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LIFEGUARD (AT-WILL) / AQUATICS INSTRUCTOR (AT-WILL)

City of Torrance, CA

Torrance, CA

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$20.56–$22.66 Per Hour
SKILLS
Administrative Skills, CPR Certification, Coaching, Community and Social Services, Diversity, Diving, Early Childhood Education, Facilities Management, First Aid, Genetics, Library and Information Science, Maintenance - Pool, Multimedia, Parks & Recreation, Public Safety, Recreation, Regulations, Reporting Skills, Secondary School, Sports, Sports Management, State Laws and Regulations, Swimming, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Training/Teaching
LOCATION
Torrance, CA
POSTED
Today
Salary: $20.56 - $22.66 Hourly
Location : Torrance, CA
Job Type: Recurrent - Variable Hours
Job Number: 26010011-14
Department: COMMUNITY SERVICES
Opening Date: 05/18/2026

DESCRIPTION
WE STRONGLY ENCOURAGE APPLICANTS TO READ THE JOB ANNOUNCEMENT IN ITS ENTIRETY BEFORE SUBMITTING AN APPLICATION FOR THIS POSITION.

The City of Torrance recognizes the principles of diversity and inclusion, and strives to ensure equal opportunities for its workforce, applicants and community members. If you are a person who wants to make a difference, give back to your community, and be a voice for change, apply to the City of Torrance today.
The City of Torrance is seeking Lifeguards and Aquatics Instructors to staff the Benstead Plunge!
The Community Services Department is committed to providing quality services, activities, programs, and facilities for all those who live, learn, work, and play in the City of Torrance.
The Department

The mission of the Community Services Department is to enrich the community through the provision of recreational, cultural, and educational opportunities for persons of all abilities. The Community Services Department takes pride in "Enriching the Community through People, Programs, and Partnerships". The Department is a diverse organization which consists of five Divisions that work collaboratively to meet the vision, mission, and goals of the department: Administrative Services, Cultural Services, Library Services, Parks Services, and Recreation Services.
The Division

The Recreation Services Division is responsible for overseeing recreation activities including youth and adult sports, management of city facilities (park buildings) and a variety of special events throughout the year. The Recreation Services Division provides recreational and educational opportunities for persons of all ages and abilities including Adaptive Recreation and Sports, Adult Sports Leagues, After School Club, Aquatics, Day Camps, Early Childhood Education, Sea-Aire Golf Course, Senior Citizen Programs, Special Events, Teen Programs Middle School, Teen Programs High School, and Youth Sports.
The Program

The Recreation Services Division offers a wide variety of Aquatic Programs and Classes at The Victor E. Benstead Plunge pool year-round. The Victor E. Benstead Plunge has been serving the community since 1956. "The Plunge," as commonly referred to, is a heated Olympic sized 50 x 20 meter outdoor pool, open year round. The pool is divided into two courses; one 25 yard and one 26 meter course. The pool is heated year-round to about 80° to 81°. The Plunge operating hours are from 4:30 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., with classes and programs offered at various times.
The Positions
LIFEGUARD ($18.94 - $20.88 per hour)
Lifeguard duties include but are not limited to:
• Enforce pool safety rules and regulations;
• Monitor swimming and other pool activities;
• Rescue swimmers in danger of drowning;
• Apply cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and first aid;
• Inspect swimming pool for cleanliness and perform routine maintenance;
• Keep a daily log of rescues and other emergencies and prepare written reports of these activities;
• Assist in teaching swimming techniques.

AQUATICS INSTRUCTOR ($19.40 - $21.39 per hour)
Aquatics Instructor duties include but are not limited to:
• Perform lifeguard duties;
• Teach swimming techniques, diving, water polo, and competitive and synchronized swimming;
• May coach the swim team and officiate at swim meets.

