LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Los Angeles, California, United States
Position/Program Information DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION FILING BEGINS: May 6, 2024 @ 8:00am (PT) Applications will be accepted until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice. EXAM NUMBER: D2948J TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: Open Competitive (OC) SALARY: $28.89 - $30.50 Hourly DEFINITION: Observes an assigned area of a lake from tower, launch ramp or patrol boat to preserve order, prevent accidents, and effect rescues. Essential Job Functions Opens lifeguard tower at beginning of shift and checks equipment such as rescue cans, radio, first aid box, resuscitator, oxygen and face masks; reports malfunctions to the lead lifeguard or supervisor. Conducts continuous surveillance of assigned beach area for signs of swimmers in trouble and violations of lake ordinances and safety regulations. Administers first aid to victims of water-related injuries or ill patrons suffering from heart attacks, seizures, heat exhaustion, broken bones or lacerations; releases seriously injured victims to senior lifeguards or advanced medical personnel. Maintains log book by entering information regarding rescues, first aid rendered and other unusual events; writes a narrative account of major incidents. Enforces lake ordinances and rules prohibiting such activities as use of illegal flotation devices and swimming in restricted areas; reports other incidents such as capsized boats, violations of boating regulations, drinking alcoholic beverages or fights to the senior lifeguard, supervisor or patrol boat operator. Effects rescues in the lake using rescue can or board; using department approved techniques, secures and swims victims to shore. Serves as crew of a patrol boat and operates the boat to maintain position when senior lifeguard goes aboard another vessel or onto docks. Acts as observer while on boat patrol, looking for such things as distressed or speeding boats, violations of safety regulations, and dangerous debris in the lake. Performs operational check of the boat daily, checks oil and gas level, refuels boat when necessary; checks boat gear such as fire extinguishers, first aid equipment, and radio; reports malfunctions to senior lifeguard. Responds as crew member to such incidents as burning, capsized, or sinking boats; operates fire fighting and pumping equipment, attaches tow lines and swims to effect rescues. Drives and services the lifeguard truck including adding oil, water and gas, washing and checking first aid equipment. Observes parking, dock, and launch areas for instances of unacceptable activity such as speeding boats, unsafe launches, illegal parking, or drinking alcoholic beverages; issues warnings for minor offenses and may issue citations in cases of repeated or serious offenses. Instructs boat owners in proper procedure for launching boats and assists them in launching and retrieving operations to protect the boats from damage or swamping. Engages in the physical fitness program established by the department in order to maintain capability to perform lake lifesaving duties. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Candidates must have the ability to swim 1000 meters within 18 minutes or less. Successful completion of the 2024 County-approved lake lifeguard training academy*, including authorized lifesaving, first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation, will be required. LICENSE: A valid California Class C Driver License is required to carry out job-related functions. ** SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: *Applicants must provide a certificate of completion of the 2024 County-approved lake lifeguard training academy (issued by LA County Parks and Recreation) and **copy of a valid California Class C Driver License at time of application or within 7 days of submitting application. Applicants who are unable to attach required documents to their application may scan and email as an attachment to vyu@parks.lacounty.gov. Please include exam title and number in the subject line, and include exam title, exam number and applicant name in the body of the email. PHYSICAL CLASS: 4 - Arduous. This class involves frequent heavy lifting over 25 pounds, often combined with bending, twisting, or working above ground on irregular surfaces. It includes those positions that occasionally demand extraordinary physical activity such as those in Safety positions. OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Incumbents must have the physical strength, stamina and swimming skills to effect rescues in rough lake water conditions. Vision : At least 20/30 in each eye without correction. Hearing : There may be no greater than a 25 dB loss in the better ear as averaged over the test frequencies of 500, 1000, and 3000 Hz. There may not be a peak loss at any of the test frequencies greater than: 30 dB at 500 Hz 30 dB at 1000 Hz 40 dB at 2000 Hz 40 dB at 3000 Hz There may be no greater than a 35 dB loss in the worse ear as averaged over the test frequencies, and no peak loss greater than 45 dB at any of the test frequencies. In the case of a questionable, unusual, or borderline hearing loss, the applicant's record will be reviewed by the Occupational Health Service Consultant in otolaryngology who will make a recommendation as to the applicant's employability and forward it to the Medical Director for final disposition. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: This examination will consist of confirming applicants possess the required course certification, weighted 100%. Candidates must provide proof of the required certificate in order to be placed on the Eligible Register. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: The names of candidates receiving a passing grade in the examination will be placed on the Eligible Register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of promulgation. Applications will be processed on an as- received basis and promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. SPECIAL INFORMATION: PRE-PLACEMENT MEDICAL EXAMINATION: Employment is subject to passing a medical examination which will be scheduled after security clearance for candidates who receive contingent offers of employment. Drug Test: Applicants for this position will be required to take and pass a urine drug screening as part of the pre-placement medical examination. VACANCY INFORMATION: The resulting eligible register for this examination will be used to fill vacancies within the Department of Parks and Recreation throughout Los Angeles County. Available Shift: Any FAIR CHANCE INITIATIVE: The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment . The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION I nformation presented on employment applications, supplemental questionnaire, resumes and during the examination process is subject to verification. Applicants MUST provide relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job . We may reject your application at any time during the exam and selection process. INSTRUCTIONS FOR FILING ONLINE: Go to http://governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty and search for "Lake Lifeguard, Parks and Recreation (Recurrent)", click on the name of the bulletin you are applying to and the green "Apply" button. APPLICATIONS AND SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE MUST BE FILED ON-LINE VIA GOVERNMENTJOBS.COM WEBSITE . APPLICATIONS AND RESUMES SUBMITTED BY U.S. MAIL, E-MAIL, THIRD PARTY WEBSITES (IE: Indeed.com, etc.), FAX, OR IN-PERSON WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. Fill out your application and supplemental questionnaire completely. Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the deadline as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty , you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address. CORRESPONDENCE AND UPDATES WILL BE SENT VIA E-MAIL. Many important notifications including invitation letters will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that you provide a valid email address. Please add vyu@parks.lacounty.gov as well as noreply@governmentjobs.com , and info@governmentjobs.com to your email address and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail. Applicants have the ability to opt out of emails from LA County. If you unsubscribe, you will not receive any email notification for any examination for which you apply with Los Angeles County. Regardless of whether you choose to unsubscribe, you can always check for notifications by logging into governmentjobs.com and viewing your profile inbox, which saves a copy of all emailed notices. It is your responsibility to take the above steps to view correspondence. Los Angeles County will not consider claims of not viewing or receiving notification to be a valid reason for late test administration or rescheduling of a test component. Computer and Internet Access at Public Libraries: For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be complete on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. No Sharing of User ID, E-mail and Password: All applicants must file their application using their own user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. Social Security Number: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. Department Contact Name: Victoria Yu Department Contact Number: (626) 588-5117 Department Contact Email: vyu@parks.lacounty.gov ADA Coordinator Phone: (626) 588-5109 Teletype Phone: (213) 427-6118 California Relay Services Phone: (800)735-2922 For detailed information, please click here
May 03, 2024
Full Time
Position/Program Information DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION FILING BEGINS: May 6, 2024 @ 8:00am (PT) Applications will be accepted until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice. EXAM NUMBER: D2948J TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: Open Competitive (OC) SALARY: $28.89 - $30.50 Hourly DEFINITION: Observes an assigned area of a lake from tower, launch ramp or patrol boat to preserve order, prevent accidents, and effect rescues. Essential Job Functions Opens lifeguard tower at beginning of shift and checks equipment such as rescue cans, radio, first aid box, resuscitator, oxygen and face masks; reports malfunctions to the lead lifeguard or supervisor. Conducts continuous surveillance of assigned beach area for signs of swimmers in trouble and violations of lake ordinances and safety regulations. Administers first aid to victims of water-related injuries or ill patrons suffering from heart attacks, seizures, heat exhaustion, broken bones or lacerations; releases seriously injured victims to senior lifeguards or advanced medical personnel. Maintains log book by entering information regarding rescues, first aid rendered and other unusual events; writes a narrative account of major incidents. Enforces lake ordinances and rules prohibiting such activities as use of illegal flotation devices and swimming in restricted areas; reports other incidents such as capsized boats, violations of boating regulations, drinking alcoholic beverages or fights to the senior lifeguard, supervisor or patrol boat operator. Effects rescues in the lake using rescue can or board; using department approved techniques, secures and swims victims to shore. Serves as crew of a patrol boat and operates the boat to maintain position when senior lifeguard goes aboard another vessel or onto docks. Acts as observer while on boat patrol, looking for such things as distressed or speeding boats, violations of safety regulations, and dangerous debris in the lake. Performs operational check of the boat daily, checks oil and gas level, refuels boat when necessary; checks boat gear such as fire extinguishers, first aid equipment, and radio; reports malfunctions to senior lifeguard. Responds as crew member to such incidents as burning, capsized, or sinking boats; operates fire fighting and pumping equipment, attaches tow lines and swims to effect rescues. Drives and services the lifeguard truck including adding oil, water and gas, washing and checking first aid equipment. Observes parking, dock, and launch areas for instances of unacceptable activity such as speeding boats, unsafe launches, illegal parking, or drinking alcoholic beverages; issues warnings for minor offenses and may issue citations in cases of repeated or serious offenses. Instructs boat owners in proper procedure for launching boats and assists them in launching and retrieving operations to protect the boats from damage or swamping. Engages in the physical fitness program established by the department in order to maintain capability to perform lake lifesaving duties. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Candidates must have the ability to swim 1000 meters within 18 minutes or less. Successful completion of the 2024 County-approved lake lifeguard training academy*, including authorized lifesaving, first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation, will be required. LICENSE: A valid California Class C Driver License is required to carry out job-related functions. ** SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: *Applicants must provide a certificate of completion of the 2024 County-approved lake lifeguard training academy (issued by LA County Parks and Recreation) and **copy of a valid California Class C Driver License at time of application or within 7 days of submitting application. Applicants who are unable to attach required documents to their application may scan and email as an attachment to vyu@parks.lacounty.gov. Please include exam title and number in the subject line, and include exam title, exam number and applicant name in the body of the email. PHYSICAL CLASS: 4 - Arduous. This class involves frequent heavy lifting over 25 pounds, often combined with bending, twisting, or working above ground on irregular surfaces. It includes those positions that occasionally demand extraordinary physical activity such as those in Safety positions. OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Incumbents must have the physical strength, stamina and swimming skills to effect rescues in rough lake water conditions. Vision : At least 20/30 in each eye without correction. Hearing : There may be no greater than a 25 dB loss in the better ear as averaged over the test frequencies of 500, 1000, and 3000 Hz. There may not be a peak loss at any of the test frequencies greater than: 30 dB at 500 Hz 30 dB at 1000 Hz 40 dB at 2000 Hz 40 dB at 3000 Hz There may be no greater than a 35 dB loss in the worse ear as averaged over the test frequencies, and no peak loss greater than 45 dB at any of the test frequencies. In the case of a questionable, unusual, or borderline hearing loss, the applicant's record will be reviewed by the Occupational Health Service Consultant in otolaryngology who will make a recommendation as to the applicant's employability and forward it to the Medical Director for final disposition. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: This examination will consist of confirming applicants possess the required course certification, weighted 100%. Candidates must provide proof of the required certificate in order to be placed on the Eligible Register. