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THE POSITION

Works under the supervision of the Recreation Supervisor or their designee to prepare and serve appropriate quantities of food to meet menu requirements. Operates simple food service support equipment in a safe and effective manner including preparation, cooking, and washing assignments, assembly and service bar, storage and refrigeration, utensils and any equipment as part of the daily routine. Maintain high standards of quality in food production, orderly appearance of work area, sanitation, and safety practices. May deliver items to guests maintaining appropriate customer service skills.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The following duties are normal for this classification.  The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this class.

• Prepare meats for cooking by cutting or trimming.
• Clean, cut, chop and slice food for preparation.
• Cook meat, vegetables, soups, and other foods according to recipe or other instructions meeting the concession menu.
• Maintain and oversee kitchen safety standards, food handling practices, and the disposal of garbage.
• Clean kitchen utensils and equipment and maintain cooking area in clean and safe condition.
• Train Staff in food preparation, service, and clean-up duties; and safety and sanitation practices.
• Ensure proper storage and temperature of foods for serving.
• Inventory perishables and dry goods weekly and rotate inventory, as necessary.
• Maintain up-to-date records and prepare related reports as required.
• Order supplies for menu as required and assist in the receiving and storing of food items and supplies.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees, volunteers and the public using principles of good customer service.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

THE POSITION

Collects fees from public swimming pool patrons, register participants in aquatics classes, and perform a variety of related general clerical duties.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The following duties are normal for this classification. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this class.

•     Collect fees from public swimming pool patrons and aquatics class registrants, and issue pool passes.

•     Complete daily attendance and cash receipt report forms.

•     Answer the telephone, provide information to callers and write messages as needed; assist customers at the front counter.

•     Perform general clerical work such as issuing receipts, photocopying, and filing.

•     Perform light maintenance work such as emptying wastebaskets, sweeping, and opening and closing the office.

•     May provide minor first aid to patrons; may provide assistance to other pool staff in emergency situations.

•     Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees and the public using principles of good customer service.

•     Perform other duties as assigned. 

JOB TYPE

Part-Time, Temporary/Seasonal 

THE POSITION

Under general supervision, performs slide dispatch duties in enforcing water slide procedures, City public swimming pool rules and monitoring patron conduct; perform emergency rescue and lifesaving techniques.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The following duties are normal for this classification. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this class.

•     Enforce waterslide rules and proper rider position, swimming pool rules and regulations, including ensuring orderly conduct by pool patrons;

•     Assist patrons who are in distress and administer a variety of first aid and/or life saving techniques, as appropriate;

•     Assist in maintaining   waterslides are in a safe and clean condition;

•     Preform safety checks of the waterslides;

•     Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees and the public using principles of good customer service;

•     Perform other duties as assigned. 

JOB TYPE

Part-Time, Temporary/Seasonal 

THE POSITION

Under general supervision, the Swim Instructor I performs swim instructor duties in planning, coordinating and teaching swimming and water safety courses, enforcing City public swimming pool rules and monitoring pool patron conduct.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The following duties are normal for this classification. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this class.

Swim Instructor I

•     Assist with creating lesson plans for team practices including the preparation of work-out schedules for all ages and ability levels on the team

•     Attend all scheduled swim meets for the swim team.

•     Assist with assigning swimmers’ events, preparing swimmers prior to swim events, and distribute awards following the swim meet

•     Instruct and evaluate swim team members in important competitive swimming elements and techniques

•     Act as a reference and role model for swim team members

•     Cultivate and maintain good public relations with parent committee, parents, swimmers and the community

•     Attend all coaches’ meetings and additional staff trainings as scheduled

•     Other related duties as assigned.

JOB TYPE

Part-Time, Temporary/Seasonal 

THE POSITION

Under general supervision, performs lifeguard duties in enforcing City public swimming pool rules and monitoring pool patron conduct; perform emergency rescue and lifesaving techniques.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The following duties are normal for this classification. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this class.

•     Enforce swimming pool rules and regulations, including ensuring orderly conduct by pool patrons;

•     Assist in providing instruction for a variety of swimming classes for all ages and ability levels. Assist swimmers who are in distress and administer a variety of first aid and/or life saving techniques, as appropriate;

•     Assist in maintaining pool areas in a safe and clean condition;

•     Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees and the public using principles of good customer service;

•     Perform other duties as assigned.

