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Ocean Rescue Lifeguard - PT

Ocean Rescue Lifeguard - PT

Government JobsBoca Raton, FL, US
6 days ago
Job type
  • Part-time
Job description

Ocean Rescue Lifeguard

The Ocean Rescue Lifeguard position is crucial in ensuring the safety and well-being of beachgoers at the City's of Boca Raton Ocean front public access areas. This role involves performing ocean rescues and providing assistance in line with established guidelines and policies. Working under immediate supervision, the Ocean Rescue Lifeguard helps maintain a safe environment by self-directed response immediately to emergencies and life-threatening events. Through these responsibilities, this position supports the City's commitment to public safety and enhances the experience of residents and visitors enjoying the beach.

To be considered for this position, you must possess and attach copies of the following valid certifications and submit with your application :

  • CPR Certification (American Red Cross CPR / AED for the Professional Rescuer or American Heart Association CPR BLS Course "C")
  • First Aid Certification (American Red Cross First Aid or American Heart Heartsaver First Aid)
  • Lifeguard Training Certification (American Red Cross Lifeguarding, YMCA Lifeguard Training, or Previous Ocean lifeguarding experience)

Pre-Employment Testing Information :

Qualified applicants will be contacted and invited via email and required to participate in pre-employment swim and rescue testing. Testing will be held at 8 : 00am on To Be Determined Date. You will be scheduled for this testing after it has been determined that the minimum qualifications and license requirements have been met. You will not be allowed to participate in the swim test if you have not been invited by Human Resources via email.

Essential Functions

  • Observes beach and ocean from tower for unusual and / or unsafe conditions and activities.
  • Signals boaters, surfers, fisherman, and jet skiers to stay out of safe swimming areas.
  • Maintains an awareness of, prevents, and reacts to life-threatening and potential bodily injury situations.
  • Patrols beach on foot, warns beach patrons of dangerous conditions and situations.
  • Carries reserve rescue boards, oxygen resuscitators and first aid kits to and from the beach and in emergency response.
  • Treats beach and park patrons for minor first-aid injuries.
  • Related tasks :

  • Monitors tide changes, water, and wind conditions and warns beach patron of changes.
  • Informs beach patron of various City ordinances and enforces same.
  • Responds to questions concerning ordinances and beach or ocean conditions.
  • Opens and closes lifeguard towers; ensures equipment is present and in good working order.
  • Records beach and ocean conditions on billboard.
  • Assists with programs, classes, and special events.
  • Participates in morning workout and physical fitness exercises and rescue drills.
  • Performs related tasks as required.
  • Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

    Knowledge of :

  • The laws, ordinances and policies related to emergency services in ocean rescue.
  • Ocean rescue services practices and procedures.
  • Skilled in :

  • Observation and Surveillance.
  • Emergency Medical Response and CPR
  • Customer Service and Collaboration with Department and City-wide staff.
  • Decision making in stressful situations.
  • Ability to :

  • Prepare clear and concise reports, ability to pass pre-employment and annual requalification tests which consist of a 500-meter swim in 10 minutes or less.
  • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates and the general public
  • Minimum and Preferred Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • CPR Certification (American Red Cross CPR / AED for the Professional Rescuer or American Heart Association CPR BLS Course "C")
  • First Aid Certification (American Red Cross First Aid or American Heart Heartsaver First Aid)
  • Lifeguard Training Certification (American Red Cross Lifeguarding, YMCA Lifeguard Training, or Previous Ocean lifeguarding experience)
  • Preferred Qualifications :

  • American Safety and Health Institute Emergency Medical Response Certification or American Red Cross equivalent and Emergency Medical Technician.
  • Previous Ocean Lifeguard experience.
  • Post Offer Pre-Employment Screening Requirements :

  • Criminal Background Check
  • Employment Verification
  • Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) Check
  • Certification / License Verification
  • Physical
  • Drug and Alcohol Screen
  • Special Requirements :

  • After initial employment training period, employee must meet training and certification requirements of United States Lifeguarding Association agency certification program. After initial employment training period, must possess American Safety and Heath Institute Emergency Medical Response Certification or American Red Cross equivalent.
  • Possession of a valid State of Florida Class "E" driver's license
  • Schedule :

    25 hours per week. Weekends and holidays required.

    The City of Boca Raton is an Equal Opportunity, Inclusive, Veteran's Preference Employer and Drug Free Workplace. It is the policy of the City of Boca Raton to prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

    City of Boca Raton - Benefits Summary Part-Time Employees

    Eligibility Requirements : To be eligible to receive Paid Leave and to contribute to the 457 Deferred Compensation Plan, a part-time employee must have worked at least 1,040 hours in the prior fiscal year

    PAID LEAVE : Employees who work a minimum of 1,040 hours per fiscal year will receive twelve (12) hours of Paid Leave on October 1st. This Paid Leave shall be used no later than September 30th of that fiscal year or it will be forfeited.

    MISSION SQUARE 457 DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLAN : Employees who work a minimum of 1,040 hours per fiscal year will be allowed to participate in the 457 Deferred Compensation Plan. The City will not provide any matching funds.

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