The following information was provided by The City of Laguna Beach
The City of Laguna Beach is seeking responsible and personable individuals to join us in the role of Pool Lifeguard/Swim Instructor! Under the direction of the Aquatics Coordinator, Pool Lifeguard/Swim Instructors instruct swim classes, enforce pool rules and regulations, prevent accidents, perform rescues of persons in distress, and perform facility clean-up and maintenance at the Laguna Beach High School and community pool facility.
When you’ll work:
Summer Schedule
Weekdays: 6:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Weekends: 7:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Off-season Schedule
Weekdays: 6:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. & 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Weekends: 7:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
What you’ll be great at:
Courteous, helpful customer service techniques
Effective communication and collaboration with staff and the general public
Quick thinking while remaining calm in emergency situations
Self-management
Working both independently and with a team
Writing reports to document incidents
Multi-tasking
Apply now to be part of the first review! Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis, with the first review on April 3, 2025.
Examples of Duties
The normal duties for this position can be found in the job description for Swim Instructor/Pool Lifeguard. They are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.
Qualifications
Any combination of education and experience demonstrating the ability to effectively and successfully perform the duties of the position is considered qualifying. A typical combination is as follows:
*Qualified applicants must be at least 15 years of age. Applicants under the age of 18 must have a Work Permit. A work permit is not needed to participate in the interview or swim test.
Experience: Experience as a pool lifeguard/swim instructor, advanced swimming ability, and prior public contact work experience, including working with children is desirable, but not required.
License/Certificate Requirements: A current American Red Cross Certification in Lifeguarding is required. Certification is not required to apply but must be obtained before starting. A Water Safety Instructor certification is highly desirable, but not required.
Candidates can meet the lifeguard certification requirement by finding a class provided by the American Red Cross: www.redcross.org/take-a-class.
Supplemental Information
Application/Selection Process: Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis with a first review date of April 3, 2025. Applications will be screened carefully and selected candidates will be invited to undergo a department interview. The appointed hiring authority will further review the job-related qualifications of those deemed eligible for hire before making selection decisions.
Preplacement Process: A candidate selected for this position must successfully pass a live scan fingerprint check with the State Department of Justice, and obtain certification in lifeguarding from the American Red Cross.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
Candidates can meet the lifeguard certification requirement by finding a class provided by the American Red Cross: www.redcross.org/take-a-class. Alternately, the City of Laguna Beach is hosting a low-cost lifeguard certification class on the following dates:
Saturday, May 10 & Sunday, May 11 from 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
The class has an online portion that takes roughly 8 hours and must be completed before the first day of class Click here: Lifeguard Certification to sign up for the class
Why work for the City of Laguna Beach?
Laguna Beach is a beautiful coastal city located in Orange County, California, with a vibrant art scene and cultural events. With seven miles of City beaches and towering hills with captivating Pacific views, Laguna Beach residents enjoy some of the most stunning landscapes in Southern California. The City of Laguna Beach hosts millions of visitors to its world-famous arts festivals and beautiful beaches. Services provided to its resident population of approximately 23,000 include police, fire, marine safety, recreation, parks, public works, community development, parking, transit, and animal control.
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