WATER SAFETY INSTRUCTOR
RECREATION DEPARTMENT
$13.37 hourly
 
Must be available to work June 10th  – August 4th  
 
APPLICATION CLOSING DATE:
Open Until Filled – Priority Screening in February
 

ABOUT THE POSITION:
City of Gilroy is recruiting for seasonal Water Safety Instructors for the 2019 Summer Season. The main goal of the Recreation Department is to offer excellent recreation programs that provide community members with a wide-range of opportunities to celebrate life and community through people, parks, programs, and special events which are delivered by a team of employees dedicated to offering quality recreational, social, and cultural services to all Gilroy residents
 
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
Under direct supervision of the Pool Manager and/or the Assistant Pool Manager, is responsible for the instruction of youth and adults with basic to advanced swimming skills, supervising the safety of participants during swim lessons and enforcing pool safety and sanitation rules whenever the pool facility is in use.  Employees in this classification supervise the participants in the summer aquatics program. This is a temporary/seasonal position.
 

Examples of Duties / Knowledge & Skills

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:

1. Observe pool areas to insure cleanliness and safe, proper use of facilities and equipment.
2. Maintain constant surveillance over pool users to ensure that they conduct themselves in a manner so as not to endanger themselves or others.
3. Enforce pool rules and regulations as they pertain to pool users.
4. Administer first aid, perform CPR with AED and summon lifeguards, supervisors and emergency personnel as required for injuries or other medical emergencies.
5. Administers practical swim tests to determine participants' skill level.
6. Teach swim lessons to participants of all ages and abilities according to the American Red Cross swim lesson standards and curriculum.
7. Complete report cards and certificates at the completion of each swim class.
8. Work at multiple, outdoor locations and in the water in variable temperatures and weather conditions.
9. Compile written report to document rescues, injuries, and other incidents as required.
10. Keep daily activity logs of rescues and other incidents involving the administration of first aid and enforcement of pool rules.
11. When not teaching swim lessons, may assist with dispatching waterslide riders according to OSHA and City of Gilroy guidelines for dispatching. 
12. Communicates to Pool Manager and/or Assistant Manager any problems that take away from teaching swim lessons.
13. Directs use of equipment, including diving board, games, special event equipment.
14. Set-up pool area and cleanup after instruction.
15. Develop positive relationships with pool users to ensure cooperation with pool rules and positive public relations.
16. Assist in the closure of swimming pool areas as warranted.
17. Participate in related training programs and staff meetings.
18. Perform related work as required

Minimum qualifications & Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

1. Completion of Grade 10 or Sophomore year in High School.  This provision may be waived (at the sole discretion of the City of Gilroy) for applicants who have obtained a valid American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor certification as currently the minimum age for American Red Cross certification is 16.
2. The following valid certifications are required:  American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor certification.  The minimum age for American Red Cross certification is age 16.
3. CPR/AED and First Aid Certification preferred.  
4. Any related experience helpful.  Prior experience as a Lifeguard preferred.  A typical way to acquire experience is to have actively participated in water polo teams, swim teams, sports programs, or similar activities outside a school setting and have some experience in supervising children, communicating with parents and the general public or demonstrate a good knowledge of competitive and lifesaving strokes.
5. May be required to possess and maintain a valid California Driver License along with a safe driving record necessary to operate assigned vehicle(s).
6. Valid tuberculosis (TB) Certificate.
7. Pass a pre-employment drug test.
8. Pass a Department of Justice criminal record check for employment.
9. Prefer non-tobacco user.
10. Prefer bilingual (English/Spanish).

Supplemental information

CITY OF GILROY SUMMER 2019 AQUATICS HIRING/TRAINING AND WORK SCHEDULE:

• February  – April:  Interviews & Swim Skills testing as needed (dates to be determined)
• April 1 to April 22: Pre-employment fingerprinting & drug screen appointments*
• May 6, 7 & 8 (3:45 p.m.): Mandatory HR Orientation (candidates must attend one of these dates)
• June 10 to June 14 (all day): Mandatory In-Service training for all summer staff
• June 10 to August 4: Regular Season

*Subject to change as needed by the City.
All applicants must be able to attend all mandatory trainings.

