Lifeguard- Part-Time, Summer Season

Salary: $17.06 Hourly
Location : El Dorado Hills Community Services District - El Dorado Hills, CA
Job Type: Seasonal - Extra Help
Job Number: 2024-00003
Department: Recreation - General
Opening Date: 01/04/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
Description
We are seeking Lifeguards to be a part of the El Dorado Hills Community Services District which is recognized as the premier park, recreation, and local community services organization with a passion for providing excellent services and facilities and protecting the quality of life and environment of the community.
Lifeguard/Swim Instructor: First Review of applications will be on March 1, 2024.
(We recommend you apply early to be considered)
The District will host an Aquatics Hiring Event on Saturday, March 16, 2024, to interview and assess applicants.
Work hours may include early mornings, weekdays, evenings, and weekends during the months of June- August.
About the Position
The Lifeguard/Swim Instructors will explain and enforce swimming program and pool policies, regulations, and rules. They're also responsible for ensuring the safety of pool patrons and performing rescues and administering first aid as necessary.

• Provides close and continuous monitoring of pool areas to ensure a safe environment; maintains order within the pool and adjacent areas to prevent accidents.
• Observes patrons within the pool and provides guidance on safe swimming practices; performs rescues as needed.
• Implements and enforces District policies, rules, and procedures; follows emergency plans and procedures as established by the District; as needed, elicits assistance from supervisor on enforcement issues.
• Ensures that safety devices and equipment are in good working order, with continuous availability.
• Listens and responds to patrons' needs for assistance or information and provides the public with general information.
• Participates in safety drills and other emergency procedures designed for employee and patron safety.
• Removes and replaces pool covers; tests the temperature, chlorine, and PH values of the pool water; and performs routine pool area maintenance as required.
• Administers basic first aid and adult and/or pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) as necessary.
• Performs basic custodial duties and routine facility maintenance, including repairs and preventative maintenance of the deck, pool, equipment, office, and locker rooms.
• Monitors facility use; opens, closes, and secures building for events and assists in the supervision and preparation of the facility and amenities for patron use; ensures pool area is cleared prior to closing facility.
• Maintains a variety of logs and records relevant to work performed.
• Establishes positive working relationships with representatives of community organizations, state/local agencies and associations, District management, District staff and the public.
• Performs related duties as required.

Typical Qualifications
Education and Experience:
Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:
Licenses and Certifications:

• Possess and maintain valid Lifeguarding, First Aid, CPR and AED for the Professional Rescuer certificate issued by the American Red Cross.
• Possess and maintain valid Title 22 First Aid for Public Safety Personnel issued by the American Red Cross.

Minimum Age Requirement:

• Minimum age requirement is 15 years old prior to start date and possession of a valid work permit.

Knowledge of:

• Principles and techniques of lifeguarding, including rescuer methods as defined by nationally recognized organizations.
• Safety principles and practices, including basic first aid and adult and/or pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) methods.
• Rules and regulations governing conduct at public pool facilities.
• Methods and techniques of facilitating a safe play and work environment for patrons and District staff.
• Operational characteristics of water rescue safety equipment and devices.
• Methods and techniques for the safe handling and use of chemicals.
• Principles and practices of customer service.
• Principles and practices of record keeping.
• Professional English grammar, spelling, vocabulary and punctuation.
• Occupational hazards and standard safety practices.
• Modern office procedures including the use of computers and software applications relevant to the work performed.

Ability to:

• Learn and understand the organization and operation of the aquatics facility.
• Interpret, apply and enforce District policies and procedures within the aquatic facility.
• Work independently while supervising facilities and patrons.
• Maintain readiness to perform water rescues.
• Provide courteous assistance to facility patrons.
• Perform water chemistry tests.
• Use appropriate safety equipment when handling pool chemicals and equipment.
• Meet the physical requirements necessary to safely and effectively perform the assigned duties.
• Handle medical emergencies and injuries in a calm and effective manner, including providing basic first aid and/or adult and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR).
• Maintain facilities and equipment in a clean, safe, and secure manner.
• Perform work in an efficient, effective, safe, and timely manner.
• Work independently and as part of a team.
• Organize, prioritize and follow-up on work assignments
• Demonstrate strong customer service skills.
• Make sound decisions within established guidelines.
• Work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends as business requires.
• Observe and enforce safety principles and work in a safe manner.
• Develop the proper attitudes toward safety and health in self and subordinates and ensure that all operations are performed with the utmost regard for the safety and health of all personnel, individuals, constituents and groups.
• Operate modern office equipment including computers and specialized software applications relevant to work performed.
• Follow written and oral directions.
• Effectively communicate verbally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Supplemental Information
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Work is primarily performed within a public swimming pool environment where stamina is needed to perform moderate to heavy lifting of pool equipment and furniture, as well as children and adults who may need to be lifted from the pool. Must possess the mobility to stand, stoop, reach, bend, climb, and swim, while in swimwear. Must be in good physical condition to stay in water for prolonged periods of time, work in extreme heat and/or cold, and the outdoors. Vision and hearing which must be sufficient to see and hear adults and children in life and/or health safety endangering situations. Must also possess the mobility to work in an office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office and duplicating equipment and cash register. Positions in this classification occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, and push and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information. Must possess the ability to life 150 pounds or heavier weights with the user of proper equipment.
Some of these requirements may be accommodated for otherwise qualified individuals requiring and requesting such accommodations.
ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS
Employees work outdoors and are exposed to variable weather conditions. May be exposed to chlorine, acids, and other chemicals at aquatics facilities, as well as blood and body fluids rendering first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation. Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.
Candidates with a disability who may require special assistance in any phase of the application or testing process should advise the Human Resources Department upon submittal of the application. Documentation of the need for an accommodation must accompany the request. El Dorado Hills Community Services District is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
Prior to hire, candidates will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment process, including employment verification, drug testing, and a Department of Justice (DOJ) fingerprint check. A conviction history will not necessarily disqualify an applicant from appointment; however, failure to disclose a conviction will result in disqualification or termination.
NOTE: The provisions contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.

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