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Pool Jobs
Enjoy the outdoors and being at the pool? Join us! We're hiring for Swim Instructors and we will train you!
Check out the job descriptions below then fill out the form and we will contact you!
Questions? Please contact us at (415) 485-3344 or terralindapool@cityofsanrafael.org
Desired Characteristics:
- Excellent customer services skills – in person and over the phone
- Professional demeanor – punctuality, shift consistency, clean uniform
- Honesty, integrity and a desire to be an active member of the aquatic team
- Friendly with a positive attitude
- Must be able to work a flexible schedule both weekends and weekdays and some holidays
- Must be able to work outside in all weather conditions (rain, sun, hot weather, early morning)
Lifeguard (Pay scale $17.00-$26.37)
- Current certification desired but not required. American Red Cross Lifeguard training provided at no cost to applicants who are offered a conditional job offer, but those taking the training in house, will be required to pay $41 certification fee and commit to working the season.
- If you are not yet certified but are enrolled, or planning to enroll in a Lifeguard Training Class, you may apply. Conditional offers of employment can be made if you have not taken the course yet.
- Must have good decision-making capabilities, communication skills, punctual, be able to manage their own schedule, decide when to act in an emergency, take initiative on the pool deck, be willing to clean locker rooms, clean up after incidents in the pool or on the deck, take out garbage and other duties as assigned.
Swim Instructors (Pay scale $17.50-$27.15)
- Must have or be able to obtain certification in American Red Cross CPR and AED for the Professional Rescuer and First Aid.
- American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor, Lifeguard Training and experience is highly desired but not required. Must be able to teach group and private swimming lessons. Training provided.
- Swim Instructors may be assigned to weekend, weekday group or private lessons.
- Excellent communication skills, energy and excitement for teaching swimming and ability to connect with adults and children.
- Minimum 14 years of age, enjoy working with children; safety minded, good communication skills, and previous experience as a competitive swimmer or working with children.