Job Description
Salary: $17.39 - $21.71 Hourly
Location : Ontario, CA
Job Type: Part-Time
Job Number: 071524 Instructor Gu
Department: Recreation & Community Services
Opening Date: 07/15/2024
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: PT
The Position Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received. This recruitment may close at any time without notice.
Do you enjoy being outdoors and helping others? Looking to gain work experience and learn new skills? If so, the City of Ontario invites you to spend your time with us by becoming an Instructor/Guard. The Recreation & Community Services Department is now seeking enthusiastic individuals to staff its five (5) aquatic facilities located throughout the City. Instructor/Guards assist in pool recreational activities, observe swimmers to ensure safety, and enforce regulations to guard lives and prevent accidents. The Instructor/Guard position requires additional training beyond that of the Lifeguard position.
This is a part-time position in the City's year-round aquatics program. The work schedule is determined by availability, operating hours, and the incumbent's skill level in the position. Part-time/temporary positions are scheduled to work no more than 29 hours per week and are not eligible to participate in the City's health insurance or retirement plans.
Recreation & Community Services Department The City of Ontario's Recreation & Community Services Department provides opportunities for wholesome, year-round public recreational services for every age group in the City of Ontario. Through a comprehensive array of programs and events, the Department continually strives to meet the City Council's goal to provide enhanced recreational, educational, and cultural activities to the community. The Department operates six community centers, a senior center, provides programming in over thirty parks, three dog parks, and oversees the management of a municipal golf course. The Recreation & Community Services Department is growing! In the next couple of years, the Department will oversee the development of a 150+ acre premiere regional sports complex; the building of the first phase (approximately 130 acres) of the Grand Park in Ontario Ranch; enhancing park amenities throughout the City; and putting plans in place to add new community centers throughout the City.
The mission statement of the Recreation & Community Services Department is to enhance community value through diverse opportunities, personal growth and healthy lifestyles by providing quality and affordable programs and services. The vision statement of the Recreation & Community Services Department is to be the leaders in building a healthy community through memorable experiences; connecting people to recreation. The Priority Values of the Recreation & Community Services Department include the following:
- Fun: Be enthusiastic, love what you do, and make it enjoyable for all.
- Integrity: We make ethical behavior the foundation of all actions.
- Teamwork: We take seriously our obligations to empower every person to achieve more by making opportunities available for personal growth.
- Innovation: We achieve continuous improvement by taking risk, welcoming new ideas, learning from our mistakes and celebrating our successes.
- Diversity: We welcome and honor the fundamental value and dignity of all individuals.
- Commitment: We are passionate in delivering superior service to both our internal and external customers; taking pride in positively influencing their lives.
- Wellness: We strive to provide an environment that promotes overall health to every individual.
The City of Ontario is a dynamic leading community in the Inland Empire with a variety of full-time and part-time employment and volunteer opportunities. Ontario enjoys the reputation of being a progressive City which provides solid leadership to its citizens and to the business community. The City provides a full range of services to the community including: Police, Fire, Management Services, Community Life & Culture, Community Development, Economic Development, Public Works and the Ontario Municipal Utilities Company. The City's team is staffed with approximately 1,500 full-time and 300 part-time diverse and talented employees who work to support a common goal of providing excellent service to the community.
The City's vision for the future is very exciting and we foresee tremendous growth within the year(s) to come. We welcome you to view the City of Ontario's 2024 State of the City video by clicking on the link below as well as other links to learn more about the City.
State of the City The Ontario Plan Smart Ontario Downtown Ontario Examples of Essential Functions The essential functions typically performed by the Instructor/Guard include the following: - Assists with aquatic activities for the recreation program, including swim lessons, recreational swims, swim teams, and other related activities.
- Instructs classes, proctors swim evaluations, and guards during all aquatic activities, including observing swimmers in the pool and surrounding area and providing emergency response, as necessary.
- Assists with inspecting facilities and equipment for safety, maintenance, and cleanliness and ensures compliance with administrative and safety policies, procedures, and protocols.
- Maintains accurate records and reports.
- Performs general maintenance and repairs on facilities and equipment.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualification Guidelines Requirements Must be at least 16 years of age at time of appointment (hire).
NOTE : All candidates appointed to this position who are under the age of 18 and have not graduated from high school will be required to obtain a work permit by the date of new hire orientation.
Desirable Previous experience as a swim and/or aquatic fitness instructor.
Licenses, Certifications and Training Valid American Red Cross certifications in Lifeguard Training, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), and First Aid for the professional rescuer or equivalent.
Valid Water Safety Instructor (WSI) certification.
NOTE : Proof of successful completion of the above certifications must be attached to your online application. Acceptable forms of proof include photos and/or photocopies of the certifications. Failure to provide the required documentation at time of application will result in disqualification.
Special Requirements Ability to work various schedules including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Physical Demands
Work is primarily performed within a public swimming pool environment where stamina is needed to perform moderate to heavy lifting and to stay in the pool for prolonged periods of time.
Environmental Demands
Work is primarily performed outdoors in a pool environment with wet and slippery conditions; incumbents are exposed to variable weather conditions and may be exposed to chlorine, acids, and other chemicals at aquatics facilities, as well as blood and body fluids rendering first aid and CPR.
