, materials, equipment and supplies. Tests and evaluates skill level of participants. Maintains records on attendance and participants. Prepares written reports, evaluating the instruction programs and recommending improvements. Inventories and cleans aquatic equipment. Attends in-service training and performs related duties as required.

Other Qualifications

• Experience: Must have completed advanced lifesaving courses stated in minimum qualifications. Certifications: Possession of or the ability to obtain valid and current Lifeguard, CPR/AED and First Aid certifications no later than the time of hire. Candidates may be required to pass a physical agility swim test as part of the selection process. The test may include the following components: All candidates must pass the physical agility swim test (Swim 300 yards continuously, using freestyle and the breaststroke; Surface dive 7-10 feet and retrieve a 10-pound object. Tread water for 2 minutes; Exit pool without using a ladder). MANDATORY ORIENTATION: TO BE DETERMINED Knowledge of: Lifesaving techniques; advance swimming strokes and techniques; methods of aquatics and safety instruction. Ability to: Perform lifesaving techniques; effectively perform and instruct participants in advance level swimming strokes; diving techniques, work with and evaluate individuals of various ages and skill levels; maintain and prepare class materials and equipment; establish and maintain cooperative working relations with other staff and the public. The ability to speak Spanish is desirable, but not required. Age: 15 years of age and older. APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCEDURE: All Completed applications will be reviewed and those considered most qualified will be invited to participate in an appraisal interview. Prior to employment, all candidates must provide proof of both valid and current Lifeguard Training, CPR and First Aid certificates. Official sealed documentation required upon successful completion of aforementioned training courses. APPOINTMENT: All employment offers are conditional based upon the successful completion of a medical examination, which may include a drug screening, reference and background check. All new employees are required to take a loyalty oath. The City of Compton does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, nation origin, sex, religion, age or disability in employment or the provision of services. Applicants with disabilities who require special testing arrangements must give advance notice to the Human Resources Department prior to the final filing date. Veterans Preference: In all entrance examinations (open-competitive only) for positions in the Classified Service, veterans who served in the armed forces of the United States during time(s) of war, and who attain an overall passing score in the examination, are allowed additional preferential credit in accordance with the Personnel Rules and Regulations. In order to claim veterans' credit, the applicant must submit proof of service and honorable discharge (showing specific dates of service) on a U.S. Military form (DD-214) at the time of application or not later than the final filing date for the examination.