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: The names of candidates receiving a passing grade in the examination will be placed on the Eligible Register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of promulgation. Applications will be processed on an as- received basis and promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. SPECIAL INFORMATION: PRE-PLACEMENT MEDICAL EXAMINATION: Employment is subject to passing a medical examination which will be scheduled after security clearance for candidates who receive contingent offers of employment. Drug Test: Applicants for this position will be required to take and pass a urine drug screening as part of the pre-placement medical examination. VACANCY INFORMATION: The resulting eligible register for this examination will be used to fill vacancies within the Department of Parks and Recreation throughout Los Angeles County. Available Shift: Any FAIR CHANCE INITIATIVE: The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment . The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION I nformation presented on employment applications, supplemental questionnaire, resumes and during the examination process is subject to verification. Applicants MUST provide relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job . We may reject your application at any time during the exam and selection process. INSTRUCTIONS FOR FILING ONLINE: Go to http://governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty and search for "Lake Lifeguard, Parks and Recreation (Recurrent)", click on the name of the bulletin you are applying to and the green "Apply" button. APPLICATIONS AND SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE MUST BE FILED ON-LINE VIA GOVERNMENTJOBS.COM WEBSITE . APPLICATIONS AND RESUMES SUBMITTED BY U.S. MAIL, E-MAIL, THIRD PARTY WEBSITES (IE: Indeed.com, etc.), FAX, OR IN-PERSON WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. Fill out your application and supplemental questionnaire completely. Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the deadline as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty , you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address. CORRESPONDENCE AND UPDATES WILL BE SENT VIA E-MAIL. Many important notifications including invitation letters will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that you provide a valid email address. Please add vyu@parks.lacounty.gov as well as noreply@governmentjobs.com , and info@governmentjobs.com to your email address and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail. Applicants have the ability to opt out of emails from LA County. If you unsubscribe, you will not receive any email notification for any examination for which you apply with Los Angeles County. Regardless of whether you choose to unsubscribe, you can always check for notifications by logging into governmentjobs.com and viewing your profile inbox, which saves a copy of all emailed notices. It is your responsibility to take the above steps to view correspondence. Los Angeles County will not consider claims of not viewing or receiving notification to be a valid reason for late test administration or rescheduling of a test component. Computer and Internet Access at Public Libraries: For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be complete on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. No Sharing of User ID, E-mail and Password: All applicants must file their application using their own user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. Social Security Number: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. Department Contact Name: Victoria Yu Department Contact Number: (626) 588-5117 Department Contact Email: vyu@parks.lacounty.gov ADA Coordinator Phone: (626) 588-5109 Teletype Phone: (213) 427-6118 California Relay Services Phone: (800)735-2922 For detailed information, please click here
CITY OF ATLANTA, GA
Atlanta, Georgia, United States
THIS IS A SEASONAL POSITION Lifeguard I [Lake Allatoona] Salary: $15.50 General Description: For the duration of a seven-week camp, this position will monitor swimmers at Lake Allatoona Residential Camp Site, maintain strict observance to safety rules and procedures; perform rescues for distressed swimmers using assigned rescue techniques and equipment; teach Learn to Swim and track progress for campers. This position will live onsite Monday night through Friday morning. Room and board will be provided. Supervision Received Works under direct supervision and follows standardized procedures and written instructions to accomplish assigned tasks. Essential Duties & Responsibilities These are typical responsibilities for this position and should not be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. May perform other duties as assigned. • Rescues distressed swimmers using rescue techniques and equipment in an open water environment. • Examines injured persons and administers first aid or CPR, if necessary. • Contacts emergency personnel in case of serious injury. • Patrols or monitors assigned area of lake and ensures that all safety and health rules are being followed. • Completes and maintains records. • Teach Learn to Swim for campers using approved agency modules; track progression using resources provided. • Assist camp operations as requested • Warns swimmers of inclement weather, unsafe areas or safety infractions. • Inspects safety equipment e.g. Life rings, extension poles, emergency stretchers or accessories, emergency medical kits, personnel lifts to ensure that all are in good working order. Decision Making Follows standardized procedures and written instructions to accomplish assigned tasks. Leadership Provided None Knowledge, Skills & Abilitie s This is a partial listing of necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the job successfully. It is not an exhaustive list. • Knowledge of all rules, regulations and laws governing lake operations. • Knowledge of water sports e.g. water polo, etc. • Competent swimming skills, strength and stamina to perform tasks of lifeguard • Lifeguard certification • CPR/First Aid certification • Water safety training • Ability to compile, prepare and maintain assortment of reports and records Minimum Qualifications - Education and Experience • High school diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED) • Lifeguard Certification • 1-2 years of lifeguard experience or 3 summers • Must pass background check for criminal and child protective findings. • Must pass a drug screening. Preferred Education & Experience • High school diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED) • 1-2 years of open water lifeguard experience or 3 summers • Water Safety Instructor Certification Licensures and Certifications The following certifications are required: • First Aid/CPR • Lifeguard certification Essential Capabilities and Work Environment Required physical, lifting, and sensory capabilities are requirements to perform the job successfully. Typical environmental conditions associated with job. LG2024 DPR2024
Mar 08, 2024
Full Time
THIS IS A SEASONAL POSITION Lifeguard I [Lake Allatoona] Salary: $15.50 General Description: For the duration of a seven-week camp, this position will monitor swimmers at Lake Allatoona Residential Camp Site, maintain strict observance to safety rules and procedures; perform rescues for distressed swimmers using assigned rescue techniques and equipment; teach Learn to Swim and track progress for campers. This position will live onsite Monday night through Friday morning. Room and board will be provided. Supervision Received Works under direct supervision and follows standardized procedures and written instructions to accomplish assigned tasks. Essential Duties & Responsibilities These are typical responsibilities for this position and should not be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. May perform other duties as assigned. • Rescues distressed swimmers using rescue techniques and equipment in an open water environment. • Examines injured persons and administers first aid or CPR, if necessary. • Contacts emergency personnel in case of serious injury. • Patrols or monitors assigned area of lake and ensures that all safety and health rules are being followed. • Completes and maintains records. • Teach Learn to Swim for campers using approved agency modules; track progression using resources provided. • Assist camp operations as requested • Warns swimmers of inclement weather, unsafe areas or safety infractions. • Inspects safety equipment e.g. Life rings, extension poles, emergency stretchers or accessories, emergency medical kits, personnel lifts to ensure that all are in good working order. Decision Making Follows standardized procedures and written instructions to accomplish assigned tasks. Leadership Provided None Knowledge, Skills & Abilitie s This is a partial listing of necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the job successfully. It is not an exhaustive list. • Knowledge of all rules, regulations and laws governing lake operations. • Knowledge of water sports e.g. water polo, etc. • Competent swimming skills, strength and stamina to perform tasks of lifeguard • Lifeguard certification • CPR/First Aid certification • Water safety training • Ability to compile, prepare and maintain assortment of reports and records Minimum Qualifications - Education and Experience • High school diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED) • Lifeguard Certification • 1-2 years of lifeguard experience or 3 summers • Must pass background check for criminal and child protective findings. • Must pass a drug screening. Preferred Education & Experience • High school diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED) • 1-2 years of open water lifeguard experience or 3 summers • Water Safety Instructor Certification Licensures and Certifications The following certifications are required: • First Aid/CPR • Lifeguard certification Essential Capabilities and Work Environment Required physical, lifting, and sensory capabilities are requirements to perform the job successfully. Typical environmental conditions associated with job. LG2024 DPR2024
New York State Office of Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation
Laurens, New York, United States
Minimum Qualifications Please review the qualifications to be a lifeguard candidate here: https://parks.ny.gov/employment/lifeguards/default.aspx Learn about the swim and lifesaving segments of the lifeguard qualifier, the skills required, and what to bring at: New York State: https://parks.ny.gov/employment/lifeguards/exam-information.aspx You can start the application process by: Confirming you have the minimum qualifications to be a lifeguard candidate here: https://parks.ny.gov/employment/lifeguards/default.aspx Learning about the lifeguard qualifier, the skills required, and what to bring at: New York State: https://parks.ny.gov/employment/lifeguards/exam-information.aspx Duties Description We're Hiring! Become a New York State Parks Lifeguard! Our lifeguards are a vital asset to the New York State Parks system, each year protecting more than 25 million swimmers statewide. If you are at least 15 years old, a strong swimmer, love the outdoors, and have a desire to help your community all while working in some of the most scenic locations in the state, we strongly encourage you to apply. Lifeguard positions are available statewide and all candidates must qualify annually, including returning guards. Additional Comments Within Otsego County, lifeguard roles are available at: Gilbert Lake Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity. Closing Date/Time: 05/24/24
Apr 23, 2024
Full Time
Minimum Qualifications Please review the qualifications to be a lifeguard candidate here: https://parks.ny.gov/employment/lifeguards/default.aspx Learn about the swim and lifesaving segments of the lifeguard qualifier, the skills required, and what to bring at: New York State: https://parks.ny.gov/employment/lifeguards/exam-information.aspx You can start the application process by: Confirming you have the minimum qualifications to be a lifeguard candidate here: https://parks.ny.gov/employment/lifeguards/default.aspx Learning about the lifeguard qualifier, the skills required, and what to bring at: New York State: https://parks.ny.gov/employment/lifeguards/exam-information.aspx Duties Description We're Hiring! Become a New York State Parks Lifeguard! Our lifeguards are a vital asset to the New York State Parks system, each year protecting more than 25 million swimmers statewide. If you are at least 15 years old, a strong swimmer, love the outdoors, and have a desire to help your community all while working in some of the most scenic locations in the state, we strongly encourage you to apply. Lifeguard positions are available statewide and all candidates must qualify annually, including returning guards. Additional Comments Within Otsego County, lifeguard roles are available at: Gilbert Lake Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity. Closing Date/Time: 05/24/24
New York State Office of Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation
Valley Cottage, New York, United States
Minimum Qualifications Please review the qualifications to be a lifeguard candidate here: https://parks.ny.gov/employment/lifeguards/default.aspx Learn about the swim and lifesaving segments of the lifeguard qualifier, the skills required, and what to bring at: New York State: https://parks.ny.gov/employment/lifeguards/exam-information.aspx You can start the application process by: Confirming you have the minimum qualifications to be a lifeguard candidate here: https://parks.ny.gov/employment/lifeguards/default.aspx Learning about the lifeguard qualifier, the skills required, and what to bring at: New York State: https://parks.ny.gov/employment/lifeguards/exam-information.aspx Duties Description We're Hiring! Become a New York State Parks Lifeguard! Our lifeguards are a vital asset to the New York State Parks system, each year protecting more than 25 million swimmers statewide. If you are at least 15 years old, a strong swimmer, love the outdoors, and have a desire to help your community all while working in some of the most scenic locations in the state, we strongly encourage you to apply. Lifeguard positions are available statewide and all candidates must qualify annually, including returning guards. Additional Comments Within Rockland County, lifeguard roles are available at: -Bear Mountain State Park -Rockland Lake State Park Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity. Closing Date/Time: 05/24/24
Apr 23, 2024
Full Time
Minimum Qualifications Please review the qualifications to be a lifeguard candidate here: https://parks.ny.gov/employment/lifeguards/default.aspx Learn about the swim and lifesaving segments of the lifeguard qualifier, the skills required, and what to bring at: New York State: https://parks.ny.gov/employment/lifeguards/exam-information.aspx You can start the application process by: Confirming you have the minimum qualifications to be a lifeguard candidate here: https://parks.ny.gov/employment/lifeguards/default.aspx Learning about the lifeguard qualifier, the skills required, and what to bring at: New York State: https://parks.ny.gov/employment/lifeguards/exam-information.aspx Duties Description We're Hiring! Become a New York State Parks Lifeguard! Our lifeguards are a vital asset to the New York State Parks system, each year protecting more than 25 million swimmers statewide. If you are at least 15 years old, a strong swimmer, love the outdoors, and have a desire to help your community all while working in some of the most scenic locations in the state, we strongly encourage you to apply. Lifeguard positions are available statewide and all candidates must qualify annually, including returning guards. Additional Comments Within Rockland County, lifeguard roles are available at: -Bear Mountain State Park -Rockland Lake State Park Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity. Closing Date/Time: 05/24/24
