Lifeguard - Swim Lesson Instructor (SLI) - Seasonal
Company: Government jobs
Location: Mesa
Posted on: January 19, 2023
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Job Description:
Description/Duties
This classification has been designated as a non-benefited,
non-classified, non-merit system, at-will position.
The City of Mesa is currently recruiting for Lifeguard - Swim
Lesson Instructors (SLI) for the Summer Season. The Season runs
from April 2023 through August 2023. Lifeguard (SLI) may work 25 -
40 hours per week, depending on business needs.
As a Lifeguard (SLI) you will provide instruction in swimming
and/or diving and organize learning activities. You will monitor
activities at a City swimming pool to prevent accidents and to
rescue swimmers in distress. You will caution swimmers about safety
hazards, maintain order in the pool area, and administer first aid.
Other duties include completing accident reports, general cleaning
duties, sweeping pool deck, removing debris from pool area, and
providing general information to patrons.
Qualified applicants must successfully complete one skills testing.
The first skills test will be offered on Saturday, March 25, 2023
and remaining staffing needs will be filled at a second skills test
Saturday, April 8, 2023. Skills testing will include an assessment
of various lifeguard skills, fitness level, as well as a verbal
interview. In order to attend either skills test, applications must
be received online by 11:59 p.m., Wednesday, March 22, 2023, and
you must receive an email invitation with details of the skills
testing event. Applications received after March 22nd will be
considered on an as-needed basis.
Additional Information:
Lifeguard and Water Safety Instructor (WSI) certification classes
are offered by the City of Mesa beginning in February. A skills
test review is offered in March. See the Mesa's Parks, Recreation
and Community Facilities website for class times, locations, and
registration fee information:
http://www.mesaparks.com/parks-facilities/pools/training-classes.
For general registration and class information, call 480-644-7529
(PLAY).
All staff will be provided black swimsuit/shorts uniform, two
lifeguard t-shirts, and a Fox 40 whistle. Visible tattoos with
inappropriate lettering or images such as nudity or offensive
language must be covered. Visible body piercings must be
appropriate and professional.
Incentive Information:
The City of Mesa is excited to offer reimbursement to NEW staff for
the cost of Lifeguard Certification classes ($200) and Water Safety
Instructor Certification classes ($225) obtained through the City
of Mesa. To be eligible for reimbursement, applicants must
register, complete and pass the certification class, pass the
skills test, and be hired as a City of Mesa staff member for the
Summer 2023 Season.
Seasonal staff are also eligible for a $500 incentive at the
conclusion of the season. To receive the incentive, staff must work
an entire season and receive a positive supervisor evaluation.
Please refer to the link below for the full job description and
additional information regarding assignments, preferred
qualifications, and essential functions. Qualifications &
Requirements
Employee Values:All employees of the City of Mesa are expected to
uphold and exhibit the City's shared employee values of Knowledge,
Respect, and Integrity.
Minimum Qualifications Required. Valid Lifeguard Certification,
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) for the Professional Rescuer
Certification, and SLI Certification or Water Safety Instructor
(WSI) or equivalent certification by hire date.
Substance Abuse Testing. Due to the safety and/or security
sensitive nature of this classification, individuals shall be
subject to pre-employment or pre-placement alcohol, drug and/or
controlled substance testing as outlined in City policy and
procedures.
Preferred/Desirable Qualifications. Some (3 - 6 months) experience
in performing the duties of a lifeguard and instructing swimming
classes is preferred. Bilingual in Spanish desirable.
Link to Job Description
http://apps.mesaaz.gov/jobdescriptions/Documents/JobDescriptions/cs2905.pdf
A Summary of City of Mesa Benefits is linked here.
01 Are you able to work April 2023 through August 2023?
02 How many hours per week will you be available to work?
03 Please select the response below that best describes the status
of your CPR certification:
04 Please select the response below that best describes the status
of your Swim Lesson Instructor or Water Safety Instructor
certification:
05 How many months have you worked as a Lifeguard?
06 If selected for the position, you will be required to attend
mandatory training classes/meetings on the following dates:
Saturday, April 29th, Saturday, May 6th, Saturday, May 13th and
Saturday, May 20th. Do you agree to be available for all of these
dates?
07 Are you able to teach swim lessons in Spanish?
08 Comments:
09 Were you referred by a City of Mesa Parks, Recreation and
Community Facilities staff member? If yes, please provide their
full name below. If not, please type N/A.
* Required Question
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