City and County of San Francisco
Lifeguard - San Francisco Pools (3208 TEX As-Needed)
City and County of San Francisco, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199
Lifeguard - San Francisco Pools (3208 TEX As-Needed)
Apply for the Lifeguard - San Francisco Pools (3208 TEX As-Needed) role at City and County of San Francisco.
Application Opening: Open continuously until future notification. Application Deadline: This is an ongoing recruitment for a TEX As‑Needed Civil Service appointment. The position is exempt from the Civil Service examination process pursuant to the San Francisco Charter Section 10.104 and is at the discretion of the Appointing Officer. The position does not provide City health or retirement benefits because it is temporary.
About the Department The San Francisco Recreation and Park Department manages and maintains more than 225 parks, playgrounds, and open spaces, including 9 swimming pools. The Aquatics Division staffs nine (9) pools throughout the city and Camp Mather during the high‑summer months.
Role Description Under general direction, the lifeguard protects the health, safety and welfare of patrons at a municipally operated swimming pool facility. Responsibilities include maintaining discipline, conducting rescue operations, monitoring swimmers, cleaning and disinfecting the facility, and performing related duties as required.
Essential Duties
Patrol and monitor pool activities, facility patrons and swimmers to prevent accidents; identify people in distress or those in danger.
Conduct rescue operations; perform lifesaving techniques; assist swimmers in distress and rescue swimmers in danger; pull drowning victims out of the water; call for emergency assistance; perform first aid resuscitative measures when necessary.
Communicate with facility patrons; caution swimmers regarding unsafe practices and safety hazards; enforce pool rules and regulations; maintain order in and around the pool.
Maintain aquatic facility by inspecting and observing the pool area, lobby, change rooms and deck for safety and cleanliness; perform general pool facility maintenance duties including cleaning and disinfecting pool, lobby, change rooms and deck; may take and record water quality samples in the absence of a supervisor.
Prepare the facility for various aquatic events; handle and store equipment and materials when not in use.
Collect revenue and fees for facility use and participation in facility activities and events; greet and check in facility guests.
Provide customer service; share general information regarding facility operations, programs and schedules.
Prepare incident and accident reports as necessary.
Other related duties as assigned.
How to Qualify Experience Two (200) hundred hours of experience as a paid or volunteer lifeguard.
License and Certification
Lifeguarding issued by the American Red Cross or equivalent certified issuing agency.
CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer issued by the American Red Cross or equivalent certified issuing agency.
Oxygen Administration for the Professional Rescuer issued by the American Red Cross or equivalent certified issuing agency.
Title 22 - First Aid for Public Safety Personnel issued by the American Red Cross or equivalent certified issuing agency.
Conditions of Employment
All employees must keep current valid Lifeguard Training, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation for the Professional Rescuer / Automated External Defibrillator (CPR/AED) and First Aid certifications throughout employment. Failure to demonstrate current certification may result in termination.
New hires must possess First Aid for Public Safety Personnel and Oxygen Administration certifications issued by the American Red Cross and maintain validity throughout employment.
If in High school, those who qualify may obtain a valid work permit provided they are at least 16 years old by the date of hire.
Desirable Qualifications
Current Water Safety Instructor (WSI) certification.
Waterfront Certificate issued by the Red Cross or equivalent agency.
Verification Applicants may be required to submit verification of qualifying education and experience at any point during the recruitment and selection process. Falsifying education, training, or work experience may result in disqualification.
Steps to Apply
Carefully review the information presented in this job announcement.
Complete your application with as much detail as possible in the experience section. Include all relevant training and experience; a resume will not substitute for a completed application.
Attach current certifications and written verification of qualifying experience with application or via email to
absar.khan@sfgov.org
as soon as possible.
If selected to continue, be prepared to participate in a selection/performance test.
Selection Process The selection process will include evaluation of applications in relation to the minimum qualifications and response to the supplemental questionnaire. Applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement to the interview. Depending on the number of applicants, additional screening mechanisms may be implemented.
Additional Information Regarding Employment with the City and County of San Francisco
Information About the Hiring Process
Conviction History
Employee Benefits Overview
Equal Employment Opportunity
Disaster Service Worker
ADA Accommodation
Veterans Preference
Right to Work
Copies of Application Documents
Diversity Statement
Race and Social Equity Statement We believe that parks and open space in San Francisco provide the opportunity to model equitable access for all. The department is committed to encouraging women, minorities, and persons with disabilities to apply and to provide a work environment where differences are celebrated.
