About the Department
The Summer Aquatics program will run from June to July at Mt. Carmel High School. The Opening and Closing dates will be provided as we move closer to June.
You will need to provide proof (copies) of the following current and valid certifications or proof that you are registered in a class to obtain the required certification(s):
- CPR/AED for Public Safety Personnel
- First Aid for Public Safety Personnel (Title 22)
- Lifeguard Training Certificate
- Water Safety Instructor (30-hour course and MUST BE COMPLETED and provided to us before you are cleared to start working).
PUSD Classification Salary Range: $17.38 - $22.23 per hour
Anticipated Hiring Salary Range: $17.38 per hour (step 1) - $20.15 per hour (step 4)
Anticipated Hiring Salary Range: $17.38 per hour (step 1) - $20.15 per hour (step 4)
**5/15/26 to 6/1/25 - NEW to PUSD Candidates will complete Onboarding (TB Test, LiveScan, and fingerprints).
VALID CERTIFICATION AND ONBOARDING ARE REQUIRED TO BE CLEARED TO START.
VALID CERTIFICATION AND ONBOARDING ARE REQUIRED TO BE CLEARED TO START.
Qualified Candidates will be notified of placement on eligibility list**
DESCRIPTION:
Under general supervision, responsible for lifeguarding and swimming instruction on a seasonal basis primarily during summer community programs.
Positions in this class are distinguished from those in the next higher class of General Lifeguard in that incumbents are typically employed only on a short-term seasonal basis to supplement the permanent staff of an aquatics facility. General Lifeguards often lead the work of seasonal employees in the class of Lifeguard/Swim Instructor and are assigned a more comprehensive role in the year-round operation of the facility.
Position Duties
Supervises swimmers; maintains discipline and order in and around pool facilities. E
Provides swimming instruction. E
Assist in maintaining pool and facilities in a clean, sanitary condition. E
Administers first aid as necessary. E
Perform related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Any combination equivalent to: graduation from high school and six months related lifeguarding experience including completion of specialized training in first aid and water safety instruction and responsibility for swimming instruction.
CPR for the Public Safety Personnel
First Aid for Public Safety Personnel (Title 22)Water Safety Instructor (WSI) Certificate
Lifeguard Training Certificate
**YOU WILL NEED TO PROVIDE PROOF (COPIES) OF CURRENT AND VALID CERTIFICATES AND/OR PROOF THAT YOU ARE REGISTERED IN A CLASS TO OBTAIN THE REQUIRED CERTIFICATION(S)**
NOTE: The Water Safety Instructor course is a 30-hour course deadline and provided to us before you are cleared to start working.
**YOU WILL NEED TO PROVIDE PROOF (COPIES) OF CURRENT AND VALID CERTIFICATES AND/OR PROOF THAT YOU ARE REGISTERED IN A CLASS TO OBTAIN THE REQUIRED CERTIFICATION(S)**
NOTE: The Water Safety Instructor course is a 30-hour course deadline and provided to us before you are cleared to start working.
Other Qualifications
The Poway Unified School District (PUSD) is an equal opportunity employer/program and is committed to an active Nondiscrimination Program. PUSD does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, ethnic group identification, ancestry, religion, gender, gender identification, mental or physical disability.
For more information, please contact the Title IX/Equity Compliance Officer, Associate Superintendent of Personnel Support Services, Poway Unified School District, 15250 Avenue of Science, San Diego, CA 92128-3406
For more information, please contact the Title IX/Equity Compliance Officer, Associate Superintendent of Personnel Support Services, Poway Unified School District, 15250 Avenue of Science, San Diego, CA 92128-3406