Lifeguard I-IISwimming Instructor
Lifeguard I-IISwimming Instructor
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Job Description
Applications and supplemental questions will be accepted untilFriday April 11 2025 at 11:59 p.m.
Pay & Benefits
$16.50 $20.35 Hourly DOQ
Paid Sick Leave
Direct Deposit
Wellness Program
A New Opportunity and what youll do
The City of Ventura is hiring! We are now accepting Lifeguard III/Swimming Instructor applications for theSummer 2025 Aquatics Program.
Join the City of Venturas team of water safety professionals at our stateoftheart aquatic center. Our complex features a 50meter competition pool 25meter recreation pool a zerodepth water playground and two 20foot waterslides.
What Youll Do:
As a Lifeguard II/Swimming Instructor you must have the ability to:
Instruct swimming lessons for all age groups and ability levels following American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor techniques and lesson plans.
Considerately and with patience enforce pool rules providing a safe and accidentfree aquatics environment.
Assess swimmers abilities to avoid unsafe conditions.
Administer CPR when necessary.
Maintain records and reports.
Communicate effectively with patrons and other staff members.
Perform daily pool maintenance including setup and take down of equipment.
What Youll Bring:
Enjoy working with kids
Dependable
Have a passion for swimming/teaching
Consistent availability during the months of June August
Currently there are35vacanciesfor Lifeguard III/Swimming Instructor.
For more information about the Ventura Aquatic Center visit and Qualifications for Success!
Candidates must be at least 16 years of age at time of appointment show proof of American Red Cross Lifeguard Training Certification (if certified) successfully complete the physical assessment test and interview process attend the Lifeguard Recruitment Training Program facility orientation/skills test and possess the following certifications by appointment:
American Red Cross Lifeguard Training.
American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor.
Title 22 First Aid for Public Safety Personnel.
Apply Now!
Submit an online City job application and supplemental questionnaire by the filing deadline or first review date at is important that your city job application shows all the relevant education training and experience you possess. Resumes CVs and cover letters may be attached to your application but will not be accepted in lieu of a completed job application or supplemental questionnaire. Submitting an incomplete application or supplemental questionnaire may disqualify you from further consideration in the recruitment process.
After you apply all future correspondence from the city will be via EMail. Please check your messages regularly and keep your contact information up to date using your online application.
Start Your Journey Follow the Process
To be considered for these seasonal lifeguard III or swimming instructor positions please complete an online City Job Application and supplemental questionnaire by the filing deadlineFriday April 11 2025 at 11:59 p.m. Applications will be reviewed on a weekly basis.
Selection Process
Notice to all applicants: to be considered for vacancies you must take and pass a Physical Assessment Test (outlined below). Applicants do not have to possess the required certifications to attend the Physical Assessment Test.
If invited to attend the Lifeguard Recruitment Training Program you must attend ALL from 8:30am 5:00 pm
Saturday/ Sunday April 19 2025 April 20 2025 and
Saturday/Sunday April 26 2025 April 27 2025 and
Saturday/Sunday May 3 2025 May 4 2025.
If hired there is mandatory preseason training on the weekend ofMay 31 2025 June 1 2025 Saturday/Sunday.
Lifeguard III/Swimming Instructorpositions are required to obtain their Water Safety Instructor Certification independently. Classes are offered at Ventura Aquatic Center.
Swimming Instructor applicants: Bring a copy of your application confirmation email to the Physical Assessment Test. Complete the Physical Assessment Testing and subsequent selection steps outlined below.
Physical Assessment Testing
The Physical Assessment Test consists of a 400 yard swim in under 7 minutes and a 10lb. brick tread for 1 minute. All skills are pass/fail. Applicants are only required to attend one date. Physical Assessment Testing will be held at the Ventura Aquatic Center located at 901 S. Kimball Road Ventura CA.
On the date of your Physical Assessment Test you MUST bring the following:
A photo ID verifying date of birth
Copy of your confirmation email as proof of applying
Please callto schedule Physical Assessment Test.
Completion of additional forms related to employment education and reference information may be required on the date of your Physical Assessment Test.
Interviews
After your Physical Assessment Test selected applicants will be scheduled for an interview date/time. Interviews are tentatively scheduled and will determine candidates selected to attend the Lifeguard Recruitment Training Program.
Lifeguard Recruitment Training and Facility Orientation
Applicants selected from the interviews will be invited to attend the Lifeguard Recruitment Training (LRT) program facility orientation and skills test. Attendance on all dates is required to successfully complete the course to be considered for this position.
Training will consist of American Red Cross Lifeguard Training CPR for the Professional Rescuer First Aid and Emergency Medical Response courses as well as City of Ventura Aquatics Section policies and physical conditioning sessions. Current possession of these certificates does not replace the requirement of attending Lifeguard Recruitment Training.
Those successfully completing the skills test and LRT will be placed on a hiring list. All hiring of new staff will be done from this list. For those hired there is mandatory preseason training on the weekend ofMay 31 2025 June 1 2025 Saturday/Sunday.
ATTENDANCE AT ALL SESSIONS DURING LIFEGUARD RECRUITMENT TRAINING IS HIGHLY ADVISED. FAILURE TO ATTEND MAY RESULT IN THE DISQUALIFICATION OF THE APPLICANT.
For additional information on the duties and responsibilities of the position refer to the job descriptions located on the Citys Career Page at City of Ventura Jobs or by clicking here Lifeguard I/II Swimming Instructor.
If you have questions about the recruitment process please contact any of the Human Resources Recruitment Team at . or Melanie Hanisco at .
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) if you need an accommodation in a selection process please notify the Human Resources Department in writing by the final filing date of the position you are interested in. The Human Resources address is: 501 Poli Street Room 210 Ventura CA 93853 email:
The City is an equal opportunity employer and strives to attract qualified applicants from all walks of life without regard to race color ethnicity religion national origin age sex sexual orientation gender identity gender expression marital status ancestry physical disability mental disability medical condition genetic information military and veteran status or any other status protected under federal state and/or local law. We aim to create an environment that celebrates and embraces the diversity of our workforce. We welcome you to join our team!
Employment Type
Part-Time
