Lifeguard

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Job description

OPPORTUNITY

Please see the SELECTION PROCESS below for required attachment(s) to the electronic application. Applicants will not be able to "submit" the application, without first electronically attaching the required documents.

If you have further job-related questions please contact staff in the Recreation and Parks Department at x2260. If you are experiencing any technical (computer related) difficulties, please call the NEOGOV help line for technical assistance at 1-.

Under direct supervision of the Recreation Technician, will safeguard swimmers and assist with lesson instruction at the Paul Nelson Aquatic Center following the American Red Cross (ARC) Lifeguard Training manual at the Paul Nelson Aquatic Center.

WHAT YOU ARE INVESTING IN

WHO WE ARE:

The City of Santa Maria is a full-service City with a City Council/City Manager form of government with over 700 employees, an annual budget of approximately $222 million for FY 2019-20 and serves approximately 108,000 constituents. The City of Santa Maria is located on the beautiful central coast of California and covers over 23 square miles. The City has a harmonious balance of maintaining coastal and agricultural lands while promoting business. Santa Maria has been recognized nationally as an All-America City by the National Civic League and offers reasonably priced housing, community festivals, quality schools, and is in close proximity to beaches, cultural arts, a local airport, wineries, and higher education institutions.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

* Dedicated to providing excellent customer service
* Motivated
* Positive/Can Do Attitude
* Team player
* Excellent communicator
* Detail & solution oriented
* Spanish speaking skills are highly desirable

The following duties are typical of this classification and are intended only to describe the various types of work that may be performed, the level of technical complexity of the assignment(s), and are not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties. The omission of a specific duty statement does not exclude it from the position if the work is consistent with the concept of the classification, or is similar or closely related to another duty statement to address business needs and changing business practices.

Under supervision, safeguards swimmers and enforces pool safety rules and regulations while lifeguarding during activities such as public swim and aquatic instruction. Assists swimming instructors in teaching swimming lessons. Prepares written information relating to lessons, registrations, incidents/accidents, and assists Recreation Technician as needed. Position is also required to assist with general facility maintenance and perform other duties as assigned. Weekend, holiday, and split shift work will be required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Must be at least 16 years of age, in good health, and possess appropriate physical strength to perform duties as a lifeguard. Applicant must work well with the general public, including infants, youth, adults, and those with special needs and have the ability to interact positively with staff.

REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS:

* American Red Cross Lifeguard Training (including CPR for the Professional Rescuer and First Aid)
* American Red Cross Title 22 Training (Emergency Response)
* Possession of a current (less than two years old) Tuberculosis clearance slip
* Department of Justice background check prior to employment

DESIRED CERTIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE:

* American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor Aide
* At least one year of experience as a Water Safety Instructor Aide

SELECTION PROCESS

The completed electronic application packet will include the online application and supplemental questions. If you are experiencing any technical (computer related) difficulties or need help with attaching documents to your application, please call the NEOGOV help line for assistance at 1-.

The most qualified candidates will be selected to appear before a panel for an oral interview. Those applicants invited to interview will be notified electronically at the e-mail address provided by each candidate through application process. Therefore, it is the applicant's responsibility to provide an accurate email address and to allow their inbox to receive emails in regard to this recruitment. A tentative oral interview date has been scheduled for October 29, 2020. The oral board will recommend a limited number of candidates to the eligibility list from which the new Lifeguard may be selected. This recruitment may also establish an eligibility list for future Lifeguard openings.

Prior to an offer of employment, applicants must pass a thorough background investigation.