City of Sacramento, CA
Lifeguard
City of Sacramento, CA, Sacramento, California, United States, 95828
Salary:
$18.50 Hourly
Location :
Sacramento, CA
Job Type:
Part Time Non-Career
Job Number:
009013-24-YPCE-2
Department:
Youth, Parks & Community Enrichment
Division:
Aquatics
Opening Date:
10/03/2024
Closing Date:
3/31/2025 11:59 PM Pacific
THE POSITION
NON-CAREER PART-TIME/SEASONAL
DEFINITION
To supervise the pool, water, decks, and ancillary areas of an aquatic facility; ensure safety through accident prevention, first aid, and rescue techniques; enforce rules and regulations, prevent accidents, and render and effect swimming rescues; instruct and supervise aquatic classes and activities.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Direct supervision is provided by a Pool Manager. This position does not supervise.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all the listed duties and/or may be required to perform related duties as needed.
Maintain constant surveillance as assigned to safeguard swimmers from drowning and other accidents.Rescue and resuscitate drowning persons.Rescue and aid persons affected by life threatening injuries.Enforce facility rules, regulations, and procedures; take appropriate action to prevent dangerous situations and accidents.Render care in the latest American Red Cross techniques in water safety, lifeguarding, first aid, and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (C.P.R.) to persons in need of assistance.Direct and instruct water oriented classes such as swim lessons, swim team, junior guard, and water aerobics. Write lesson plans and assist in the planning, promoting, and organizing of programs.Maintain records and reports.Perform maintenance related duties as required.Perform related duties as assigned.QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
Current and preventative lifeguarding techniques.Rules and regulations of an aquatic facility.Swimming rescue techniques, C.P.R., and first aid.Instruction techniques and materials related to aquatic activities.Ability to:
Swim with proficiency and endurance.Maintain lifeguard certification.Prevent accidents and effect rescues.Enforce the rules and regulations of an aquatic facility.Perform swimming rescues, C.P.R., and first aid.Establish and maintain effective relationships with other employees and the public.Follow oral and written instructions.Prepare, read, and write various reports.Instruct students in a variety of aquatic oriented skill level classes.EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Education:
None required.
Experience:
None required.
SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS
Age:
Must be 15 years of age at time of appointment.
Certification:
Possession of a current course completion certificate as required by current Federal, State, and Local law.
Completion of American Red Cross Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR and AED certification by time of appointment.PROOF OF CERTIFICATION
Proof of the required certificate and/or license should be submitted with your application and will be required at the time of appointment. Unofficial documents and/or copies are acceptable.
If considered for appointment, candidates must:Pass a physical, criminal background check, and drug test.Pass a tuberculosis screening test.Training:
This position is designated as a Mandatory Reporter; completion of Mandatory Reporter training is required within two weeks of appointment.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK CONDITIONS:
The conditions herein are typically required of an incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.
Physical Requirements:
Must have the ability to walk, start, and stop frequently; run and swim frequently; perform simple and power grasping; verbal and hearing skills to effectively communicate with participants and staff; visual acuity to read and record documents and make observations. Must be able to spend prolonged periods of time in pool mater; must maintain the physical ability required to pass the American Red Cross Lifeguard certification; intermittently, lift, carry or move equipment of 20 pounds or less.
Environmental Conditions:
Work may be performed outdoors with exposure to heat, often over 100 degrees, sun, noise, dust, and pollens and pool chemicals
Work Conditions:
This position requires work to be performed various hours including early morning, day, evenings and weekends.
THE SELECTION PROCEDURE
Please note, the City of Sacramento's preferred method of communication with applicants is via e-mail. As such, please ensure you verify the e-mail address on your application, and check your e-mail frequently, including your spam and junk folders. All e-mail notifications can also be accessed through the governmentjobs.com applicant inbox.