HOURS: This is a recurrent, part-time, non-civil service, as needed position. Shift hours may include early mornings, evenings, weekends, and/or holidays.
QUALIFICATION GUIDELINES

Lifeguard
Possession of the following current certificates at time of appointment:
  • Red Cross First Aid (either multi-media, standard, or advanced);
  • Red Cross or American Heart Association CPR; and
  • Red Cross Lifeguard Training.
One or more seasons of experience as a lifeguard or swim instructor is desirable.

Aquatics Instructor
Possession of the following current certificates at time of appointment:
  • Requires the current certificates described above; and
  • Red Cross Water Safety Instructor (WSI) Certificate.
American Red Cross Title 22 First Aid for Public Safety Personnel is desired.
HOW TO APPLY & EXAM PROCESS

Interested applicants must submit a completed City and Supplemental Application at Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis until positions are filled.

Only those candidates who best meet the City and Department's needs will be invited to participate in the examination process, which will consist of a Performance Test and Panel Interview.

The Performance Test will consist of a 200 meter medley swim and a simulated rescue. The medley will require the breaststroke, the sidestroke or the butterfly, the backstroke, and free style. You must complete the medley in four (4) minutes & thirty (30) seconds or less to qualify. The rescue involves a 70-foot swim, surface dive to retrieve an object, and return. Total time for both the medley and the rescue must be five (5) minutes & thirty (30) seconds or less to qualify.
SPECIAL NOTES
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Applicants with disabilities who require special testing arrangements must contact Human Resources prior to the examination date(s). If you have a disability for which you require an accommodation, please contact us at (310) 618-2915 prior to the test date.

As a condition of employment, candidates must pass a background check and a pre-employment medical examination.

The provisions of this announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract and any provisions contained in this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice.

City of Torrance Inclusion Statement
The City of Torrance is a welcoming and culturally-rich community. As a pillar of public service, we strive to be an employer of choice by attracting and retaining a talented workforce where people of diverse backgrounds, cultures, religions, and lifestyles are valued. Our mission is to create an inclusive environment where our staff are empowered to perform at their highest level and contribute towards making a positive impact.

The City is an equal opportunity employer and works towards building collaborative teams from all walks of life without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state and/or local law. Come join us to help cultivate a workplace that welcomes and celebrates the diversity of our employees!
The City of Torrance offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. Benefits may include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of voluntary benefits. Programs and benefits amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked.

To view the current benefits for Torrance Recurrent Recreational Employee Organization bargaining unit, visit:

For additional information about the City's benefits, visit:

RETIREMENT BENEFITS - The City contracts with the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) to provide retirement benefits. Retirement formula is based on appointment date and membership status with CalPERS.
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The following supplemental questions will be used to evaluate your qualifications for the position for which you are applying. Resumes are encouraged but will NOT be used in lieu of the application or supplemental questions. Please read each question carefully and provide a thorough and complete response. Do NOT state "see resume" or "see application" to respond to any of the following questions. Failure to respond to all questions will be considered an incomplete application and may not be considered for further processing. Do you understand the foregoing?
  • Yes
  • No

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Indicate which position you are applying for:
  • Lifeguard
  • Aquatics Instructor
  • Applying for BOTH positions

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You will be asked to bring your original certificates to your testing date. If you have not yet received your certificates by the testing date, you may still test. However, you will not be eligible for hire until you have provided proof of your original certifications to our office. Do you understand?
  • Yes
  • No

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Indicate which certifications that you possess.
  • First Aid
  • Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
  • Lifeguard Training
  • Water Safety Instructor (WSI)
  • None

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Provide the date your Red Cross First Aid Certificate expires. (If none, type N/A.)
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Provide the date your America Red Cross or American Heart Association Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) expires. (If none, type N/A.)
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Provide the date your Red Cross Lifeguard Training Certificate expires. (If none, type N/A.)
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Provide the date your Red Cross Water Safety Instructor (WSI) Certificate expires. (If none, type N/A.)
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