New York State Office of Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation
Ancram, New York, United States
Minimum Qualifications Please review the qualifications to be a lifeguard candidate here: https://parks.ny.gov/employment/lifeguards/default.aspx Learn about the swim and lifesaving segments of the lifeguard qualifier, the skills required, and what to bring at: New York State: https://parks.ny.gov/employment/lifeguards/exam-information.aspx You can start the application process by: Confirming you have the minimum qualifications to be a lifeguard candidate here: https://parks.ny.gov/employment/lifeguards/default.aspx Learning about the lifeguard qualifier, the skills required, and what to bring at: New York State: https://parks.ny.gov/employment/lifeguards/exam-information.aspx Duties Description We're Hiring! Become a New York State Parks Lifeguard! Our lifeguards are a vital asset to the New York State Parks system, each year protecting more than 25 million swimmers statewide. If you are at least 15 years old, a strong swimmer, love the outdoors, and have a desire to help your community all while working in some of the most scenic locations in the state, we strongly encourage you to apply. Lifeguard positions are available statewide and all candidates must qualify annually, including returning guards. Additional Comments Within Columbia County, lifeguard roles are available at: Lake Taghkanic State Park Taconic State Park/Copake Falls Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity. Closing Date/Time: 05/24/24
Apr 23, 2024
Full Time
Minimum Qualifications Please review the qualifications to be a lifeguard candidate here: https://parks.ny.gov/employment/lifeguards/default.aspx Learn about the swim and lifesaving segments of the lifeguard qualifier, the skills required, and what to bring at: New York State: https://parks.ny.gov/employment/lifeguards/exam-information.aspx You can start the application process by: Confirming you have the minimum qualifications to be a lifeguard candidate here: https://parks.ny.gov/employment/lifeguards/default.aspx Learning about the lifeguard qualifier, the skills required, and what to bring at: New York State: https://parks.ny.gov/employment/lifeguards/exam-information.aspx Duties Description We're Hiring! Become a New York State Parks Lifeguard! Our lifeguards are a vital asset to the New York State Parks system, each year protecting more than 25 million swimmers statewide. If you are at least 15 years old, a strong swimmer, love the outdoors, and have a desire to help your community all while working in some of the most scenic locations in the state, we strongly encourage you to apply. Lifeguard positions are available statewide and all candidates must qualify annually, including returning guards. Additional Comments Within Columbia County, lifeguard roles are available at: Lake Taghkanic State Park Taconic State Park/Copake Falls Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity. Closing Date/Time: 05/24/24
CITY OF LAGUNA BEACH, CA
Laguna Beach, California, United States
Description The City of Laguna Beach Marine Safety Department is seeking skilled and motivated individuals with a passion for public safety to fill the position of Recurrent Hourly Lifeguard (Part-Time). The Position : Under general supervision, the position of Recurrent Hourly Lifeguard participates in marine and other related emergencies; makes rescues and prevents marine accidents; patrols beaches with the overall goal of providing protection to life, limb and property; provides responsible staffing assistance to his or her assigned supervisor. Reports to/Supervises : Reports to a Marine Safety Captain, Lieutenant or Marine Safety Officer. Provides technical assistance to subordinate personnel. This position is subject to both on-call and 24-hour call-back. Application/Selection Process: Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis, with the next review date to be determined, if needed. Applications will be screened carefully and selected candidates will undergo an oral interview. The appointing hiring authority will further review the job-related qualifications of those deemed eligible for hire before making selection decisions. Pre-Placement Process: Selected candidates must successfully pass a thorough police b ackground check (including a polygraph examination), a fingerprint check with the State Department of Justice, and a pre-placement physical including a drug test. Examples of Duties The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned. Participates in and assumes control of rescues, first aids and aquatic emergencies until relieved by a supervisor, including ocean, river/flood channel, lake, cliff and/or scuba rescue/recovery operations and back country extrication Enforces municipal ordinances as well as California Fish and Game codes and Harbor and Navigation regulations Provides educational information to the public; prevents accidents and drownings through public contacts; maintains daily activity log and completes reports Operates specialized lifesaving equipment and administers emergency medical treatment at an Emergency Medical Technician I level Assures maintenance of departmental equipment, facilities and supplies; performs related duties as required Informs bathers and boaters of hazardous ocean conditions; removes dangerous objects from ocean and surf line Under the direction of full-time staff, the Recurrent Hourly Lifeguard works with employees to correct deficiencies in ocean rescue and lifeguard techniques Briefs subordinate personnel concerning conditions; gives direction to subordinates in marine safety operations, basic oceanography and marine science Works weekend and holiday shifts as assigned and is subject to 24 hour call-back Qualifications Any combination demonstrating the ability to effectively and successfully perform the duties of the position is considered qualifying. A typical combination is as follows: Education : Successful completion of high school; a two or four year college or university degree is preferred. Experience : Minimum of three (3) seasonal years (1,560 hours) with at least one (1) year (520 hours) in a supervisory role as an ocean lifeguard. License/Certificate Requirements : Due to the performance of some field duties which may require the operation of a personal or City vehicle, a valid California Driver’s license and an acceptable driving record are required. Advanced United State Lifesaving Association Certification; National, State, or County valid Emergency Medical Technician I certification and Health Care Provider CPR and AED certification. NAUI or PADI scuba certification. The following must be obtained within 18 months of employment : NAUI advanced diver certification, California State Peace Officer certification, PC 832, river/flood rescue certification from an accredited agency (awareness level); Completion of California State Fire Marshall Courses ICS 200, 300, Rescue Systems I and Hazardous Materials Operational. Must obtain a Rescue Water Craft Certification. Supplemental Information Knowledge of: Principles and practices of modern, open-water lifesaving techniques; equipment and apparatus used in ocean lifesaving operations including emergency rescue response vehicle operations; Appropriate Basic Life Support and EMT protocols; principles and practices of advanced underwater search and recovery techniques and advanced diving physics; procedures of record keeping; principles of basic report preparation; principles and practices in dealing with the public; municipal ordinances, California Harbor and Navigation regulations and California Fish & Game Codes; specialized lifesaving equipment and public relations skills. Ability to: Swim, paddle and make rescues in adverse weather and surf conditions; assess emergencies and adopt effective courses of action within the Incident Command System; use compass and navigational aids; operate four wheel emergency rescue response vehicles; perform underwater search and recovery operations; learn, interpret, apply and enforce the policies, procedures, laws, ordinances and regulations dealing with the enforcement of municipal and marine law and the City Department and division policies and procedures; maintain and prepare accurate and complete narrative reports from personal observations and information provided by others, using correct English spelling and grammar; use a computer for word processing, record keeping and other routine duties; speak clearly and understand and carry out written and verbal instructions, operate standard office equipment, learn and understand pertinent procedures and functions quickly and perform without immediate supervision using appropriate judgment; remain calm and courteous under pressure, accept responsibility and accountability for the performance of duties and maintain effective, professional, courteous and cooperative working relationships with those encountered in the performance of duties. Physical, Mental and Environmental Working Conditions : Must be able to pass bi-annual physical fitness standards along with swimming 1,000 meters in under twenty minutes in the annual open ocean re-qualification swim; physical demands require bending, stooping, and safely moving, lifting, and dragging upwards of 150 pounds unaided; must have vision correctable to 20/20, functional color vision, and normal hearing. Duties and responsibilities are carried out in a beach and ocean environment involving prolonged exposure to cold weather, water and sun. The employee may be exposed to hazardous materials and communicable diseases. Must have the physical strength, endurance and ability required for: swimming, paddling, running, walking, standing or sitting for extend periods of time; operating assigned motorized equipment, vehicles and vessels. The incumbent must also be able to bend at the neck and waist, squat, climb, and twist at the neck and waist; engage in repetitive use of hands for simple to power grasping, must be able to use hands for fine manipulations, pushing, pulling and reaching above and below shoulder level; reach, twist, lean, operate a computer keyboard for a prolonged or intermittent period of time, lift files and reports from counter tops or file drawers. The operation of a personal computer requires finger and wrist dexterity and the ability to withstand exposure to vibration, pitch and glare from a computer. Laguna Beach: With seven miles of City beaches and towering hills with captivating Pacific views, Laguna Beach residents enjoy some of the most stunning landscapes in Southern California. The City of Laguna Beach hosts millions of visitors to its world-famous arts festivals and beautiful beaches. Services provided to its resident population of approximately 24,000 include police, fire, marine safety, recreation, parks, public works, community development, parking, transit and animal control. The Department: The City of Laguna Beach, Department of Marine Safety protects over six million beach visitors along five-and-a-half miles of the City's coastline. Every day of the year, lifeguards ensure safety and provide customer service to the visitors on the beach, boardwalk, and in the ocean. The Marine Safety Department provides the City of Laguna Beach with the highest level of lifeguarding services and is recognized as an Advanced Agency by the United States Lifesaving Association. LAGUNA BEACH MARINE SAFETY ASSOCIATION (LBMSA) Pay Plan: The basic pay ranges are composed of eight (8) steps. Overtime/Compensatory Time: All unit employees shall be compensated at a rate of time and one-half for all hours worked in excess of forty (40) hours per workweek. Recurrent Hourly Lifeguards may request compensatory time off subject to approval by the appointing authority. They may accumulate a maximum of eight (8) hours of compensatory time at the employee’s option. An additional sixteen (16) hours of compensatory time may accumulate with management approval. Use of compensatory time is subject to management approval on a request-by-request basis. Special Pay: All unit employees shall receive a pay advance of two pay steps and 5% of their base pay for obtaining their Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification. Equipment Allowance: Effective the pay period that includes July 1 of each year all unit employees shall be paid an amount of $250.00 for necessary, self-procured equipment, including sunglasses, mask, snorkel, fins, binoculars, and a jacket. Retirement: The City shall deduct 3.75% of the gross pay from eligible unit employees’ bi-weekly paychecks and contribute such amount to the Public Agency Retirement System (“PARS”) accounts of all said eligible “Seasonal Ocean Lifeguards,” or to another qualified retirement program that has been agreed upon by the parties and is applicable to “Seasonal Ocean Lifeguards.” Additionally, the City shall contribute the equivalent of 3.75% of unit employees’ gross pay into eligible unit employees’ PARS accounts. For Recurrent Hourly Lifeguards only, the City shall contribute the equivalent of 7.5% of unit employees’ gross pay into the eligible employees’ PARS accounts, or to another qualified retirement program that has been agreed upon by the parties and is applicable to Recurrent Hourly Lifeguards. Deferred Compensation Plan: All Recurrent Hourly Lifeguards will be eligible to make voluntary contributions to one of the City’s 457(b) deferred compensation plans. Health: For Recurrent Hourly Lifeguards only , medical coverage will be provided as follows: The City will pay the full cost of the HMO plan rate for employee only; family coverage will be offered at full cost to employee. Part-time unit members who qualify for medical coverage under the Affordable Care Act will be offered access to the City’s HMO plan. Eligible employees who elect coverage under the City’s plan shall pay the entire premium amount, with no contribution from the City. Flexible Spending Plan for Recurrent Hourly Lifeguards: Each January, the City will deposit a lump sum amount of five hundred dollars ($500) into a flexible spending plan for each Recurrent Hourly Lifeguard to use for eligible IRS 125 expenses (medical, prescription, dental, vision). Skin Cancer Screenings: Annual skin cancer screening examinations shall be provided to all unit employees at a facility selected by City. Unit employees who are screened off duty will be paid one (1) hour of compensation. Sick Leave: Effective July 1 of each year, employees are granted 3 days or 24 hours, whichever is greater. In October of each year, employees will be granted one additional sick day or 8 hours of sick leave, whichever is greater, above the statutory paid sick leave. Employees may carry over accrued sick days to the following year, with a maximum cap of 6 days or 48 hours, whichever is greater. Accrued sick leave will be restored if an employee separates from the City but returns within 12 months.
