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Lifeguard/Swim Instructor

$19.36 per hour

$20.34 per hour with WSI

Open until filled

The City of San Mateo Parks and Recreation Department is looking responsible, enthusiastic,

and energetic individuals to join our Aquatics Section!

Qualifications:

Must be at least 15 years old and have the ability to obtain a work permit, if under the age of 18.  Applicants must have completed and passed the Lifeguard Training class that includes CPR, FPR, and AED by June 1, 2024. WSI (water safety instructor) is highly recommended.

Lifeguard Job Responsibilities:

• The primary responsibility of a lifeguard is to protect lives by using their skills to prevent injury among patrons.  This duty does not only include rescuing drowning victims or administering CPR and first aid.  Being alert and proactive also helps to prevent dangerous situations from ever occurring in the first place.
• Enforcing the rules fairly and consistently is a close second major duty and could even be considered to be a part of patron surveillance.  Help the patrons to keep themselves safe by monitoring and putting an end to dangerous behaviors. 
• Maintenance and cleaning tasks are also part of the lifeguard’s duties.  These can include monitoring chemical levels in the pool, picking up trash and organizing equipment, or inspecting the facility for unsafe conditions.

Swim Instructor Job Responsibilities:

• The swim instructor is responsible for instructing swim lesson participants in a variety of swim levels.
• This position is also responsible for the safety of the participants in their own class.
• Work hours as scheduled which includes beginning and ending class on time; remaining after class to answer participant and/or parent questions as needed and clean up supplies.
• Instructs and evaluates students participating in swim lessons.
• Submits completed report cards, skills sheets, and attendance information on time.           

Schedule:

                Interviews:                             Starting in April

                In-Service Training:              June 8 (new hires only), June 10 – June 14      

                Summer Session:                 June 15 – August 11

                Weekly In-Service:               Every Friday from June 21 – August 9, 10:00am-12:00pm

                Daily Hours: (scheduled shifts may vary)

                                M-F         9:45am-8:15pm

                                S              9:45am-5:15pm

                                SU           12:45pm-5:15pm

Are You Interested? Apply.

Applications can be found on our website at www.cityofsanmateo.org, submit them on-line at www.calopps.org or e-mail applications to shavel@cityofsanmateo.org. If you have any questions, contact Carolyn Shavel via email or 650.522.7473. Applications are also available at the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center: 725 Monte Diablo Ave, San Mateo 94401 Application materials will be screened on a continuous basis and must answer the following Supplemental question: “Did a current City of San Mateo employee refer you to this job?” “If yes, please provide their name.”

Fine Print The policy of the City of San Mateo is to grant equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, sex, gender, age, religion, ancestry, physical or mental disability, sexual preference, marital status, or national origin. It is the intent and desire of the City of San Mateo that equal employment opportunity will be provided in recruiting, hiring, training, promoting, wages, benefits, and all other privileges, terms, and conditions of employment.

The City of Menlo Park is currently accepting applications for Child Care Teacher I/II.   

These positions are part-time (20 hours a week) and provide a flexible work schedule. We are looking for candidates that enjoy teaching & working with preschool and school aged children. The working hours are Monday through Friday.

Please click on the Job PDF to view the announcement.

The Silliman Family Aquatic Center Lifeguard Academy is for those seeking employment with the City of Newark. This program is a beginner-level course that covers Lifeguard Training, Water Park Lifeguard Training, First Aid, CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer, Administering Emergency Oxygen, Swim Lesson Instruction, and center-specific training. Please note that this position requires you to work in an indoor aquatic environment subject to warm/humid temperatures.

**No certifications or previous experience is required! Candidates must be comfortable in the water. Once you successfully pass your lifeguard certification, you’ll get a $1.00 raise to make $19/hour as a lifeguard.**

• Candidates will be contacted for an in-person interview.
• No experience required, training provided. Be paid to train to become a lifeguard! No cost to take certification courses.

