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Job description
Salary: $19.02 - $23.12 Hourly
Location : Los Alamitos Community Center
Job Type: Part-Time
Job Number:
Department: Recreation & Community Services
Opening Date: 07/22/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
Description
APPLICATION FILING PERIOD INFORMATION: This recruitment is Open Until Filled.
Interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. Please note that the application filing period for this recruitment may close, at any time without notice, once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.
SALARY RANGE: $19.02 - $23.12 Per Hour; up to (20) work hours per week (varies per season)
THE POSITION
This position serves as Water Safety Instructor in the Department of Recreation and Community Services and performs swim lesson instruction and lifesaving skills at the USA Water Polo National Training Center.
Examples of Duties
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Under the direction of the Recreation Coordinator and Pool Supervisor, the Water Safety Instructor is required to perform the following essential job functions: demonstrate essential swim strokes to participants in the pool; verbally communicate instructions to children and adults in the American Red Cross Learn to Swim Program; enforcement of pool rules and regulations; promote public relations among participants; and perform other duties as assigned by Supervisor.
Typical Qualifications
DESIRABLE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Previous experience in swim lesson instruction. Prior swimming experience. Past experience working with children. Ability to read and follow directions; ability to interpret and apply pool rules and regulations; ability to work cooperatively with other staff members.
DESIRABLE EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING
A minimum of one (1) year experience as a lifeguard at a municipal swimming pool. Ability to swim 400 yards, tread water for 10 minutes, and demonstrate proper rescue techniques.
SPECIAL JOB-RELATED REQUIREMENTS
American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor's Certificate
American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer
American Red Cross Community First Aid & Safety
Title 22 Certificate
DEFERRED COMPENSATION (Retirement Plan)
The City contributes (3.75%) of your gross salary and withholds (3.75%) of your gross salary per pay period for total of (7.5%) of your salary that is deposited into a tax-deferred retirement savings plan that can be withdrawn and used upon separation from the City or saved and invested towards future retirement.
PAID SICK LEAVE
After (30) days of employment, will accrue one (1) hour of sick leave for every (30) hours worked, and you can use up to (40) hours or (5 days) of paid sick leave in one year.
EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (EAP)
EAP is a voluntary and confidential service to employees who need help managing personal difficulties or life challenges.
HEALTH BENEFITS
Please note that part-time positions are not eligible for City-paid health benefits (i.e. medical, dental, vision, life insurance).
Part-time employment with the City is At-Will and is based on continued program needs. No guarantees are made related to hours.
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Do you have experience in Aquatics? Yes
No
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If you answered YES to Question #1, please describe your experience. If you answered NO, please list N/A.
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Are you availabe to work weekends and/or mornings, if needed? Yes
No
Required Question
Worksite address
los alamitos, CA, 90721, US
Who can apply
Review the original listing for work authorization, qualifications and employer requirements.