Apr 21, 2024
Part Time
Description The City of Laguna Beach Marine Safety Department is seeking skilled and motivated individuals with a passion for public safety to fill the position of Recurrent Hourly Lifeguard (Part-Time). The Position : Under general supervision, the position of Recurrent Hourly Lifeguard participates in marine and other related emergencies; makes rescues and prevents marine accidents; patrols beaches with the overall goal of providing protection to life, limb and property; provides responsible staffing assistance to his or her assigned supervisor. Reports to/Supervises : Reports to a Marine Safety Captain, Lieutenant or Marine Safety Officer. Provides technical assistance to subordinate personnel. This position is subject to both on-call and 24-hour call-back. Application/Selection Process: Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis, with the next review date to be determined, if needed. Applications will be screened carefully and selected candidates will undergo an oral interview. The appointing hiring authority will further review the job-related qualifications of those deemed eligible for hire before making selection decisions. Pre-Placement Process: Selected candidates must successfully pass a thorough police b ackground check (including a polygraph examination), a fingerprint check with the State Department of Justice, and a pre-placement physical including a drug test. Examples of Duties The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned. Participates in and assumes control of rescues, first aids and aquatic emergencies until relieved by a supervisor, including ocean, river/flood channel, lake, cliff and/or scuba rescue/recovery operations and back country extrication Enforces municipal ordinances as well as California Fish and Game codes and Harbor and Navigation regulations Provides educational information to the public; prevents accidents and drownings through public contacts; maintains daily activity log and completes reports Operates specialized lifesaving equipment and administers emergency medical treatment at an Emergency Medical Technician I level Assures maintenance of departmental equipment, facilities and supplies; performs related duties as required Informs bathers and boaters of hazardous ocean conditions; removes dangerous objects from ocean and surf line Under the direction of full-time staff, the Recurrent Hourly Lifeguard works with employees to correct deficiencies in ocean rescue and lifeguard techniques Briefs subordinate personnel concerning conditions; gives direction to subordinates in marine safety operations, basic oceanography and marine science Works weekend and holiday shifts as assigned and is subject to 24 hour call-back Qualifications Any combination demonstrating the ability to effectively and successfully perform the duties of the position is considered qualifying. A typical combination is as follows: Education : Successful completion of high school; a two or four year college or university degree is preferred. Experience : Minimum of three (3) seasonal years (1,560 hours) with at least one (1) year (520 hours) in a supervisory role as an ocean lifeguard. License/Certificate Requirements : Due to the performance of some field duties which may require the operation of a personal or City vehicle, a valid California Driver’s license and an acceptable driving record are required. Advanced United State Lifesaving Association Certification; National, State, or County valid Emergency Medical Technician I certification and Health Care Provider CPR and AED certification. NAUI or PADI scuba certification. The following must be obtained within 18 months of employment : NAUI advanced diver certification, California State Peace Officer certification, PC 832, river/flood rescue certification from an accredited agency (awareness level); Completion of California State Fire Marshall Courses ICS 200, 300, Rescue Systems I and Hazardous Materials Operational. Must obtain a Rescue Water Craft Certification. Supplemental Information Knowledge of: Principles and practices of modern, open-water lifesaving techniques; equipment and apparatus used in ocean lifesaving operations including emergency rescue response vehicle operations; Appropriate Basic Life Support and EMT protocols; principles and practices of advanced underwater search and recovery techniques and advanced diving physics; procedures of record keeping; principles of basic report preparation; principles and practices in dealing with the public; municipal ordinances, California Harbor and Navigation regulations and California Fish & Game Codes; specialized lifesaving equipment and public relations skills. Ability to: Swim, paddle and make rescues in adverse weather and surf conditions; assess emergencies and adopt effective courses of action within the Incident Command System; use compass and navigational aids; operate four wheel emergency rescue response vehicles; perform underwater search and recovery operations; learn, interpret, apply and enforce the policies, procedures, laws, ordinances and regulations dealing with the enforcement of municipal and marine law and the City Department and division policies and procedures; maintain and prepare accurate and complete narrative reports from personal observations and information provided by others, using correct English spelling and grammar; use a computer for word processing, record keeping and other routine duties; speak clearly and understand and carry out written and verbal instructions, operate standard office equipment, learn and understand pertinent procedures and functions quickly and perform without immediate supervision using appropriate judgment; remain calm and courteous under pressure, accept responsibility and accountability for the performance of duties and maintain effective, professional, courteous and cooperative working relationships with those encountered in the performance of duties. Physical, Mental and Environmental Working Conditions : Must be able to pass bi-annual physical fitness standards along with swimming 1,000 meters in under twenty minutes in the annual open ocean re-qualification swim; physical demands require bending, stooping, and safely moving, lifting, and dragging upwards of 150 pounds unaided; must have vision correctable to 20/20, functional color vision, and normal hearing. Duties and responsibilities are carried out in a beach and ocean environment involving prolonged exposure to cold weather, water and sun. The employee may be exposed to hazardous materials and communicable diseases. Must have the physical strength, endurance and ability required for: swimming, paddling, running, walking, standing or sitting for extend periods of time; operating assigned motorized equipment, vehicles and vessels. The incumbent must also be able to bend at the neck and waist, squat, climb, and twist at the neck and waist; engage in repetitive use of hands for simple to power grasping, must be able to use hands for fine manipulations, pushing, pulling and reaching above and below shoulder level; reach, twist, lean, operate a computer keyboard for a prolonged or intermittent period of time, lift files and reports from counter tops or file drawers. The operation of a personal computer requires finger and wrist dexterity and the ability to withstand exposure to vibration, pitch and glare from a computer. Laguna Beach: With seven miles of City beaches and towering hills with captivating Pacific views, Laguna Beach residents enjoy some of the most stunning landscapes in Southern California. The City of Laguna Beach hosts millions of visitors to its world-famous arts festivals and beautiful beaches. Services provided to its resident population of approximately 24,000 include police, fire, marine safety, recreation, parks, public works, community development, parking, transit and animal control. The Department: The City of Laguna Beach, Department of Marine Safety protects over six million beach visitors along five-and-a-half miles of the City's coastline. Every day of the year, lifeguards ensure safety and provide customer service to the visitors on the beach, boardwalk, and in the ocean. The Marine Safety Department provides the City of Laguna Beach with the highest level of lifeguarding services and is recognized as an Advanced Agency by the United States Lifesaving Association. LAGUNA BEACH MARINE SAFETY ASSOCIATION (LBMSA) Pay Plan: The basic pay ranges are composed of eight (8) steps. Overtime/Compensatory Time: All unit employees shall be compensated at a rate of time and one-half for all hours worked in excess of forty (40) hours per workweek. Recurrent Hourly Lifeguards may request compensatory time off subject to approval by the appointing authority. They may accumulate a maximum of eight (8) hours of compensatory time at the employee’s option. An additional sixteen (16) hours of compensatory time may accumulate with management approval. Use of compensatory time is subject to management approval on a request-by-request basis. Special Pay: All unit employees shall receive a pay advance of two pay steps and 5% of their base pay for obtaining their Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification. Equipment Allowance: Effective the pay period that includes July 1 of each year all unit employees shall be paid an amount of $250.00 for necessary, self-procured equipment, including sunglasses, mask, snorkel, fins, binoculars, and a jacket. Retirement: The City shall deduct 3.75% of the gross pay from eligible unit employees’ bi-weekly paychecks and contribute such amount to the Public Agency Retirement System (“PARS”) accounts of all said eligible “Seasonal Ocean Lifeguards,” or to another qualified retirement program that has been agreed upon by the parties and is applicable to “Seasonal Ocean Lifeguards.” Additionally, the City shall contribute the equivalent of 3.75% of unit employees’ gross pay into eligible unit employees’ PARS accounts. For Recurrent Hourly Lifeguards only, the City shall contribute the equivalent of 7.5% of unit employees’ gross pay into the eligible employees’ PARS accounts, or to another qualified retirement program that has been agreed upon by the parties and is applicable to Recurrent Hourly Lifeguards. Deferred Compensation Plan: All Recurrent Hourly Lifeguards will be eligible to make voluntary contributions to one of the City’s 457(b) deferred compensation plans. Health: For Recurrent Hourly Lifeguards only , medical coverage will be provided as follows: The City will pay the full cost of the HMO plan rate for employee only; family coverage will be offered at full cost to employee. Part-time unit members who qualify for medical coverage under the Affordable Care Act will be offered access to the City’s HMO plan. Eligible employees who elect coverage under the City’s plan shall pay the entire premium amount, with no contribution from the City. Flexible Spending Plan for Recurrent Hourly Lifeguards: Each January, the City will deposit a lump sum amount of five hundred dollars ($500) into a flexible spending plan for each Recurrent Hourly Lifeguard to use for eligible IRS 125 expenses (medical, prescription, dental, vision). Skin Cancer Screenings: Annual skin cancer screening examinations shall be provided to all unit employees at a facility selected by City. Unit employees who are screened off duty will be paid one (1) hour of compensation. Sick Leave: Effective July 1 of each year, employees are granted 3 days or 24 hours, whichever is greater. In October of each year, employees will be granted one additional sick day or 8 hours of sick leave, whichever is greater, above the statutory paid sick leave. Employees may carry over accrued sick days to the following year, with a maximum cap of 6 days or 48 hours, whichever is greater. Accrued sick leave will be restored if an employee separates from the City but returns within 12 months.
California State University (CSU) Northridge
18111 Nordhoff Street, Northridge, CA 91330, USA
Duties and Responsibilities: Under the direct supervision of the BISC Manager and/or Executive Director of the CSUN Aquatic Center at Castaic Lake, this position will provide programming support for water safety and boating, including customer service, participant supervision, facility and program safety, equipment and facility cleaning, launching/operating vessels, and providing basic program facilitation/instruction. Qualifications: Ability to lift and move 50 lbs. Aquatic/Boating knowledge a plus. Must be able to effectively work in an environment that will involve exposure to sun, wind, heat/cold, inclement weather, sand, water, and other outdoor elements. Lifeguard Training Required; American Red Cross Waterfront Certification preferred Water Safety Instructor Required; American Red Cross preferred Boating Certifications from American Canoe Association, US Boating, US Sailing, etc. preferred Pay, Benefits, & Work Schedule This position is employed through The University Corporation (TUC). Full Pay range: $19-$22 Time Base: Part- Time Duties and Responsibilities: Under the direct supervision of the BISC Manager and/or Executive Director of the CSUN Aquatic Center at Castaic Lake, this position will provide programming support for water safety and boating, including customer service, participant supervision, facility and program safety, equipment and facility cleaning, launching/operating vessels, and providing basic program facilitation/instruction. Qualifications: Ability to lift and move 50 lbs. Aquatic/Boating knowledge a plus. Must be able to effectively work in an environment that will involve exposure to sun, wind, heat/cold, inclement weather, sand, water, and other outdoor elements. Lifeguard Training Required; American Red Cross Waterfront Certification preferred Water Safety Instructor Required; American Red Cross preferred Boating Certifications from American Canoe Association, US Boating, US Sailing, etc. preferred Pay, Benefits, & Work Schedule This position is employed through The University Corporation (TUC). Schedule: VARIES BASED ON MANAGER NEED Full Pay range: $19-$22 Hiring range: $19-$22 Time Base: Part- Time General Information THE SELECTED CANDIDATE IS REQUIRED TO PASS A THOROUGH DEPARTMENT BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION AND LIVE SCAN. How to Apply Please complete the online application/resume upload submission process in order to be considered for any open position within the university and its auxiliaries. The hiring department will contact the best-qualified candidates and invite them to participate in the interview process. Application Screening begins September 29, 2023 and will continue until the position is filled. In order to be considered in the initial review, applications must be submitted prior to the date listed above. Application submissions received after the application screening date will be reviewed at the discretion of the University. For more detailed information on the application and hiring process, please view the link below: http://www-admn.csun.edu/ohrs/employment/ Equal Employment Opportunity The University Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, gender, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, and disability. Applicants who wish to request an accommodation for a disability may contact the Office of Equity and Diversity at (818) 677-2077. Advertised: Sep 20 2023 Pacific Daylight Time Applications close: Closing Date/Time:
Mar 07, 2024
Duties and Responsibilities: Under the direct supervision of the BISC Manager and/or Executive Director of the CSUN Aquatic Center at Castaic Lake, this position will provide programming support for water safety and boating, including customer service, participant supervision, facility and program safety, equipment and facility cleaning, launching/operating vessels, and providing basic program facilitation/instruction. Qualifications: Ability to lift and move 50 lbs. Aquatic/Boating knowledge a plus. Must be able to effectively work in an environment that will involve exposure to sun, wind, heat/cold, inclement weather, sand, water, and other outdoor elements. Lifeguard Training Required; American Red Cross Waterfront Certification preferred Water Safety Instructor Required; American Red Cross preferred Boating Certifications from American Canoe Association, US Boating, US Sailing, etc. preferred Pay, Benefits, & Work Schedule This position is employed through The University Corporation (TUC). Full Pay range: $19-$22 Time Base: Part- Time Duties and Responsibilities: Under the direct supervision of the BISC Manager and/or Executive Director of the CSUN Aquatic Center at Castaic Lake, this position will provide programming support for water safety and boating, including customer service, participant supervision, facility and program safety, equipment and facility cleaning, launching/operating vessels, and providing basic program facilitation/instruction. Qualifications: Ability to lift and move 50 lbs. Aquatic/Boating knowledge a plus. Must be able to effectively work in an environment that will involve exposure to sun, wind, heat/cold, inclement weather, sand, water, and other outdoor elements. Lifeguard Training Required; American Red Cross Waterfront Certification preferred Water Safety Instructor Required; American Red Cross preferred Boating Certifications from American Canoe Association, US Boating, US Sailing, etc. preferred Pay, Benefits, & Work Schedule This position is employed through The University Corporation (TUC). Schedule: VARIES BASED ON MANAGER NEED Full Pay range: $19-$22 Hiring range: $19-$22 Time Base: Part- Time General Information THE SELECTED CANDIDATE IS REQUIRED TO PASS A THOROUGH DEPARTMENT BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION AND LIVE SCAN. How to Apply Please complete the online application/resume upload submission process in order to be considered for any open position within the university and its auxiliaries. The hiring department will contact the best-qualified candidates and invite them to participate in the interview process. Application Screening begins September 29, 2023 and will continue until the position is filled. In order to be considered in the initial review, applications must be submitted prior to the date listed above. Application submissions received after the application screening date will be reviewed at the discretion of the University. For more detailed information on the application and hiring process, please view the link below: http://www-admn.csun.edu/ohrs/employment/ Equal Employment Opportunity The University Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, gender, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, and disability. Applicants who wish to request an accommodation for a disability may contact the Office of Equity and Diversity at (818) 677-2077. Advertised: Sep 20 2023 Pacific Daylight Time Applications close: Closing Date/Time:
New York State Office of Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation
Copake Falls, New York, United States
Minimum Qualifications Please review the qualifications to be a lifeguard candidate here: https://parks.ny.gov/employment/lifeguards/default.aspx Learn about the swim and lifesaving segments of the lifeguard qualifier, the skills required, and what to bring at: New York State: https://parks.ny.gov/employment/lifeguards/exam-information.aspx You can start the application process by: Confirming you have the minimum qualifications to be a lifeguard candidate here: https://parks.ny.gov/employment/lifeguards/default.aspx Learning about the lifeguard qualifier, the skills required, and what to bring at: New York State: https://parks.ny.gov/employment/lifeguards/exam-information.aspx Duties Description We're Hiring! Become a New York State Parks Lifeguard! Our lifeguards are a vital asset to the New York State Parks system, each year protecting more than 25 million swimmers statewide. If you are at least 15 years old, a strong swimmer, love the outdoors, and have a desire to help your community all while working in some of the most scenic locations in the state, we strongly encourage you to apply. Lifeguard positions are available statewide and all candidates must qualify annually, including returning guards. Additional Comments Within Columbia County, lifeguard roles are available at: Lake Taghkanic State Park Taconic State Park/Copake Falls Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity. Closing Date/Time: 05/24/24
May 01, 2024
Full Time
Minimum Qualifications Please review the qualifications to be a lifeguard candidate here: https://parks.ny.gov/employment/lifeguards/default.aspx Learn about the swim and lifesaving segments of the lifeguard qualifier, the skills required, and what to bring at: New York State: https://parks.ny.gov/employment/lifeguards/exam-information.aspx You can start the application process by: Confirming you have the minimum qualifications to be a lifeguard candidate here: https://parks.ny.gov/employment/lifeguards/default.aspx Learning about the lifeguard qualifier, the skills required, and what to bring at: New York State: https://parks.ny.gov/employment/lifeguards/exam-information.aspx Duties Description We're Hiring! Become a New York State Parks Lifeguard! Our lifeguards are a vital asset to the New York State Parks system, each year protecting more than 25 million swimmers statewide. If you are at least 15 years old, a strong swimmer, love the outdoors, and have a desire to help your community all while working in some of the most scenic locations in the state, we strongly encourage you to apply. Lifeguard positions are available statewide and all candidates must qualify annually, including returning guards. Additional Comments Within Columbia County, lifeguard roles are available at: Lake Taghkanic State Park Taconic State Park/Copake Falls Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity. Closing Date/Time: 05/24/24
New York State Office of Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation
Tomkins Cove, New York, United States
Minimum Qualifications Please review the qualifications to be a lifeguard candidate here: https://parks.ny.gov/employment/lifeguards/default.aspx Learn about the swim and lifesaving segments of the lifeguard qualifier, the skills required, and what to bring at: New York State: https://parks.ny.gov/employment/lifeguards/exam-information.aspx You can start the application process by: Confirming you have the minimum qualifications to be a lifeguard candidate here: https://parks.ny.gov/employment/lifeguards/default.aspx Learning about the lifeguard qualifier, the skills required, and what to bring at: New York State: https://parks.ny.gov/employment/lifeguards/exam-information.aspx Duties Description We're Hiring! Become a New York State Parks Lifeguard! Our lifeguards are a vital asset to the New York State Parks system, each year protecting more than 25 million swimmers statewide. If you are at least 15 years old, a strong swimmer, love the outdoors, and have a desire to help your community all while working in some of the most scenic locations in the state, we strongly encourage you to apply. Lifeguard positions are available statewide and all candidates must qualify annually, including returning guards. Additional Comments Within Rockland County, lifeguard roles are available at: -Bear Mountain State Park -Rockland Lake State Park Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity. Closing Date/Time: 05/24/24
Apr 23, 2024
Full Time
Minimum Qualifications Please review the qualifications to be a lifeguard candidate here: https://parks.ny.gov/employment/lifeguards/default.aspx Learn about the swim and lifesaving segments of the lifeguard qualifier, the skills required, and what to bring at: New York State: https://parks.ny.gov/employment/lifeguards/exam-information.aspx You can start the application process by: Confirming you have the minimum qualifications to be a lifeguard candidate here: https://parks.ny.gov/employment/lifeguards/default.aspx Learning about the lifeguard qualifier, the skills required, and what to bring at: New York State: https://parks.ny.gov/employment/lifeguards/exam-information.aspx Duties Description We're Hiring! Become a New York State Parks Lifeguard! Our lifeguards are a vital asset to the New York State Parks system, each year protecting more than 25 million swimmers statewide. If you are at least 15 years old, a strong swimmer, love the outdoors, and have a desire to help your community all while working in some of the most scenic locations in the state, we strongly encourage you to apply. Lifeguard positions are available statewide and all candidates must qualify annually, including returning guards. Additional Comments Within Rockland County, lifeguard roles are available at: -Bear Mountain State Park -Rockland Lake State Park Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity. Closing Date/Time: 05/24/24
City of Los Angeles
City Of Los Angeles, California, United States
DUTIES ANNUAL SALARY $56,376 to $82,434; $62,765 to $91,788; and $91,725 to $102,228 NOTES : Candidates from the eligible list are normally appointed to vacancies in the lower pay grade positions.Annual salary is at the start of the pay range. The current salary range is subject to change. Please confirm the starting salary with the hiring department before accepting a job offer. An Aquatic Facility Manager directs or assists in the direction of the operation of a City pool, ocean beach, or lake facility; assigns, reviews, and evaluates the work of employees at these facilities; formulates, organizes, and conducts a comprehensive program of aquatic activities for adults and children at a City aquatic facility or may plan and organize specialized regional aquatic programs; coaches team and individual aquatic sports; conducts swimming, lifesaving, and instructor level classes; may act as a lifeguard; recruits, trains, certifies and supervises lifesaving personnel; applies sound supervisory principles and techniques in building and maintaining an effective workforce; and fulfills equal employment opportunity responsibilities. REQUIREMENT(S)/MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S) Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university and 1040 hours of paid experience as a Seasonal Pool Manager or an Open Water Lifeguard II or in a class at that level supervising water lifesaving activities. PROCESS NOTES Applicants must include the specific beginning and ending dates (month, day and year); and number of hours worked per week for each period of qualifying experience.At the time of appointment you must present the following valid certifications: a) Water Safety Instructor Certification issued by the American Red Cross; b) Title 22 First Aid Certification for Public Safety Personnel issued by the American Red Cross; c) Lifeguard Certification issued by the American Red Cross or the City of Los Angeles Aquatics Division; and d) Basic Life Support Certification issued by the American Heart Association or American Red Cross. A valid California driver’s license is required within two months after appointment. Applicants will be disqualified and not eligible for hire if their record within the last 36 months reflects three or more moving violations and/or at-fault accidents, or a conviction of a major moving violation (such as DUI).Applicants using City of Los Angeles experience must submit with their application a City of Los Angeles “Verification of Work Experience” (VWE) form with the required signatures, verifying their experience as a Seasonal Pool Manager or an Open Water Lifeguard II or in a class at that level supervising water lifesaving activities. The VWE form should indicate the type of work performed, dates in which the work was performed, and the percentage of time spent performing such work. The VWE form may be obtained on-line at http://per.lacity.org/exams/vwe-sup.pdf . Applicants may attach their completed VWE form to their on-line application at the time of filing, or will have seven (7) calendar days from the on-line submission date to e-mail a copy of their completed VWE form to per.appdocs@lacity.org . The subject line of your e-mail must include the exam title, your name and indicate it is a VWE. In the body of your e-mail, you must also include your first and last name, last four digits of your Social Security Number and contact phone number. Applicants who fail to submit their VWE form within the time required will not be considered further and their applications will not be processed.Please note that qualifying education must be from a college or university accredited by a City of Los Angeles recognized agency. A list of approved accrediting agencies can be found at http://per.lacity.org/Accredited%20Institutions%2008-21-08.pdf .Candidates completing the examination process will be contacted by the Personnel Department to provide required proof of qualifying degree. Applicants who wish to expedite this process may attach a copy of their qualifying degree to their on-line application at the time of filing in the Attachments section. WHERE TO APPLY & APPLICATION DEADLINE Applications will only be accepted on-line on the dates listed in the “Application Deadline” section of this bulletin. When you are viewing the on-line job bulletin of your choice, simply scroll to the top of the page and select the “Apply” icon. On-line job bulletins are also available at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacity . NOTE : Applicants are urged to apply early to ensure you have time to resolve any technical issues you may encounter. APPLICATION DEADLINE Applications will only be accepted on-line on the dates listed below: Friday, July 28, 2023 to Thursday, August 17, 2023 Friday, January 19, 2024 to Thursday, February 1, 2024 The examination may close without prior notice at any time after a sufficient number of applications have been received. Filing periods may change without prior notice or additional dates may be added, as needed, at a later date. For administrative purposes, filing will close periodically and reopen on the dates noted in the “Application Deadline” section of this bulletin. In accordance with Civil Service Rule 4.2, all applicants who apply may not be tested in this examination. To meet anticipated hiring needs, only a limited number of qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the selection process in the following order: 1) Applicants currently employed by the City of Los Angeles who meet the minimum requirement, or are on a reserve list; 2) Remaining applicants who meet the minimum requirement in sufficient numbers to meet hiring needs based on a random sampling of those qualified candidates. Applicants not selected to be tested may re-apply in a subsequent filing period in order to be considered for that period’s selection process. SELECTION PROCESS Examination Weights: Essay: Advisory Interview: 100% The examination will consist entirely of an evaluation of professional and personal qualifications by interview. In the interview, the following competencies may be evaluated: Judgment and Decision Making; Stress Tolerance; Supervision; Written Communication; Community Relations; Safety Focus, including knowledge of: hazards commonly encountered in aquatics recreation, and the methods used to identify, prevent, and/or address them; lifesaving and first-aid procedures and techniques; principles and practices used to test the water quality of public pools; safety regulations and requirements relevant to an aquatic environment, including those required by the California Occupational Safety and Health Administration (Cal/OSHA); lifesaving equipment used at pools, ocean beaches, and lake facilities, including the uses and care of such equipment; Public Health Code standards for aquatic operations; Job Knowledge, including knowledge of: various types of aquatic activities and sports; maintenance equipment used at aquatic facilities; and other necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities. Additional job analysis information can be obtained by going to https://per.lacity.org/jobs/job-analyses.cfm and clicking on Competencies under Aquatic Facility Manager. Prior to the interview, candidates will be required to prepare some written material related to the duties and responsibilities of an Aquatic Facility Manager. This essay material will not be separately scored, but will be presented to the interview board for review and consideration, which may include discussion, in the overall evaluation of the candidate. Those who do not complete the advisory essay will not be invited to the interview and will be considered to have failed the entire examination. To be considered complete, the advisory essay must include a substantive response for each question or problem included in the advisory essay for which a candidate is required to provide an answer. Please note that candidates must complete the advisory essay and meet the minimum qualification as stated on this bulletin in order to be considered further in the examination process. The advisory essay will be administered on-line . Candidates invited to participate in the examination will receive an e-mail from the City of Los Angeles outlining the specific steps needed to complete the on-line advisory essay. Candidates who fail to complete the advisory essay as instructed may be disqualified. For candidates who apply between Friday, July 28, 2023 and Thursday, August 17, 2023 , it is anticipated that the on-line advisory essay will be administered between Monday, September 25, 2023 and Monday, October 2, 2023 . For candidates who apply between Friday, January 19, 2024 and Thursday, February 1, 2024 , it is anticipated that the on-line advisory essay will be administered between Monday, March 11, 2024 and Monday, March 18, 2024 . Candidates will be notified later by e-mail of the date, time, and location of the interview, which may be held in Los Angeles or on-line. For candidates who apply between Friday, July 28, 2023 and Thursday, August 17, 2023 , it is anticipated that interviews will begin during the period of October 16, 2023 to October 27, 2023 . For candidates who apply between Friday, January 19, 2024 and Thursday, February 1, 2024 , it is anticipated that interviews will begin during the period of April 1, 2024 to April 12, 2024 . CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Candidates must achieve a qualifying time on the qualifying swimming test. The test will be given only to those candidates that receive a notice of certification and to employees annually. The test will consist of the following two events: A. 70-foot Dummy Tow (complete under 1 minute, 18 seconds). Rescue of a dummy from the bottom of the pool (12 feet under water and 70 feet from the start point); by racing dive, sprint, retrieval and by securing and lifting the dummy to the pool deck; and B. 200-yard Medley Swim (complete under 4 minutes, 18 seconds). Using proper style and form, swimming 50 yards of each of the following in sequence: conventional breaststroke, backstroke, sidestroke and crawl in the prone position. 