The City of Laguna Beach is excited to announce that we are accepting applications for Part-Timepositions in the Transit and Community Services Department: Aquatic Specialist and Senior Pool Lifeguard. 

The position candidates are hired for will be determined during the selection process and dependent on experience and qualifications.

When you’ll work:

Summer Schedule (June-August)

Weekdays: 6:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Weekends: 7:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Candidates should be available to work an average of 30 hours per week during the summer season, subject to department needs. Successful candidates may continue working in the off-season months as well. 

What you’ll be great at:

• Effective communication and collaboration with staff and the general public
• Quick thinking while remaining calm in emergency situations 
• Self-management
• Working both independently and with a team
• Writing reports to document incidents
• Multi-tasking

Aquatics Specialist will assist with planning, implementing, and supervising activities within established aquatics program areas. They will supervise the day-to-day operation of a large community facility with specialized aquatic programs; and perform related work as required. This position may also perform the duties of the Senior Pool Lifeguard as needed but performs more elevated administrative work in assisting the City’s Aquatics Coordinator.

Senior Pool Lifeguard will instruct swim classes, enforce pool rules and regulations, prevent accidents, perform rescues of persons in distress, and perform facility clean-up and maintenance at the Laguna Beach High School pool facility; and perform related work as required.

Aquatics Specialist candidates will be hired under the classification of Aquatics Supervisor for a complete description of the position click here.

These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned. 

Any combination of education and experience demonstrating the ability to effectively and successfully perform the duties of the position is considered qualifying.

*Qualified applicants must be at least 18 years of age.

Aquatics Specialist

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.

Experience: Minimum of two years of experience in aquatic program development/pool management. Experience maintaining pool equipment is desirable but not required.

License/Certificate Requirements: Current certification in Lifeguarding from the American Red Cross. Within six months applicant must obtain American Red Cross Lifeguarding Instructor, and Water Safety Instructor, and Lifeguard Management Certifications. Due to the performance of some field duties, which may require the operation of a personal or City vehicle, a valid California Driver’s License and an acceptable driving record are required.

Senior Pool Lifeguard

Experience: A minimum of two summer seasons or equivalent as a pool lifeguard/swim instructor, advanced swimming ability, and public contact work experience, including working with children.

License/Certificate Requirements: Current certification in Lifeguarding from the American Red Cross. Must obtain Lifeguard Management certification within six months. Certification as Lifeguard Instructor and/or Water Safety Instructor Certification is desirable, but not required.

Application/Selection Process: Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis with a first review date of April 15, 2024. Applications will be screened carefully and selected candidates will be invited to undergo a department interview. The appointed hiring authority will further review the job-related qualifications of those deemed eligible for hire before making selection decisions.

Preplacement Process: A candidate selected for this position must successfully pass a live scan fingerprint check with the State Department of Justice, and obtain certification in lifeguarding from the American Red Cross.

City of Laguna Beach: With seven miles of City beaches and towering hills with captivating Pacific views, Laguna Beach residents enjoy some of the most stunning landscapes in Southern California. The City of Laguna Beachhosts millions of visitors to its world-famous arts festivals and beautiful beaches. Services provided to its resident population of approximately 23,000 include police, fire, marine safety, recreation, parks, public works, community development, parking, transit and animal control.