Vacations: Due to the nature and short duration of the summer programs, vacation schedules may not be accommodated. A maximum of 4 days of time-off during the entire Summer Swim Program will be considered, according to the feasibility of the schedule and at the discretion of the supervisor.  If you request more than 4 days, we will choose 4 days from your request to allocate as time off. All applicants must list planned vacations in the supplemental questionnaire that is part of the on-line employment application. All requests must be submitted on this form to be considered. You may have additional time off during the summer, but you are responsible for getting those shifts covered by other staff (getting a shift covered by another staff member does NOT count toward your 4 days off). Hiring preference will be given to those applicants that have more availability during the summer programs.   
 
Employees will be required to purchase shorts and swim suit for this position that will meet the Aquatics dress code requirements.  (See Uniform Dress Code) 

POOL MANAGER
RECREATION DEPARTMENT
$20.67 - $24.80 hourly
 
Must be available to work May 17th – August 4th 
 
APPLICATION CLOSING DATE:
Open Until Filled – Priority Screening in February
 

ABOUT THE POSITION
City of Gilroy is recruiting for a seasonal Pool Manager for the 2019 Summer Season.  The main goal of the Recreation Department is to offer excellent recreation programs that provide community members with a wide-range of opportunities to celebrate life and community through people, parks, programs, and special events which are delivered by a team of employees dedicated to offering quality recreational, social, and cultural services to all Gilroy residents.
 
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
Under the direct supervision of the Recreation (Aquatics) Coordinator and indirect supervision of a Recreation Supervisor, plan, organize and direct the physical, educational, recreational and social activities of the Summer Aquatics Programs. The Pool Manager is responsible for the overall operation of the Summer Aquatics Programs. The Pool Manager is responsible for supervising and evaluating the seasonal pool operations staff. This is a temporary/seasonal position.

Examples of Duties / Knowledge & Skills

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:

1. Observe pool areas to ensure cleanliness and safe, proper use of facilities and equipment.
2. Directs and supervises the collection of all fees, prepares daily records of receipts and deposits same in accordance with agency policies.
3. Maintain constant surveillance over pool users and staff to ensure they conduct themselves in a manner so as not to endanger themselves or others.
4. Enforce pool rules and regulations as they pertain to pool users and staff.
5. Participate in and assist the Recreation (Aquatics) Coordinator in related training programs and staff meetings. Assist in training aquatics personnel.
6. Plan, organize and direct a wide variety of programs and activities to meet the recreational, education, physical and social needs of the community.
7. Supervise, schedule, direct and evaluate aquatics personnel, including the Assistant Pool Managers, Lifeguards II, Lifeguards I, cashiers and volunteers in the instruction of lessons, recreational swim and special events.
8. Assist in site administration in Recreation (Aquatics) Coordinator's absence.
9. Perform a variety of clerical and administrative support functions for aquatics programs as needed.
10. Order, issue and collect equipment.
11. Manages private and semi-private swim lesson instruction.
12. Oversees the Junior Lifeguard Volunteer Program in absence of the Recreation (Aquatics) Coordinator.
13. Oversees the execution of outdoor pool parties (set-up, hosting and clean-up).
14. Open and close aquatics facilities and maintain in clean, safe and orderly manner
15. Maintains, analyzes and submits pertinent records in respect to daily patron admissions and revenue, sanitary water conditions (chlorine and pH readings), accidents, rescues and assists, and first aid
16. Assist staff in performing rescues, administering first aid, performing CPR, using an AED and summoning supervisors and emergency personnel as required for injuries or other medical emergencies. Follow the Emergency Action Plan (EAP) as it relates to injuries on waterslides.
17. Ensure staff administers practical swim tests to determine participant's skill level.
18. Ensure staff plan and implement lesson plans.
19. Ensure staff complete report cards and certificates at the completion of each swim class and distribute them to the parents at the end of each session.
20. Ensure parent evaluations are distributed and collected at the end of each swim session for all classes taught.
21. Work outdoors and in the water in variable temperatures and weather conditions at multiple locations
22. Compile written accident reports to document rescues, injuries and other incidents as required and ensure staff completes these reports immediately after an accident occurs and submits them to the Recreation (Aquatics) Coordinator for review.
23. Keep daily activity logs of rescues and other incidents involving the administration of pool rules for all aquatics facilities operated by the City of Gilroy.
24. Directs use of equipment, including diving board, water slides, games and special event equipment.
25. Ensure staff set-up pool area and cleanup after instruction or recreational swim.
26. Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
27. Develop positive relationships with pool users and staff to ensure cooperation with pool rules and positive public relations.
28. Perform the duties of a lifeguard and/or swim instructor when required due to staffing deficits.
29. Perform related work as required.

