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  • Lifeguard (Temporary/Part-Time - Seasonal)

    Downey, California United States City of Downey, CA Part Time $18.00 - $19.00 Hourly Dec 10, 2024
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    City of Downey, CA

    ABOUT THE CITY The City of Downey, population 113,000, in an area of 12.5 square miles is situated 12 miles southeast of the Los Angeles Civic Center, five miles from Orange County, and about 10 miles from the beautiful Pacific coastline. Conveniently located near several major freeways, the City is an ideal home base from which to take advantage of the business resources and hundreds of cultural and recreational activities in Southern California. Downey offers a wide range of housing opportunities. All parks and many recreation facilities are operated by the City. Almost 100 acres are devoted to 11 area parks, including fishing lakes at Wilderness Park, the Independence Park Tennis Center, and fitness courses at Furman and Apollo parks. For golf enthusiasts, there is the 18-hole Rio Hondo Golf Course or the Los Amigos Golf Course run by the County of Los Angeles. Our Mission Statement Continuously improve the quality of life for which the City of Downey is known by providing the best possible service to residents, businesses and staff in a professional, ethical, and responsible manner. Our Values Collaboration - working across disciplines, industries and leadership levels to achieve a common purpose Credibility - earning the trust and reliance of others through consistent, accurate service and performance Excellence - operating with conscientious, professional standards of service Integrity - adhering to strong ethical values Passion - an enthusiastic, proactive commitment to public service Respect - courtesy and esteem in the fair treatment of all individuals CITY GOVERNMENT The City of Downey is a Charter city operating under the Council-Manager form of municipal government. The City Council is the legislative and policy-making body for the City. Council Members are elected at-large for four-year, overlapping terms of office.    

    Job Description

    ABOUT THE POSITION

    NOTE: This recruitment is open until the needs of the Department are met and may close without prior notice. Applications received by 05:30 p.m., January 10, 2025, will be reviewed to be considered for an interview at the City of Downey's Job Fair on February 1, 2025. Applications received after 05:30 p.m., January 10, 2025, will be reviewed, and interviews will be conducted as needed.

    Under general supervision, monitor the use of the swimming pool, observes swimmers and pool area from assigned station, responds to unsafe conditions or potential hazards, and enforces safety rules. This position is for the summer season only. Summer season is anticipated to be held June 9th - August 11th only.

    Working Hours: Work hours are flexible for approximately 20 - 25 hours per week. Scheduled working hours may include mornings, afternoons, evenings, weekends, holidays, and/or on-call status.

    The pool will be open five (5) days a week beginning June 16, 2025 from 8:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Pool closed on Saturday and Sunday.

    The position requires availability to work days, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

    Mandatory Training for all selected applicants will be held, June 9th - 13th .

    Temporary/Part-time employment does not include City benefits, except for those required by law. The City does not belong to the Social Security system; however, enrollment in an alternative retirement program is mandatory which requires an employee contribution of 7.5% of base earnings. The City contributes 2.5% and the employee contributes 5% of base earnings. There are no rights to employment and employment may end with or without cause or advance notice.

    There are no rights to employment and employment may end with or without cause or advance notice.
    Temporary / Part-Time employment may not exceed 999 hours in a fiscal year from July 1st through June 30th.

    Certain City operational budgets may not include funding for mandated CalPERS employer contributions; therefore, a qualified candidate who is a current member of CalPERS may be restricted from temporary/part-time employment with the City of Downey.

    EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

    The following examples are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by persons assigned to this classification.
    • Enforce facility regulations, policies and procedures.
    • Observes swimmers and pool area from assigned station.
    • Performs rescues in the pool area; and administers CPR and first aid as needed.
    • Administer first aid as needed.
    • Monitor activities in swimming areas to prevent accidents.
    • Perform routine swimming pool and aquatics equipment maintenance work on or around the swimming pool.
    • Maintain records and prepare accurate written reports and may assist cashier.
    • Performs appropriate rescues when necessary as well as First Aid when required


    QUALIFICATIONS

    Any combination of education, training, and work experience to demonstrate possession of the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform in the position is qualifying. A typical combination is as follows:

    Education: Junior class standing in High School or above required.*

    *Must be at least 15 1/2 years of age. Applicants under 18 years of age will be required to provide a work permit by the date of hire.

    Experience: Equivalent to one (1) year of experience as a pool or beach lifeguard.

    Two (2) years in a Swim team and or water polo experience is equivalent to one (1) year experience.

    Knowledge of: Swimming and lifesaving techniques, principles, and practices; first-aid principles and practices; methods, materials, and equipment involved in the maintenance and operation of swimming pools.

    Ability to: Maintain accurate records; perform maintenance and cleaning of pool and other assigned areas; maintain and work safely with a variety of equipment and chemicals used in pool activities; communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective relationship with those contacted in the course of work.

    Certification:

    The following current certifications are required:
    • American Red Cross CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer
    • American Red Cross Lifeguard Training/First Aid
    The City of Downey offers a lifeguarding certification course in accordance to the Red Cross. If you are interested in enrolling, please log on to our website: Lifeguard Certification . Class will be held the week of April 14th.

    NOTE: Applicants must provide copies of current certifications or provide documentation that he/she is currently enrolled in a Lifeguard Training Course when requested by the department. Failure to provide required documentation may result in disqualification from further consideration.

    Physical Tasks and Environmental Conditions: The majority of work is performed outdoors in a swimming pool. An incumbent sits, stands, walks and runs on slippery and uneven surfaces, kneels, crouches, twists, climbs ladders and inclines, swims, reaches, bends, crawls, and pushes, pulls, drags, grasps and lifts pool/community center equipment weighing up to 50 pounds. While performing the duties of this job, an incumbent physically must be able to react quickly to lifesaving emergencies and will perform strenuous physical activity requiring physical strength and endurance when performing water rescues. During the course of some rescue and first aid tasks, an incumbent may be exposed to blood, other bodily fluids/products, communicable diseases and other related health hazards. An incumbent will have exposure to pool water and pool chemicals, cleaning solvents and disinfectants and electrical and mechanical hazards. An incumbent must be able to meet the physical requirements of the class and have mobility, vision, hearing and dexterity levels appropriate to the duties to be performed.

    ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

    All application materials received by the application deadline will be reviewed and evaluated on the basis of information submitted to determine the level and scope of the candidate's preparation for the position. All information supplied by applicants is subject to verification.

    Those applicants, who most closely match the desired qualifications, will be invited to participate in the examination process which will consist of:

    Part 1: Appraisal Examination (oral interview) weighted 100% will assess knowledge, education, experience, and general ability to perform the essential functions of the position.

    Part 2: Verification of all required certifications

    Part 3: Written examination (Pass/Fail) will cover the areas of CPR/First Aid/AED and Lifeguarding. Those candidates, who successfully complete the written examination, will be invited to the Swim Performance Examination.

    Part 4: Swim Performance Examination. This exam will include an evaluation and skills test of speed, endurance, and strength in the pool as well as effectively demonstrating how to perform a victim rescue of a passive or active drowning.

    Candidate(s) who complete testing with acceptable results will be considered by the Department hiring authority. Prior to an employment offer, a comprehensive background investigation is conducted, including fingerprinting. A pre-placement medical exam, including a drug screen will be conducted upon issuance of a conditional offer of employment.

    Any applicant requiring reasonable accommodation during the selection process due to a qualified disability must inform the Human Resources Office at (562) 904-7292 at least 72 hours in advance.Closing Date/Time:

    Please mention you found this employment opportunity on the CareersInGovernment.com job board.

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