Lifeguard/Swim Instructor/Senior Lifeguard - Splash! ...

Salary: See Position Description Location : La Mirada City Hall, CA Job Type: Hourly/Part-time/At-Will-Non-Designated Job Number: 2026-01 Department: Community Services Division: Aquatics Opening Date: 01/05/2026 Job Description SALARY INFORMATION: Swim Instructor - $19.30 up to $23.03 per hour Lifeguard - $19.30 up to $23.03 per hour Senior Lifeguard - $20.83 up to $24.87 per hour Approx. 25 - 39 hours per week (summer season) Approx. 0 - 20 hours per week (non-summer season) Hourly/Part-Time/At-Will/Seasonal Positions Please read the job bulletin in its entirety.Important dates and information below under SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION SWIM INSTRUCTOR Under general supervision, organizes, leads, and teaches, swim lessons for all age groups and ability levels; follows lesson plans; evaluates progress of swim students both verbally and in writing, and prepares written records of class participation; administers CPR and first aid when necessary; performs related work as required. LIFEGUARD Under general supervision, is responsible for the safety and rescue of facility patrons visiting the Aquatics Center facility; performs emergency care as necessary and responds to unsafe conditions or potential hazards; observes swimmers and assists guests; performs related work as required. SENIOR LIFEGUARD Under general supervision, is responsible for the safety and rescue of facility patrons visiting the Aquatics Center facility; performs emergency care as necessary and responds to unsafe conditions or potential hazards; observes swimmers and assists guests; organizes, leads, teaches swim lessons and water exercise programs for all age groups and ability levels; follows lesson plans; evaluates progress of swim students both verbally and in writing, and prepares written records of class participation; administers CPR and first aid when necessary; performs related work as required. Typical Duties Performed SWIM INSTRUCTOR (Examples do not include all duties which may be assigned.) Ensures an excellent guest experience. Teaches swimming skills and water exercises to all age groups. Teaches water safety rules to different age groups and individuals with varying swimming abilities. Works effectively with the public in explaining and enforcing pool and Aquatics Center rules and facility use in order to provide a safe aquatics environment. Performs facility clean up and maintenance. Assists with citywide special events and community recreation activities. Adheres to City and departmental policies and procedures. Performs related duties as required or assigned. LIFEGUARD (Examples do not include all duties which may be assigned.) Ensures an excellent guest experience. Observes and supervises swimmers in the pool and water park areas, identifies and prevents unsafe conditions or potential hazards. Identifies and rescues persons in distress or in danger of drowning; provides emergency care as necessary. Works effectively with the public in explaining and enforcing pool and aquatics center rules and facility use in order to provide a safe aquatics environment. Performs facility clean up and maintenance; inspects pool facilities and reports unsafe conditions. Assists with citywide special events and community recreation activities. Adheres to City and departmental policies and procedures. Performs related duties as required or assigned. SENIOR LIFEGUARD (Examples do not include all duties which may be assigned.) Ensures an excellent guest experience. Teaches swimming skills and water exercises to all age groups and ability levels. Maintains accurate records; prepares reports and written communications as needed. Identifies and rescues persons in distress or in danger of drowning; performs emergency care as necessary. Observes and supervises swimmers in the pool and water park areas; identifies and prevents unsafe conditions and potential hazards. May accept payments for instructional fees, admissions and facility rentals. Works effectively with the public in explaining and enforcing pool and aquatics center rules and facility use, in order to provide a safe aquatics environment. Performs facility clean up and maintenance; inspects pool facilities; and reports unsafe conditions. Plans, develops, conducts, supervises, and manages a wide variety of activities regarding the operation of the Aquatics Center. Assists with citywide special events and community recreation activities. Adheres to City and departmental policies and procedures. Performs related duties as required or assigned. Minimum Qualifications Must possess excellent customer service skills and the ability to work as a team. Knowledge of: Policies, procedures, and regulations governing the conduct and safety of persons using aquatic equipment and facilities; beginning through advanced swim strokes. Methods, materials, and equipment involved in the maintenance and operation of swimming pools. Ability to: Pass initial test and routine follow-up skill tests regarding pool and safety procedures. Swim with proficiency and endurance. Organize and direct activities, and effectively teach aquatic skills. Read, understand, and carry out written and oral directions. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public, community groups, staff, and other agencies. Exercise good judgment, courtesy, and tact with staff and the public. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs., and work varied shifts, including nights and weekends. EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:SWIM INSTRUCTOR AND LIFEGUARD Must be at least 16 years of age at the time of applying. Any combination of education and experience, which provides the required knowledge and abilities, is acceptable. SENIOR LIFEGUARD Must be at least 18 years of age and have graduated from high school or the equivalent. Any combination of education and experience, which provides the required knowledge and abilities, is acceptable. LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE: Senior Lifeguard, Possession of a valid California Class C Driver License is required. Swim Instructor, Lifeguard, and Senior Lifeguard, Completion of the City of La Mirada Aquatics Certification Schools as assigned upon hire. Supplemental Information Buccaneer Bay water park at Splash! Aquatics Center will be open beginning, May 16, 2026 through September 26, 2026. Positions require availability to work days, evenings, weekends, and holidays. Candidates with open availability will be given preference when hiring. Applicants selected to continue in the hiring process must complete a swim test on one of the following dates: Sunday, February, 8, 2026, 10:30 am or 12:00 pm Saturday, February 21, 2026, 10:30 am or 12:00 pm Friday, March 20, 2026, 6:00 pm Applicants may be considered for a position other than the position applied for. Applicants who successfully pass the swim test may be invited to attend an Aquatics Certification School. Completion of the Aquatics Certification School is required for hiring consideration. Attendance is mandatory. SWIM INSTRUCTOR & CPR SCHOOL DATES (must attend both certification schools):CPR SCHOOL A: Saturday, February 28, 2026 from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. CPR SCHOOL B: Sunday, March 8, 2026 from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. SWIN INSTRUCTOR SCHOOL A: Saturday, March 21, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. SWIN INSTRUCTOR SCHOOL B: Sunday, April 12, from 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. LIFEGUARD and SENIOR LIFEGUARD SCHOOL DATES (must attend one certification school): School A includes all following dates and times: Sunday, March 22, Saturday, March 28, and Sunday, March 29 from 9:00 am to 6:00 p.m. on each day listed. School B includes all following dates and times: Saturday, April 18, Saturday, April 25, and Sunday April 26 from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm on each day listed School C includes all of the following dates and times: Monday, April 20 through Friday, April 24, 4:00 pm to 9:00 pm. ORIENTATION DATES:Aquatics New Hire Orientation, Friday, May 1, 2026 from 3:30 pm to 9:30 pm Senior Lifeguard / Lifeguard Training, Saturday May 2, 2026 8:00 am to 3:30 pm Department Inservice, Saturday, May 2, 2026 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm Swim Instructor Training, Sunday, May 3, 2026 12:00 pm to 6:30 pm All staff aquatics training, Saturday, May 9, 2026 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Candidates will be required to pass a City administered pre-employment requirements which include live scan fingerprinting and a medical examination as part of the selection process. Candidates who do not pass any portion of the above processes will be disqualified and removed from proceeding in the selection process. An updated completed online application and supplemental questionnaire are required to be considered for this position. Resumes are accepted along with the application form but will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Incomplete applications will automatically be disqualified. Applicants will be screened based on the qualifications for the job as described. Applications evaluated as best matching the needs of the City will continue in the selection process. The selection process may include any or all of the following: oral interview(s), written or practical examination and a skills test. The selection process may be changed as deemed necessary by the City Human Resources Office. You will be contacted by email or phone during the application and hiring process. It is your responsibility to check the email and phone number voicemail you provided on your application. We can't leave you a message if your voicemail is not set up or is full, so please make sure that you set up, check and clear out your voicemail during the application and hiring process. This recruitment is open until the needs of the department are met and may close without prior notice. The provision of any job flyer or application does not constitute an expressed or implied contract. The provisions may be modified or revoked without notice. The City of La Mirada offers a competitive compensation and benefits package based on the adopted Appointments are normally made at the first step of a five step salary range. One year of City service is required to advance to the next pay step in the salary range. For detailed salary and benefits information, see current 01 Which Aquatics position(s) are you applying for? Swim Instructor Lifeguard Senior Lifeguard 02 If you are applying for Senior Lifeguard you must be at least 18 years of age at the time of application to be considered for this position. The age requirement will be verified with proper identification during the swim test. Are you at least 18 years old at this time? Yes No Not Applicable 03 Please indicate your current grade level: 10th Grade 11th Grade 12th Grade Graduated High School 04 I understand this position requires the ability to work varied shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays. Are you able to work through the entire summer starting May 16, 2026 through September 26, 2026, given any work shift? Yes No 05 If you answered "No" to the question above and you are not available to work through the entire summer, please list the dates you will not be available starting May 16, 2026, to September 26, 2026. Include any scheduling conflicts such as school, vacation, etc. If you answered "Yes" to the question above, please write "Open Availability". 06 Please list any aquatics experience that you may have such as Swim Team, Water Polo, Diving, Synchronized Swimming, Water Aerobics, or Coaching. Required Question

Created: 2026-03-04