Minimum qualifications & Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

1. High school diploma or equivalent.
2. Three (3) summers of aquatics experience as a Lifeguard/Swim Instructor, with at least two (2) summers of experience assisting in managing or managing a pool facility. Other combinations of experience and education that meet the minimum requirements may, at the sole discretion of the City of Gilroy, be substituted.
3. Leadership skills required.
4. The following valid certifications are required:  American Red Cross Lifeguard/First Aid/CPR/AED certification and Water Safety Instructor certificate.
5. Valid tuberculosis (TB) certificate.
6. Possess and maintain a valid California Driver License along with a safe driving record necessary to operated assigned vehicle(s).
7. Pass a pre-employment drug test.
8. Pass a Department of Justice criminal record check for employment.
9. Prefer non-tobacco user.
10. Prefer bilingual (English/Spanish).

Supplemental information

CITY OF GILROY SUMMER 2019 AQUATICS HIRING/TRAINING AND WORK SCHEDULE:

• February – April:  Interviews & Swim Skills testing as needed (dates to be determined)
• April 1 to April 22: Pre-employment fingerprinting & drug screen appointments*
• May 6, 7 or 8 (3:45 p.m.): Mandatory HR Orientation (candidates must attend one of these dates)
• May 17 to May 19: Mandatory training
• May 17 to August 4: Regular Season
• June 10 to June 14 (all day): Mandatory In-Service training for all summer staff?

*Subject to change as needed by the City.

All applicants must be able to attend all mandatory trainings.
 
Vacations: Due to the nature and short duration of the summer programs, vacation schedules may not be accommodated. A maximum of 7 days of time-off during the entire Summer Swim Program will be considered, according to the feasibility of the schedule and at the discretion of the supervisor.  If you request more than 7 days, we will choose 7 days from your request to allocate as time off. All applicants must list planned vacations in the supplemental questionnaire that is part of the on-line employment application. All requests must be submitted on this form to be considered. You may have additional time off during the summer, but you are responsible for getting those shifts covered by other staff (getting a shift covered by another staff member does NOT count toward your 7 days off). Hiring preference will be given to those applicants that have more availability during the summer programs.  
 
Employees will be required to purchase shorts and swim suit for this position that will meet the Aquatics dress code requirements.  (See Uniform Dress Code)

ASSISTANT POOL MANAGER
RECREATION DEPARTMENT
$15.61 - $19.44 hourly
 
Must be available to work May 17th – August 4th 
 
APPLICATION CLOSING DATE:
Open Until Filled – Priority Screening in February
 

ABOUT THE POSITION
City of Gilroy is recruiting for seasonal Assistant Pool Managers for the 2019 Summer Season.  The main goal of the Recreation Department is to offer excellent recreation programs that provide community members with a wide-range of opportunities to celebrate life and community through people, parks, programs, and special events which are delivered by a team of employees dedicated to offering quality recreational, social, and cultural services to all Gilroy residents.
 
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
Under the direct supervision of the Pool Manager and/or Recreation (Aquatics) Coordinator and indirect supervision of a Recreation Supervisor, plan, organize and direct the physical, educational, recreational and social activities of the Summer Aquatics Programs. The Assistant Pool Manager is responsible for supervising aquatic staff in the absence of the Pool Manager and aiding the Pool Manager in evaluating the aquatics staff. This is a temporary/seasonal position.

Examples of Duties / Knowledge & Skills

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:

1. Maintain constant surveillance over pool users and staff to ensure they conduct themselves in a manner so as not to endanger themselves or others.
2. Enforce pool rules and regulations as they pertain to pool users and staff.
3. Observe pool areas to ensure cleanliness and safe, proper use of facilities and equipment.
4. Assists the Pool Manager in the collection of all fees, prepares daily records of receipts and deposits same in accordance with agency policies.
5. Participate in and assist the Recreation (Aquatics) Coordinator and Pool Manager in related training programs and staff meetings. Assist in training aquatics personnel.
6. Assist the Pool Manager in planning, organizing and directing a wide variety of programs and activities to meet the recreational, education, physical and social needs of the community.
7. Assist the Pool Manager with supervising, scheduling, directing and evaluating aquatics personnel, including Lifeguards II, Lifeguards I, cashiers and volunteers in the instruction of lessons, recreational swim and special events.
8. Assist the Pool Manager with managing private and semi-private swim lesson instruction.
9. Assists the Pool Manager with the Junior Lifeguard Volunteer Program.
10. Assists the Pool Manager with the execution of outdoor pool parties (set-up, hosting and clean-up).
11. Assist staff in performing rescues, administering first aid, performing CPR, using an AED and summoning supervisors and emergency personnel as required for injuries or other medical emergencies. Follow the Emergency Action Plan (EAP) as it relates to injuries on waterslides.
12. Maintains, analyzes and submits pertinent records in respect to daily patron admissions and revenue, sanitary water conditions (chlorine and pH readings), accidents, rescues and assists, and first aid.
13. Ensure parent evaluations are distributed and collected at the end of each swim session for all classes taught.
14. Maintains regular and reliable attendance.

Minimum qualifications & Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

1. High school diploma or equivalent.
2. Two (2) summers of aquatics experience as a Lifeguard/Swim Instructor.
3. Two (2) years of leadership experience. (A typical way to acquire leadership experience is to have actively participated in sports programs as a team captain or student council, experience in supervising children that required communicating with parents and the general public or in serving in a leadership role in a club, sorority or fraternity.)
4. The following valid certifications are required: American Red Cross Lifeguard/First Aid/CPR/AED certificate, and Water Safety Instructor certificate.
5. Valid tuberculosis (TB) Certificate.
6. Possess and maintain a valid California Driver License along with a safe driving record necessary to operate assigned vehicle(s).
7. Pass a pre-employment drug test.
8. Pass a Department of Justice criminal record check for employment.
9. Prefer non-tobacco user.
10. Prefer bilingual (English/Spanish).

Supplemental information

CITY OF GILROY SUMMER 2019 AQUATICS HIRING/TRAINING AND WORK SCHEDULE:

• February – April:  Interviews & Swim Skills testing as needed (dates to be determined)
• April 1 to April 22: Pre-employment fingerprinting & drug screen appointments*
• May 6, 7 or 8 (3:45 p.m.): Mandatory HR Orientation (candidates must attend one of these dates)
• May 17 to May 19: Mandatory training
• May 17 to August 4: Regular Season
• June 10 to June 14 (all day): Mandatory In-Service training for all summer staff?

*Subject to change as needed by the City.

All applicants must be able to attend all mandatory trainings.

Vacations: Due to the nature and short duration of the summer programs, vacation schedules may not be accommodated. A maximum of 7 days of time-off during the entire Summer Swim Program will be considered according to the feasibility of the schedule and at the discretion of the supervisor.  If you request more than 7 days, we will choose 7 days from your request to allocate as time off. All applicants must list planned vacations in the supplemental questionnaire that is part of the on-line employment application. All requests must be submitted on this form to be considered. You may have additional time off during the summer, but you are responsible for getting those shifts covered by other staff (getting a shift covered by another staff member does NOT count toward your 7 days off). Hiring preference will be given to those applicants that have more availability during the summer programs.  
 
Employees will be required to purchase shorts and swim suit for this position that will meet the Aquatics dress code requirements.  (See Uniform Dress Code) 

LIFEGUARD II/INSTRUCTOR
RECREATION DEPARTMENT
$15.30 hourly
 
Must be available to work May 17th – August 4th 
 
APPLICATION CLOSING DATE:
Open Until Filled – Priority Screening in February
 

ABOUT THE POSITION:
City of Gilroy is recruiting for seasonal Lifeguard II/Instructors for the 2019 Summer Season. The main goal of the Recreation Department is to offer excellent recreation programs that provide community members with a wide-range of opportunities to celebrate life and community through people, parks, programs, and special events which are delivered by a team of employees dedicated to offering quality recreational, social, and cultural services to all Gilroy residents
 
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
Under direct supervision of the Aquatics Coordinator, Pool Manager, and/or the Assistant Pool Manager, the Lifeguard II/Instructor is responsible for instructing youth and adults with basic to advanced swimming skills, supervising the safety of participants during recreational swimming, and enforce pool safety and sanitation rules whenever the pool facility is in use.  Employees in this classification instruct and supervise the participants in the summer aquatics program. This is a temporary/seasonal position.

