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CITY OF MILPITAS, CA

Lifeguard / Swim Instructor (PT Unbenefited)

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A Lifeguard watches swimming areas and provides for the safety of swimmers at pools, lakes and beaches. Maintains careful watch of people in the water, enforces safety rules at swimming places; rescues swimmers and treats accidents as needed.

$36,736 / year median in California

+14% projected growth

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Job Description

Job Description Definition
THIS RECRUITMENT IS OPEN UNTIL FILLED, AND MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME.
APPLICATIONS ARE SCREENED ON A REGULAR BASIS
•Under direct supervision of the Recreation Supervisor, Lifeguards / Swim Instructors will ensure the safety of facility patrons by preventing and responding to emergencies and instruct swim lessons for participants of all ages. In addition, Swim Instructors are responsible for instructing all swim lesson participants, ensuring the safety of all participants in their class, instructing and evaluating students participating in swim lessons, submitting completed participant report cards on time and attending mandatory meetings and training sessions as scheduled. The individual must be able to represent the City of Milpitas Recreation Services in a professional manner and follow the City's and Recreation Services polices and regulations. •This recruitment will be used to staff for year-round and seasonal positions. Shifts are typically 4 hours a day: August -
June:
Monday through Saturday between 5:30AM and 8:30PM June -
August:
Summer shifts vary between 5:30AM and 9:00PM everyday Examples of Duties Maintaining constant surveillance of patrons in the facility Acting immediately and appropriately to ensure the safety of patrons in the event of an emergency Providing emergency care and treatment as required until the arrival of emergency medical services Performing various maintenance duties as directed to maintain a clean and safe facility Preparing and maintaining appropriate reports Having thorough knowledge of rescue techniques Understanding and enforcing of facility rules, policies and procedures, having leadership, public relations skills and decision-making skills. Typical Qualifications Lifeguard /
Swim Instructor:
Minimum age at time of hire is 15 years old. Knowledge of and the ability to demonstrate skills in swim lesson instruction. Ability to work independently and possess energy and enthusiasm. Pre-Employment testing of swimming skills and knowledge through a Lifeguard Academy Experience in working with children (3 - 17 years of age) and adults (18+ years of age) is preferred. License and Other Requirements Upon selection, additional requirements include: Tuberculosis test Fingerprint clearance (Department of Justice background check) if eighteen (18) years or age or older Supplemental Information In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Milpitas will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the Human Resources Department. The City of Milpitas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. City of Milpitas Temporary/ Seasonal Employee• Benefits at a Glance Retirement Benefits Federal law requires that employees who are not members of the City retirement plan (CalPERS) be covered under an alternate retirement plan (PARS). 6% of your salary will be deducted for participation in the PARS plan. The City will also contribute 1.5% of your earnings to your PARS account every pay period. Paid Time Off In accordance with State Law, after 90 days, Temporary/Seasonal employees receive 40 hours to use for sick leave. Work and Life Temporary/Seasonal employees are eligible for membership at the Milpitas Sports Center. Temporary/Seasonal employees are eligible for membership in Commonwealth Credit Union, which offers a broad range of financial and investment services. Temporary/Seasonal employees may qualify for Transportation Reduction Incentive Program (TRIP) cash incentive or transit subsidies based on their commute method. Health Insurance (Not available to most Temporary/Seasonal Employees) Temporary employees in a non-clerical position hired in the Planning, Engineering and Building Divisions may qualify for participation in CalPERS health, Delta Dental and Vision. (per Res. 7062) o Multiple plans available through CalPERS Health; plans with Kaiser rate or lower are paid by the City.
Delta Dental:
City paid
Vision:
City paid •Temporary/Seasonal employees are limited to work no more than 1000 hours per Fiscal Year.
Closing Date/Time:
Continuous