Senior Lifeguard (Permanent Part-Time)

Senior Lifeguard (Permanent Part-Time)

Salary

$21.67 - $26.36 Hourly

Location

3230 Macdonald Ave., Richmond, CA 94804, CA

Job Type

Permanent Part-Time

Job Number

2026-017

Department

Community Services - Recreation

Opening Date

07/16/2026

Closing Date

8/2/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

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Introduction

Permanent Part-Time Opportunity!

Join the City of Richmond Aquatics team and help create a safe, welcoming, and exceptional experience for patrons who enjoy the Citys year-round indoor aquatic facilities. If you are passionate about water safety, leadership, and customer service, this is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact in our community.

Under the direction of the Recreation Supervisor, the Senior Lifeguard oversees the daily operations and activities of the Citys aquatic facilities and programs. This position serves as a lead staff member, providing guidance, training, and mentorship to part-time Lifeguards while ensuring a safe, efficient, and customer-focused environment.

The Senior Lifeguard applies advanced knowledge of water safety, emergency response, and rescue techniques; oversees pool cash-handling procedures and program registration systems; and delivers outstanding customer service to patrons of all ages. In addition, this position plans and conducts regular in-service lifeguard training sessions, monitors staff performance and compliance with safety standards, and coordinates daily operations to maximize the efficient use of the Citys aquatic facilities.

The hourly salary for this classification is as high as $26.36 at the top step, with approved Cost of Living Adjustments on July 1, 2027 (5%).

Additionally, the current vacancies are permanent part-time positions with City-paid benefits, including medical, vision, prorated vacation and sick time, CalPERS retirement contribution, life insurance, disability insurance, and more! All benefit information can be found on our website.

Position Description and Duties

The Senior Lifeguard performs duties and responsibilities related to the building and leading of a lifeguard team; scheduling and supervising lifeguard staff; leading team building and in-service skills training; performing lifeguard duties and other related duties as required.

The ideal candidate will possess:

The ideal candidate is an experienced aquatic professional who is passionate about water safety, leadership, and exceptional customer service. Successful candidates will demonstrate the ability to:

• Lead, mentor, and coach Lifeguards while fostering a positive team environment.
• Prioritize safety and remain calm under pressure.
• Effectively multitask and exercise sound judgment in a fast-paced aquatic environment.
• Handle challenging patron interactions with professionalism and tact.
• Maintain clean, organized facilities and ensure aquatic equipment is safe and well-maintained.
• Enforce pool rules consistently while delivering outstanding customer service.

The City of Richmond is the City of Pride and Purpose, and we value these traits in our employees!

The following list is intended to be illustrative in nature and does not necessarily represent the entire range of work duties expected of employees within the job classification.

• Monitor, direct, and evaluate lifeguard personnel.
• Assists with recruiting, interviewing, and scheduling lifeguard personnel.
• Monitor activities to prevent accidents; educate and direct swimmers regarding unsafe behavior; recognize and respond to emergencies; rescue swimmers in distress; and provide first aid care for medical emergencies, injury, and sudden illness that may include heart attack, bleeding, spinal injury, or drowning.
• Maintain simple records and reports.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

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Minimum Qualifications

Required Education and Experience

• One (1) year of college or university work in recreation, physical education, or a related field
• Two (2) years of lifeguard experience, or the equivalent combination of training and experience
• Any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required skills, knowledge, and abilities

Required Licenses or Certifications

• Current Lifeguard training certification

• American Red Cross Head Lifeguard certification or equivalent

• Current First Aid and CPR for Public Safety Personnel in accordance with Title 22 of the California Code of Regulations

COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement

• It is the City's policy that all persons hired on or after October 18, 2021, must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19, including the booster. New employees will be required to provide proof of full vaccination or have an approved medical or religious accommodation before employment may commence. If you have any questions regarding this policy, please contact Human Resources.

REQUIRED KSA FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES

Knowledge of:

• Lifeguarding, first aid, public safety and the role of the professional rescuer
• Rules and regulations of an aquatic facility
• Swimming rescue techniques, CPR and first aid
• Accident prevention and accident management
• Intervention and conflict resolution strategies
• Legal duty to perform
• Instruction techniques and materials related to aquatic activities
• Special issues associated with conducting activities for citizens possessing a wide variety of physical and mental abilities
• Team building techniques and supervision of lifeguards
• Methods of program evaluation and performance evaluation
• Health and safety regulations
• Current methods and standards for lifeguarding facilities

Ability to:

• Swim with proficiency and endurance
• Perform and assist rescues
• Enforce the rules and regulations of an aquatic facility
• Perform CPR and first aid
• Work a flexible schedule including holidays, nights, and weekends
• Work indoors and outdoors in a variety of temperatures
• Use vision and hearing to identify and evaluate field emergencies, and to respond physically to these emergencies quickly and appropriately
• Communicate effectively in writing and verbally with personnel and the public, in both routine operations and emergency situations
• Develop and implement aquatic programs for a variety of skill levels
• Provide leadership, direction and training of lifeguard personnel

Additional Information

Application and Selection Process

To Apply: Interested individuals must apply online by fully completing the City of Richmond Employment Application, including answers to supplemental questions, by 11:59 p.m. PST on the final filing date. Incomplete applications or those lacking in sufficiently detailed information will be rejected. Resumes or prior applications will not be accepted in lieu of a thoroughly completed application. All communication regarding this recruitment will be via email. Each applicant must apply with a monitored email address.

