Description/Duties & Responsibilities
This posting is intended for returning employees who have previously worked on the City of Santa Clarita Lifeguard Team only. New lifeguard applicants should apply to the City's New Lifeguard Staff 2025 posting.
The goal of the City of Santa Clarita Aquatics program is to provide safe and enjoyable aquatics experiences that are responsive to the needs of the community. This is done through various programs offered throughout the City’s eight pools. The focus of the lifeguard positions will be to effectively provide aquatic programs while maintaining a safe environment.
The maximum hours worked in a week will be dependent on the season. These positions are limited to 999 hours worked in a fiscal year.
Returning Staff (If you have worked as a Lifeguard for the City before):
1. Apply no later than Monday, December 16, 2024, by 5:00 p.m. The application must be completed prior to swim testing.
2. The dates and times for swim testing are provided below, so applicants may play their availability accordingly.
3. Complete the mandatory swim test (consisting of a 400-yard swim with a time under 8 minutes) on one of the following days:
Date/Time/Location:
Monday, December 16, 2024 from 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. at the Santa Clarita Aquatic Center
Tuesday, December 17, 2024 from 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. at the Santa Clarita Aquatic Center
Wednesday, December 18, 2024 from 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. at the Santa Clarita Aquatic Center
Thursday, December 19, 2024 from 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. at the Santa Clarita Aquatic Center
Friday, December 20, 2024 from 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. at the Santa Clarita Aquatic Center
Saturday, December 21, 2024 from 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. at the Santa Clarita Aquatic Center
Sunday, December 22, 2024 from 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. at the Santa Clarita Aquatic Center
Monday, December 23, 2024 from 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. at the Santa Clarita Aquatic Center
Thursday, December 26, 2024 from 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. at the Santa Clarita Aquatic Center
Friday, December 27, 2024 from 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. at the Santa Clarita Aquatic Center
Saturday, December 28, 2024 from 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. at the Santa Clarita Aquatic Center
ALL CANDIDATES UNDER THE AGE OF 18 MUST HAVE A PARENT/GUARDIAN WITH THEM DURING THE SWIM TEST.
Lifeguard testing will take place at the Santa Clarita Aquatic Center, 20850 Centre Pointe Parkway. If you have any questions, please contact Aquatic Center staff at (661) 250-3740.
Lifeguard I - $18.94 – 19.51/hour
Duties and Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:
• Practicing preventative lifeguarding
• Understanding and enforcing pool rules and City policies
• Inspecting the pool facility and equipment on routine basis
• Maintaining a clean and safe work environment
• Ensuring safety onsite and is aware of emergency procedures
• Assisting with coaching youth team programs, as assigned
• Assisting with programs and special events, as assigned
• Attending all trainings
• Using City registration software to assist in registering aquatic program participants
• Maintaining records of assigned programs
• Operating cash register to accept payments for drop-in programs
• Organizing first aid equipment
• Performing pool chemical readings as needed and recording on paper log
• Providing excellent customer service in person and by phone
• Recording attendance
• Reporting issues to management staff
• Teaching American Red Cross (A.R.C.) swimming lessons, if certified
Education/Experience for Lifeguard I:
• Must be at least 16 years old
• High school diploma or GED equivalent and/or some completion of college courses is desirable
• Must successfully pass the City lifeguard swim test
• Must pass lifeguard swim test annually
• Six months of experience working with youth is desirable
Certificates and Licenses for Lifeguard I:
• Certification in A.R.C. Lifeguarding, First Aid, Adult and Pediatric CPR, AED, and Title 22: First Aid for First Responders will be provided
Lifeguard II - $20.21 – 20.82/hour
In addition to Lifeguard I duties, knowledge, abilities, and certification requirements, the Lifeguard II position may include, but is not limited to:
• Teaching swimming lessons according to A.R.C. standards
• Assisting with maintaining balanced water chemistry
• Operating automatic and manual vacuum
• Pressure washing assigned areas
• Aerating the pool, as needed
• Operating pool mechanical system, as needed
Education/Experience for Lifeguard II:
• Must be at least 18 years old
• High school diploma or GED equivalent and/or some completion of college courses is desirable
• One year of experience working with youth is desirable
Certificate and Licenses for Lifeguard II:
• Certified as an A.R.C. Water Safety Instructor
Lifeguard III - $22.73 – 23.42/hour
In addition to Lifeguard I and II duties, knowledge, abilities, and certification requirements, the Lifeguard III position may include, but is not limited to:
• Assessing participant abilities to ensure proper program placement
• Familiarity with team and/or meet management computer software, which is utilized for swim meets
• Coaching youth team programs, as assigned
• Dispensing medication to participants, as needed
• Operating City vehicle, as needed
• Traveling to competitions/events regionally
Education/Experience for Lifeguard III:
• Must be at least 18 years old
• High school diploma or GED equivalent and/or some completion of college courses is desirable
• One year of experience working with youth and at least one season of experience coaching youth in aquatic sports required
Knowledge and Abilities for all Lifeguard positions:
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekdays, weekends, nights, and holidays, as needed
• Ability to lift, drag, push, and/or carry at least 25 lbs.
• Ability to communicate effectively, tactfully, and positively, both orally and in writing
• Ability to organize and prioritize a variety of tasks in an effective and timely manner, for self and others
• Creative problem solver; quick learner
• Strong customer service skills
• Strong work ethic and the ability to work autonomously and within a collaborative team
• Ability to demonstrate a high level of ethics, integrity, and professionalism
• Ability to make mature decisions in difficult situations
Additional Information
An online completed City application form is required to apply for this position. All employment information must be provided on the application. Providing a resume is not a substitute for completing this section of the application. Applications left incomplete, or with a reference to attachments may be rejected. The selection process will include one or more of the following: written exam, technical knowledge assessment, writing skill assessment, and/or oral interviews that may be conducted in person and/or via video conferencing. Applicants that meet minimum qualifications and are selected for interviews will be required to disclose information regarding criminal convictions. If you require special accommodations to participate in the application/selection process, please notify Human Resources for assistance.
All offers of employment with the City of Santa Clarita are made contingent upon receipt of proof of legal right to work in the United States and successful completion of a post-offer pre-employment physical which may include a drug screen and Physical Abilities Test, negative TB test on file, and Department of Justice fingerprinting. Criminal offender information will be reviewed on an ongoing basis. The City uses the E-Verify program to electronically confirm work authorization of newly hired employees.
In compliance with the California law, positions working with children are required to be mandated child abuse reporters. A mandated reporter is an individual who is obligated by law to report suspected cases of child abuse and neglect.
As a City of Santa Clarita public employee, you may be called upon to work as a Disaster Service Worker (DSW) in the event of an emergency (in accordance with Government Code §§ 3100-3109). Before entering upon the duties of employment, all public employees, except those excluded by law, take and subscribe to an oath or affirmation set forth in the California Constitution, declaring them to be Disaster Service Workers in time of need.
In addition, part-time, temporary, and seasonal (PTS) employees may be required to participate in the DMV Employer Pull-Notice Program. This program authorizes the City to receive a driver record report upon enrollment and during employment.
PTS workers are at-will. Generally, PTS employees are limited to no more than 999 hours.
For more information and to apply online, please visit www.santaclarita.gov.
APPLICATION DEADLINES:
Returning Staff (if you have worked for the City as a Lifeguard before): Monday, December 16, 2024 by 5:00 p.m.
The City of Santa Clarita is an Equal Opportunity Employer