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This page will list full-time, part-time, and volunteer opportunities with the City of Gonzales
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Lifeguard
Application Deadline May 14, 2021 @ 5:00PM
Lifeguard — Must be at least 16 years of age at the time of hire. MUST BE AN ADVANCED LEVEL SWIMMER! Lifeguards are responsible for the safety and well being of all patrons at the Gonzales Community Pool. Responsibilities include but are not limited to; teaching swim lessons, direct pool supervision, administering CPR/First Aid/AED in the event of an emergency, participate in opening and closing procedures, assist in cleaning of the facility, assist in registration for pool activities, consistently enforcing all pool and facility rules and other duties as assigned. IF HIRED YOU MUST PARTICIPATE IN ALL SWIM LESSON CERTIFICATION TRAININGS AS SCHEDULED.
Hours vary between 20 - 40 hours per week.
Starting pay: $14.75 per hour
The City of Gonzales may pay for Lifeguard Certifications if the following conditions are met:
1. You are a resident of the City of Gonzales
2. You have a successful interview and are recommended for a physical ability assessment
3. Pass the Physical Ability Assessment which consists of a 300m swim, dive to a 12 ft depth to retrieve a 10lb brick and return it back kicking to the shallow end and 2 minute tread water with hands up.
4. Attend and successfully complete the Lifeguard Certification Course as scheduled by the
City of Gonzales
5. Agree to work for the City of Gonzales Aquatics Department for at least 1 summer
Swim Instructor
APPLICATION DEADLINE - MAY 14, 2021 @5:00PM
Swim Instructor— Must be at least 15 1/2 years of age by the date of hire. MUST BE AN ADVANCED LEVEL SWIMMER. Responsibilities include but are not limited to; teaching children to swim, knowing the swim curriculum as provided by the facility, preparation and clean up for each level of swim lessons, assisting Lifeguards in the event of an emergency, participate in opening and closing procedures, assist in cleaning of the facility and other duties as assigned. IF HIRED YOU MUST PARTICIPATE IN ALL SWIM LESSON CERTIFICATION TRAININGS AS SCHEDULED.
Hours vary between 15 - 30 hours per week.
Starting pay: $14.00 per hour
Summer Camp Counselor
APPLICATION DEADLINE - MAY 14, 2021 @5:00PM
Summer Camp Counselor — Must be at least 16 years of age by the date of hire. Responsibilities include but are not limited to; supervising groups of 8-10 youth between the ages of 5 and 12, Creating and implementing activities that keep the children engaged , swimming, singing, dancing, acting silly, being creative, all while enforcing the camp rules and maintaining a safe environment for all participants, and other duties as assigned. IF HIRED YOU MUST ATTEND THE SUMMER CAMP STAFF TRAINING .
Hours : 40 hours per week
Starting pay: $14.00per hour
Recreation Aid 1 (Pool & Camp)
APPLICATION DEADLINE - MAY 14, 2021 @ 5:00PM
Recreation Aid 1 (Pool & Camp)— Must be at least 15 1/2 years of age by the date of hire. Responsibilities include but are not limited to; Stocking, cleaning and running the snack bar, working the front gate, assisting Lifeguards in the event of an emergency, participate in opening and closing procedures, assist in cleaning of the facility, assist in registration for pool activities, consistently enforcing all pool and facility rules, answering phones, meeting the needs of pool patrons and other duties as assigned
Hours vary between 15 - 25 hours per week.
Starting pay: $14.00 per hour