Lifeguard (4031C), Recreation & Wellbeing - #63047

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Departmental Overview

Recreational swimming is a major program area at all campus pools. UCB students, staff, faculty, alumni as well as community individuals and their families swim year-round at these facilities. The Lifeguard performs duties in the areas of public relations and guest services, enforcing/promoting safety, emergency response, and facility maintenance.

Responsibilities

Customer Service & Safety:

• Maintain a proper and professional surveillance of the pool and the patrons in and around it.
• Maintain a high level of concentration and vigilance.
• Provide information, assistance and service to patrons.
• Make proper referrals for guests as needed.
• Resolve conflicts or confrontations with guests.
• Defuse patron confrontations and customer services issues in a professional manner
• Enforce safety rules and regulations governing use of swimming areas.
• Prevent accidents from occurring.
• Provide first aid and basic life support including cardiopulmonary resuscitation as necessary, arranging proper follow-up treatment as necessary.
• Instruct groups and individuals, formally and informally, in swimming, lifesaving, diving and/or synchronized swimming; and prepare reports of pool usage as required.
• Recommend and/or administer approved procedures and controls for use of swimming areas.
• May recommend disciplinary action for violation of rules and regulations governing use of swimming areas.
• May assist with sanitation procedures such as cleaning deck space, skimming leaves/debris, scrubbing tile, and putting/taking out vacuums.

Required Qualifications

• Possession of an American Red Cross Advanced Life Saving Certificate, and possession of a current Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation Certificate, and AED certificate; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge and abilities essential to the successful performance of the duties assigned to the position.
• Lifeguarding Certification with CPR/AED/First Aid for the professional Rescuer.

Preferred Qualifications

• High school diploma and/or equivalent certification/experience/training.

Salary & Benefits

For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University, please visit the University of California's Compensation & Benefits website.

Under California law, the University of California, Berkeley is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role and should not offer a salary outside of the range posted in this job announcement. This range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, analysis of internal equity, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience.

The budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $18.99 (step 1.0) - $20.16 (step 2.5).

• This is a 6- to 12-month, 24%, part-time (9.6 hours per week), limited (temporary) position that is not eligible for UC benefits.
• This position is non-exempt and paid bi-weekly.
• Part-time summer camp staff work a minimum of 3 months out of the year and then have the option to work an additional 3 to 6 months at youth camps during the Fall, Winter, and Spring seasons. Part-time staff hired in Fall, Winter, and Spring work a minimum of 6 months, with the option to be extended 3 additional months through the summer.

How to Apply

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter.

Conviction History Background

This is a designated position requiring fingerprinting and a background check due to the nature of the job responsibilities. Berkeley does hire people with conviction histories and reviews information received in the context of the job responsibilities. The University reserves the right to make employment contingent upon successful completion of the background check.

Mandated Reporter

This position has been identified as a Mandated Reporter required to report the observed or suspected abuse or neglect of children, dependent adults, or elders to designated law enforcement or social service agencies. We reserve the right to make employment contingent upon completion of signed statements acknowledging the responsibilities of a Mandated Reporter.

Other Information

This position is governed by the terms and conditions in the agreement for the Technical Unit (TX) between the University of California and the University Professional and Technical Employees (UPTE). The current bargaining agreement manual can be found at: http://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/labor/bargaining-units/tx/index.html

This is an ongoing hiring process with numerous positions available. Applications will be regularly assessed, and hiring will occur at various points throughout the year. The job listing will remain open for as long as applications are accepted.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. For more information about your rights as an applicant, please see the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission poster.

For the complete University of California nondiscrimination and affirmative action policy, please see the University of California Discrimination, Harassment, and Affirmative Action in the Workplace policy.