Qualifying Phase: All completed applications will be evaluated based on job-related qualifications criteria, which could include desirable qualifications and the specific needs of the hiring department(s). Candidates may be screened for better qualified.

Application Appraisal: The evaluation process for this position will include an application appraisal. A limited number of the most qualified candidates, determined by their application materials, will be assessed and scored based on job-related qualifications and their responses to the supplemental questions. An Employment List will be created, and your placement on this list will be based solely (100%) on the information provided in your Employment Application and your responses to the Supplemental Questions. A minimum score of 70% is required to pass.

Having all of the minimum qualifications does not guarantee advancement in the hiring process.

Employment Eligibility List: A ranking of "A" (Best Qualified), "B" (Well Qualified), or "C" (Qualified) is required to achieve a position on the Employment Eligibility List. This List will be in effect for a maximum of two (2) years; however, the list may be canceled without notice after six (6) months.

• After establishing the Employment List, candidates will be referred to the hiring department for final interview(s).

Background Check and Tuberculosis Testing: Candidates will be required to complete a background check and Tuberculosis testing as a condition of employment.

About the City of Richmond

The City of Richmond lies on the eastern shore of San Francisco Bay, five miles north of Berkeley and seven miles northeast across the Bay from downtown San Francisco. A hub of multimodal transportation, many of our residents and businesses are located in Richmond because of its central location and easy access to the Amtrak/Capitol Corridor, BART, AC Transit, the ferry, and two freeways (I-80 & I-580). Residents, visitors, and employees enjoy Richmond's numerous recreational opportunities, which include 32 miles of shoreline and over 3,000 acres of shoreline parks, more segments of the Bay Trail completed than any other city, several recreational boat harbors and yacht clubs, and thousands of acres of contiguous inland regional parks and open space. The City has substantial economic resources but is still affordable compared to other Bay Area cities. Our community is welcoming, diverse, and actively engaged.

Richmond is truly the City of Pride and Purpose!

Immigration Reform Control Act

In compliance with the Immigration Reform Control Act of 1986, individuals offered employment by the City of Richmond will be required to show documentation of eligibility to work in the United States as a condition of employment.

Non-Discrimination Policy

The City of Richmond is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and prohibits discrimination against any applicant on the basis of race, religion, citizenship, color, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability or medical condition, genetic information, marital status, reproductive health decision-making, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 and over), sexual orientation, or military or veteran status or any other basis protected by law.

Disaster Service Workers

California Government Code Title I, Sections 3100 - 3109, declares all public employees to be Disaster Service Workers, subject to such disaster service activities as may be assigned to them by their superiors or by law. More information can be found here.

EOE/ADA/DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE

WEBSITE: www.ci.richmond.ca.us

Analyst: N. Williams 07/2026

Positions that are identified as part-time, seasonal, temporary do not receive benefits.

Only positions that are identified with the status of being Permanent Part-Time may receive benefits in accordance with the City of Richmond's Compensation Matrix. The summary of benefits provided in these documents does not constitute a contract, express or implied, and any provisions contained in these documents may be modified or revoked without notice.

01

I certify that all information provided in my application and this Supplemental Questionnaire is true to the best of my knowledge and I understand that an incomplete application or false information will lead to disqualification from the selection process.

• Yes
• No

02

What is the highest level of education that you have completed?

• High School
• One (1) to Two (2) year of college
• Associates degree
• Bachelors Degree
• Masters Degree
• Not Applicable

03

If you indicated above that you attended college or earned a degree, please list your field(s) of study and/or the degree(s) earned (if applicable).

04

Please identify all current certifications you hold by selecting all that apply. All certifications must be listed in your application and/or attached as supporting documentation.

• American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification
• CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers
• Water Safety Instructor (WSI)
• Lifeguard Instructor (LGI)
• None

05

If you indicated that you hold current certification(s), please specify the issuing agency and the expiration date for each certification. If this does not apply to you, please enter "Not Applicable."

06

How many years of experience do you have working as a Lifeguard?

• Less than 1 year
• 1-2 years of experience
• 3-4 years of experience
• 5+ years of experience
• No experience

07

Do you have at least one (1) year of experience serving as a Senior Lifeguard, Head Lifeguard, or in a comparable lead lifeguard role?

• Yes
• No

08

Describe a time when you had to have a difficult conversation with a colleague or subordinate. Explain the situation, how you approached and communicated with the individual, the actions you took, and any follow-up or documentation that was necessary. (Please limit your response to no more than 250 words.)

09

Please describe a time when you went above and beyond to provide exceptional customer service to resolve a challenging situation with a patron. What actions did you take, and what was the outcome? How did your approach help make the patron feel welcomed and valued as part of the aquatic community? (Please limit your response to no more than 250 words.)

10

Are you available to work 30 or more hours per week?

• Yes
• No

11

Are you available to work weekday evenings (4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.) and weekends (8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.)?

• Yes
• No

12

Is there any additional information regarding your availability, scheduling, or qualifications that you would like us to consider?

Required Question

Employer City of Richmond (CA)

Address 450 Civic Center Plaza, Suite 310

Richmond, California, 94804-1630

Phone 510-620-6602

Website https://www.ci.richmond.ca.us