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Recreation Leaders
Under moderate supervision, the Recreation Leader organizes, conducts, and supervises a variety of recreational programs and activities; performs related duties as required. This classification is further distinguished from Senior Recreation Leader in that it does not supervise staff groups but may provide direction to Recreation Assistants and volunteers.
Senior Recreation Leaders
Under moderate supervision, Senior Recreation Leaders provide direction, coordinate, organize, and conduct a variety or recreational, cultural, and community services programs, including, but not limited to, day camps, youth, cultural events, fitness activities, and special events.
Click here to see the shift schedule and building assignments for the Recreation Leader and Senior Recreation Leader positions.
Lifeguards
The primary responsibility of the lifeguard is the safety and protection of pool patrons by preventing accidents, and when required, making rescues. The lifeguard must be alert and take action in enforcing safety rules and ordinances. In an emergency, the lifeguard must think quickly and clearly, in some cases taking personal risks and exerting considerable physical effort. The lifeguard is required to workday and evening hours including weekends.
Swim Instructors
Swim Instructors teach basic swim strokes and skills to students in a group setting, are responsible for the safety of class participants, and communicate effectively with children, the general public and other staff members.
Instructions to Apply:
- Click the link, APPLY HERE
- If this is your first time applying with us, you will need to create an account. Requirements are a username, password, and a working email address to create your account.
- If you already have a www.governmentjobs.com account, please do not create a new account. A new account is NOT required each time to apply.
To Complete an Application:
- Answer all the questions completely and to the best of your knowledge.
- Incomplete applications will not be considered.
- Be specific when listing information that is relevant to job requirements.
- Detailed work history is required on the application beginning with the most recent or present employer. List all your work experiences within the last ten (10) years, including self-employment, in school, or periods of unemployment
- A resume submitted in place of an application will not be accepted. Additionally, "See resume" is not a suitable response under the "Work Experience" section.
- Be sure to include all required attachments. In addition, please ensure that you complete the supplemental questionnaire, if applicable, before submitting your application.
- ALL communication from the Human Resources Department regarding recruitment status will be completed via e-mail regardless of specified notification preference. Recommended steps to ensure receipt of electronic communication include verifying that a correct e-mail address has been provided, checking spam and junk folders regularly and adding the domains "governmentjobs.com" and "elsegundo.org" as approved senders.
Tips if you are invited for an interview:
- Dress appropriately- Dressing for success is the first step to a successful interview. Your appearance is the first thing interviews notice in an interview.
- Be prepared- Practice interview questions and rehearse your answers. Also prepare questions for your interviewer.
- Be personable- Make eye-contact and generally engage with the interview to show your interest in the position you are applying to.
An Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of El Segundo does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, disability, marital status, age, sex, or sexual orientation. The City of El Segundo maintains and enforces a zero-tolerance policy relating to substance abuse and maintains a smoke-free workplace.