Job SummaryMay include occasional swim instruction. Applicants with proof of successful completion of Water Safety Instructor certification may be eligible for pay rate increase. Applicants must have a valid Lifeguard certification or provide proof that they are enrolled in a certified Lifeguard course in order to be interviewed. Job Description / Essential Elements: REDONDO BEACH UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICTCLASS TITLE: LIFEGUARD/SWIM INSTRUCTORBASIC FUNCTION:Under general direction, perform lifeguard duties, ensure the safety of patrons by supervising the activities ofswimmers in and around the pool, and assist in teaching swimming techniques.REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:Maintain a constant and close surveillance of persons in and around the pool; enforce safety rules andregulations and maintain order in the pool area.Administer first aid, react and employ established American Red Cross techniques to rescue persons asnecessary.Maintain accurate daily records of pool temperature, chlorine and chemical levels, and assist with classattendance records.Perform light maintenance duties on the pool and grounds to maintain a clean and safe pool area.Instruct swim school classes and assist with swimming instruction as directed. May be required to work avaried schedule, which may include days, evenings, weekends, and holidays. Employees will be required towear a uniform while on duty.KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:KNOWLEDGE OF:Principles and methods used in teaching swimming.Lifesaving and methods of accident prevention.Standard techniques of resuscitation and other first aid measures;Swimming pool sanitary regulations and their use.Swim instruction techniques.ABILITY TO:Exercise personal judgment and maturity.React quickly and calmly in emergencies.Monitor the activities of swimmers.Communicate effectively.Establish and maintain positive working relationships.Successfully pass initial and follow-up tests of safety and pool procedures as well as successfully completebackboard drills and CPR reviews.LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:Must be at least 16 years old.American Red Cross certification including Lifeguard, First Aid, and CPR cards.PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONSWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee must be able to react quickly to save a life or lives inwater emergency situations; pull people out of the water; administer first aid; and lift and/or move up to 100pounds. The employee will work outdoors in variable weather conditions.Requirements / QualificationsMust be at least 16 years of age and have American Red Cross certification including Lifeguard, First Aid, AED, and CPR cards.
Comments and Other Information*Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a LiveScan background check; candidates must disclose any convictions on application. Be aware that convictions expunged under California Penal Code 1203.4 will be revealed by LiveScan. Failure to do so will result in a rescinded job offer. Candidate selected for employment will be required to provide verification of work authorization in the form of a passport, driver's license, or other equivalent and social security card. TB skin test required. Redondo Beach Unified School District (RBUSD) is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation, or bullying in all district programs, activities, and employment on the basis of actual or perceived ancestry, age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, parental or marital status, pregnancy, or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. Redondo Beach Unified School District prohibits sexual harassment of RBUSD employees and job applicants, as well as retaliatory behavior or action against employees or other persons who complain, testify, or otherwise participate in the complaint process established pursuant to this policy and administrative regulation. For more information, you may contact the Title IX Coordinator/ Director of Student Services Jason Kurtenbach, E-mail: ...@rbusd.org, Telephone: 310-###-####