CPRS Job Listing
Pool Lifeguard (As-Needed)
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Ensures the safety of the public and other users at various aquatic facilities in the City. Performs emergency care as necessary. Performs pool maintenance duties. Assists the Chief Pool Lifeguard in pool operation activities, as required.
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Representative Duties
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Assists with coordinating various aquatic activities.
Enforces swimming pool rules and regulations. Maintains order in and around the pool.
Recognizes and performs aquatic emergency rescues, administers artificial respiration, CPR, and first aid, when necessary.
Keeps pool, decks, and dressing rooms safe, clean and orderly.
Performs minor facility clean up and maintenance.
Completes various forms and paperwork pertinent to the day-to-day operation of an aquatic facility.
Completes chemical checks of the pool water.
Follows and enforces all applicable safety rules and regulations.
Performs other duties, as assigned.
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Knowledge of:
Water safety practices.
Effective customer service techniques.
Ability to:
Perform lifesaving techniques.
Respond and handle emergency incidents in an appropriate manner.
Establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with City employees and the public.
Swim with proficiency and endurance.
Provide effective customer service.
Skill in:
Lifeguarding, first aid and CPR techniques.
Reading, writing and communicating in English at an appropriate level.
Basic computer operations with applicable software.
Education, Training and Experience:
Currently enrolled in high school or the equivalent.
Licenses and Certificates:
Possession of a valid American Red Cross or state recognized certificate in the following:- CPR for the Professional Rescuer (or American Heart Association Healthcare Provider),
- Lifeguard Training
- First Aid for Public Safety Personnel (Title 22) within 6 months of hire.
Obtain a valid work permit, if applicable.
Must apply on The City of Santa Monica Human Resources Website: https://www.santamonica.gov/departments/human-resources