**All communication will be via email for this recruitment**

Recruitment Contact:

Ryan Storms, Aquatics Coordinator

Email: ryan.storms@newark.org

The Newark Recreation and Community Services Department is looking for Lifeguards for our fantastic swim lessons and aquatic programs at the Silliman Activity & Family Aquatic Center. We are looking for positive, patient, motivated, self-driven individuals that have a passion for working with children and wish to make a difference! Those that are successful in the application review will be invited to attend an in-person interview. Please note that this position requires you to work in an indoor aquatic environment subject to warm/humid temperatures.

• Applicants should be able to work at least 12-20 hours September through April, including weekends and holidays, with mandatory trainings.

• Must be flexible regarding scheduling as it is based on business demands to include some weekend and holiday availability. We are flexible around school schedules.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Under direct supervision of the Aquatics Coordinator, Lifeguards will ensure the safety of facility patrons by preventing and responding to emergencies
• Maintaining constant surveillance of patrons in the facility
• Acting immediately and appropriately to ensure the safety of patrons in the event of an emergency/Providing emergency care and treatment as required until the arrival of emergency medical services
• Performing various maintenance duties as directed to maintain a clean and safe facility
• Having a thorough knowledge of rescue techniques

**All communication will be via email for this recruitment**

Recruitment Contact:

Ryan Storms, Aquatics Coordinator

Email: ryan.storms@newark.org

The City of Redwood City’s invites you to apply for the position of Pre-School Teacher (Bilingual Preferred).

• Please click on the job announcement file below to review the recruitment flyer.
• A complete application is required.
• Applications will be reviewed continuously as they are received. Interested individuals are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

The City of Redwood City is looking for individuals interested in working on an on-call basis providing transportation for seniors attending functions at the Veterans Memorial Senior Center plus working with staff on any programmatic needs assistance.  Hours will vary based on Center needs and will not exceed 10-20 hours per week.

Please click on the PDF link below to review the complete job announcement.

We strongly encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible. Applications are reviewed as they are received, and selections can be made at any time during the recruitment process. 

Child Care Instructor I (School Age)

Part-Time (21 hours per week)

$14.59 - $17.74 per hour

Plus excellent pro-rated benefits

APPLICATION DEADLINE:  Applications Reviewed Weekly

THE CITY is focused on enhancing our community members’ quality of life through well-designed services and a positive workplace culture.  San Rafael is the economic and cultural heart of Marin County, and its high quality of life is centered on its commercial districts, engaged neighborhoods, active lifestyle, and natural environment.  San Rafael (population 59,000) is a full-service city with a city council/city manager form of government with 12 departments, more than 400 employees, and an annual budget of $100 million.  The City’s vision is to be a vibrant economic and cultural center reflective of its diversity.  The City Council is engaged and seeks to strengthen the urban and commercial areas as well as sustain the beautiful natural environment.

San Rafael’s Organizational culture framework is an initiative called “Together San Rafael.”  City employees are our greatest asset, and we seek talented individuals with diverse backgrounds who are creative, curious, and excited about a challenge.  We are a results-driven team focused on the needs of community members.  The Together San Rafael initiative is focused on modernizing City services and increasing the engagement of employees.  This initiative recognizes the interconnectedness of the customer and employee experience. 

THE POSITION:

The City of San Rafael Library & Recreation Department, Child Care Division, is accepting applications for Child Care Instructor I to work in our School-Age Programs.  Under the supervision of the Child Care Director or Head Teacher, you will assist in the planning and implementation of daily activities for the school-age program. 

This position performs the following essential job duties:      

• Assist in planning and implementing age appropriate curriculum, activities, and events.
• Provide continuous supervision to children in day-to-day activities; ensures health and safety of children.
• Maintain childcare center, rooms and play areas in a clean, orderly and safe condition; sets up rooms and areas for various activities such as lunch, naps, games, etc.
• Monitor behavioral patterns and assists with assessment and child development profiles.
• Meet with parents as necessary or requested.
• Perform lead work responsibilities over Child Care Aides.

