Lifeguard I-II/Swimming Instructor

Applications and supplemental questions will be accepted untilSaturday, March 22, 2025, at 11:59 p.m.

Pay & Benefits

• $16.50 - $20.35 Hourly DOQ
  
• Benefits
  
  • Paid Sick Leave
    
  • Direct Deposit
    
  • Wellness Program
    

A New Opportunity and what you’ll do...

The City of Ventura is hiring! We are now accepting Lifeguard I-II/Swimming Instructor applications for theSummer 2025 Aquatics Program.

Join the City of Ventura's team of water safety professionals at our state-of-the-art aquatic center. Our complex features a 50-meter competition pool, 25-meter recreation pool, a zero-depth water playground, and two 20-foot waterslides.

What You'll Do:

As a Lifeguard II/Swimming Instructor, you must have the ability to:

• Instruct swimming lessons for all age groups and ability levels following American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor techniques and lesson plans.
  
• Considerately and with patience, enforce pool rules, providing a safe and accident-free aquatics environment.
  
• Assess swimmers’ abilities to avoid unsafe conditions.
  
• Administer CPR when necessary.
  
• Maintain records and reports.
  
• Communicate effectively with patrons and other staff members.
  
• Perform daily pool maintenance including set-up and take down of equipment.
  

What You'll Bring:

• Enjoy working with kids
  
• Dependable
  
• Have a passion for swimming/teaching
  
• Consistent availability during the months of June -August
  

Currently, there are35vacanciesfor Lifeguard I-II/Swimming Instructor.

For more information about the Ventura Aquatic Center, visit http://www.cityofventura.ca.gov/aquatics .

Experience and Qualifications for Success!

Candidates must be at least 16 years of age at time of appointment, show proof of American Red Cross Lifeguard Training Certification (if certified), successfully complete the physical assessment test and interview process, attend the Lifeguard Recruitment Training Program, facility orientation/skills test, and possess the following certifications by appointment:

• American Red Cross Lifeguard Training.
  
• American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor.
  
• Title 22 - First Aid for Public Safety Personnel.
  

Apply Now!

Submit an online City job application and supplemental questionnaire by the filing deadline or first review date at www.cityofventura.ca.gov/jobs .

• It is important that your city job application shows all the relevant education, training, and experience you possess. Resumes, CVs, and cover letters may be attached to your application but will not be accepted in lieu of a completed job application or supplemental questionnaire. Submitting an incomplete application or supplemental questionnaire may disqualify you from further consideration in the recruitment process.
  
• After you apply, all future correspondence from the city will be via E-Mail. Please check your messages regularly and keep your contact information up to date using your on-line application.
  

Start Your Journey... Follow the Process

To be considered for these seasonal lifeguard I-II or swimming instructor positions, please complete an online City Job Application and supplemental questionnaire by the filing deadline,Saturday, March 22, 2025, at 11:59 p.m. Applications will be reviewed on a weekly basis.

Selection Process

Notice to all applicants: to be considered for vacancies, you must take and pass a Physical Assessment Test (outlined below). Applicants do not have to possess the required certifications to attend the Physical Assessment Test.

If invited to attend the Lifeguard Recruitment Training Program, you must attend ALL, from 8:30am - 5:00 pm

• Saturday/ Sunday - April 19, 2025 - April 20, 2025, and
  
• Saturday/Sunday - April 26, 2025 - April 27, 2025, and
  
• Saturday/Sunday - May 3, 2025 - May 4, 2025.
  

If hired, there is mandatory pre-season training on the weekend ofMay 31, 2025 - June 1, 2025, Saturday/Sunday.

• Lifeguard I-II/Swimming Instructor positions are required to obtain their Water Safety Instructor Certification, independently. Classes are offered at Ventura Aquatic Center.
  
• Swimming Instructor applicants: Bring a copy of your application confirmation e-mail to the Physical Assessment Test. Complete the Physical Assessment Testing and subsequent selection steps outlined below.
  

Physical Assessment Testing

• The Physical Assessment Test consists of a 400- yard swim in under 7 ½ minutes and a 10-lb. brick tread for 1 minute. All skills are pass/fail. Applicants are only required to attend one date. Physical Assessment Testing will be held at the Ventura Aquatic Center located at 901 S. Kimball Road, Ventura, CA.
  
• On the date of your Physical Assessment Test, you MUST bring the following:
  
  • A photo ID verifying date of birth
    
  • Copy of your confirmation e-mail as proof of applying
    
• Physical assessments will take place between February 11, 2025, and March 22, 2025.Please call 805-654-7514 to schedule.
  
• Completion of additional forms related to employment, education, and reference information may be required on the date of your Physical Assessment Test.
  

Interviews

After your Physical Assessment Test, selected applicants will be scheduled for an interview date/time. Interviews are tentatively scheduled and will determine candidates selected to attend the Lifeguard Recruitment Training Program.

Lifeguard Recruitment Training and Facility Orientation

Applicants selected from the interviews will be invited to attend the Lifeguard Recruitment Training (LRT) program, facility orientation and skills test. Attendance on all dates is required to successfully complete the course to be considered for this position.

Training will consist of American Red Cross Lifeguard Training, CPR for the Professional Rescuer First Aid, and Emergency Medical Response courses, as well as City of Ventura Aquatics Section policies and physical conditioning sessions. Current possession of these certificates does not replace the requirement of attending Lifeguard Recruitment Training.

Those successfully completing the skills test and LRT will be placed on a hiring list. All hiring of new staff will be done from this list. For those hired, there is mandatory pre-season training on the weekend ofMay 31, 2025 - June 1, 2025, Saturday/Sunday.

ATTENDANCE AT ALL SESSIONS DURING LIFEGUARD RECRUITMENT TRAINING IS HIGHLY ADVISED. FAILURE TO ATTEND MAY RESULT IN THE DISQUALIFICATION OF THE APPLICANT.

For additional information on the duties and responsibilities of the position, refer to the job descriptions located on the City’s Career Page at City of Ventura Jobs or by clicking here Lifeguard I/II Swimming Instructor .

If you have questions about the recruitment process, please contact any of the Human Resources Recruitment Team at recruitment@cityofventura.ca.gov . or Melanie Hanisco at mhanisco@cityofventura.ca.gov .

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you need an accommodation in a selection process, please notify the Human Resources Department in writing by the final filing date of the position you are interested in. The Human Resources address is: 501 Poli Street, Room 210, Ventura, CA 93001, (805) 654-7853, e-mail: recruitment@cityofventura.ca.gov.

The City is an equal opportunity employer and strives to attract qualified applicants from all walks of life without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state and/or local law. We aim to create an environment that celebrates and embraces the diversity of our workforce. We welcome you to join our team!

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