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Other
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Application Opening: Open continuously until future notification. Application Deadline: This is an ongoing recruitment for a TEX As‑Needed Civil Service appointment. The position is exempt from the Civil Service examination process pursuant to the San Francisco Charter Section 10.104 and is at the discretion of the Appointing Officer. The position does not provide City health or retirement benefits because it is temporary.
About the Department The San Francisco Recreation and Park Department manages and maintains more than 225 parks, playgrounds, and open spaces, including 9 swimming pools. The Aquatics Division staffs nine (9) pools throughout the city and Camp Mather during the high‑summer months.
Role Description Under general direction, the lifeguard protects the health, safety and welfare of patrons at a municipally operated swimming pool facility. Responsibilities include maintaining discipline, conducting rescue operations, monitoring swimmers, cleaning and disinfecting the facility, and performing related duties as required.
Essential Duties
Patrol and monitor pool activities, facility patrons and swimmers to prevent accidents; identify people in distress or those in danger.
Conduct rescue operations; perform lifesaving techniques; assist swimmers in distress and rescue swimmers in danger; pull drowning victims out of the water; call for emergency assistance; perform first aid resuscitative measures when necessary.
Communicate with facility patrons; caution swimmers regarding unsafe practices and safety hazards; enforce pool rules and regulations; maintain order in and around the pool.
Maintain aquatic facility by inspecting and observing the pool area, lobby, change rooms and deck for safety and cleanliness; perform general pool facility maintenance duties including cleaning and disinfecting pool, lobby, change rooms and deck; may take and record water quality samples in the absence of a supervisor.
Prepare the facility for various aquatic events; handle and store equipment and materials when not in use.
Collect revenue and fees for facility use and participation in facility activities and events; greet and check in facility guests.
Provide customer service; share general information regarding facility operations, programs and schedules.
Prepare incident and accident reports as necessary.
Other related duties as assigned.
How to Qualify Experience Two (200) hundred hours of experience as a paid or volunteer lifeguard.
License and Certification
Lifeguarding issued by the American Red Cross or equivalent certified issuing agency.
CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer issued by the American Red Cross or equivalent certified issuing agency.
Oxygen Administration for the Professional Rescuer issued by the American Red Cross or equivalent certified issuing agency.
Title 22 - First Aid for Public Safety Personnel issued by the American Red Cross or equivalent certified issuing agency.
Conditions of Employment
All employees must keep current valid Lifeguard Training, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation for the Professional Rescuer / Automated External Defibrillator (CPR/AED) and First Aid certifications throughout employment. Failure to demonstrate current certification may result in termination.
New hires must possess First Aid for Public Safety Personnel and Oxygen Administration certifications issued by the American Red Cross and maintain validity throughout employment.
If in High school, those who qualify may obtain a valid work permit provided they are at least 16 years old by the date of hire.
Desirable Qualifications
Current Water Safety Instructor (WSI) certification.
Waterfront Certificate issued by the Red Cross or equivalent agency.
Verification Applicants may be required to submit verification of qualifying education and experience at any point during the recruitment and selection process. Falsifying education, training, or work experience may result in disqualification.
Steps to Apply
Carefully review the information presented in this job announcement.
Complete your application with as much detail as possible in the experience section. Include all relevant training and experience; a resume will not substitute for a completed application.
Attach current certifications and written verification of qualifying experience with application or via email to
absar.khan@sfgov.org
as soon as possible.
If selected to continue, be prepared to participate in a selection/performance test.
Selection Process The selection process will include evaluation of applications in relation to the minimum qualifications and response to the supplemental questionnaire. Applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement to the interview. Depending on the number of applicants, additional screening mechanisms may be implemented.
Additional Information Regarding Employment with the City and County of San Francisco
Information About the Hiring Process
Conviction History
Employee Benefits Overview
Equal Employment Opportunity
Disaster Service Worker
ADA Accommodation
Veterans Preference
Right to Work
Copies of Application Documents
Diversity Statement
Race and Social Equity Statement We believe that parks and open space in San Francisco provide the opportunity to model equitable access for all. The department is committed to encouraging women, minorities, and persons with disabilities to apply and to provide a work environment where differences are celebrated.
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Other
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