Lifeguard

City of Culver City, CA
Culver City, California United States  View Map
Posted: Jul 14, 2024
  • Salary: $20.67 - $22.66 Hourly USD
  • Public Safety
  • Job Description

    THE CITY

    Culver City is a Charter City incorporated in 1917 and is a destination filled with outdoor cafes, unique shops, and galleries opening onto pedestrian-friendly boulevards. Culver City has a dedicated staff of approximately 700+ employees with an overall operating budget of over $235 million. The City provides a full range of municipal services including Fire, Police, Community Development, Public Works, Transportation, Parks, Recreation, and Community Services.

    The Department:

    The Parks, Recreation and Community Services (PRCS) Department consists of different programs and divisions including the Recreation Division and Senior & Social Services. These divisions provide a variety of programs for children, young adults, seniors and residents with disabilities. Program activities include homework assistance, computer lab, crafts and games, special events and more. For more information about the department please utilize the following link: PRCS Department

    THE POSITION

    The Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Department is

    now accepting applications for Lifeguard.

    General Duties:

    • Under close supervision organizes and conducts a well-balanced aquatic program at the Culver City Municipal Pool.
    • Supervises pool deck, enforces regulations, prevents accidents and effects rescues.
    • Assists with pool maintenance and operation and the testing of chemicals.
    • Maintains pool records, attends staff meetings and service training programs.
    • Performs other related duties.

    Note: This position is frequently exposed to intense sunlight and full sunlight.

    Minimum Requirements:

    Any combination equivalent to training and experience that could likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge, skill and ability would be: experience in supervising the use and safety of swimming pools and must be at least 16 years of age.

    Required Certificates:

    The following valid certificates are required and must be attached to the application:
    CPR Certificate First-Aid Certificate Lifeguard Training Certificate

    Note: The Culver City Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department will be offering certification courses to applicants who are interested in this position but do not possess the required certificates. Please see details below:

    Lifeguard Training Course:

    Provides entry-level participants the knowledge and skills to prevent, recognize and respond to aquatic emergencies and to provide care for breathing and cardiac emergencies, injuries and sudden illnesses until EMS personnel take over. There is a cost for the course. Applicants who successfully complete the Lifeguard Training course will receive a certificate from American Red Cross for Lifeguard Training/First Aid/CPR/AED that is valid for 2 years. For more information, please call (310) 253-6684.

    Schedule:

    This is a part-time position; hours will vary depending on department needs. Applicants must be available to work evenings and weekends. Vacation is not permitted during the entire summer.

    EXAMINATION PROCEDURES

    Testing is tentatively scheduled during the first week of every month.

    Suitability for the position will be evaluated with a *Performance Test and an Oral Appraisal interview. The Performance Test will measure the ability to perform life saving techniques. This test will be qualifying, i.e., it will determine who will be invited to the Oral Appraisal Interview. The interview will evaluate training, experience and personal qualifications and will be weighted at 100%.

    ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

    The provisions of this job posting do not constitute a contract, express or implied, and any provisions in this posting may be modified or revoked without notice.

    Continuation in the examination process and subsequent placement on the eligible list of a person convicted of a crime depends upon the nature of the conviction and the conduct of the applicant subsequent to the offense. Convictions will be evaluated on a job related basis and will not automatically disqualify someone from further consideration.

    Equal Opportunity Employer

    The City of Culver City is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or applicants on the basis of race, sex, age, disability, veteran status, national origin, religion, political affiliation, or sexual orientation/identification.

    Conditions of Employment:

    • Background/ Reference Check: Upon a conditional job offer, a live scan finger printing must be completed with acceptable results. Your fingerprints will be sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI). Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you from a job with the City. If you are selected as a finalist, you will be contacted to schedule a fingerprinting appointment. Upon hire, the employee is subject to further reporting from DOJ via subsequent arrest notification.
    • Pre-placement medical evaluation including drug screen (select positions).
    • E-Verify: Proof of U.S. citizenship, alien residency, or authorization to work in the U.S. will be required at the time of appointment.

    The City of Culver City intends to provide reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. If a special accommodation is desired, please contact the Human Resources Department three (3) business days prior to the test at (310) 253-5640.

    There are no benefits associated with this position other than those required by law.

    Closing Date/Time: Continuous
  • ABOUT THE COMPANY

    • City of Culver City
    • City of Culver City

    The City of Culver City, with a population of 40,000, is eight miles from Downtown Los Angeles and five miles from the Pacific Ocean, near the intersection of the Santa Monica and San Diego Freeways. A Charter City which incorporated in 1917, Culver City has a Council/CAO form of government and provides a full range of municipal services. The City has almost 650 employees and a current annual operating budget of $106 million.The City prides itself in having stable, delightful neighborhoods with numerous parks, excellent schools and a diversified economic base. Deeply rooted in the entertainment industry, the City is home to major movie studios and post-production houses. In addition, traditional manufacturing, strong retail and an active health care industry support the diversified portfolio. With one of the State's most successful redevelopment agencies in place, the City has been able make great improvements in recent years.

     

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