Aquatics Technician

Aquatics Technician

Salary

$56,580.00 - $75,900.00 Annually

Location

Oceanside, CA, CA

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

2627-19

Department

Parks and Recreation

Opening Date

08/13/2026

Closing Date

9/13/2026 4:00 PM Pacific

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Introduction

THE CITY OF OCEANSIDE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The City of Oceanside is accepting applications for Aquatics Technician. There is currently one position available in the Parks and Recreation Department.

Application Deadline: 4:00pm, Sunday, 09/13/2026

Test Dates: Oral Board Exam -9/28/2026

Performance Exam - 09/28/2026

Selection Interview - 10/07/2026

Candidates MUST pass the Performance Exam in order to be placed on the Eligibility List.

Exam dates are posted as a courtesy and may be subject to change and/or cancellation.

Examples of Duties

The Aquatics Technician leads and participates in the implementation of aquatic programs; assists in the assignment, and functional supervision of subordinate staff; trains and instructs new and less experienced employees in proper work methods, tools, equipment and safety precautions; may have input on employee evaluations; ensures safety of pool areas; maintains an awareness of the hazards associated with the aquatic environment to which assigned, informs the public in an appropriate manner of these hazards and how to avoid them; provides primary or secondary lifeguard duties to include swimming instruction; rescues persons in distress or persons who are in danger of drowning; administers medical aid and performs cardiopulmonary resuscitation; responds to complaints and inquiries from the general public; enforces or informs the public regarding rules, regulations, codes, laws and other applicable restrictions; participates in the maintenance and upkeep of equipment and facilities; updates and prepares logs, documents and reports; oversees the collection and accounting of daily cash receipts; makes bank deposits; completes cash reports; builds and maintains positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees and the public using principles of good customer service; and performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge of:

• Operational characteristics, services and activities of an aquatics program.
• Methods and techniques of swimming and lifeguarding.
• Principles and practices of lifeguarding.
• Methods and techniques of C.P.R. and first aid.
• Principles of supervision and training.
• Principles and practices of public relations.
• Cash collection, record-keeping and reporting.
• English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation.
• Computer equipment and software applications related to assignment.

Ability to:

• Maintain good physical fitness and agility; swim with proficiency and endurance.
• Assist in training and supervising the activities of lifeguard staff.
• Interpret and explain aquatics program policies and procedures.
• Analyze situations and adopt a quick, effective course of action.
• Administer first aid and C.P.R. as necessary.
• Swim with endurance and proficiency at a level necessary to perform assigned duties
• Enforce applicable rules, codes, laws and regulations.
• Respond to request and inquires form the general public.
• Communicate clearly, both orally and in writing.
• Prepare clear and concise reports.
• Operate vehicles, vessels and/or equipment as appropriate.
• Work various schedules including weekends, evenings, holidays and occasional split shifts as required by the work assignment.
• Operate computer equipment and software applications related to the assignment.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Experience and Training

Experience: Minimum of three seasons (9 months) of performing increasingly responsible lifeguarding, water safety or swimming instruction experience at a municipal pool facility or equivalent setting.

Training: Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade supplemented by specialized training in lifeguard services, water safety or a related field.

License or Certificate: Must possess the following:

• California Drivers License
• Lifeguard Training Certificate
• C.P.R for the Professional Rescuer certificate

Within six (6) months from date of hire:

• Possess an Emergency Medical Response Certificate
• Possess an American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor
• Possess an Aquatics Facility Operator certification or equivalent

NOTE: Applicants MUST attach copies of required certifications to their application. Applications that do not contain required certifications will not be considered.

Special Requirement: Must be available to work varying shifts, including evenings, weekends and holidays.

Working Conditions and Selection Process

Environmental Conditions: Work is performed both indoors and outdoors; the performance of outdoors work requires exposure to a variety of weather conditions (heat, cold, rain, intense sun); exposure to potentially hazardous substances and chemicals, and work on slippery or uneven surfaces. Indoor work is performed in a variety of environments with natural and artificial lighting and moderate to high noise level. Work is frequently disrupted by the need to respond to in-person and telephone inquiries.

