POOL LIFEGUARD CANDIDATE (TEMPORARY)

POOL LIFEGUARD CANDIDATE (TEMPORARY) Print ( ufeff POOL LIFEGUARD CANDIDATE (TEMPORARY) Salary $17.45 Hourly Location Los Angeles County, CA Job Type Temporary Job Number D2963B Department PARKS AND RECREATION Opening Date 10/14/2025 + Description + Benefits + Questions Position/Program Information DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION This announcement is being reposted to extend the filing period. POOL LIFEGUARD CANDIDATE (TEMPORARY) EXAM NUMBER: D2963B TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: We welcome applications from anyone. JOB TYPE: Temporary SALARY: $17.45 Hourly POOL LIFEGUARD SALARY RANGE (UPON HIRE AFTER CERTIFICATION ACADEMY) : $23.87 - $25.87 HOURLY Filing:The application filing period will begin on October 15, 2025, at 8:00 a.m. (PT) - Continuous. We will keep accepting applications until the position is filled. The application window may close unexpectedly once we have enough qualified candidates. DEFINITION: Participates in an intensive training academy in pool lifeguarding and emergency medical response. About You: Do you love swimming? Are you passionate about assisting others? If this describes you than you are exactly what Parks and Recreation is looking for About Us: We work directly with members of the public as they enjoy our 42 swimming pools and 19 splash pads. We are looking for individuals to add to our team that are strong swimmers, that can assist in maintaining a safe environment. We offer aquatic facilities and classes to patrons of all ages. Essential Job Functions + Under close supervision, participates in a training academy. + Through training, learns proper lifesaving techniques and procedures for swimming pool surveillance, victim recognition, pool rescues, and pool safety regulations. + Receives instruction and participates in field training to learn proper procedures and acquire proficiency in rescue techniques and in the provision of emergency medical care. + Receives instruction and learns the proper care and safe operation of pool filtration systems and basic pool maintenance. + Receives instruction and prepares for authorized lifesaving, first aid, and cardiopulmonary certifications. + Engages in physical fitness training drills established by the Department. Requirements Requirements to Qualify: No experience required. Age: Sixteen at time of swim test. Valid photo ID with date of birth will be required . Ability: Candidates must have the ability to swim 300 yards in 6:30 minutes or less. License: A valid California Class C Driver's License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. Vision: At least 20/30 in each eye with correction, and at least 20/200 with both eyes open without correction. Hearing: There may be no greater than a 25 dB loss in the better ear as averaged over the test frequencies of 500, 1000, 2000, and 3000 Hz. There may not be a peak loss at any of the test frequencies greater than: 30 dB at 500 Hz 30 dB at 1000 Hz 40 dB at 2000 Hz 40 dB at 3000 Hz There may be no greater than a 35 dB loss in the worse ear as averaged over the test frequencies, and no peak loss greater than 45 dB at any of the test frequencies. In the case of a questionable, unusual, or borderline hearing loss, the applicant's record will be reviewed by the Occupational Health Service consultant in otolaryngology who will make a recommendation as to the applicant's employability and forward it to the Medical Director for final disposition. Drug Test:Applicants for this position will be required to take and pass a urine drug screening as part of the pre-placement medical examination. Physical Class: IV - Arduous. This class involves frequent heavy lifting over 25 pounds, often combined with bending, twisting, or working above ground on irregular surfaces. It includes those positions that occasionally demand extraordinary physical activity such as those in Safety positions. Veteran's Credit: The County of Los Angeles policy states that a credit of 10 percent of the total credits specified for open competitive examinations (recruitments open to everyone) will be added to the final passing grade of an honorable discharged veteran who served in the Armed Forces of the United States under specific conditions. For more information on veteran's credit, please visit: Additional Information