| Pool Division |
| The City of Los Angeles operates 59 swimming pools. 10 of these pools are operated year round, with the remaining 49 operated on a seasonal summertime basis. The next L.A. City Pool Lifeguard Test Dates are TBD. Currently no hiring scheduled for 2010. (J.C.A.S.S. = John C. Argue Swim Stadium) Call Citywide Aquatics at: (323) 906-7953 for more information. |
| The following are requirments to become an L.A. City Pool Lifeguard: - No certification neccessary - LA City Pool Lifeguard Preparation Certificate (Optional) - 20 pts - Complete 70 ft dummy tow under 1:18 - 30 pts - Complete 200 yard medley (breast, back, side, free) under 3:52 - 30 pts - Oral Interview - 40 pts - Receive a minimum of 65 pts to be considered for Pool Lifeguard Academy - Successfully complete the Pool Lifeguard Academy. Click here for the official job bulliten *Preparation certificates can be obtained through classes offered at your local L.A. City pool. See our Pool Listings page for a pool in your area. L.A. City Pool Lifeguard Rookie School: 0800-1700 each day @ the Los Angeles Swim Stadium During the Pool Lifeguard Rookie School, each candidate is given extensive instruction on the following material: - Pool Hazards - The Basics of Lifeguarding - Swim Rescue Techniques - Spinal Management - Basic First Aid/CPR - Pool Maintenance and Upkeep - L.A. City Policies and Procedures Each day the candidates will also participate in a daily 500 yard pool swim. At the end of Rookie School, the candidates are each evaluated individually via field and written tests, and ranked accordingly. |
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