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Exam Title
Water Safety Instructor 2
Exam Number
9D32 16-00
Salary
$43,029 to $46,893 per year
Certification Rule
Rule of List
Competition
Department Only Promotional
Department
16 – Department of Park and Recreation
Announcement Date
07/24/2023
Close Date
08/04/2023
General Definition
Announced in anticipation of administrative board approval.
This is supervisory water safety instructional and recreational work. Employees in this class supervise a staff of lower level instructors and lifeguards engaged in teaching safe swimming and other water recreational activities to a variety of pool users, including the physically and mentally handicapped. Work requires participating with others in the implementation of aquatic activities at a municipal pool. Work is distinguished from the lower level in this series by the participation in program development, course content, and supervision. Working conditions involve some disagreeable aspects and light physical effort. Work is performed under the supervision of a technical superior.
Union Code
M. AFSCME D.C.33
FLSA Code
Non-Exempt
Minimum Requirements
Minimum Training, Education & Experience
The following statement represents the minimum training and experience standards which will be used to admit or reject applicants for tests. Candidates must meet requirements within 30 days after the last date for filing applications.
1. CIVIL SERVICE STATUS:
Presently employed by the City of Philadelphia with permanent Civil Service status in the Department of Parks and Recreation with a performance rating of Satisfactory or higher.
AND
2. EDUCATION
Education equivalent to completion of the twelfth school grade.
AND
3. EXPERIENCE
Three seasons of lifeguard experience which has involved responsibility for instructing others in the art of swimming.
Physical & Medical Requirements
Ability to physically perform the duties and to work in the environmental conditions required of a position in this class.
Required Licenses & Certifications
Possession of a current American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor’s Certificate, a current American Red Cross Lifeguard Training Instructor’s Certificate, and a current certification required for lifeguarding including First Aid and CPR, at the time of application and during tenure of employment as a Water Safety Instructor 2.
Other Requirements
TRANSCRIPT, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
Candidates MUST submit a copy of their official college or university transcript(s) indicating completion of the educational requirement and all required licenses, registrations, or certifications at the time of application. Transcripts MUST indicate conference of the appropriate degree. Candidates with a degree from foreign colleges or universities must submit proof of degree as certified by a professional evaluation service.
Candidates MUST submit a copy of their license, registration, or certification.
If you have ever submitted a paper transcript, license, registration, or certification for any City of Philadelphia civil service examination, you have to submit another document
Option 1 – Upload a paperless transcript, license, registration, or certification – One time only!
You may upload documents into your account and attach a document with this application. Once the document is uploaded to your account, it may be attached to all future applications. Attaching your document will save you time and money if you apply for an examination in the future, and you will be assured that your transcript cannot be misplaced.
Your documents should be uploaded and attached to your application before it is submitted. They cannot be uploaded or added to your application electronically after your application has been submitted.
Option 2 – Submit a paper transcript, license, registration, or certification – Separate document required for each application
If you submit a paper copy of a transcript, license, registration or certification, the document will be used for this application only. You will have to submit documents again whenever you apply for an examination in the future. Paper documents will not be retained and will not be returned to applicants.
Mailing address for paper transcript and other required materials:
Joel Haley
City of Philadelphia – Office of Human Resources
1401 JFK Blvd., Suite 1500
Philadelphia, PA 19102
Tel:
Fax:
Equivalency Statement(s)
Or any equivalent combination of education and experience determined to be acceptable by the Office of Human Resources.
Application Details
Application Procedures
CITY OF PHILADELPHIA APPLICATION INFORMATION
Thank you for your interest in employment with the City of Philadelphia. Please refer to the important information below regarding this job opportunity.
1. You must complete the entire application process, provide accurate and up to date contact information, and submit all certifications, required licenses, and relevant documentation with each application or email the documents as an attachment to the Human Resources Representative listed below prior to the date of the exam.
2. The analyst responsible for reviewing applications and additional documentation for this job opportunity is:
Joel Haley
City of Philadelphia – Office of Human Resources
1401 JFK Blvd., Suite 1500
Philadelphia, PA 19102
Tel:
Fax:
3. For all other inquiries please contact Customer Service at or email
Notes to Applicants
As an employer, the City of Philadelphia values inclusion, integrity, innovation, empowerment, and hard work above all else. We offer a vibrant work environment, comprehensive health care and benefits, and the experience you need to grow and excel. If you’re interested in working with a passionate team of people who care about the future of Philadelphia, start here.
What We Offer:
Impact – The work you do here matters to millions.
Growth – Philadelphia is growing, why not grow with it?
Diversity & Inclusion – Find a career in a place where everyone belongs.
Benefits – We care about your well-being.
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The City of Philadelphia is committed to ensuring access to Civil Service examinations by providing appropriate accommodations for candidates with documented medical or religious reasons. Candidates may request an accommodation for a Civil Service examination by contacting the Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action Unit of the Philadelphia Department of Labor at . The accommodation process is interactive and requires cooperation and communication between the applicant requesting a test accommodation and the EEO Unit. Decisions will be made on a case-by-case basis using the required documentation that is submitted. Requests are to be made in a timely manner prior to the scheduled date of the Civil Service examination.
Only an on-line application will be accepted for this exam. Paper applications will not be accepted.
Computers are available in the 3-1-1 Walk-In Center located in Room 167 of City Hall (Weekdays from 9 AM to 5 PM) and at your local Philadelphia Free Library branch.
For inquiries regarding City employment, contact the Office of Human Resources Monday through Friday between 8 AM and 4 PM by telephone at or by email at
ALL Applications must be received by the end of business on August 4, 2023.
Your application will be rejected, and you will be disqualified from competing in this examination if you:
1) Do not provide your complete and accurate social security number.
2) Attempt to practice fraud or deception in the preparation of this application
All correspondence and notifications will be sent to your e-mail address or postal address listed in the contact information (address, phone #, e-mail) of your account profile. Your contact information will be automatically updated each time you submit an application for employment. It is your responsibility to change your contact information and to ensure that it is correct.
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