To be eligible for this position you must have knowledge of: 

• Stages and phases of Child Development.
• Appropriate disciplinary techniques.
• Age-appropriate group curriculum and activities.
• Appropriate child guidance methods.

To be eligible for this position you must possess the ability to:

• Deal effectively with children and act as appropriate adult role model.
• Instruct children in large and small group activities.
• Accept direction from the supervisor.
• Establish and maintain positive working relationships with others.  Work well in a team with other instructors and aides.
• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Manage time, activities and resources effectively.
• Work as scheduled.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: 

• Completion of six (6) units Early Childhood Education (ECE) courses and currently working toward the completion of twelve (12) units of Early Childhood Education (ECE) courses.     
• Six (6) months working with children.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Department of Justice and FBI fingerprint clearance
• Prefer possession of a valid California Driver’s License

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:   

Must be able to perform physical activities such as but not limited to lifting or carrying children or heavy items (up to 40 lbs.) unassisted, reaching, bending, standing, or walking.  The employee is occasionally required to sit, climb or balance, twist, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS:   

City of San Rafael application is required.  A City of San Rafael application is required.  Resumes do not substitute for the City application.  Candidates should detail related education and experience on the application since this information will be used to determine who will be invited to participate in the next phase of the examination process.  The examination process may include the following:  application appraisal and oral board interview examination.  The passing point for the oral board examination final score will be 70%.  Prior to appointment, candidate must pass a pre-placement physical examination, drug screen, a background check, and fingerprinting.  To file an application, go online to www.calopps.org.  Select “Member Agencies”.  Select “San Rafael”.  Follow this link to submit an application for this position: https://www.calopps.org/san-rafael/job-20157145 

Reasonable Accommodation: The City of San Rafael will make reasonable accommodations in the interview process to accommodate disabled applicants. If you have a disability for which you require an accommodation, please contact us at (415) 485-3474 before the test date.

The Organization

Fremont is a well-managed and innovative city! Located in the heart of the Bay Area and Silicon Valley, Fremont prides itself on innovation, clean technology and advanced manufacturing, a low crime rate, great schools, a low unemployment rate, quality parks, nearby open space, and an incredibly diverse population of over 235,000 residents. As a full-service city, Fremont employs 962 regular employees and operates on a FY 2020-21 General Fund budget of $213.4 million. With its strong and diversified business base, Fremont is an important economic force in the region. The City strives to be an innovator in municipal government, with dynamic leadership provided by the City Council and City Manager.

The Department

The Human Resources Department is responsible for the following program activities:
• Recruitment and selection
• Classification and compensation
• Employee and labor relations
• Organizational development
• Employee benefits and payroll administration

The Position

The Human Resources Analyst I/II will perform a wide range of responsibilities in the Human Resources Department. The current vacancy will primarily focus on recruitment and examination responsibilities. This recruitment may also be utilized to fill an additional vacancy to support the benefits function within the Human Resources Department.

Examples of job responsibilities may include, but not limited to the following:
• Compile and analyze HR metrics and data from a variety of sources and HR systems (NEOGOV and PeopleSoft 9.2) to make recommendations.
• Prepares reports with data results, including presenting and explaining findings/recommendations related to human resources policies and processes.
• Assists in the interpretation and application of human resources rules, policies, legislation and MOUs.
• Recruitment & Examination:
− Plan, develop and administer the full cycle recruitment/selection process and activities.
− Provide analytical support with position classification/compensation to support client departments’ hiring/staffing needs.
− Identify and implement industry best practices for hard-to-fill positions.
− Utilize social media and other recruitment marketing sources to attract and increase candidate pools.
− Implement efficiencies that will result in reducing the time to hire.
• Benefits Administration:
− Provide analytical support with the administration of benefits programs, including the City’s retiree medical reimbursement program, deferred compensation governance, leave administration, Affordable Care Act (ACA) and the City’s annual open enrollment process.
− Support HRIS (PeopleSoft 9.2) testing activities to support benefits programs and processes: open enrollment, ACA, CalPERS, including the development and implementation of new functionality (e.g.., onboarding) within PeopleSoft 9.2.