2. Newly appointed candidates will be required to pass a medical examination given by a City physician. Hearing must be normal without correction and vision should be at least 20/200 in both eyes uncorrected, with normal color vision. Poorer vision may be accepted on a case by case basis to be determined by the City physician. Contact lenses may be permitted in some cases. 3. After appointment, Aquatic Facility Managers will be required to satisfactorily complete an in-service training course conducted by the Aquatics Division of the Department of Recreation and Parks. 4. After appointment to the class of Aquatic Facility Manager, incumbents must successfully complete an annual untimed swim test of 500 yards of continuous swimming. NOTES : This examination is based on a validation study.As a covered entity under the Fair Employment and Housing Act and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Los Angeles does not discriminate on the basis of disability and upon request, will provide reasonable accommodations to ensure equal access to its programs, services, and activities. To request a disability accommodation, please complete the Disability Accommodation Form within 14 calendar days of the submittal of the City application. The Disability Accommodation Form can be obtained at http://per.lacity.org/exams/verify_disability.pdf .Applications are accepted subject to review to ensure that the minimum qualification has been met. Candidates may be disqualified at any time if it is determined that they do not possess the minimum qualification stated on this bulletin.Based on City policy, before being hired in one of these positions, you may be required to undergo a drug and alcohol screening test.You may take the Aquatic Facility Manager advisory essay only once every 18 months under this bulletin. If you have taken the Aquatic Facility Manager advisory essay within the last 18 months, you may not file for this examination at this time.Your rank on the employment list may change as scores of candidates from other administrations of this examination are merged onto one list.Your name may be removed from the open competitive list after six (6) months.A final average score of 70% or higher is required to be placed on the eligible list.In accordance with Civil Service Rule, Sec. 4.24, review periods may be combined. Candidates in the examination process may file protests as provided in Sec. 4.20, 4.22 and 4.23 as applicable and within the required time frame; however, the Personnel Department may respond to and resolve protests prior to the establishment of the eligible list.For candidates seeking initial City employment, in accordance with Los Angeles City Ordinance 187134, information regarding COVID-19 vaccination requirements as conditions of employment may be found at: https://clkrep.lacity.org/onlinedocs/2021/21-0921_ord_187134_8-24-21.pdf. Notice : If you receive and accept an offer of employment to a regular position with the City of Los Angeles, your employee benefit coverage (including health and dental coverage as well as life insurance) will commence approximately six weeks after your original regular appointment. Not all positions in the City receive benefit coverage; you should inquire regarding the availability of employee benefits prior to accepting a position. All City employees are required to be Disaster Service Workers. THIS EXAMINATION IS TO BE GIVEN ONLY ON AN OPEN COMPETITIVE BASIS The City of Los Angeles does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, creed, color, ancestry, medical condition (cancer), or Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome. There are many things to consider in a new employer. Visit the following webpage to view benefits the City of Los Angeles offers its employees: http://per.lacity.org/bens/index.html Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Mar 07, 2024
Full Time
DUTIES ANNUAL SALARY $56,376 to $82,434; $62,765 to $91,788; and $91,725 to $102,228 NOTES : Candidates from the eligible list are normally appointed to vacancies in the lower pay grade positions.Annual salary is at the start of the pay range. The current salary range is subject to change. Please confirm the starting salary with the hiring department before accepting a job offer. An Aquatic Facility Manager directs or assists in the direction of the operation of a City pool, ocean beach, or lake facility; assigns, reviews, and evaluates the work of employees at these facilities; formulates, organizes, and conducts a comprehensive program of aquatic activities for adults and children at a City aquatic facility or may plan and organize specialized regional aquatic programs; coaches team and individual aquatic sports; conducts swimming, lifesaving, and instructor level classes; may act as a lifeguard; recruits, trains, certifies and supervises lifesaving personnel; applies sound supervisory principles and techniques in building and maintaining an effective workforce; and fulfills equal employment opportunity responsibilities. REQUIREMENT(S)/MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S) Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university and 1040 hours of paid experience as a Seasonal Pool Manager or an Open Water Lifeguard II or in a class at that level supervising water lifesaving activities. PROCESS NOTES Applicants must include the specific beginning and ending dates (month, day and year); and number of hours worked per week for each period of qualifying experience.At the time of appointment you must present the following valid certifications: a) Water Safety Instructor Certification issued by the American Red Cross; b) Title 22 First Aid Certification for Public Safety Personnel issued by the American Red Cross; c) Lifeguard Certification issued by the American Red Cross or the City of Los Angeles Aquatics Division; and d) Basic Life Support Certification issued by the American Heart Association or American Red Cross. A valid California driver’s license is required within two months after appointment. Applicants will be disqualified and not eligible for hire if their record within the last 36 months reflects three or more moving violations and/or at-fault accidents, or a conviction of a major moving violation (such as DUI).Applicants using City of Los Angeles experience must submit with their application a City of Los Angeles “Verification of Work Experience” (VWE) form with the required signatures, verifying their experience as a Seasonal Pool Manager or an Open Water Lifeguard II or in a class at that level supervising water lifesaving activities. The VWE form should indicate the type of work performed, dates in which the work was performed, and the percentage of time spent performing such work. The VWE form may be obtained on-line at http://per.lacity.org/exams/vwe-sup.pdf . Applicants may attach their completed VWE form to their on-line application at the time of filing, or will have seven (7) calendar days from the on-line submission date to e-mail a copy of their completed VWE form to per.appdocs@lacity.org . The subject line of your e-mail must include the exam title, your name and indicate it is a VWE. In the body of your e-mail, you must also include your first and last name, last four digits of your Social Security Number and contact phone number. Applicants who fail to submit their VWE form within the time required will not be considered further and their applications will not be processed.Please note that qualifying education must be from a college or university accredited by a City of Los Angeles recognized agency. A list of approved accrediting agencies can be found at http://per.lacity.org/Accredited%20Institutions%2008-21-08.pdf .Candidates completing the examination process will be contacted by the Personnel Department to provide required proof of qualifying degree. Applicants who wish to expedite this process may attach a copy of their qualifying degree to their on-line application at the time of filing in the Attachments section. WHERE TO APPLY & APPLICATION DEADLINE Applications will only be accepted on-line on the dates listed in the “Application Deadline” section of this bulletin. When you are viewing the on-line job bulletin of your choice, simply scroll to the top of the page and select the “Apply” icon. On-line job bulletins are also available at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacity . NOTE : Applicants are urged to apply early to ensure you have time to resolve any technical issues you may encounter. APPLICATION DEADLINE Applications will only be accepted on-line on the dates listed below: Friday, July 28, 2023 to Thursday, August 17, 2023 Friday, January 19, 2024 to Thursday, February 1, 2024 The examination may close without prior notice at any time after a sufficient number of applications have been received. Filing periods may change without prior notice or additional dates may be added, as needed, at a later date. For administrative purposes, filing will close periodically and reopen on the dates noted in the “Application Deadline” section of this bulletin. In accordance with Civil Service Rule 4.2, all applicants who apply may not be tested in this examination. To meet anticipated hiring needs, only a limited number of qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the selection process in the following order: 1) Applicants currently employed by the City of Los Angeles who meet the minimum requirement, or are on a reserve list; 2) Remaining applicants who meet the minimum requirement in sufficient numbers to meet hiring needs based on a random sampling of those qualified candidates. Applicants not selected to be tested may re-apply in a subsequent filing period in order to be considered for that period’s selection process. SELECTION PROCESS Examination Weights: Essay: Advisory Interview: 100% The examination will consist entirely of an evaluation of professional and personal qualifications by interview. In the interview, the following competencies may be evaluated: Judgment and Decision Making; Stress Tolerance; Supervision; Written Communication; Community Relations; Safety Focus, including knowledge of: hazards commonly encountered in aquatics recreation, and the methods used to identify, prevent, and/or address them; lifesaving and first-aid procedures and techniques; principles and practices used to test the water quality of public pools; safety regulations and requirements relevant to an aquatic environment, including those required by the California Occupational Safety and Health Administration (Cal/OSHA); lifesaving equipment used at pools, ocean beaches, and lake facilities, including the uses and care of such equipment; Public Health Code standards for aquatic operations; Job Knowledge, including knowledge of: various types of aquatic activities and sports; maintenance equipment used at aquatic facilities; and other necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities. Additional job analysis information can be obtained by going to https://per.lacity.org/jobs/job-analyses.cfm and clicking on Competencies under Aquatic Facility Manager. Prior to the interview, candidates will be required to prepare some written material related to the duties and responsibilities of an Aquatic Facility Manager. This essay material will not be separately scored, but will be presented to the interview board for review and consideration, which may include discussion, in the overall evaluation of the candidate. Those who do not complete the advisory essay will not be invited to the interview and will be considered to have failed the entire examination. To be considered complete, the advisory essay must include a substantive response for each question or problem included in the advisory essay for which a candidate is required to provide an answer. Please note that candidates must complete the advisory essay and meet the minimum qualification as stated on this bulletin in order to be considered further in the examination process. The advisory essay will be administered on-line . Candidates invited to participate in the examination will receive an e-mail from the City of Los Angeles outlining the specific steps needed to complete the on-line advisory essay. Candidates who fail to complete the advisory essay as instructed may be disqualified. For candidates who apply between Friday, July 28, 2023 and Thursday, August 17, 2023 , it is anticipated that the on-line advisory essay will be administered between Monday, September 25, 2023 and Monday, October 2, 2023 . For candidates who apply between Friday, January 19, 2024 and Thursday, February 1, 2024 , it is anticipated that the on-line advisory essay will be administered between Monday, March 11, 2024 and Monday, March 18, 2024 . Candidates will be notified later by e-mail of the date, time, and location of the interview, which may be held in Los Angeles or on-line. For candidates who apply between Friday, July 28, 2023 and Thursday, August 17, 2023 , it is anticipated that interviews will begin during the period of October 16, 2023 to October 27, 2023 . For candidates who apply between Friday, January 19, 2024 and Thursday, February 1, 2024 , it is anticipated that interviews will begin during the period of April 1, 2024 to April 12, 2024 . CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Candidates must achieve a qualifying time on the qualifying swimming test. The test will be given only to those candidates that receive a notice of certification and to employees annually. The test will consist of the following two events: A. 70-foot Dummy Tow (complete under 1 minute, 18 seconds). Rescue of a dummy from the bottom of the pool (12 feet under water and 70 feet from the start point); by racing dive, sprint, retrieval and by securing and lifting the dummy to the pool deck; and B. 200-yard Medley Swim (complete under 4 minutes, 18 seconds). Using proper style and form, swimming 50 yards of each of the following in sequence: conventional breaststroke, backstroke, sidestroke and crawl in the prone position. 2. Newly appointed candidates will be required to pass a medical examination given by a City physician. Hearing must be normal without correction and vision should be at least 20/200 in both eyes uncorrected, with normal color vision. Poorer vision may be accepted on a case by case basis to be determined by the City physician. Contact lenses may be permitted in some cases. 3. After appointment, Aquatic Facility Managers will be required to satisfactorily complete an in-service training course conducted by the Aquatics Division of the Department of Recreation and Parks. 4. After appointment to the class of Aquatic Facility Manager, incumbents must successfully complete an annual untimed swim test of 500 yards of continuous swimming. NOTES : This examination is based on a validation study.As a covered entity under the Fair Employment and Housing Act and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Los Angeles does not discriminate on the basis of disability and upon request, will provide reasonable accommodations to ensure equal access to its programs, services, and activities. To request a disability accommodation, please complete the Disability Accommodation Form within 14 calendar days of the submittal of the City application. The Disability Accommodation Form can be obtained at http://per.lacity.org/exams/verify_disability.pdf .Applications are accepted subject to review to ensure that the minimum qualification has been met. Candidates may be disqualified at any time if it is determined that they do not possess the minimum qualification stated on this bulletin.Based on City policy, before being hired in one of these positions, you may be required to undergo a drug and alcohol screening test.You may take the Aquatic Facility Manager advisory essay only once every 18 months under this bulletin. If you have taken the Aquatic Facility Manager advisory essay within the last 18 months, you may not file for this examination at this time.Your rank on the employment list may change as scores of candidates from other administrations of this examination are merged onto one list.Your name may be removed from the open competitive list after six (6) months.A final average score of 70% or higher is required to be placed on the eligible list.In accordance with Civil Service Rule, Sec. 4.24, review periods may be combined. Candidates in the examination process may file protests as provided in Sec. 4.20, 4.22 and 4.23 as applicable and within the required time frame; however, the Personnel Department may respond to and resolve protests prior to the establishment of the eligible list.For candidates seeking initial City employment, in accordance with Los Angeles City Ordinance 187134, information regarding COVID-19 vaccination requirements as conditions of employment may be found at: https://clkrep.lacity.org/onlinedocs/2021/21-0921_ord_187134_8-24-21.pdf. Notice : If you receive and accept an offer of employment to a regular position with the City of Los Angeles, your employee benefit coverage (including health and dental coverage as well as life insurance) will commence approximately six weeks after your original regular appointment. Not all positions in the City receive benefit coverage; you should inquire regarding the availability of employee benefits prior to accepting a position. All City employees are required to be Disaster Service Workers. THIS EXAMINATION IS TO BE GIVEN ONLY ON AN OPEN COMPETITIVE BASIS The City of Los Angeles does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, creed, color, ancestry, medical condition (cancer), or Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome. There are many things to consider in a new employer. Visit the following webpage to view benefits the City of Los Angeles offers its employees: http://per.lacity.org/bens/index.html Closing Date/Time: Continuous
SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY, CA
Big Bear, California, United States
The Job The Big Bear Valley Recreation and Park District offers multiple and immediate part-time, full-time, seasonal, and year-round employment opportunities at the District-run community and recreational facilities throughout the Big Bear Valley. These include both year-round and seasonal positions, with a special need for lifeguards, recreation assistants, and park maintenance workers . The Big Bear Valley Recreation and Park District oversees a wide array of community recreation facilities and activities for the residents of Big Bear, which include the Big Bear Alpine Zoo, community parks, a swim beach, youth and adult recreation sports, an after-school childcare program, and an active senior center. Our mission is to enhance the community by promoting healthy activities and positive recreational experiences while striving to maintain a standard of excellence through our people, parks and programs. We invite you to be an active participant in your community activities : Complete and submit the on-line application and supplemental questionnaire today! Sponsorship: Please note San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future. Minimum Requirements Lifeguard: American Red Cross Lifeguard Training Certificate, and CPR card for the Professional Rescuer preferred. Note: Applications will be accepted from those who qualify to enroll in these courses once hired; training will be provided in the Spring - for information, visit www.bigbearparks.com .) Recreation Assistant: Current possession of a CA Class C driver license. Ability to get Class B is highly desired. Park Maintenance Worker: Six (6) months experience in park maintenance, landscaping, custodial care, construction, or facilities maintenance; and current possession of a CA Class C driver license. Cashier: Six (6) months experience operating a cash register and reconciling cash drawer. Childcare Aide: Experience in childcare is desired. Note : a pplicants will be required to obtain a CPR card and complete a Pediatric First Aid Course upon hiring, which will be provided . Desired : Applicants with Early Childhood credits are highly desired, and may result in greater responsibility with appropriate hourly wage. Bus Driver: CA Class B (or higher) Driver License with Passenger endorsement. All positions are scheduled as needed, up to 1547 hours per year. Selection Process To be considered, you must submit an application. You may apply for one or multiple positions on one application. Apply on-line at www.sbcounty.gov/jobs anytime. Or visit the office at 41220 Park Ave in Big Bear Lake, Monday-Friday, 8:30am-4:00pm, to complete an application. These are extra-help, non-regular positions classified as Public Service Employees and receive no benefits. These temporary positions will be employed for seasonal help, up to 12 months, and will vary in assigned weekly hours. Successful candidates shall be considered at-will throughout the term of their employment, and will not attain regular status. All new employees must adhere to the provisions of the County Dress Code, which prohibits all visible tattoos. Applicant must successfully pass a background check prior to appointment. Applications will be processed continuously and qualified candidates will be contacted to interview as vacancies occur, so it is to your advantage to apply as soon as possible. We currently have vacancies for park maintenance workers and recreation assistants, as well as lifeguards; applications may be kept on file for up to six months to fill other vacancies as needed. If you require technical assistance , please click HERE to review the Government Jobs online application guide , or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by the internet connection, computer or browser used to submit the application. EEO/ADA: San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants. ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form within one week of a recruitment filing deadline. Veterans’ Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouse or widow(er) who are not current County employees may be awarded additional Veterans’ Preference points. Click here for information and instructions to request Veteran's Preference points. Click HERE for important Applicant Information and the County Employment Process This position does not have benefits. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Mar 08, 2024
Temporary
The Job The Big Bear Valley Recreation and Park District offers multiple and immediate part-time, full-time, seasonal, and year-round employment opportunities at the District-run community and recreational facilities throughout the Big Bear Valley. These include both year-round and seasonal positions, with a special need for lifeguards, recreation assistants, and park maintenance workers . The Big Bear Valley Recreation and Park District oversees a wide array of community recreation facilities and activities for the residents of Big Bear, which include the Big Bear Alpine Zoo, community parks, a swim beach, youth and adult recreation sports, an after-school childcare program, and an active senior center. Our mission is to enhance the community by promoting healthy activities and positive recreational experiences while striving to maintain a standard of excellence through our people, parks and programs. We invite you to be an active participant in your community activities : Complete and submit the on-line application and supplemental questionnaire today! Sponsorship: Please note San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future. Minimum Requirements Lifeguard: American Red Cross Lifeguard Training Certificate, and CPR card for the Professional Rescuer preferred. Note: Applications will be accepted from those who qualify to enroll in these courses once hired; training will be provided in the Spring - for information, visit www.bigbearparks.com .) Recreation Assistant: Current possession of a CA Class C driver license. Ability to get Class B is highly desired. Park Maintenance Worker: Six (6) months experience in park maintenance, landscaping, custodial care, construction, or facilities maintenance; and current possession of a CA Class C driver license. Cashier: Six (6) months experience operating a cash register and reconciling cash drawer. Childcare Aide: Experience in childcare is desired. Note : a pplicants will be required to obtain a CPR card and complete a Pediatric First Aid Course upon hiring, which will be provided . Desired : Applicants with Early Childhood credits are highly desired, and may result in greater responsibility with appropriate hourly wage. Bus Driver: CA Class B (or higher) Driver License with Passenger endorsement. All positions are scheduled as needed, up to 1547 hours per year. Selection Process To be considered, you must submit an application. You may apply for one or multiple positions on one application. Apply on-line at www.sbcounty.gov/jobs anytime. Or visit the office at 41220 Park Ave in Big Bear Lake, Monday-Friday, 8:30am-4:00pm, to complete an application. These are extra-help, non-regular positions classified as Public Service Employees and receive no benefits. These temporary positions will be employed for seasonal help, up to 12 months, and will vary in assigned weekly hours. Successful candidates shall be considered at-will throughout the term of their employment, and will not attain regular status. All new employees must adhere to the provisions of the County Dress Code, which prohibits all visible tattoos. Applicant must successfully pass a background check prior to appointment. Applications will be processed continuously and qualified candidates will be contacted to interview as vacancies occur, so it is to your advantage to apply as soon as possible. We currently have vacancies for park maintenance workers and recreation assistants, as well as lifeguards; applications may be kept on file for up to six months to fill other vacancies as needed. If you require technical assistance , please click HERE to review the Government Jobs online application guide , or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by the internet connection, computer or browser used to submit the application. EEO/ADA: San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants. ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form within one week of a recruitment filing deadline. Veterans’ Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouse or widow(er) who are not current County employees may be awarded additional Veterans’ Preference points. Click here for information and instructions to request Veteran's Preference points. Click HERE for important Applicant Information and the County Employment Process This position does not have benefits. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
City of Concord, CA
Concord, California, United States
Job Characteristics ***OPEN & PROMOTIONAL JOB OPPORTUNITY** RECREATION PROGRAM COORDINAT OR The City of Concord is seeking a community oriented individual with a vision and passion for the recreation profession to fill a vacancy for a Recreation & Special Events Program Coordinator in the Recreation Services Department. The Recreation Services Department: The Recreation Services Department is responsible for the development, implementation, and delivery of recreation and leisure time activities within the City of Concord. In addition to traditional youth, adult and senior programs, the Department also operates Diablo Creek Golf Course, Camp Concord in Lake Tahoe, and schedules facility and picnic reservations. It also provides support to the Parks, Recreation & Open Space Commission, the Concord Pavilion Community Outreach Committee, and the Commission on Aging. The Recreation Services Department team consists of 14 full-time staff and approximately 125 part-time staff. What the position will be doing: The Recreation Program Coordinator will develop, organize and supervise recreational services and special events. The Recreation Program Coordinator is responsible for hiring, training, and scheduling part-time staff; preparing and maintaining program budgets; and creating, marketing, and implementing special events and programs. The position will also coordinate sponsorship programs and contract classes, and provide excellent and timely customer service to a diverse community. Work may include irregular hours during the evenings and on weekends and holidays to attend meetings, community functions, and special events; and to resolve problems/issues that may come up outside of normal business hours. We are looking for someone who: Is a creative and innovative self-starter, with a strong desire to learn and grow Is organized, with the ability to multi-task while meeting deadlines Is a solution-focused problem solver Is customer service oriented Possesses strong verbal and written communication skills Possesses knowledge in program budgeting Possesses recruiting, training, leading, and scheduling experience Possesses experience in marketing for programs and events Is willing and able to work nights and weekends, as needed, to support the department and programs Is someone who embraces, promotes, and is guided by the City's Mission, Vision and Values What we offer: The City of Concord offers the opportunity to take part in a collaborative and exciting work experience, where you can grow in your career while working alongside the Community to make Concord a city of the highest quality. The City is an employer that invests in its employees’ professional and personal development, values work-life balance, is dedicated to employee wellness and provides numerous benefit and retirement options, to include the following: Participation in CalPERS pension, tiered based on date of hire A variety of health care plans or a cash-in-lieu benefit of $200 if waiving coverage City-paid dental insurance; employee-paid vision insurance Vacation accruals starting at 10 days per year, 12 days sick leave per year, and 11 paid holidays per year Generous tuition reimbursement program 457 deferred compensation plan Flexible spending accounts (FSAs) for healthcare, dependent care and commuting costs Life and disability insurance A wellness program that offers yoga and fitness classes, annual health expos, health and nutrition education, as well as a variety of mental health resources *Salary may be negotiable within the advertised range. Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice. Additional information is available at www.cityofconcord.org . SELECTION PROCESS 1. Submit a completed City of Concord application and the required supplemental question responses online at www.cityofconcord.org/jobs . Only application materials submitted online during the filing period will be accepted. 2. All qualified applications and supplemental responses will be competitively evaluated, and those candidates demonstrating the strongest qualifications for the position will be invited to participate in a panel interview. If you are selected to participate in the panel interview and are unavailable, we regret that we will not be able to reschedule you. 3. Candidates that pass the panel interview will be placed on the hiring list, based on rank, for further consideration to fill the current regular vacancy, as well as others occurring over the next 12 months. Conviction History: If you receive a conditional job offer, you will be fingerprinted, and your fingerprints will be sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The resulting report of your conviction history (if any) will be used to determine whether the nature of your conviction conflicts with the specific duties and responsibilities of the job for which you have received a conditional job offer. If a conflict exists, you will be asked to present any evidence of rehabilitation that may mitigate the conflict, except when federal or state regulations bar employment in specific circumstances. Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you from a job with the City of Concord. Helpful tips when applying: It is important to carefully read the complete job bulletin before submitting your application so you are aware of all requirements of both the position and the process. When preparing your application, consider reviewing the job announcement and classification specification so that you may emphasize work experience relevant to the position for which you are applying. Job duties should be an accurate reflection of the work you completed. Copying and pasting from your job description is not recommended as there may be duties listed that you did not perform. Answer all required supplemental questions completely and honestly. The information you put in the supplemental questionnaire must also be verified in your work history so if you say you have certain experience in the questionnaire, make sure we can see it listed in your job history as well so we know where you performed those functions and for how long. Carefully review your application prior to submittal to ensure its content is accurate and all required documents are attached, and submit it before the closing date. Examples of duties include, but are not limited to Plans, coordinates, and leads recreational activities such as adult sports, aquatics, camp concord, community events, summer camps, and youth sports and services.Oversees and assists with developing program schedules, obtaining facilities, and creating marketing tools to publicize events.Meets with community groups, activity participants, and other agencies to publicize and market events and activities.Conducts new hire interviews, provides input on work performance, resolves employee conflicts, provides on-the-job training, and coordinates employee workflow.Oversees scheduling of volunteer workers.Maintains program budgets and provides input on staffing and cost estimates.Makes recommendations on new programs and activities as well as changes to established activities and practices.Creates and implements marketing plans for events and programs, creates promotional materials.Attends meetings, answers/makes phone calls, operates office equipment, gives presentations and completes other clerical duties as needeOther duties as required. For the full job description for Recreation & Special Events Program Coordinator, please visit www.governmentjobs.com/careers/concord . Qualifications Knowledge • Administration and Management -- Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, leadership technique, and coordination of people and resources. • Clerical -- Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, transcription, designing forms, and other office procedures and terminology. • Computers and Electronics -- Knowledge of computer hardware and software, including applications. • Customer and Personal Service -- Knowledge of principles and processes for providing (internal or external) customer services including customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for service, and evaluation of customer satisfaction. • Economics and Accounting -- Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, and the analysis and reporting of financial data. • English Language -- Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar. • Sales and Marketing -- Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products or services. This includes marketing strategy and tactics, sales techniques, and sales control systems. Skills • Active Learning -- Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making. • Active Listening -- Giving appropriate attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times. • Attention to Detail -- Maintaining appropriate attention to detail based on the complexity of work performed. • Communication and Comprehension -- Conveying written and/or non-written information effectively; comprehending and understanding documentation and verbal or visual communications. • Complex Problem Solving -- Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions. • Critical Thinking -- Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems. • Judgment and Decision Making -- Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one. • Management of Financial Resources -- Determining how resources will be allocated to accomplish work getting done, and accounting for these expenditures. • Management of Personnel Resou rces -- Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best people for the job. • Monitoring -- Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action. • Operations Analysis -- Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design. • Persuasion -- Persuading others to change their minds or behavior. • Quality Control Analysis -- Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance. • Service Orientation -- Actively looking for ways to help people. • Social Perceptiveness -- Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do. • Time Management -- Managing one's own time and the time of others. • Troubleshooting -- Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it. Abilities • Category Flexibility -- The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping things in different ways. • Deductive Reasoning -- The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense. • Fluency of Ideas -- The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic. • Inductive Reasoning -- The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events). • Information Ordering -- The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according to a specific rule or set of rules (e.g., patterns of numbers, letters, words, pictures, mathematical operations). • Originality -- The ability to come up with original or novel ideas for a certain situation, or to develop creative ways to solve a problem. • Problem Sensitivity -- The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. • Selective Attention -- The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distracted. • Time Sharing -- The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of information. Education : Possession of a bachelor's degree in Recreation Administration or related curriculum is desirable. Experience : Prefer three-plus (3+) years in leading recreational activities Other A valid California driver's license and satisfactory driving record are conditions of initial and continued employment. Note : Incumbents assigned to the Aquatics program must possess WSI, Lifeguard, CPR and First Aid certificates at the time of hire and complete the AFO/CPO course work within the 6-month probationary period. The City of Concord takes pride in offering a generous benefits program that provides flexibility for the diverse and changing needs of our qualifying employees. For a complete overview, click here . Below is a brief listing of what the City offers: Dental & Vision Insurance Employee Assistance Program Health Insurance Holidays Life Insurance Pre-tax Savings Benefits Retiree Medical (3 levels based on date of hire) Retirement Program Short-term Disability*and Long-term Disability Social Security/Medicare Vacation & Sick Leave *Not available for sworn personnel. Closing Date/Time: 5/20/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
Apr 27, 2024
Full Time
Job Characteristics ***OPEN & PROMOTIONAL JOB OPPORTUNITY** RECREATION PROGRAM COORDINAT OR The City of Concord is seeking a community oriented individual with a vision and passion for the recreation profession to fill a vacancy for a Recreation & Special Events Program Coordinator in the Recreation Services Department. The Recreation Services Department: The Recreation Services Department is responsible for the development, implementation, and delivery of recreation and leisure time activities within the City of Concord. In addition to traditional youth, adult and senior programs, the Department also operates Diablo Creek Golf Course, Camp Concord in Lake Tahoe, and schedules facility and picnic reservations. It also provides support to the Parks, Recreation & Open Space Commission, the Concord Pavilion Community Outreach Committee, and the Commission on Aging. The Recreation Services Department team consists of 14 full-time staff and approximately 125 part-time staff. What the position will be doing: The Recreation Program Coordinator will develop, organize and supervise recreational services and special events. The Recreation Program Coordinator is responsible for hiring, training, and scheduling part-time staff; preparing and maintaining program budgets; and creating, marketing, and implementing special events and programs. The position will also coordinate sponsorship programs and contract classes, and provide excellent and timely customer service to a diverse community. Work may include irregular hours during the evenings and on weekends and holidays to attend meetings, community functions, and special events; and to resolve problems/issues that may come up outside of normal business hours. We are looking for someone who: Is a creative and innovative self-starter, with a strong desire to learn and grow Is organized, with the ability to multi-task while meeting deadlines Is a solution-focused problem solver Is customer service oriented Possesses strong verbal and written communication skills Possesses knowledge in program budgeting Possesses recruiting, training, leading, and scheduling experience Possesses experience in marketing for programs and events Is willing and able to work nights and weekends, as needed, to support the department and programs Is someone who embraces, promotes, and is guided by the City's Mission, Vision and Values What we offer: The City of Concord offers the opportunity to take part in a collaborative and exciting work experience, where you can grow in your career while working alongside the Community to make Concord a city of the highest quality. The City is an employer that invests in its employees’ professional and personal development, values work-life balance, is dedicated to employee wellness and provides numerous benefit and retirement options, to include the following: Participation in CalPERS pension, tiered based on date of hire A variety of health care plans or a cash-in-lieu benefit of $200 if waiving coverage City-paid dental insurance; employee-paid vision insurance Vacation accruals starting at 10 days per year, 12 days sick leave per year, and 11 paid holidays per year Generous tuition reimbursement program 457 deferred compensation plan Flexible spending accounts (FSAs) for healthcare, dependent care and commuting costs Life and disability insurance A wellness program that offers yoga and fitness classes, annual health expos, health and nutrition education, as well as a variety of mental health resources *Salary may be negotiable within the advertised range. Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice. Additional information is available at www.cityofconcord.org . SELECTION PROCESS 1. Submit a completed City of Concord application and the required supplemental question responses online at www.cityofconcord.org/jobs . Only application materials submitted online during the filing period will be accepted. 2. All qualified applications and supplemental responses will be competitively evaluated, and those candidates demonstrating the strongest qualifications for the position will be invited to participate in a panel interview. If you are selected to participate in the panel interview and are unavailable, we regret that we will not be able to reschedule you. 3. Candidates that pass the panel interview will be placed on the hiring list, based on rank, for further consideration to fill the current regular vacancy, as well as others occurring over the next 12 months. Conviction History: If you receive a conditional job offer, you will be fingerprinted, and your fingerprints will be sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The resulting report of your conviction history (if any) will be used to determine whether the nature of your conviction conflicts with the specific duties and responsibilities of the job for which you have received a conditional job offer. If a conflict exists, you will be asked to present any evidence of rehabilitation that may mitigate the conflict, except when federal or state regulations bar employment in specific circumstances. Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you from a job with the City of Concord. Helpful tips when applying: It is important to carefully read the complete job bulletin before submitting your application so you are aware of all requirements of both the position and the process. When preparing your application, consider reviewing the job announcement and classification specification so that you may emphasize work experience relevant to the position for which you are applying. Job duties should be an accurate reflection of the work you completed. Copying and pasting from your job description is not recommended as there may be duties listed that you did not perform. Answer all required supplemental questions completely and honestly. The information you put in the supplemental questionnaire must also be verified in your work history so if you say you have certain experience in the questionnaire, make sure we can see it listed in your job history as well so we know where you performed those functions and for how long. Carefully review your application prior to submittal to ensure its content is accurate and all required documents are attached, and submit it before the closing date. Examples of duties include, but are not limited to Plans, coordinates, and leads recreational activities such as adult sports, aquatics, camp concord, community events, summer camps, and youth sports and services.Oversees and assists with developing program schedules, obtaining facilities, and creating marketing tools to publicize events.Meets with community groups, activity participants, and other agencies to publicize and market events and activities.Conducts new hire interviews, provides input on work performance, resolves employee conflicts, provides on-the-job training, and coordinates employee workflow.Oversees scheduling of volunteer workers.Maintains program budgets and provides input on staffing and cost estimates.Makes recommendations on new programs and activities as well as changes to established activities and practices.Creates and implements marketing plans for events and programs, creates promotional materials.Attends meetings, answers/makes phone calls, operates office equipment, gives presentations and completes other clerical duties as needeOther duties as required. For the full job description for Recreation & Special Events Program Coordinator, please visit www.governmentjobs.com/careers/concord . Qualifications Knowledge • Administration and Management -- Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, leadership technique, and coordination of people and resources. • Clerical -- Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, transcription, designing forms, and other office procedures and terminology. • Computers and Electronics -- Knowledge of computer hardware and software, including applications. • Customer and Personal Service -- Knowledge of principles and processes for providing (internal or external) customer services including customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for service, and evaluation of customer satisfaction. • Economics and Accounting -- Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, and the analysis and reporting of financial data. • English Language -- Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar. • Sales and Marketing -- Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products or services. This includes marketing strategy and tactics, sales techniques, and sales control systems. Skills • Active Learning -- Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making. • Active Listening -- Giving appropriate attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times. • Attention to Detail -- Maintaining appropriate attention to detail based on the complexity of work performed. • Communication and Comprehension -- Conveying written and/or non-written information effectively; comprehending and understanding documentation and verbal or visual communications. • Complex Problem Solving -- Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions. • Critical Thinking -- Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems. • Judgment and Decision Making -- Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one. • Management of Financial Resources -- Determining how resources will be allocated to accomplish work getting done, and accounting for these expenditures. • Management of Personnel Resou rces -- Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best people for the job. • Monitoring -- Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action. • Operations Analysis -- Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design. • Persuasion -- Persuading others to change their minds or behavior. • Quality Control Analysis -- Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance. • Service Orientation -- Actively looking for ways to help people. • Social Perceptiveness -- Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do. • Time Management -- Managing one's own time and the time of others. • Troubleshooting -- Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it. Abilities • Category Flexibility -- The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping things in different ways. • Deductive Reasoning -- The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense. • Fluency of Ideas -- The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic. • Inductive Reasoning -- The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events). • Information Ordering -- The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according to a specific rule or set of rules (e.g., patterns of numbers, letters, words, pictures, mathematical operations). • Originality -- The ability to come up with original or novel ideas for a certain situation, or to develop creative ways to solve a problem. • Problem Sensitivity -- The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. • Selective Attention -- The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distracted. • Time Sharing -- The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of information. Education : Possession of a bachelor's degree in Recreation Administration or related curriculum is desirable. Experience : Prefer three-plus (3+) years in leading recreational activities Other A valid California driver's license and satisfactory driving record are conditions of initial and continued employment. Note : Incumbents assigned to the Aquatics program must possess WSI, Lifeguard, CPR and First Aid certificates at the time of hire and complete the AFO/CPO course work within the 6-month probationary period. The City of Concord takes pride in offering a generous benefits program that provides flexibility for the diverse and changing needs of our qualifying employees. For a complete overview, click here . Below is a brief listing of what the City offers: Dental & Vision Insurance Employee Assistance Program Health Insurance Holidays Life Insurance Pre-tax Savings Benefits Retiree Medical (3 levels based on date of hire) Retirement Program Short-term Disability*and Long-term Disability Social Security/Medicare Vacation & Sick Leave *Not available for sworn personnel. Closing Date/Time: 5/20/2024 11:59 PM Pacific