City of Carpinteria, CA

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

457 deferred compensation
Paid leave in accordance with Healthy Workplaces Healthy Families Act
Equal opportunity employer

Job Description

The City of Carpinteria, located in beautiful California, is renowned for its commitment to maintaining a safe, welcoming, and family-friendly environment. As a coastal city famous for the World's Safest Beach and vibrant community programs, Carpinteria offers a unique blend of recreational and natural experiences. The city's Department of Aquatics oversees a range of aquatic programs at the Carpinteria Community Pool and the beach, providing vital services to residents and visitors alike. This thriving community values safety, inclusiveness, and leadership, making it a great place to pursue a career in aquatics and lifeguarding. The City of Carpinteria is currently seeking... 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 (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
  • Experience providing informal leadership or mentoring preferred
  • Current American Red Cross Lifeguard, CPR/AED, and First Aid certifications required
  • Water Safety Instructor (WSI) certification preferred for Lifeguard Program Coordinator I
  • Water Safety Instructor (WSI) certification required for Lifeguard Program Coordinator II and III
  • Lifeguard Instructor (LGI) certification preferred for Lifeguard Program Coordinator II and required for Lifeguard Program Coordinator III
  • USLA Open Water Lifeguard certification current when assigned to Beach/Junior Guard programs
  • One year of experience performing duties equivalent to Lifeguard Program Coordinator I for Coordinator II
  • Two or more years of coordinator or lead level aquatics experience for Coordinator III

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

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Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)

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