1. Application: (Pass/Fail) - All applicants must complete and submit online a City of Sacramento employment application by the final filing deadline;
Employment applications must be submitted online; paper applications will not be accepted.Employment applications will be considered incomplete and will be disqualified:If applicants do not list current and past job-related experience in the duties area of the "Work Experience" section. Note: Qualifying experience is based on full-time experience (40 hours per week). Qualifying experience is calculated to the full-time equivalent (pro-rated if less than 40 hours/week).If "see resume" is noted in the "Work Experience" section; a resume will not substitute for the information required in the "Work Experience" section.Proof of certification and/or license should be submitted online with your application. Proof of certification and/or license will be required at time of appointment.Position/job titles will not be considered in determining eligibility for meeting the minimum qualifications for this position.Supplemental documents such as resume, cover letter, and proof of education are highly preferred and recommended at the time of application submission. Documents should be submitted to the City of Sacramento Employment Office as attachment(s) via online with the employment application or emailed to employment@cityofsacramento.org. If submitting via email, please include your name and Job #009013-24-YPCE-2 on your documents.2. Supplemental Questionnaire: (Pass/Fail) - In addition to the City of Sacramento employment application, all applicants must complete and submit online responses to the supplemental questionnaire to the City of Sacramento Employment Office by the final filing deadline;
Responses to the supplemental questionnaire must be submitted online; paper questionnaire will not be accepted.Incomplete supplemental questionnaire will not pass the review process; omitted information cannot be considered or assumed.A resume will not substitute for the information required in the supplemental questionnaire.3. Screening Committee: (Pass/Fail) - All applications received by the final filing deadline will be forwarded to the hiring department for review. The hiring department will select the most competitive applications for further consideration. Human Resources will only evaluate employment applications for the minimum qualifications, as stated on the job announcement, for applications selected by the hiring department.
4. Hiring Interview: Those candidates determined to be the MOST QUALIFIED will be invited to participate in an interview process coordinated by the hiring department. There will be no eligible list established, as positions will be seasonal and/or part-time. A hiring interview is not guaranteed.
5. Conditional Hire: Upon receipt of a conditional offer, the selected candidate must complete and pass LiveScan/fingerprinting. If applicable, candidates may also need to pass a pre-employment medical exam, controlled substance and/or alcohol test, and possess any required licensure or certification prior to receiving a start date from the Department. Failure to meet these prerequisites will be grounds for withdrawal of your conditional offer of employment.
QUESTIONS:For questions concerning this job announcement and the application process:
Please visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/Home/ApplicationGuide for a comprehensive, step-by-step guide to the application process.For technical support between 6 AM - 5 PM PT, contact Live Application Support at 855-524-5627.Visit the City of Sacramento Human Resources Department website at https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/HR/employment;Send an email to employment@cityofsacramento.org; orCall the Human Resources Department at (916) 808-5726
Bilingual PayDid you know that the City offers bilingual pay? That's right, most labor agreements offer the option of providing employees with bilingual pay if the department deems it to be operationally necessary.
Pension Reform ActThe City of Sacramento is covered by the California Public Employees' Retirement System, and as such, must adhere to the California Public Employee's Pension Reform Act (PEPRA) of 2013. Please note that the provisions within this act may affect or impact an applicant's eligibility and/or selection for open vacancies at the City of Sacramento.
Equal Opportunity EmployerThe City of Sacramento is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.
Additional InformationCivil Service Rules:
Union Contracts:
Salary Schedule:
01
APPLICATION : I understand my application must meet the minimum qualifications for consideration of employment with the City of Sacramento. The experience I list in the duties area of the "Work Experience" section of the employment application will be used to determine if I meet the minimum qualifications as stated on the job announcement. A resume, responses to the supplemental questions requiring a narrative response, employment history listed elsewhere in the application or attachments will not substitute for the information required in the "Work Experience" section of the employment application. Position/job titles will not be considered in determining eligibility for meeting the minimum qualifications for this position. Note: Qualifying experience is based on full-time experience (40 hours per week). Qualifying experience is calculated to the full-time equivalent (pro-rated if less than 40 hours/week).Please refer to the City of Sacramento's Applicant Resources Page for Screening Instructions: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/HR/employment
Yes
02
PROOF OF CERTIFICATION:
I understand proof of certification, should be submitted with my application and
will be required at the time of appointment.
Yes
03
CERTIFICATION CONFIRMATION:
I attest I possess or will possess an American Red Cross Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR and AED certification by time of appointment if I am selected for this position.