Physical Conditions: Essential functions may require walking, standing, bending, crouching or stooping while supervising class participants; sit at lifeguard tower for long periods of time; intermittently bend, squat, climb, kneel and twist; swim with proficiency and endurance; travel across wet, sloping surfaces; perform life-saving techniques and rescues which would involve bending, stooping, reaching, kneeling, grabbing, and lifting, pulling or carrying a child or adult out of the pool onto the deck; pull, lift and store pool blankets, covers, reels and lane lines weighing up to 60 pounds; write or use keyboard to communicate through written means; perform routine custodial and maintenance tasks; verbal ability to communicate in person and by telephone in emergency and non-emergency situations; must possess ability to read, interpret and write reports; must have sufficient eyesight and hearing to see and communicate across a pool in a noisy environment; see in the normal vision range with or without correction; hear in the normal range with or without correction; must be able to attend meetings at various locations throughout the City; must be able to train, evaluate and supervise staff.

Selection Process: All applications will be reviewed and the most appropriately qualified individuals will be invited to continue in the selection process. The process will include a performance and oral examination to assess job-related education, experience and training. Candidates who successfully complete the examination process will be placed on an eligible list according to their scores and will remain eligible for employment consideration for a minimum of six months.

Performance Exam Includes:

• 100 yard swim in 2 minutes

• Treading water for 5 minutes

• Water rescue in 2 minutes

• Spinal in-line stabilization

• Submerged victim rescue

• Unconscious victim obstructed airway rescue and CPR

• Swimming proficiency: crawl stroke (25 yards), breast stroke (25 yards), back crawl (25 yards), side stroke (25 yards), elementary backstroke (25 yards).

NOTE: Candidates MUST pass the Performance Exam in order to be placed on the Eligibility List.

Note: Prospective candidates will undergo a background reference check and a medical examination, a drug screening may be required.

RESUMES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED IN LIEU OF COMPLETED APPLICATION FORMS.

CANDIDATES WHO REQUIRE A REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION IN THE SELECTION PROCESS SHOULD STATE THEIR NEEDS IN WRITING WHEN SUBMITTING AN APPLICATION.

THE PROVISIONS IN THIS BULLETIN DO NOT CONSTITUTE AN EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED CONTRACT. ANY PROVISIONS CONTAINED IN THIS BULLETIN MAY BE MODIFIED OR REVOKED WITHOUT NOTICE.

CITY OF OCEANSIDE

Unrepresented Supervisory, Technical & Confidential

Benefit Summary

The following is a highlight of benefits

Retirement

Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS)

• Employees hired after January 1, 2013 are subject to the State laws of the California Public Employees Pension Reform Act of 2013 (PEPRA) in regard to retirement benefits. Each individuals benefits may differ. Consult with Employee Benefits for further details.
• Third Level 1959 Survivor Credit
• Survivor Continuation option

Additional Retirement Credit Purchase Options

• Buy additional Service Retirement Credit prior to membership
• Service Credit for unused Sick Leave
• Buy additional Military Service Credit

Health Insurance

Medical:

• Kaiser HMO
• Blue Shield HMO
• Blue Shield PPO

Dental:

• Delta Preferred Option (DPO)
• Delta Care USA (DHMO)

Vision:

• Vision Service Plan (VSP)

Pre-Tax Benefits

Health benefits are offered on a pre-tax basis and employees cannot add or delete coverage or benefits unless a qualifying event has occurred.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

The Anthem EAP is paid for by the City.

• Available to all members of your household
• 6 free confidential counseling visits per incident
• Self-service support online or by phone

Disability and Life Insurances

The STD/LTD/LIFE and AD&D Financial Financial premiums are paid for by City.

Short-Term Disability (STD) Insurance:

• First 90 days - benefits paid at 55% of weekly salary to a maximum weekly benefit of $700 for non-work related disability only
• Seven day waiting period unless hospitalized
• All sick leave must be exhausted before STD is used

Long-Term Disability Insurance:

• After 90 days - benefits paid at 66.7% of monthly salary to a maximum monthly benefit of $6,000 for any disability

Life and AD&D Insurance:

• 1 times annual base salary; minimum of $30,000 and maximum of $200,000 of Basic Life & AD&D

Voluntary Benefits

Benefits are employee paid.

