Aquatics Specialist I (Non-Career)
Salary
$25.11 Hourly
Location
Berkeley, CA
Job Type
Temporary
Job Number
2026-07-6007
Department
Parks, Recreation & Waterfront
Division
Recreation
Opening Date
07/20/2026
Closing Date
Continuous
Berkeley, California is a small city with a big reputation. At just ten square miles of land and seven square miles of water, Berkeley is famous around the globe as a center for academic achievement, scientific exploration, free speech, and the arts, and home to over 50 parks, a top-ranked university, and the largest public marina in the San Francisco Bay.
JOB OPPORTUNITY
Apply NOW for Fall 2026 and Summer 2027 season!
The City of Berkeley invites you to apply for the position of Aquatics Specialist I! In this role, you will have the opportunity to serve as a lifeguard, teach lower level swim lessons, and perform customer service functions at King Pool or West Campus Pool.
See the full job description here: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/berkeley/classspecs/1423224
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
A typical way of gaining the knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position is:
Equivalent to graduation from high school or current enrollment in an institution working toward a high school diploma or GED equivalent.
Must be 15 years of age. Must possess and maintain a current American Red Cross Lifeguard training certificate and current American Red Cross CPR for professional rescuer certificate or equivalent.
APPLICATION PROCESS
Applicants must submit a completed application and responses to all supplemental questions. Please note that resumes are not a substitute for a completed application.
If you do not answer the supplemental questions accurately you will be automatically disqualified
Applications are available in alternative formats (audio-format, braille, large print, electronic text, etc.) upon request to ada@berkeleyca.gov. Please allow 10 days for production of the material in an alternative format.
EXAM PROCESS
The exam process will include, but may not be limited to:
Tests may consist of any combination of written, oral or other exercises or assessment procedures that test content and may include, but are not necessarily limited to, typing, math, reading, writing and analytical skills; problem solving ability; computer and software proficiency, or any other job-related knowledge, skill, ability or qualification. The City may, without notice, change or eliminate any assessment component as needs dictate. Applicants passing all examination phases will have their names placed on an employment eligible list that hiring departments will use to conduct final selection interviews.
Reasonable Accommodations: The City is committed to making reasonable accommodations in the examination process and in the work environment. Individuals requesting reasonable accommodations in the examination process must submit a request in writing to hr@berkeleyca.gov at the time of application.
PRE-EMPLOYMENT PROCESS
Candidates under final consideration for employment with the City will undergo an employment background check that may include, but is not limited to: confirmation of employment history, educational credentials and degrees, certificates, registrations, and licenses including drivers license; credit check; criminal history check; and Live Scan fingerprinting.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO) EMPLOYER
The City of Berkeley is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. All employment actions shall be administered regardless of race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, physical or mental disability or medical condition, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, political affiliation, veterans' status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.
DISASTER SERVICE WORKER
All City employees are required to provide services as Disaster Service Workers in the event of an emergency/disaster.
Benefits are not offered for this classification.
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Do you have the equivalent to graduation from high school OR current enrollment in an institution working toward a high school diploma or GED equivalent?
02
Are you at least 15 years of age?
03
Do you possess a current American Red Cross Lifeguard training certificate and a current American Red Cross CPR for professional rescuer certificate or equivalent?
04
Provide the certificate numbers and issue dates for your current American Red Cross Lifeguard training certificate and current American Red Cross CPR for professional rescuer certificate.
05
I acknowledge that I have reviewed all my answers to all above supplemental questions for accuracy.
Required Question
Employer City of Berkeley
Address 2180 Milvia Street (1st floor)
Human Resources Department
Berkeley, California, 94704
Phone (510) 981-6800