Job Description

Posting number: 2026-00041

Department: PARKS & REC

Job classification: Lifeguard II (part-time)

Posting type: Open

Categories: Parks and Recreation, Parks, Athletics & Fitness, Sports & Physical Education, Sports, Student Employment

Summary

Do you enjoy being outdoors and helping others?

Do you enjoy being outdoors and helping others?

If so, the City of Fairfield invites you to join their team as a Lifeguard! The Parks and Recreation Department is looking for highly motivated and energetic individuals who would like to join the City's aquatics program located at the Aquatics Complex at Allan Witt Parks. Lifeguards create a safe and positive atmosphere for all participants as they maintain constant watch over the public swimming pool facility to enforce regulations and prevent accidents, assist swimmers in distress and provide emergency and routine first aid.

Positions in this series are flexibly staffed, below are distinguishing characteristics:

• Lifeguard I - is the entry level class that allows the incumbent to develop journey level skills and abilities. Advancement to the higher level is possible after gaining experience and demonstrating a level of proficiency that meets the qualifications of the higher level class.
• Lifeguard II - in addition to the above perform tasks more independently and are also responsible for teaching swim lessons and aquatic classes to a variety of skill and age levels.

Please Note: This position is represented by Fairfield Part-Time Employees’ Association (FPTEA), is part-time, year-round, non-benefited, and limited to working no more than 1,000 hours in a fiscal year (July 1-June 30). Candidates must be available to work a varied schedule to meet program needs, including weekdays, weekends, and holidays as needed.

If your application is accepted, you will be invited to participate in an assessment process which will include an interview and swim test. Assessment dates and additional details regarding the assessment process will be provided if selected to proceed

PLEASE NOTE THAT THE CITY USES AN ELECTRONIC REFERENCE CHECK PROCESS. REFER TO THE “REFERENCE CHECKS” SECTION AT THE BOTTOM OF THIS JOB POSTING FOR MORE DETAILED INFORMATION.

Examples of duties

Lifeguard I:

• No experience required
• Must be at least 15 years of age or older; ability to obtain and retain a Work Permit throughout employment if under the age of 18.
• Possession of an American Red Cross (ARC) Lifeguard Training Certification is required at time of appointment.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment physical skills evaluation is required.

Lifeguard II: In addition to the requirements for Lifeguard I:

• Experience teaching or training group classes is preferred.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment teaching skills evaluation is required.

Qualifications

Duties may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Conduct continuous surveillance of pool area for signs of swimmers in trouble and for violations of pool and safety regulations.
• Monitor activities in swimming areas to prevent accidents; enforce rules, regulations and policies.
• Respond quickly to emergency situations in the water or surrounding areas; perform water rescues and first aid.
• Maintain a safe environment and take steps to prevent accidents by eliminating potentially hazardous conditions.
• Provide courteous and professional service to program participants, facility users, City staff and the public.
• Present professional appearance (including wearing appropriate uniform or attire) at all times.
• Attend and participate at staff meetings and trainings.
• Perform various maintenance duties as directed to maintain a clean and safe facility; maintain accurate records.
• Provide aquatic safety and instruction for guests.
• Prepare incident & accident reports.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Lifeguard II – In addition to the above:

• Teach swim lessons and aquatic classes to a variety of skill and age levels; evaluate participants according to program outlines and goals.
• Provide positive and continual feedback to program participants regarding progress.

For more detailed information please visit our job classification page at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/fairfield/classspecs

Supplemental information

Knowledge of:

• Current preventive lifeguard techniques.
• Recreation and lifesaving tools and equipment.
• Basic principles of customer service.

Ability to:

• Swim with proficiency and endurance.
• Perform water rescues, CPR and first aid.
• React calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
• Communicate courteously and effectively with participants and those encountered in the workplace.
• Teach proper swimming techniques and water safety to youth and adults.
• Prepare required reports and forms.
• Follow oral and written instructions.
• Enforce rules diplomatically.

THE SELECTION PROCESS:

Based on the information provided in the application documents, the best-qualified applicants will be invited for further examination. All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. Depending upon the number of applications received, the examination may consist of an application screening, written and/or practical exam, oral interview, or any combination.

HOW TO APPLY:

Candidates must submit an online application via NeoGov/Governmentjobs.com. If you have any difficulties submitting your online application, please call NeoGov's Applicant Support Line at (855) 524-5627.

If you feel you will need a reasonable accommodation for any portion of the testing/interview process, please contact Human Resources at (707) 428-7394 at least 1 week prior to the application deadline or examination date.

REFERENCE CHECKS:

The City utilizes an electronic reference check process to gather references of candidates once mutual interest is established. Please note that if you include your current supervisor in the “References” section of your application, they may be contacted once you have accepted a conditional job offer from the City.

Candidates are encouraged to notify anyone they list in the “References” section to help ensure a timely response. When listing references, please identify persons who can assess your professional qualifications in the context of the workplace. Examples include former colleagues/supervisors, mentors, etc. If you have limited or no work experience, you may identify personal references familiar with your qualifications that correlate to workplace experiences. Examples include teachers, volunteer coordinators, mentors, etc.

The City of Fairfield is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and professionalism.