YesNo
04
SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE : The answers to the questions below will be reviewed by the hiring department along with the information provided in your employment application. Therefore, your answers must be consistent with your employment application information (especially in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections), must be unambiguous, and must contain sufficient but concise detail and organization. A resume will not be accepted in lieu of completing this Supplemental Questionnaire. Lack of clarity, incomplete or inconsistent information, and/or disorganized presentation may negatively affect the hiring department's review of your Supplemental Questionnaire.
I understand and agree to the above instructions.
Yes
05
Are you currently certified through the American Red Cross as a Lifeguard?
Yes, I am certified as a Lifeguard through the American Red Cross, and my certification will not expire on or before September 30, 2025.Yes, I am certified as a Lifeguard through the American Red Cross, but my certification will expire on or before September 30, 2025.No, I am not currently certified as a Lifeguard through the American Red Cross.
06
Which of the following work locations is your 1st choice?
Cabrillo PoolClunie PoolDoyle PoolGlenn Hall PoolJohnston PoolMangan PoolMcClathy PoolNorth Natomas PoolOki PoolPannell Meadowview PoolGeorge Sim PoolSouthside PoolTahoe Park Pool
07
Which of the following work locations is your 2nd choice?
Cabrillo PoolClunie PoolDoyle PoolGlenn Hall PoolJohnston PoolMangan PoolMcClathy PoolNorth Natomas PoolOki PoolPannell Meadowview PoolGeorge Sim PoolSouthside PoolTahoe Park Pool
08
Which of the following work locations is your 3rd choice?
Cabrillo PoolClunie PoolDoyle PoolGlenn Hall PoolJohnston PoolMangan PoolMcClathy PoolNorth Natomas PoolOki PoolPannell Meadowview PoolGeorge Sim PoolSouthside PoolTahoe Park Pool
09
Are you interested in being a Swim Coach?
YesNo
10
Are you interested in being a Water Aerobics Instructor?
YesNo
11
Are you interested in being a Junior Lifeguard Instructor?
YesNo
12
Please select the day(s) of the week that you
are not
available to work due to other obligations, such as sports. (If you are available to work any day of the week, please select "N/A - I am available to work any day of the week.")
N/A - I am available to work any day of the week.MondaysTuesdaysWednesdaysThursdaysFridaysSaturdaysSundays
Required Question
$18.50 Hourly
Location :
Sacramento, CA
Job Type:
Part Time Non-Career
Job Number:
009013-24-YPCE-2
Department:
Youth, Parks & Community Enrichment
Division:
Aquatics
Opening Date:
10/03/2024
Closing Date:
3/31/2025 11:59 PM Pacific
THE POSITION
NON-CAREER PART-TIME/SEASONAL
DEFINITION
To supervise the pool, water, decks, and ancillary areas of an aquatic facility; ensure safety through accident prevention, first aid, and rescue techniques; enforce rules and regulations, prevent accidents, and render and effect swimming rescues; instruct and supervise aquatic classes and activities.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Direct supervision is provided by a Pool Manager. This position does not supervise.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all the listed duties and/or may be required to perform related duties as needed.
Maintain constant surveillance as assigned to safeguard swimmers from drowning and other accidents.Rescue and resuscitate drowning persons.Rescue and aid persons affected by life threatening injuries.Enforce facility rules, regulations, and procedures; take appropriate action to prevent dangerous situations and accidents.Render care in the latest American Red Cross techniques in water safety, lifeguarding, first aid, and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (C.P.R.) to persons in need of assistance.Direct and instruct water oriented classes such as swim lessons, swim team, junior guard, and water aerobics. Write lesson plans and assist in the planning, promoting, and organizing of programs.Maintain records and reports.Perform maintenance related duties as required.Perform related duties as assigned.QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
Current and preventative lifeguarding techniques.Rules and regulations of an aquatic facility.Swimming rescue techniques, C.P.R., and first aid.Instruction techniques and materials related to aquatic activities.Ability to:
Swim with proficiency and endurance.Maintain lifeguard certification.Prevent accidents and effect rescues.Enforce the rules and regulations of an aquatic facility.Perform swimming rescues, C.P.R., and first aid.Establish and maintain effective relationships with other employees and the public.Follow oral and written instructions.Prepare, read, and write various reports.Instruct students in a variety of aquatic oriented skill level classes.EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Education:
None required.
Experience:
None required.
SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS
Age:
Must be 15 years of age at time of appointment.
Certification:
Possession of a current course completion certificate as required by current Federal, State, and Local law.
Completion of American Red Cross Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR and AED certification by time of appointment.PROOF OF CERTIFICATION
Proof of the required certificate and/or license should be submitted with your application and will be required at the time of appointment. Unofficial documents and/or copies are acceptable.
If considered for appointment, candidates must:Pass a physical, criminal background check, and drug test.Pass a tuberculosis screening test.Training:
This position is designated as a Mandatory Reporter; completion of Mandatory Reporter training is required within two weeks of appointment.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK CONDITIONS:
The conditions herein are typically required of an incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.
Physical Requirements:
Must have the ability to walk, start, and stop frequently; run and swim frequently; perform simple and power grasping; verbal and hearing skills to effectively communicate with participants and staff; visual acuity to read and record documents and make observations. Must be able to spend prolonged periods of time in pool mater; must maintain the physical ability required to pass the American Red Cross Lifeguard certification; intermittently, lift, carry or move equipment of 20 pounds or less.
Environmental Conditions:
Work may be performed outdoors with exposure to heat, often over 100 degrees, sun, noise, dust, and pollens and pool chemicals
Work Conditions:
This position requires work to be performed various hours including early morning, day, evenings and weekends.
THE SELECTION PROCEDURE
Please note, the City of Sacramento's preferred method of communication with applicants is via e-mail. As such, please ensure you verify the e-mail address on your application, and check your e-mail frequently, including your spam and junk folders. All e-mail notifications can also be accessed through the governmentjobs.com applicant inbox.
1. Application: (Pass/Fail) - All applicants must complete and submit online a City of Sacramento employment application by the final filing deadline;
Employment applications must be submitted online; paper applications will not be accepted.Employment applications will be considered incomplete and will be disqualified:If applicants do not list current and past job-related experience in the duties area of the "Work Experience" section. Note: Qualifying experience is based on full-time experience (40 hours per week). Qualifying experience is calculated to the full-time equivalent (pro-rated if less than 40 hours/week).If "see resume" is noted in the "Work Experience" section; a resume will not substitute for the information required in the "Work Experience" section.Proof of certification and/or license should be submitted online with your application. Proof of certification and/or license will be required at time of appointment.Position/job titles will not be considered in determining eligibility for meeting the minimum qualifications for this position.Supplemental documents such as resume, cover letter, and proof of education are highly preferred and recommended at the time of application submission. Documents should be submitted to the City of Sacramento Employment Office as attachment(s) via online with the employment application or emailed to employment@cityofsacramento.org. If submitting via email, please include your name and Job #009013-24-YPCE-2 on your documents.2. Supplemental Questionnaire: (Pass/Fail) - In addition to the City of Sacramento employment application, all applicants must complete and submit online responses to the supplemental questionnaire to the City of Sacramento Employment Office by the final filing deadline;
Responses to the supplemental questionnaire must be submitted online; paper questionnaire will not be accepted.Incomplete supplemental questionnaire will not pass the review process; omitted information cannot be considered or assumed.A resume will not substitute for the information required in the supplemental questionnaire.3. Screening Committee: (Pass/Fail) - All applications received by the final filing deadline will be forwarded to the hiring department for review. The hiring department will select the most competitive applications for further consideration. Human Resources will only evaluate employment applications for the minimum qualifications, as stated on the job announcement, for applications selected by the hiring department.
4. Hiring Interview: Those candidates determined to be the MOST QUALIFIED will be invited to participate in an interview process coordinated by the hiring department. There will be no eligible list established, as positions will be seasonal and/or part-time. A hiring interview is not guaranteed.
5. Conditional Hire: Upon receipt of a conditional offer, the selected candidate must complete and pass LiveScan/fingerprinting. If applicable, candidates may also need to pass a pre-employment medical exam, controlled substance and/or alcohol test, and possess any required licensure or certification prior to receiving a start date from the Department. Failure to meet these prerequisites will be grounds for withdrawal of your conditional offer of employment.
