What are the responsibilities and job description for the Aquatic Specialist I (PT) position at City of Vacaville?
About Our Job
Parks Make Life Better!
The City of Vacaville is accepting applications for Aquatic Specialists
in the Parks & Recreation Department. Come join the fun!
Aquatic Specialist I/Lifeguards are entry-level positions in which incumbents are responsible for the safety and general welfare of the public at the Walter Graham Aquatic Center and will provide instruction in swimming and a variety of water fitness courses, in addition to lifeguard duties.
Typical Duties Include, But Are Not Limited To
Aquatic Specialist positions are at-will, are not eligible for health or retirement benefits, and do not accrue leave time with the exception of State-mandated sick leave (40 hours per year).
NEED A LIFEGUARD CERTIFICATION? For more information and to register, please visit: https://secure.rec1.com/CA/vacaville-ca/catalog
About You
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: None required.
Experience: None required. Six (6) months of experience in an aquatics environment as a competitive swimmer, lifeguard or swim instructor is desirable.
Certification: Must possess and maintain the following American Red Cross certifications:
Must be at least 15 years of age by time of employment.
About Everything Else
A completed City of Vacaville Employment Application and Supplemental Questionnaire must be received by Human Resources at 650 Merchant Street, Vacaville, CA 95688 by 5:30pm, Monday, August 4, 2025.
A completed City of Vacaville employment application and supplemental questionnaire must be received by Human Resources at 650 Merchant Street, Vacaville, CA 95688 by the closing of this recruitment.
IMPORTANT: Contact with candidates will primarily be via email. Make sure you list a current email that you check regularly with your application.
Applicants are encouraged to apply online at www.cityofvacaville.com. Application packets may also be requested in person at the Human Resources Department or by calling (707) 449-5101.
Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application packet.
For ADA information and other Frequently Asked Questions, please click here.
Applicants receiving a conditional offer of employment must provide a valid TB certificate and successfully complete the pre-placement process for this position before a final offer will be extended. Pre-placement assessments for this position include a Livescan (FBI/DOJ fingerprint review), medical exam and drug screen.
Part-time positions are paid an hourly rate and can work up to a maximum of 129 hours per month*. Part-time positions are at-will, are not eligible for health or retirement benefits (including CalPERS membership), and do not accrue leave time with the exception of state mandated sick leave (40 hours per year).
Part-time positions are not covered by Social Security and are not eligible for the City of Vacaville's retirement plan through CalPERS and are therefore required to make 7.5% pre-tax contributions into a qualified plan under the Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1990 (OBRA). For the City of Vacaville, the plan is a Section 457 Deferred Compensation Plan through Nationwide Retirement Systems, Inc.
Do you understand that proof of certification(s) is required before your application can be referred to the hiring department?
Please select your experience working as a lifeguard or swim instructor.
Have you worked as a lead lifeguard?
Do you understand that all employees under the age of 18, who have not yet graduated from high school, are required to obtain a valid work permit before starting employment?
California Education Code 10911.5 requires public recreation program employers to fingerprint employees having direct contact with any minor on or before the first day of employment. Do you understand that fingerprinting will be required?
Please Indicate Your Daily Availability (Select All That Apply)
Parks Make Life Better!
The City of Vacaville is accepting applications for Aquatic Specialists
in the Parks & Recreation Department. Come join the fun!
Aquatic Specialist I/Lifeguards are entry-level positions in which incumbents are responsible for the safety and general welfare of the public at the Walter Graham Aquatic Center and will provide instruction in swimming and a variety of water fitness courses, in addition to lifeguard duties.
Typical Duties Include, But Are Not Limited To
- Maintaining order and enforcing established rules and safety procedures;
- Scanning designated swim area constantly to ensure patron safety;
- Making frequent facility checks and maintaining facility cleanliness;
- Performing First Aid and CPR techniques, in addition to water rescue and safety procedures;
- Instructing and interacting with aquatic program participants of all ages;
- Performing facility and equipment set-up, take-down and general housekeeping;
- Opening and closing facilities;
- Performing reception, cashiering, cash handling and recordkeeping duties as required; and
- Attending mandatory in-service trainings.
Aquatic Specialist positions are at-will, are not eligible for health or retirement benefits, and do not accrue leave time with the exception of State-mandated sick leave (40 hours per year).
NEED A LIFEGUARD CERTIFICATION? For more information and to register, please visit: https://secure.rec1.com/CA/vacaville-ca/catalog
About You
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: None required.
Experience: None required. Six (6) months of experience in an aquatics environment as a competitive swimmer, lifeguard or swim instructor is desirable.
Certification: Must possess and maintain the following American Red Cross certifications:
- Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer
- Title 22 First Aid for Public Safety Personnel certification within 12 months of hire
- Red Cross Water Safety Instructor (WSI) or equivalent
- Title 22 First Aid for Public Safety Personnel
Must be at least 15 years of age by time of employment.
About Everything Else
A completed City of Vacaville Employment Application and Supplemental Questionnaire must be received by Human Resources at 650 Merchant Street, Vacaville, CA 95688 by 5:30pm, Monday, August 4, 2025.
A completed City of Vacaville employment application and supplemental questionnaire must be received by Human Resources at 650 Merchant Street, Vacaville, CA 95688 by the closing of this recruitment.
IMPORTANT: Contact with candidates will primarily be via email. Make sure you list a current email that you check regularly with your application.
Applicants are encouraged to apply online at www.cityofvacaville.com. Application packets may also be requested in person at the Human Resources Department or by calling (707) 449-5101.
Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application packet.
For ADA information and other Frequently Asked Questions, please click here.
Applicants receiving a conditional offer of employment must provide a valid TB certificate and successfully complete the pre-placement process for this position before a final offer will be extended. Pre-placement assessments for this position include a Livescan (FBI/DOJ fingerprint review), medical exam and drug screen.
Part-time positions are paid an hourly rate and can work up to a maximum of 129 hours per month*. Part-time positions are at-will, are not eligible for health or retirement benefits (including CalPERS membership), and do not accrue leave time with the exception of state mandated sick leave (40 hours per year).
Part-time positions are not covered by Social Security and are not eligible for the City of Vacaville's retirement plan through CalPERS and are therefore required to make 7.5% pre-tax contributions into a qualified plan under the Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1990 (OBRA). For the City of Vacaville, the plan is a Section 457 Deferred Compensation Plan through Nationwide Retirement Systems, Inc.
- Except Lifeguards classified as seasonal part-time employees – please see job bulletin for details.
Do you understand that proof of certification(s) is required before your application can be referred to the hiring department?
- Yes
- No
Please select your experience working as a lifeguard or swim instructor.
- No experience
- 6 months or more experience
Have you worked as a lead lifeguard?
- Yes
- No
Do you understand that all employees under the age of 18, who have not yet graduated from high school, are required to obtain a valid work permit before starting employment?
- Yes
- No
California Education Code 10911.5 requires public recreation program employers to fingerprint employees having direct contact with any minor on or before the first day of employment. Do you understand that fingerprinting will be required?
- Yes
- No
Please Indicate Your Daily Availability (Select All That Apply)
- Early Mornings (6am-8am)
- Mid Mornings/Early Afternoon (9am-1pm)
- Afternoons-Early Evening (3pm-7pm)
- Required Question
