Note: Late applications may be considered.

Under supervision, Lifeguard II and Lifeguard III positions act as assistant head or head lifeguard, respectively, and perform general supervision of Lifeguards and related administrative functions at a District aquatic facility.  Essential functions include: performs the tasks necessary to supervise lifeguard personnel, and to promote public safety at an aquatic facility by lifeguarding. Determines work schedules; advises on employee performance evaluations; assists in the planning and conducting of lifeguard training sessions; expedites orders of material and equipment for their facility.  Monitors activities in aquatic areas to prevent accidents: enforces regulations, cautions swimmers regarding unsafe swim areas, rescues swimmers in danger of drowning, administers first aid, and maintains order in aquatic areas.  Inspects facility for cleanliness, keeping aquatic area clean and free from hazards.  Inspects and maintains equipment and materials in proper working order.  Participates in training sessions.  Takes reports from the public; fills out and reviews medical incident reports, training logs, and other forms and paperwork as required. Other tasks include: coordinates and instructs aquatic and safety programs as required; assists in water treatment; and performs data entry.  Lifeguard II provides a supplementary role to the Lifeguard III and assists with completing the above job tasks.

Minimum Qualification

• Must be 16 years of age or older for Lifeguard II; must be 18 years of age or older for Lifeguard III and equivalent to completion of the 12th grade, and
• A current “CPR/AED for Lifeguards” provider certificate from the American Red Cross or American Heart Association or its equivalent, and
• A current "Emergency Response" certificate from the American Red Cross or “Emergency Medical Technician” (EMT) certificate or its equivalent, and
• A current "Lifeguarding/Waterfront/First Aid”certificate from the American Red Cross or its equivalent, and
• One season’s experience as a paid, full-time lifeguard in a facility equivalent to an East Bay Regional Park facility.

Desirable Qualifications

A current "Water Safety Instructor" (WSI) certificate from the American Red Cross or its equivalent, a current “CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer” Instructor certificate from the American Red Cross or its equivalent, a current “Lifeguard Training” Instructor certificate from the American Red Cross or its equivalent, and SCUBA certification by a nationally recognized certifying agency are highly desirable.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Knowledge of lifeguarding.  Knowledge of correct English usage, including spelling, grammar and punctuation, sufficient to write accurate reports and forms.  Ability to use a computer terminal.  Ability to swim 550 yards (500 meters) over a measured course in ten minutes or less.  Ability to operate and maintain lifesaving equipment.  Ability to effectively teach aquatic and safety programs to varying age levels.  Ability to proficiently direct emergency lifeguard response as prescribed by Aquatic management.  Ability to walk, run, jump, climb, swim, dive, sit, lift and carry equipment weighing up to 60 pounds, lift overhead and balance equipment weighing up to 40 pounds, and work outdoors in the sun for prolonged periods of time.  Ability to breath-hold dive to 15 feet and recover 150 pound person while wearing mask and fins in an open water environment.  Ability to understand and apply District and department policies, procedures, protocols, and pertinent local and state regulations relating to lifeguard operations and emergency procedures.  Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with those contacted in the course of work at all levels, including a culturally diverse public, with a focus on quality service to internal and external customers.

Lifeguards must work 750 hours in order to progress to the next salary step. Lifeguards earn additional pay for actual teaching hours worked.

Conditions of Employment

Lifeguards are required to wear uniforms and may be required to work unusual hours, weekends and holidays.  Lifeguards may be required to work at aquatic facilities other than their assigned facility.  Individuals chosen for hire must be able to pass a District medical examination, fingerprint background check and continuous skill audits (including passing the 500 yard swim test prior to working).  Lifeguards must participate in a minimum of 16 hours of formal rescue skills training per season.  Lifeguards will be limited to 900 hours of work each fiscal year (July 1 through June 30).  Lifeguards have limited representation by Local 2428, American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees (AFSCME), AFL-CIO.

Vacancy Situation

The District expects to hire 21 Lifeguard II and III positions this summer season.  The District will attempt to schedule Lifeguards according to their availability; however, preference will be given to applicants available to work full time throughout the season.  All District aquatic facilities are open water areas with the exception of Roberts Pool, Contra Loma, and Diablo Foothills.  A list of the aquatic facilities is listed below.

Selection Process

The application materials and past District work performance of all returning lifeguard applicants will be reviewed by a screening panel to select the best qualified for employment.  Previous employment or possession of the minimum requirements does not guarantee employment.  The District reserves the right to be the sole selector of the candidate’s suitability as determined by the exams named.  Lifeguard II/III candidates who have not previously been employed by the District, must successfully complete the District’s Lifeguard Academy (in addition to the application materials noted on this form, please complete the Lifeguard I New Supplemental Application form). The Human Resources Division will establish a hiring pool as a result of this selection process.  Lifeguard II/III candidates for the 2012 season will be hired from this pool.

Swim Facility Locations

All facilities operate depending on weather, water level, water quality, staffing availability and visitation. For specific lifeguard service dates, please refer to the “Swimming” section of the District’s website.

Lake Anza, Tilden Park, Berkeley
Contra Loma, Antioch
Cull Canyon, Castro Valley
Diablo Foothill, Walnut Creek
Don Castro, Hayward
Del Valle, East Beach, Livermore
Del Valle, West Beach, Livermore
Quarry Lakes, Fremont
Roberts Pool, Oakland
Shadow Cliffs, Pleasanton
Lake Temescal, Oakland

How to Apply

Application materials may be downloaded below, may be picked up by visiting the District’s Administrative Offices at 2950 Peralta Oaks Ct., Oakland, CA, may be requested by calling the Human Resources Division at (510) 544-2154 or by filling out the Packet Request Form at the bottom of this page. Completed applications must arrive in the Human Resources Division before 5:00 PM on the closing date. Postmarks or faxed applications are not acceptable.

APPLICATION CLOSING DATE: March 16, 2012, 5:00 p.m. (Late applications may be considered).

Application materials for this position consist of three required parts:

1. Click here to download a current District Application form, and

2. Click here to download a Lifeguard II/III (Returning) Supplemental Application form, and

3. New applicants only:  copies (front and back) of the required certificates listed under “minimum qualifications”

Special Assignment Interest

If you are interested in working at Roberts Pool or Contra Loma, it is highly recommended that you complete a Swim Lesson Instructor Interest form. In order to be considered for work as a Junior Lifeguard Instructor, you must complete the Junior Lifeguard Instructor Interest form.   In order to be considered for work as the Program Assistant, you must complete a Program Assistant form.

Application packets for the position advertised above may be obtained by completing the form below and clicking on the "Submit Form" button. Expect applications to arrive at the address provided within 2-3 business days.

Application Packet Request Form

Please send an application package to:

East Bay Regional Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).