Examples of Duties / Knowledge & Skills

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:

1. Observe pool areas to insure cleanliness and safe, proper use of facilities and equipment.
2. Maintain constant surveillance over pool users to ensure that they conduct themselves in a manner so as not to endanger themselves or others.
3. Enforce pool rules and regulations as they pertain to pool users.
4. Perform rescues, administer first aid, perform CPR with AED and summon supervisors and emergency personnel as required for injuries or other medical emergencies.
5. Administers practical swim tests to determine participants' skill level.
6. Complete report cards and certificates at the completion of each swim class.
7. Work at multiple, outdoor locations and in the water in variable temperatures and weather conditions.
8. Compile written report to document rescues, injuries, and other incidents as required.
9. Keep daily activity logs of rescues and other incidents involving the administration of first aid and enforcement of pool rules.
10. When not on lifeguard duty performing safety supervision functions, will provide swim lessons, water safety instructions or similar duties in accordance with Red Cross guidelines.
11. Plan and implement lesson plans.
12. Communicates to Manager and/or Assistant Manager any problems that take attention away from guarding pool.
13. Directs use of equipment, including diving board, games, special event equipment.
14. Set-up pool area and cleanup after instruction.
15. Develop positive relationships with pool users to ensure cooperation with pool rules and positive public relations.
16. Assist in the closure of swimming pool areas as warranted.
17. Participate in related training programs and staff meetings.
18. Perform related work as required

Minimum qualifications & Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

1. Completion of Grade 10 or Sophomore year in High School.
2. The following valid certifications are required:  American Red Cross Lifeguard/First Aid/CPR/AED certification and Water Safety Instructor certificate.
3. Any related experience helpful.  Prior experience as a Lifeguard/Water Safety Instructor preferred.  A typical way to acquire experience is to have actively participated in water polo teams, swim teams, sports programs, or similar activities outside a school setting and have some experience in supervising children, communicating with parents and the general public or demonstrate a good knowledge of competitive and lifesaving strokes.
4. May be required to possess and maintain a valid California Driver License along with a safe driving record necessary to operate assigned vehicle(s).
5. Valid tuberculosis (TB) Certificate.
6. Pass a pre-employment drug test.
7. Pass a Department of Justice criminal record check for employment.
8. Prefer non-tobacco user.
9. Prefer bilingual (English/Spanish).

Supplemental information

CITY OF GILROY SUMMER 2019 AQUATICS HIRING/TRAINING AND WORK SCHEDULE:

• February – April:  Interviews & Swim Skills testing as needed (dates to be determined)
• April 1 to April 22: Pre-employment fingerprinting & drug screen appointments*
• May 6, 7 & 8 (3:45 p.m.): Mandatory HR Orientation (candidates must attend one of these dates)
• May 17 to May 19: Mandatory training
• May 17 to August 4: Regular Season
• June 10 to June 14 (all day): Mandatory In-Service training for all summer staff

*Subject to change as needed by the City.
All applicants must be able to attend all mandatory trainings.
 
Vacations: Due to the nature and short duration of the summer programs, vacation schedules may not be accommodated. A maximum of 7 days of time-off during the entire Summer Swim Program will be considered, according to the feasibility of the schedule and at the discretion of the supervisor.  If you request more than 7 days, we will choose 7 days from your request to allocate as time off. All applicants must list planned vacations in the supplemental questionnaire that is part of the on-line employment application. All requests must be submitted on this form to be considered. You may have additional time off during the summer, but you are responsible for getting those shifts covered by other staff (getting a shift covered by another staff member does NOT count toward your 7 days off). Hiring preference will be given to those applicants that have more availability during the summer programs.  
 
Employees will be required to purchase shorts and swim suit for this position that will meet the Aquatics dress code requirements.  (See Uniform Dress Code) 

LIFEGUARD I/ASSISTANT INSTRUCTOR
RECREATION DEPARTMENT
$13.37 per hour
 
Must be available to work May 17th – August 4th 
 
APPLICATION CLOSING DATE:
Open Until Filled – Priority Screening in February

 

ABOUT THE POSITION:
City of Gilroy is recruiting for seasonal Lifeguard I/Assistant Instructors for the 2019 Summer Season. The main goal of the Recreation Department is to offer excellent recreation programs that provide community members with a wide-range of opportunities to celebrate life and community through people, parks, programs, and special events which are delivered by a team of employees dedicated to offering quality recreational, social, and cultural services to all Gilroy residents.
 
