City of Carpinteria

Lifeguard Program Coordinator I, II, III

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Part-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $24.43 - $29.69
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee assistance program
Training and development opportunities
Flexible work hours

Job Description

The City of Carpinteria is a vibrant coastal community known for its commitment to providing excellent recreational programs and maintaining a safe environment for residents and visitors alike. As a city government entity, the City of Carpinteria administers various community services including aquatics programs at both the Carpinteria Community Pool and the renowned beach areas, including the Junior Lifeguard and beach safety programs. The City prides itself on fostering a supportive and positive workplace culture where safety, professionalism, and teamwork are paramount. With a strong emphasis on community engagement and public safety, the City's aquatics division is an essential part... Show More

Job Requirements

  • be at least 18 years of age
  • have prior lifeguarding or aquatics experience
  • possess current American Red Cross Lifeguard CPR/AED and First Aid certifications
  • meet additional certification requirements based on assignment and level including WSI LGI USLA Open Water
  • be able to work a flexible schedule including nights weekends and holidays

Job Qualifications

  • two years of progressively responsible experience in aquatics recreation or youth programs for coordinator i
  • informal leadership or mentoring experience preferred for coordinator i
  • current American Red Cross Lifeguard CPR/AED and First Aid certifications required
  • Water Safety Instructor certification preferred for coordinator i and required for coordinator ii and iii
  • one year experience performing duties equivalent to coordinator i or similar lead role for coordinator ii
  • demonstrated ability to coordinate staff and lead daily operations for coordinator ii
  • Lifeguard Instructor certification preferred for coordinator ii and required for coordinator iii
  • two or more years of coordinator or lead-level aquatics experience for coordinator iii
  • current USLA Open Water Lifeguard certification when assigned to beach or junior guard programs for all levels

Job Duties

  • supporting daily aquatics operations including opening and closing procedures and facility readiness
  • providing on-site leadership and guidance to lifeguards and instructors during assigned shifts
  • assisting with staff coordination break coverage and maintaining appropriate staff-to-participant ratios
  • monitoring participant and patron activity to ensure safety standards are followed
  • responding to emergencies and providing first aid cpr and water rescues as needed
  • serving as a point of contact for participants parents and the public during program hours
  • supporting junior lifeguard swim lesson recreation swim and special event programming

Job Qualifications

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Job Location

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