Additional Information: Examination content : This examination will consist of a performance test weighted 100%, a swim test of 300 yards which must be completed in 6:30 minutes or less . All candidates finishing within the time limit will receive a score of 100%; candidates who do not complete within the 6:30 minute time limit will receive a failing score. Only candidates who pass the swim test will be placed on the eligible register. Recruitment is held year-round. Please contact your local LA County Aquatics Office to schedule a time for a drop-in swim test near you. IMPORTANT INFORMATION CANDIDATES MUST PROVIDE THE FOLLOWING DOCUMENTATION AT CHECK IN + PHOTO ID + A valid State ID or State Driver's license, School, Work or Military ID, or Passport are acceptable forms of identification. + PROOF OF AGE + If your Photo ID does not show your date of birth, an Original Birth Certificate will be required. Without a valid photo ID, candidates will not be allowed to participate in the examination. Candidates must come prepared with bathing suits and towels to take the swim test . Try Out Dates and Location -Please click on the park's name as it is a link to the location where the test will be administered. CENTRALSOUTHEASTNORTH DateNO DATENovember 15, 2025January 10, 2026November 15, 2025 Location Jesse Owens Community Regional Park (Belvedere Community Regional Park San Fernando Recreation Park and Aquatic Center ( DateOctober 18, 2025January 24, 2026February 14, 2026December 20, 2025 LocationGreater Whittier Regional Aquatic Center ( Jesse Owens Community Regional Park (Allen J. Martin Park ( Ryan M. Clinkunbroomer Castaic Sports Complex DateNovember 15, 2025NO DATEMarch 14, 2026January 17, 2026 Location Franklin D. Roosevelt Park ( Belveder Community Regional Park San Fernando Recreation Park and Aquatic Center ( Date December 20, 2025NO DATENO DATENO DATE Location Greater Whittier Regional Aquatic Center ( DateJanuary 17, 2026NO DATE NO DATE NO DATE Location Franklin D. Roosevelt Park ( DateFebruary 21, 2026 LocationGreater Whittier Regional Aquatic Center ( IT IS STRONGLY RECOMMENDED THAT APPLICATIONS ARE SUBMITTED PRIOR TO ATTENDING SWIM TEST FOLLOWING THE INSTRUCTIONS BELOW in the section forApplication and Filing Information. Eligibility Information: The names of candidates receiving a passing grade in the examination will be placed on the eligible register in the order of their score group for a period of six (6) months following the date of promulgation. Applications will be processed on an as-received basis and promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. Vacancy Information: + The positions are for TEMPORARY EMPLOYMENT ONLY. + Hiring will be for the summer swim season. + Those who pass the swim test must pass a county pre-employment medical exam AND a 64-hour Lifeguard Training Program. Training dates to be announced. Candidates who pass the certification academy and are appointed to Pool Lifeguard, may be placed at the following pools: o East Agency Aquatics (626) 821-4655 + Belvedere Aquatic Center, Los Angeles + Atlantic Park Pool, Los Angeles + Salazar Park Pool, Los Angeles + City Terrace Park Pool, Los Angeles + Obregon Park Pool, Los Angeles + Norman S. Johnson Aquatic Center, Arcadia o Central Agency Aquatics (626) 821-4655 + Greater Whittier Regional Aquatic Center, Whittier + Krejci Pool, Los Angeles + Bethune Pool, Los Angeles + Carver Pool, Los Angeles + Mona Pool, Compton + Franklin D. Roosevelt Pool, Los Angeles + Ted Watkins Park Pool, Los Angeles o North Agency Aquatics (661) 222-9519 + El Cariso Pool, Sylmar + Everett Martin Park Pool, Little Rock + Knollwood Pool, Granada Hills + Val Verde, Saugus + Castaic Regional Aquatics Complex, Castaic + San Fernando Regional Pool, San Fernando + George Lane Pool, Quartz Hill o South Agency Aquatics (310) 965-8646 + Alondra Pool, Lawndale + Campanella, West Compton + Enterprise Pool, West Compton + Lennox Pool, Lennox + Victoria Pool, Carson + Cerritos Pool, Cerritos + Garrot Pool, Los Angeles + Keller Pool, Los Angeles + Jesse Owens Pool, Los Angeles Available Shifts: The work week includes evenings, weekends, and holidays. Application and Filing Information: We only accept applications filed online. Applications submitted by U.S. mail, fax or in person are not accepted. Apply online by clicking on the

Created: 2025-11-01