RECREATION-AQUATICS: LIFEGUARD OR SWIM INSTRUCTOR

Salary: $19.50 - $20.78 Hourly Location : Sunnyvale, CA Job Type: Casual Job Number: 25-00219 Department: Library and Recreation Services Division: Sports Aquatics and Facilities Opening Date: 01/07/2026 Closing Date: Continuous Description LIFEGUARD OR SWIM INSTRUCTOR (CASUAL) (Job Code: 9421) Hours: Casual non-benefited employees are limited to working no more than twenty-five (25) hours per week and no more than 900 hours in a fiscal year (July 1-June 30). Seasonal non-benefited employees are limited to working no more than six (6) consecutive months and no more than 900 hours in a fiscal year (July 1-June 30). The City of Sunnyvale is seeking self-motivated, energetic, responsible individuals interested in employment as a Lifeguard and/or Swim Instructor to help wit Essential Job Functions Both positions May include, but are not limited to, the following: Interacts and communicates effectively with children, parents, caregivers, volunteers and City staff Maintains constant surveillance over pool users Attends and participates in in-service trainings and meetings Maintains and stores equipment and supplies Performs related work as required Swim Instructor: Organizes, instructs and helps evaluate swim lessons Sets up and cleans up for swim lessons Lifeguard: Enforces pool rules Keeps the facility clean, safe, and orderly Performs the duties of a swim instructor when required WORKING CONDITIONS Position requires prolonged sitting, standing, walking on level, uneven and slippery surfaces, reaching, kneeling, stretching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, squatting and stooping in the performance of daily activities. The position also requires eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity to manipulate pool equipment and tools. The position requires normal range of hearing and eyesight to monitor and communicate appropriate pool activity. The need to lift, drag and push, pull objects weighing up to 50 pounds is also required. Some of these requirements may be accommodated for otherwise qualified individuals requiring and requesting such accommodation. Minimum Qualifications Swim Instructor: Minimum age is 16 years old Lifeguard: The above, plus A valid American Red Cross Lifeguard/First Aid/CPR/AED certificate (course may be taken after hire). Licenses/Certifications: Possession and continued maintenance of a valid class C CA driver's license and a safe driving record OR the ability to supply alternate transportation as approved by the appointing authority. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS Bilingual in Spanish, Mandarin or Farsi Experience interacting with the public Ability to follow oral and written instructions Application and Selection ProcessAPPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS & PROCESS The application submitted must meet the minimum qualifications listed in the job description in order to move forward in the recruitment process with the City of Sunnyvale. The information provided in the Work Experience, Education, and Certificates/Licenses sections of the application will be used to determine if the application meets the minimum qualifications. A resume, employment history provided elsewhere in the application, or other attachments will not be accepted in lieu of the completed application. Note: The minimum qualifications for experience are based on full-time experience (40 hours per week). Experience included in the Work Experience section of the application is calculated to the full-time equivalent (hours are pro-rated if less than 40 hours/week). Volunteer experience is not considered qualifying experience. If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit a City of Sunnyvale employment application and responses to the supplemental questions to the Department of Human Resources as soon as possible. Candidates are asked to fully describe any training, education, experience, or skills relevant to this position. Electronic applications may be submitted online through the City's employment page at and click on JOBS. Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted. SELECTION PROCESS: Applications competitively screened based on the minimum qualifications of this position. Based upon a review of the application materials, qualified candidate applications will be forwarded to the hiring department for review. Application materials will be evaluated for job-related skills, experience and education. Qualified applicants will be invited to participate in an interview. Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis and information regarding next steps in the recruitment process will be sent via email. Please check your email regularly for status updates. You may contact Faye Brand at or 408-730-3015 for application status. Any candidate that is selected by the hiring department will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment process, which may consist of a background history check, as well as medical exam(s) administered by a City-selected physician(s) before hire. Prior to starting work, all newly- hired employees will be fingerprinted to check conviction history. A conviction history will not necessarily disqualify an applicant from appointment; however, failure to disclose conviction history will result in refusal of employment or termination. Positions which are covered by the Department of Transportation regulations are required to submit to a pre-employment drug test and to random drug and alcohol testing. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION For more information regarding this employment opportunity, contact Kelsey Christian, Recreation Coordinator 2, at 408-730-7383 or email:For information relating to the application process contact Faye Brand, Human Resources Technician at 408-730-3015 or email: For assistance on how to fill out your job application, watch the following video: - YouTube (5:13) The information contained within this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract. The City of Sunnyvale is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for all job openings will be considered without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other consideration made unlawful under any federal, state, or local laws. The City of Sunnyvale is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at (408) 730-7490 or No City benefits are offered with this Temporary Position. 01 Instructions for completing the Supplemental Questionnaire: The following supplemental questions constitute an examination. Responses are reviewed and rated by Subject Matter Expert(s). The supplemental question examination determines the most qualified candidates to move forward in the recruitment process. The responses to the supplemental questions should be specific, thorough and must be reflected in the Work Experience, Education, and Certificates/Licenses sections of the application. Please note the information provided in the supplemental questions will not be accepted in lieu of the completed application. Incomplete responses, false statements, copying and pasting responses from Artificial Intelligence (AI) programs, and/or entering "See Resume" will result in an incomplete application and/or disqualification from the recruitment process. Please be advised that you will be 'timed out' of this page after 30 minutes. It is recommended to copy the supplemental questions that require text answers into a document that you can save on your computer. Prepare your responses in that document and then copy and paste the responses into the spaces provided. Additionally, please save your work continuously. By checking the 'Yes' response below, I indicate that I have read the instructions for completing the application (located in the job posting) and supplemental questionnaire. In accordance with these instructions, I understand that a completed application and written responses to the supplemental questionnaire are required. I understand the completed application and supplemental question responses will be used to evaluate my qualifications for this position and further identify the most qualified candidates to continue in the recruitment process. Additionally, I certify that I have completed the application and supplemental questionnaire on my own; the information provided accurately reflects my training, education and experience; and I understand the information provided is subject to verification. Yes No 02 Are you now 16 years of age or older? Yes No 03 This position requires you to be 16 years old at the time of hire. If you indicated "No" to the question above, list the month, day and year when you turn 16 (for example, June 15, 2026). 04 Are you 18 years old or older? Yes No 05 Do you have any relevant certifications, licenses, or training for the position you're applying for? Such as American Red Cross Lifeguard Training, First Aid, CPR with AED, Water Safety Instructor, etc. If "Yes," please list the name/type of certification. If "No," indicate N/A. Required Question

Created: 2026-03-04