Lifeguard I - Seasonal/Temporary
About the Position
The Parks & Recreation is actively recruiting for a Seasonal / Temporary Lifeguard I!
Lifeguards assigned to this position will be working as a lifeguard at a pool or lake.
To inquire about Red Cross Lifeguard certification training, please contact (805) 781-4385
Typical Tasks and Representative Duties
Not in order of importance)
- Supervision of visitor use at a County aquatic facility or designated swim area, including pools and decks of swimming areas and other aquatic areas.
- Enforcement of County policies and regulations.
- Preventative life guarding, preventing accidents, and effecting rescues.
- Providing basic first aid to the public.
- Collecting user fees.
- Distribution of information such as schedules and activities.
- Monitoring of pool chemistry.
- Aquatic site maintenance.
- Helping prepare bulletin boards, awards and certificates.
- May conduct swim lessons, aqua aerobics, and other similar activities and related duties such as promotion, scheduling, and development of aquatic related activities.
- Other duties as assigned.
Licenses and Certificates
American Red Cross Lifeguarding Certification and CPR for the Professional Rescuer maintained throughout employment; Title 22 First Aid Certification must be obtained within one year of original lifeguard certification and maintained throughout employment.
EMT certification can be substituted for the CPR for the Professional Rescuer and Title 22 requirement
to view a full job description for Lifeguard I How to Apply
Applications, including answers to supplemental questions, must be submitted online by the final filing date. To apply for this position, click "apply" at the top of this page.
Most County recruitments require you to respond to supplemental questions as part of the application process. We recommend that you review these questions prior to beginning your application.
An initial application review will be conducted. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and are best qualified will be invited to participate in selection activities which may include online assessments, performance exams, written exams, and interviews.
Final candidates will be required to have an in-depth background review performed before proceeding in the process. Please note that references will not be contacted until the end of the process.
If you have questions or would like to discuss the opportunity further, please contact Human Resources at [email protected]
Confidential inquiries are welcomed.
For further information regarding the County of San Luis Obispo, visit our website at www.slocounty.ca.gov.
Supplemental Information
Reasonable Accommodation Notice :
Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job.
Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.
Please call 805-781-5959 for assistance or e-mail for more information.
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