CLASS DESCRIPTION

Class specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by employees in the class. Specifications are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

What's The Role?

Under direct supervision, performs general lifeguard functions at a City aquatic facility, involving customer service and assisting swim center staff in program delivery. These positions provide assistance to patrons of the City of El Cerrito pool by providing services including swim lessons, lap swim, and recreational swim. This position is responsible for performing the tasks necessary to provide customer service and promote public safety at an aquatic facility, including administrative functions for aquatics activities and programs, greeting customers, selling and renewing passes, program registration and cash handling at the Swim Center. Assignments are usually received with general guidelines and require ability to work independently.

These positions are seasonal and assigned up to 20-25 hours per week (not to exceed 1,000 hours annually), which include evenings and weekends. Candidates must be available to work June through August. Seasonal positions may be extended through October as needed.

The Recreation Department provides a full range of recreational and educational activities for youth and adults, facility rentals, community events, and diverse programs and services to enhance quality of life in El Cerrito.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (DUTIES)

Essential responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

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  Ensuring patron safety during lap and recreational swim, including clearly and professionally conveying rules to patrons and enforcing facility regulations;
• Administering first aid and providing emergency care as required, maintaining a safe aquatic environment and facility;
• Providing instruction in the Learn-to-Swim program;
• Assisting senior staff and supervisors as directed;
• Cordially assisting the public who have questions and inquiries;
• Assisting with cleaning and routine maintenance of the aquatic facility, including locker rooms, guard office, pool surfaces, and other facility-related duties as assigned; and
• Presenting and maintaining a professional appearance and demeanor, including wearing appropriate uniform or attire for the position and exhibiting respect and enthusiasm as duties and responsibilities are carried out.
• Knowledge of basic first aid, CPR and water rescue skills.
• Supports Lifeguard Staff in responding to emergency situations.
• Effectively manage customer transactions.
• Effectively communicate program and schedule information to customer

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to conduct one's self in a professional manner;
• Knowledge of philosophy, objectives and requirements in the implementation of municipal aquatics programs;
• Knowledge and command of all the latest safety standards and information related to
• aquatics;
• Ability to function effectively under direct supervision and develop effective working relationships with fellow City Employees and the public;
• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing;
• Ability to receive direction and to follow oral and written instructions;
• Ability to handle multiple tasks;
• Professional work habits including reliability, dependability, creativity and demonstration of enthusiasm;
• Aquatic physical fitness including ability to swim, tread water, perform rescues involving the exertion of up to 100 pounds of force to move objects, and to perform retrieval of heavy items from 12' depth; ability to sit and/or stand for long periods of time; ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and with exposure to pool chemicals; vision to read written materials and computer screens, and hearing and speech to communicate in person; and other physical
• parameters established by facility supervisors; and
• Ability to work varying shifts, including evenings, weekdays and weekends.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receives general supervision from Senior Lifeguard, Aquatics Specialist, Assistant Recreation Supervisor, and/or Aquatics Supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS

QUALIFICATIONS:

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  Must be 15 years of age or older. Prior experience working with children and the public desired.
• High School diploma or equivalent for Senior Lifeguards
• Experience using computer and office equipment and possessing cash handling skills highly desired.

Licenses/Certificates

• Current American Red Cross certifications in Lifeguard Training, First Aid, CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer.
• Possession of Title 22: First Aid for Public Safety Personnel, and Water Safety Instructor, or other related certifications are highly desired
• Train-to-hire; Certification not required to apply
• Work permit required if under the age of 18

** Appropriate clearance from background check/fingerprinting if 18 or older

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Located near the east shore of the San Francisco Bay, the City of El Cerrito is an ethnically diverse community offering a high quality of life within one of the nation's most sophisticated and beautiful living areas. With a population of almost 25,000 residents, El Cerrito has the advantage of being centrally located in a major metropolitan area. El Cerrito is an established community with a strong self-identity and a commitment to enhancing the quality of life for its community members.
The Recreation Department provides a full range of recreational and educational activities for youth and adults, facility rentals, community events, and diverse programs and services to enhance quality of life in El Cerrito.

This position is non-benefited.

In accordance with California state law, you are entitled to three (3) paid sick leave days per year. These days are eligible for use following your 90th day of employment with the City.