SENIOR POOL LIFEGUARD (Recurrent)
Salary
$3,957.92 - $4,292.10 Monthly
Location
Los Angeles County, CA
Job Type
Recurrent
Job Number
D2965L
Department
PARKS AND RECREATION
Opening Date
06/11/2026
Position/Program Information
Examination Number:
D2965L
Type Of Recruitment:
We welcome applications from everyone
Filing Type:
Recurrent
Application Filing Period:
The application filing period will begin on June 11, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. Pacific Time (PT) - Continuous. This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met and may close unexpectedly.
RECRUITMENT TYPE:
We welcome applications from everyone
WITHHOLD INFORMATION
No withholds will be allowed for this examination. Required experience must be fully met and indicated on the application at the time of filing.
OUT-OF-CLASS EXPERIENCE
No out-of-class experience will be accepted for this examination
About Us: We work directly with the public as they enjoy our 40 swimming pools and 23 splash pads. We provide our pool lifeguards with regular training and recertification. We also offer an exciting work environment with room for growth! The mission of our department goes beyond providing recreational activities and maintaining parks and facilities. Its about creating a sense of community and belonging for all residents. A truly inclusive Parks and Recreation Department values diversity and equity, recognizing that everyone deserves access to recreational opportunities and facilities, regardless of their race, ethnicity, gender, ability, or socio-economic status. By fostering a welcoming environment and offering programs and services that reflect the needs and interests of all members of the community, an inclusive parks and recreation department can help build stronger, heathier, and more connected communities.
What We're Looking For: Are you a motivated and experience lifeguard ready to tackle on a leadership role? Do you enjoy working with people who come from a diverse background and representing an inclusive, community focused organization? If so, this position may be a great fit for you!
Essential Job Functions
A Senior Pool Lifeguard is responsible for performing a combination of the following crucial job functions:
Requirements
Requirements to Qualify
Six (6) months of full-time or 960 hours of part-time experience as a pool lifeguard providing continuous surveillance of a pool, enforcing pool and safety rules, performing water rescues, administering first aid, and teaching swimming classes.
LICENSE:
A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions.
PHYSICAL CLASS:
Physical Class: 4 - Arduous: Involves frequent heavy lifting over 25 pounds, often combined with bending, twisting, or working on irregular surfaces; and occasionally requires extraordinary physical activity.
REQUIRED CERTIFICATES: Certificates must be valid and will be verified at the time of appointment. Certificates are not required at the time of application. Before final appointment, candidates must attend and successfully complete the Department of Parks and Recreation Lifeguard Training Program and obtain the following Certificates (or equivalent):
American Red Cross Lifeguarding Certificate
Special Requirement information
Ability:
Candidates must have the ability to swim 300 yards in 6 minutes and 30 seconds or less to meet annual swim qualification.
Vision:
At least 20/30 in each eye with correction, and at least 20/200 with both eyes open without correction.
Hearing:
There may be no greater than a 25 dB loss in the better ear as averaged over the test frequencies of 500, 1000, 2000, and 3000 Hz. There may not be a peak loss at any of the test frequencies greater than:
There may be no greater than a 35 dB loss in the worse ear as averaged over the test frequencies, and no peak loss greater than 45 dB at any of the test frequencies. In case of a questionable, unusual, or borderline hearing loss, the applicants record will be reviewed by the Occupational Health Service consultant in otolaryngology who will make a recommendation as to the applicants employability and forward it to the Medical Director for final disposition.
Additional Information
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:
EXAM CONTENT:
This examination will consist of an Evaluation of Training and Experience based on application information and desirable Qualifications, weighted 100%.
Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination in order to be placed on the eligible list.
Some exam components are not subject to review by candidates per CSR 7.19.
ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION:
The names of candidates receiving a passing score in the examination will be placed on the eligible list in the order of their score group for a period of six (6) months following the date of promulgation.
NO PERSON MAY COMPETE IN THIS EXAMINATION MORE THAN ONCE EVERY SIX (6) MONTHS.
Notice of Non-Acceptance and Final Result letters will be sent electronically to your e-mail address. Scores cannot be given over the telephone.
SPECIAL INFORMATION:
PRE-PLACEMENT MEDICAL EXAMINATION
Employment is subject to passing a medical examination which will be scheduled after security clearance for candidates who receive contingent offers of employment.
VACANCY INFORMATION:
The eligible list of successful applicants created from this examination will be used to fill vacancies within the Department of Parks and Recreation throughout Los Angeles County. These positions are for Recurrent/Hourly EMPLOYMENT ONLY and may be located at the following pools.
East Section Aquatics (626) 821-4655
Central Section Aquatics (626) 821-4655
North Section Aquatics (661) 222-9519
South Section Aquatics (310) 965-8646
Available Shift: The work week includes evenings, weekends, and holidays.
We only accept applications filed online. Applications submitted by U.S. mail, fax, or in person are not accepted. Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" green button at the top right of this posting. This website can also be used to get application status updates.
Please fill out the application completely. Provide relevant job experience including employer's name and address, job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed.
We may verify information included in the application at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. Falsification of information could result in refusal of application or rescission of appointment. Copying verbiage from the Requirements or class specification as your work experience will not be sufficient to demonstrate meeting the requirements. Doing so may result in an incomplete application and may lead to disqualification.
Go to http://governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty and search for "Senior Pool Lifeguard (Recurrent)". Apply online by clicking on the green "Apply" button. You can also track the status of your application using this website.
Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the deadline as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty, you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address.
SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER:
Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number.
COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES:
For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County.
NO SHARING OF USER ID, E-MAIL, AND PASSWORD:
All applicants must file their application using their own user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record.
