Senior Lifeguard (Part-Time)

Part-Time/Hourly Opportunity The City of Richmond is seeking a passionate, experienced Senior Lifeguard to lead our aquatic team and foster a safe, fun, and welcoming environment for the community. In this key role, you will oversee lifeguard staff and uphold the highest standards of water safety through regular emergency response training and supervision. The Senior Lifeguard serves as a role model by responding to emergencies with skill, confidence, and professionalism, and will lead periodic Lifeguard Certification training sessions as the primary instructor. This position plays an essential role in ensuring efficient pool operations and promoting a positive, inclusive aquatic experience for patrons of all ages. If you are committed to safety, enjoy working with diverse communities, and take pride in creating a supportive and engaging environment, we encourage you to apply and join our team. Hourly salary for this classification is as high as $25.11. Additionally, City-paid benefits include sick leave in accordance with state law. The Senior Lifeguard performs duties and responsibilities related to the building and leading of a lifeguard team; scheduling and supervising lifeguard staff; leading team building and in-service skills training; performing lifeguard duties and other related duties as required. The City of Richmond is the City of Pride and Purpose, and we value these traits in our employees! The following list is intended to be illustrative in nature and does not necessarily represent the entire range of work duties expected of employees within the job classification. Monitor, direct, and evaluate lifeguard personnel. Assists with recruiting, interviewing, and scheduling lifeguard personnel. Monitor activities to prevent accidents; educate and direct swimmers regarding unsafe behavior; recognize and respond to emergencies; rescue swimmers in distress; and provide first aid care for medical emergencies, injury, and sudden illness that may include heart attack, bleeding, spinal injury, or drowning. Maintain simple records and reports. Perform related duties as assigned. Please click here to view the complete job description . Required Education and Experience One (1) year of college or university work in recreation, physical education, or a related field Two (2) years of lifeguard experience, or the equivalent combination of training and experience Any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required skills, knowledge, and abilities Required Licenses or Certifications Current Lifeguard training certification American Red Cross Head Lifeguard certification or equivalent Current First Aid and CPR for Public Safety Personnel in accordance with Title 22 of the California Code of Regulations

COVID-19

Vaccination Requirement It is the City's policy that all persons hired on or after October 18, 2021, must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19, including the booster. New employees will be required to provide proof of full vaccination or have an approved medical or religious accommodation before employment may commence. If you have any questions regarding this policy, please contact Human Resources.

REQUIRED KSA FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES

Knowledge of:

Lifeguarding, first aid, public safety and the role of the professional rescuer Rules and regulations of an aquatic facility Swimming rescue techniques, CPR and first aid Accident prevention and accident management Intervention and conflict resolution strategies Legal duty to perform Instruction techniques and materials related to aquatic activities Special issues associated with conducting activities for citizens possessing a wide variety of physical and mental abilities Team building techniques and supervision of lifeguards Methods of program evaluation and performance evaluation Health and safety regulations Current methods and standards for lifeguarding facilities Ability to: S wim with proficiency and endurance Perform and assist rescues Enforce the rules and regulations of an aquatic facility Perform CPR and first aid Work a flexible schedule including holidays, nights, and weekends Work indoors and outdoors in a variety of temperatures Use vision and hearing to identify and evaluate field emergencies, and to respond physically to these emergencies quickly and appropriately Communicate effectively in writing and verbally with personnel and the public, in both routine operations and emergency situations Develop and implement aquatic programs for a variety of skill levels Provide leadership, direction and training of lifeguard personnel

Application and Selection Process To Apply:

Interested individuals must apply online by fully completing the City of Richmond Employment Application, including answers to supplemental questions, by 11:59 p.m. PST on the final filing date. Incomplete applications or those lacking in sufficiently detailed information will be rejected. Resumes or prior applications will not be accepted in lieu of a thoroughly completed application. All communication regarding this recruitment will be via email. Each applicant must apply with a monitored email address.

Qualifying Phase:

All completed applications will be evaluated based on job-related qualifications criteria, which could include desirable qualifications and the specific needs of the hiring department(s). Candidates may be screened for better qualified.

Selection Process:

The applications of those candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be submitted to the Community Services Department hiring manager for further consideration. The better-qualified candidates may be invited to continue in the selection process, which will include an interview. Applications will remain on file for six (6) months.

Background Check and Tuberculosis Testing:

Candidates will be required to complete a background check and Tuberculosis testing as a condition of employment. About the City of Richmond The City of Richmond lies on the eastern shore of San Francisco Bay, five miles north of Berkeley and seven miles northeast across the Bay from downtown San Francisco. A hub of multimodal transportation, many of our residents and businesses are located in Richmond because of its central location and easy access to the Amtrak/Capitol Corridor, BART, AC Transit, the ferry, and two freeways (I-80 & I-580). Residents, visitors, and employees enjoy Richmond's numerous recreational opportunities, which include 32 miles of shoreline and over 3,000 acres of shoreline parks, more segments of the Bay Trail completed than any other city, several recreational boat harbors and yacht clubs, and thousands of acres of contiguous inland regional parks and open space. The City has substantial economic resources, but is still affordable compared to other Bay Area cities. Our community is welcoming, diverse, and actively engaged. Richmond is truly the City of Pride and Purpose! Immigration Reform Control Act In compliance with the Immigration Reform Control Act of 1986, individuals offered employment by the City of Richmond will be required to show documentation of eligibility to work in the United States as a condition of employment. Non-Discrimination Policy The City of Richmond is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and prohibits discrimination against any applicant on the basis of race, religion, citizenship, color, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability or medical condition, genetic information, marital status, reproductive health decision-making, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 and over), sexual orientation, or military or veteran status or any other basis protected by law. Disaster Service Workers California Government Code Title I, Sections 3100 - 3109, declares all public employees to be Disaster Service Workers subject to such disaster service activities as may be assigned to them by their superiors or by law. More information can be found here .

EOE/ADA/DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE WEBSITE

www.ci.richmond.ca.us

Analyst:

N. Williams 04/2026