Location: Union City,CA, USA
East Bay
Job Type
Seasonal
Close Date
Continuous
Salary
$17.41-$24.22 Hourly
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A Good Place to Live
The City of Union City, is a recipient of the 1999 All-America City award. Conveniently located in the East San Francisco Bay Area, in Southern Alameda County, Union City is known as the gateway to the Silicon Valley. Transected by major freeways, railways, and both the Dumbarton and San Mateo Bridges, the city is perfectly situated for easy access to San Francisco, Oakland, and San Jose airports and metropolitan attractions.
Union City's 73,452 population is enriched with a strong diversity of culture and wide ranging demographics. Adorned with award winning schools and easily accessible parklands and trails, and a city-owned and operated sports center, Union City hails as an ideal community for families. The city offers low interest home loans to those interested in residing in the community. Union City is chartered under a city council/city manager form of governance.
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34009 Alvarado-Niles Road Union City, 94587
Description
Under general supervision, lead, perform lifeguard duties in enforcing City public swimming pool rules and monitoring pool patron conduct; perform emergency rescue and lifesaving techniques. To provide instruction in all levels of American Red Cross swimming certification and other aquatics programs.
The City of Union City's Community and Recreation Services is seeking staff for the following roles:
* Lifeguard (Recreation Leader) - $17.14 - $20.84/hourly
* Under general supervision of the Recreation Coordinator, Senior Lifeguard or Pool Manager, the Lifeguard performs swim instructor duties in teaching swimming and water safety courses, enforcing City public swimming pool rules and monitoring pool patron conduct. Lifeguards must have knowledge and be physically able to perform emergency rescue and lifesaving techniques. Must be able to provide instruction in all levels of American Red Cross swimming certification and other aquatics programs.
* Senior Lifeguard (Senior Recreation Leader) - $18.24 - $22.22/hourly
* Under general supervision from the Recreation Coordinator or Pool Manager, must be able to perform all duties as a Lifeguard and know operational rules and protocols of Dan Oden Swim Complex. Must have basic customer service practices and knowledge of all current safety standards and information related to aquatics. Must assist in teaching swimming lessons and lifeguarding.
* Pool Manager (CRS Program Manager) - $19.93 -$24.22/hourly
* Under general supervision of the Recreation Coordinator, able to perform all duties and responsibilities of a Lifeguard and Senior Lifeguard, assist in staff meetings and lifeguard trainings, direct contact for participants to explain pool rules, policies, and procedures. Pool Manager assists in implementing and scheduling staff, program, and services.
Ideal Candidate
1. Lifeguard (Recreation Leader) - $17.14 - $20.84/hourly
QUALIFICATIONS:
* Must be 15.5 years of age.
* Current certification in American Red Cross CPR or the Professional Rescuer with AED; L First Aid for Public Safety Personnel (California Title 22) within one year of employment; Water Safety Instructor (WSI) is desirable.
2. Senior Lifeguard (Senior Recreation Leader) - $18.24 - $22.22/hourly
QUALIFICATIONS:
* Must be 17 years of age.
* One (1) season of experience as a lifeguard or swim instructor & Leadership experience is preferred.
* Must possess a current Water Safety Instructor's certificate or hold equivalent experience (1 year of teaching swim lessons).
* CPR, AED, and First Aid certification by first day of employment.
3. Pool Manager (CRS Program Manager) - $19.93 -$24.22/hourly
QUALIFICATIONS:
* Must be at least 18 years of age.
* Two years of aquatic experience and leadership preferred.
* Current Red Cross Certifications in: Water Safety Instructor, Lifeguard Training, Community First Aid and Safety, CPR for the Professional Rescuer (CPR/FPR).
* Candidates are encouraged to possess one of the following as highly desirable certification: LGI - Lifeguard Instructor certification in any American Red Cross course, EMT level certification or Emergency Response Course completion.
Special Instructions
APPLICATION PROCESS:
The selection process may consist of, but limited to one or more of the following components:
* Screening for Best Qualified
* Supplemental Questionnaire
* Written Exam
* Performance Exam
* Oral Interview
Resumes may not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.
Applicants who are invited to continue in the selection process will be noti?ed by e-mail. Successful candidates' names will be placed on an employment eligibility list. The eligibility list will remain in effect for a minimum of one year from the date the list is established. Additional vacancies that occur for this classi?cation may be hired from the list.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION:
The City of Union City provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities, upon request. Please contact the Human Resources Department (...@unioncity.org) if you will need reasonable accommodation for any aspect of the selection process.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:
The City of Union City is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity at all levels of its workforce.