ANTI-RACISM, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION (ARDI):
The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The Department of Parks And Recreation is committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices.
CONTACT INFORMATION:
Department Contact Name: Sharon King
Department Contact Phone: (626) 612-1282
Department Contact Email: sking@parks.lacounty.gov
ADA Coordinator Phone: (626) 588-5109
Teletype Phone: (213) 427-6118
California Relay Services: (800) 735-2922
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES
Employment Information
Any language contained in the job posting supersedes any language contained below.
This document is intended to provide general information about the recruitment process of the County of Los Angeles. Applicants with questions about a specific job posting should contact the exam analyst listed on the posting.
Equal Employment Opportunity/Non-Discrimination Statement:
The County of Los Angeles is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is committed to non-discrimination in the County workforce, regardless of age (40 and over); ancestry; color; ethnicity; religious creed; protected family or medical leave status; disability; marital status; medical condition; genetic information; military and veteran status; national origin; race ; sex; gender; sexual orientation; or any other characteristic protected by State or federal law. For more information, please visit: https://employee.hr.lacounty.gov/eeo-programs/.
Testing Accommodations for Applicants:
The County of Los Angeles complies with all federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application process, please contact the testing accommodation coordinator listed on the job posting. Hearing impaired applicants with telephone teletype equipment may leave messages by calling the teletype phone number on the job posting. For more information on accommodations, please visit: https://hr.lacounty.gov/accessibility/.
Fair Chance:
The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except as otherwise permissible under applicable laws, you will not be asked to provide information about conviction history unless you receive a conditional offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct and adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and will also consider potential mitigating factors, which may include, but is not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with County Fair Chance Policies and the Fair Chance Act (Gov. Code Section 12952).
Employment Eligibility:
Final appointment is contingent upon verification of U.S. citizenship or the right to work in the United States.
Career PathFinder:
Resources to help current and prospective employees plan a career with Los Angeles County are available. To explore career paths to and from nearly all job titles, please visit our interactive Career PathFinder application at http://career-pathfinder.hr.lacounty.gov.
Veteran's Credit:
Pursuant to the County Charter and County policy, in all open competitive examinations (i.e., examinations open to everyone), the County of Los Angeles will add a credit of 10 percent of the total credits specified for such examination to the final passing score of an honorably discharged veteran, as well as the spouse of a deceased or disabled veteran, who served in the Armed Forces of the United States under specific conditions.
For more information on veteran's credit, please visit: https://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/205102_PPG_115.pdf
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The information you provide on this supplemental questionnaire will be evaluated and used to determine your eligibility to participate in the next phase of the examination process. CHECK YOUR ANSWERS CAREFULLY. Any mistakes you make and/or any incomplete responses you provide in completing these questions will be used to disqualify your application even if you possess the qualifying experience. Be specific as possible and include all information requested including the certificates requested. Comments such as "see resume or application" will not be considered as a response. All information is subject to verification at any time in the examination and hiring process. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or dismissal. In order to received credit for your certification you must include a legible copy of your certification with your application. Applicants who are unable to attach a copy of the required certification to their application may email it to "LACParksExamsUnit@parks.lacounty.gov" within seven (7) calendar days from applying. Please include the exam name and your first and last name in the subject line.
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Do you possess ALL of the following Certifications that are listed below? American Red Cross Lifeguarding Certificate Lifeguard Training for the Professional Rescuer First Aid for Public Safety Personnel (Title 22) Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and Automated External Defibrillator (CPR/AED) for the Professional Rescuer Resuscitation-Oxygen Administration Bloodborne Pathogens
03
Do you possess an American Red Cross Lifeguarding Instructor Certificate and American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor Certificate? If yes, please attach a copy to your application. If you are unable to attach your certifications to your application, please submit a copy via email to: "LACParksExamsUnit@parks.lacounty.gov" within seven (7) calendar days from applying. Please type in the subject line your first and last name and Senior Pool Lifeguard and the certification name.
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How many years of experience as a Pool Lifeguard providing continuous surveillance of a pool, enforcing pool and safety rules, performing water rescues, administering first aid and teaching swim classes beyond the requirements of six (6) months of full-time or 960 hours of part-time experience do you have?
05
Please describe your experience as a Pool Lifeguard providing continuous surveillance of a pool, enforcing pool and safety rules, performing water rescues, administering first aid and teaching swim classes in the following format: Name, City & State of Employer: Title: Dates Employed: MM/DD/YYYY to MM/DD/YYYY Hours Worked per Week: Describe your duties in detail: If you do not have this experience, please add "Not Applicable".
06
Describe your experience with managing aquatics equipment at a pool facility: Name, City & State of Employer: Title: Dates Employed: MM/DD/YYYY to MM/DD/YYYY Describe your duties in detail:
07
Describe your experience in completing a safety inspection at an aquatic facility. Name, City & State of Employer: Title: Dates Employed: MM/DD/YYYY to MM/DD/YYYY How many safety inspections have you completed? Describe your duties in detail:
08
Describe your experience in working an Aquatics Special Event: Name, City & State of Employer: Title: Dates Employed: MM/DD/YYYY to MM/DD/YYYY Please list the Aquatics special event: How many Aquatics special events have you worked? Describe your duties in detail:
09
Have you coached any of the following swim teams?
10
If you answered "Yes" to question #9, please describe your experience in the following manner: Name, City & State of Employer: Title: Dates Employed: MM/DD/YYYY to MM/DD/YYYY Hours coached per week: Describe your duties in detail:
Required Question
Employer County of Los Angeles
Address
Los Angeles, California, 90010
Website http://hr.lacounty.gov