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
Under direct supervision of the Pool Manager, and/or the Assistant Pool Manager, is responsible for instructing youth and adults with basic to advanced swimming skills, supervising the safety of participants during recreational swimming, and enforce pool safety and sanitation rules whenever the pool facility is in use.  Employees in this classification instruct and supervise the participants in the summer aquatics program. This is a temporary/seasonal position.
 

Examples of Duties / Knowledge & Skills

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:

1. Observe pool areas to insure cleanliness and safe, proper use of facilities and equipment.
2. Maintain constant surveillance over pool users to ensure that they conduct themselves in a manner so as not to endanger themselves or others.
3. Enforce pool rules and regulations as they pertain to pool users.
4. Perform rescues, administer first aid, perform CPR and AED and summon supervisors and emergency personnel as required for injuries or other medical emergencies.
5. May assist the Lifeguard II/Instructor with swim lessons for various age and skill levels in accordance with Red Cross guidelines.
6. Work at multiple outdoor locations and in the water in variable temperatures and weather conditions.
7. Compile written report to document rescues, injuries, and other incidents as required.
8. Keep daily activity logs of rescues and other incidents involving the administration of first aid and enforcement of pool rules.
9. When not on lifeguard duty performing safety supervision functions, will assist with swim lessons, as Lifeguard Certificate permits, or similar duties in accordance with Red Cross guidelines.
10. Communicates to Pool Manager and/or Assistant Pool Manager any problems that take attention away from guarding pool.
11. Directs use of equipment, including diving board, games, special event equipment.
12. Set-up pool area and cleanup after instruction.
13. Develop positive relationships with pool users to ensure cooperation with pool rules and positive public relations.
14. Assist in the closure of swimming pool areas as warranted.
15. Participate in related training programs and staff meetings.
16. Perform related work as required.

Minimum qualifications & Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS 

1. Completion of Grade 10 or Sophomore year in High School. This provision may be waived (at the sole discretion of the City of Gilroy) for applicants who have obtained a valid American Red Cross Lifeguard/First Aid/CPR/AED certification as currently the minimum age for American Red Cross certification is age 15.
2. The following valid certifications are required: American Red Cross Lifeguard/First Aid/CPR/AED certificate.  The minimum age for American Red Cross certification is age 15.
3. Any related experience helpful. Prior experience as a Lifeguard preferred. A typical way to acquire experience is to have actively participated in water polo teams, swim teams, sports programs, or similar activities (such as a Junior Lifeguard Program) outside a school setting and have some experience in supervising children, communicating with parents and the general public or demonstrate a good knowledge of competitive and lifesaving strokes.
4. May be required to possess and maintain a valid California Driver License along with a safe driving record necessary to operate assigned vehicle(s).
5. Valid tuberculosis (TB) Certificate.
6. Pass a pre-employment drug test.
7. Pass a Department of Justice criminal record check for employment.
8. Prefer non-tobacco user.
9. Prefer bilingual (English/Spanish).

Supplemental information

CITY OF GILROY SUMMER 2019 AQUATICS HIRING/TRAINING AND WORK SCHEDULE:

• February – April:  Interviews & Swim Skills testing as needed (dates to be determined)
• April 1 to April 22: Pre-employment fingerprinting & drug screen appointments*
• May 6, 7 or 8 (3:45 p.m.): Mandatory HR Orientation (candidates must attend one of these dates)
• May 17 to May 19: Mandatory training
• May 17 to August 4: Regular Season
• June 10 to June 14 (all day): Mandatory In-Service training for all summer staff

*Subject to change as needed by the City.
All applicants must be able to attend all mandatory trainings.
 
Vacations: Due to the nature and short duration of the summer programs, vacation schedules may not be accommodated. A maximum of 7 days of time-off during the entire Summer Swim Program will be considered, according to the feasibility of the schedule and at the discretion of the supervisor.  If you request more than 7 days, we will choose 7 days from your request to allocate as time off. All applicants must list planned vacations in the supplemental questionnaire that is part of the on-line employment application. All requests must be submitted on this form to be considered. You may have additional time off during the summer, but you are responsible for getting those shifts covered by other staff (getting a shift covered by another staff member does NOT count toward your 7 days off). Hiring preference will be given to those applicants that have more availability during the summer programs.   
 
Employees will be required to purchase shorts and swim suit for this position that will meet the Aquatics dress code requirements.  (See Uniform Dress Code)