QUESTIONS:For questions concerning this job announcement and the application process:
Please visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/Home/ApplicationGuide for a comprehensive, step-by-step guide to the application process.For technical support between 6 AM - 5 PM PT, contact Live Application Support at 855-524-5627.Visit the City of Sacramento Human Resources Department website at https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/HR/employment;Send an email to employment@cityofsacramento.org; orCall the Human Resources Department at (916) 808-5726
Bilingual PayDid you know that the City offers bilingual pay? That's right, most labor agreements offer the option of providing employees with bilingual pay if the department deems it to be operationally necessary.
Pension Reform ActThe City of Sacramento is covered by the California Public Employees' Retirement System, and as such, must adhere to the California Public Employee's Pension Reform Act (PEPRA) of 2013. Please note that the provisions within this act may affect or impact an applicant's eligibility and/or selection for open vacancies at the City of Sacramento.
Equal Opportunity EmployerThe City of Sacramento is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.
Additional InformationCivil Service Rules:
Union Contracts:
Salary Schedule:
01
APPLICATION : I understand my application must meet the minimum qualifications for consideration of employment with the City of Sacramento. The experience I list in the duties area of the "Work Experience" section of the employment application will be used to determine if I meet the minimum qualifications as stated on the job announcement. A resume, responses to the supplemental questions requiring a narrative response, employment history listed elsewhere in the application or attachments will not substitute for the information required in the "Work Experience" section of the employment application. Position/job titles will not be considered in determining eligibility for meeting the minimum qualifications for this position. Note: Qualifying experience is based on full-time experience (40 hours per week). Qualifying experience is calculated to the full-time equivalent (pro-rated if less than 40 hours/week).Please refer to the City of Sacramento's Applicant Resources Page for Screening Instructions: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/HR/employment
Yes
02
PROOF OF CERTIFICATION:
I understand proof of certification, should be submitted with my application and
will be required at the time of appointment.
Yes
03
CERTIFICATION CONFIRMATION:
I attest I possess or will possess an American Red Cross Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR and AED certification by time of appointment if I am selected for this position.
YesNo
04
SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE : The answers to the questions below will be reviewed by the hiring department along with the information provided in your employment application. Therefore, your answers must be consistent with your employment application information (especially in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections), must be unambiguous, and must contain sufficient but concise detail and organization. A resume will not be accepted in lieu of completing this Supplemental Questionnaire. Lack of clarity, incomplete or inconsistent information, and/or disorganized presentation may negatively affect the hiring department's review of your Supplemental Questionnaire.
I understand and agree to the above instructions.
Yes
05
Are you currently certified through the American Red Cross as a Lifeguard?
Yes, I am certified as a Lifeguard through the American Red Cross, and my certification will not expire on or before September 30, 2025.Yes, I am certified as a Lifeguard through the American Red Cross, but my certification will expire on or before September 30, 2025.No, I am not currently certified as a Lifeguard through the American Red Cross.
06
Which of the following work locations is your 1st choice?
Cabrillo PoolClunie PoolDoyle PoolGlenn Hall PoolJohnston PoolMangan PoolMcClathy PoolNorth Natomas PoolOki PoolPannell Meadowview PoolGeorge Sim PoolSouthside PoolTahoe Park Pool
07
Which of the following work locations is your 2nd choice?
Cabrillo PoolClunie PoolDoyle PoolGlenn Hall PoolJohnston PoolMangan PoolMcClathy PoolNorth Natomas PoolOki PoolPannell Meadowview PoolGeorge Sim PoolSouthside PoolTahoe Park Pool
08
Which of the following work locations is your 3rd choice?
Cabrillo PoolClunie PoolDoyle PoolGlenn Hall PoolJohnston PoolMangan PoolMcClathy PoolNorth Natomas PoolOki PoolPannell Meadowview PoolGeorge Sim PoolSouthside PoolTahoe Park Pool
09
Are you interested in being a Swim Coach?
YesNo
10
Are you interested in being a Water Aerobics Instructor?
YesNo
11
Are you interested in being a Junior Lifeguard Instructor?
YesNo
12
Please select the day(s) of the week that you
are not
available to work due to other obligations, such as sports. (If you are available to work any day of the week, please select "N/A - I am available to work any day of the week.")
N/A - I am available to work any day of the week.MondaysTuesdaysWednesdaysThursdaysFridaysSaturdaysSundays
Required Question