Supplemental Life Insurance through Lincoln:

• Premiums are determined by age
• Purchased up to a maximum $500,000 for employees
• Spousal coverage up to the employee amount
• Dependent coverage up to $10,000

Flexible Spending Accounts through BCC:

• Utilizes a debit card as a form of payment
• Health Care Spending Account - maximum annual deferral is $3,400
• Dependent Care Spending Account - maximum annual deferral is $7,500

Deferred Compensation - 457 through Empower:

• 457 - Maximum annual pre/post-taxed amount is $24,500 for 2026; over age 50 may contribute an additional $8,000

Metlife Legal

• Telephone and office consultations are available for an unlimited number for personal legal matters with an attorney of your choice.

GotZoom Student Loan Relief

• Provides a no-obligation benefit analysis for federal student loans to identify, maximize and enroll employees into Federal Loan Repayment and Forgiveness Programs.

ScholarShare 529

• An easy to manage plan that helps make the most of your or a designated beneficiary's college savings with tax benefits.

Leave Benefits

Vacation:

All accruals are based on 80 hours in a paid status

1 - 5 years: 3.58 hours

6 - 10 years: 5.12 hours

11 - 15 years: 6.65 hours

16 + years: 8.19 hours

Maximum accrual:

• 360 hours for those hired before 7/1/95
• 300 hours for those hired 7/1/95 or after

Holidays:

• New Years Day
• Martin Luther King Jr Day
• Memorial Day
• Independence Day
• Labor Day
• Veterans Day
• Thanksgiving Day
• Friday after Thanksgiving Day
• Christmas Day
• 48 hours Floating Holidays per fiscal year
• Supervisory exempt employees receive 50 hours of Executive leave per fiscal year

Sick Leave:

• 12 days per year

Max accrual: Unlimited

Annual Sick Leave Pay Off:

Each calendar year an employee may elect to receive a 50% payment in lieu of sick leave provided such employee has used 32 hours or less of sick leave during the calendar year.

Sick Leave Pay Off at Separation:

• Sick leave paid out depends on years of service and whether an employee retires or terminates

Bereavement Leave:

• Three days for death of employees immediate family member
• Two additional days may be charged to sick leave upon approval

Tuition Reimbursement

Up to $2,000 per fiscal year.

Bilingual and Notary Pay

• Bilingual: $1.73 per hour for eligible employees
• Notary: $.58 per hour for eligible employees

Safety Shoes

The City will provide reimbursement up to $150 towards the purchase price of safety shoes to employees who are required to wear such shoes on the job.

Term of Compensation Plan

Approved July 1, 2024

This is a summary of available benefits. It is not intended to provide full details of all programs. The appropriate Memorandum of Understanding, Compensation Plan and/or Benefit Plan Documents will govern any discrepancies and provide program specifics.

01

Do you have a high school diploma or equivalent, supplemented by specialized training in lifeguard services, water safety or a related field.

• Yes
• No

02

Do you possess a valid California Drivers License? If yes, attach it to your application.

• Yes
• No

03

Do you possess a Lifeguard training certificate? If yes, please attach it to your application.

• Yes
• No

04

Do you posses a CPR for the Professional Rescuer certification? If yes, please attach it to your application.

• Yes
• No

05

Do you have a minimum of three seasons (9 months) of performing increasingly responsible lifeguarding, water safety or swimming instruction experience in a municipal pool facility or equivalent setting?

• Yes
• No

06

Are you available to work occasional overtime, varying shifts, weekends and holidays?

• Yes
• No

07

Do you have supplemental specialized training in lifeguard services, water safety or a related field? If so, please indicate your specialized training in detail.

08

Please describe your experience in planning, coordinating, and directing aquatic programs and activities with municipal swimming pools.

09

Describe your experience leading or supervising staff.

10

Please describe your experience in developing policies and procedures.

11

Describe your work experience leading and implementing aquatic programs.

12

Please describe your experience performing administrative functions such as A. Staff Scheduling B. Scheduling pool reservations for various users/programs C. Responding to public inquiries. D. Using ActiveNet or similar program for class offerings and registrations.

13

Have you attached the required certificates to the application? Applications without the required certificates will not be considered.

• Yes
• No
• I do not possess the required certifications.

14

CERTIFICATE OF APPLICANT: I certify that all statements and information provided in this application and any attachments are true, and I understand that any false or misleading statements or omissions of material facts may forfeit right to employment considerations by the City of Oceanside.

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer City of Oceanside

Address 300 North Coast Highway, City Hall South

Oceanside, California, 92054

Phone 760-435-3511

Website http://www.ci.oceanside.ca.us