NOTE: If your application is accepted, you will be invited to participate in an assessment process, which will include an interview and swim test. Assessment dates and additional details regarding the assessment process will be provided at a later date. All potential hires are required to pass a fingerprint review and pre-employment physical examination, including a tuberculosis (TB) test.
Supplemental Information Lifeguard Training The City of Ontario provides Lifeguard Training courses to assist you on your way to becoming an aquatic professional.
Successful completion of water safety courses and all required tests does not guarantee employment with the City of Ontario ; however, completion of requirements are necessary for successful eligibility for this position.
Participants must be 16 years old before the final class session, be able to swim 300 yards with a combination of breaststroke and front crawl, and pick up a 10-pound brick from a depth of 7 feet and swim 25 yards with it. Attendance at all classes is required - NO EXCEPTIONS! Participants receive access to the online instruction upon enrollment in the Lifeguard Training course and are required to pass all modules and submit completion to the Instructor prior to the final exam.
Classes are offered by the City of Ontario's Recreation and Community Services Department on a variety of dates. For more information on these classes, please visit the City of Ontario website at /Registration or call (909) 395-2513.
Fee Reimbursement Candidates who are successfully hired into the position of Lifeguard, Instructor/Guard, Pool Manager or Senior Pool Manager may be eligible for a partial reimbursement of course registration fees up to $200 for the Lifeguard course and $300 for the Water Safety Instructor course. Reimbursements will be refunded to the original payee. To be eligible for reimbursement, the candidate must meet the following requirements:
- Complete and pass the Lifeguard and/or Water Safety Instructor course.
- Successfully complete any required selection processes and be hired as a Lifeguard, Instructor/Guard, Pool Manager or Senior Pool Manager with the City of Ontario.
- Work a minimum of 150 hours.
How to Apply Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" link at the top of this announcement. If this is the first time applying for a position using governmentjobs.com, you will be prompted to create a new user account; otherwise, log in with your username and password. Your application and responses to any supplemental questions will be used to evaluate your qualifications for this position. It is suggested that your application include the following:
- List any relevant experience and education that demonstrates that you qualify for the position.
- List all periods of employment for at least the past 10 years, beginning with your most recent or present employer (including, if applicable, all employment with the City of Ontario).
- Separately list each position held, including different positions with the same employer.
A resume may be attached to your application but will not substitute for the proper completion of your application. Applications that are not properly completed may be rejected.
Application Process Applicants are required to submit required certification(s) or other required documentation as outlined in the Qualifications Guideline section of this bulletin. Please use the attachment function found on the City's online application to attach copies of the requested certification(s) or other documentation. Failure to attach required certifications may result in the rejection of your application. Please contact the Human Resources/Risk Management Agency if you have any questions regarding the application process.
Your application is the primary tool used to evaluate your job qualifications. It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. Failure to complete these sections may result in the rejection of your application.
Supplemental Questions To complete your application for this position, you will be prompted to respond to supplemental questions. This information will be used as part of the application screening and selection process and is designed to help you present your qualifications for this position. This may include a selection step in which your application and supplemental questions are reviewed and scored by a panel of raters familiar with this position.
Incomplete responses, false statements, omission, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Your responses should be consistent with the information provided on your application.
Please provide succinct, concise, descriptive, and detailed information for each question. If you have no experience, write "no experience" for the appropriate question.
Email Notices Email is the primary way that the Human Resources/Risk Management Agency or Hiring Department will communicate with you. Please check your email account (including the SPAM folder) on a regular basis for any emails related to the application or selection process. Emails from the City of Ontario will come from "@ontarioca.gov" or "governmentjobs.com." If you change your email address after submitting your application, please visit governmentjobs.com and update your profile.
Frequently Asked Questions If you have any additional questions regarding the application process, please refer to our page.
The City of Ontario values the health and wellness of our employees and their families. We understand benefits are an important part of your total compensation and we take pride in offering a comprehensive benefit package. Please check out our excellent benefit packages here
Employees in this classification are under the Part-Time Compensation and Benefits Profile. For a list of benefits for part-time employees please click here
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INSTRUCTIONS: The information on your application and the following supplemental questionnaire will be used in the evaluation of your qualifications. Detailed responses should be provided in order to ensure that your qualifications are properly considered. If the item does not apply, please enter N/A. By continuing you are certifying that all information provided in the supplemental questionnaire is true to the best of your knowledge.
- I understand the above statement.
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All appointments to this position are required to provide proof of completion of the listed certification requirements. Acceptable forms of proof include photos and/or photocopies of the certifications. Failure to provide the required documentation at time of application will result in disqualification. If you require clarification on this requirement, please call the City of Ontario Recruitment Team at (909) 395-2035. Please indicate that you have read the statement above by selecting "Yes."If you require clarification on this requirement, please call the City of Ontario Recruitment Team at (909) 395-2035.Please indicate that you have read the statement above by selecting "Yes."
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I am over the age of 16. (NOTE: All candidates who are under of the age of 18 and have not graduated from high school will be required to obtain a work permit by the date of their new hire orientation.)
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Do you currently possess valid American Red Cross certifications in Lifeguard Training, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), and First Aid for the professional rescuer or equivalent?
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Do you currently possess a valid Water Safety Instructor (WSI) certification?
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Describe any prior experience as a swim and/or aquatic fitness instructor.
Required Question City of Ontario, CA
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