Beach Lifeguard (Part-time, Weekends, Holidays)

City of Fort Lauderdale • Fl, FL

8d • Onsite

About The Position

This is a part-time position with a 32-Hour cap per week in accordance with City of Fort Lauderdale Policy and Standards Manual. This position is At-Will and is not covered by a Collective Bargaining Agreement or the Personnel Rules. Maintains surveillance and enforces beach regulations to ensure and secure the safety of beach patrons. Rescues patrons who are in distress and responds to emergency situations as they arise. Administers First Aid and CPR as needed. Must be available to work weekends and holidays.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalency
• Possess a currently valid America in Heart Association BLS (C.P.R.& AED) card or equivalent at time of appointment.
• Must complete a 48-hour minimum lifeguard training program with an organization certified by the United States Lifesaving Association.
• Must possess an American Red Cross Emergency Medical Responder Certificate or a comparable certificate from a recognized training entity that follows national Emergency Medical Responder standards before being assigned to lifeguard duty.
• Be able to successfully pass a performance test, which includes both simulated pool and ocean rescues prior to appointment. This test must be successfully passed every six (6) months after employment.
• All required certifications and licenses, whether possessed at time of appointment or obtained after appointment, must be kept current and valid while employed in a position in this class

Nice To Haves

• State of Florida Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification is preferred
• Six (6) months paid work experience performing open water lifeguard duties is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Patrols public beaches in the open water environment and warns swimmers of dangerous surf or other hazardous beach conditions; posts warning signs indicating hazardous conditions
• Responds to medical emergencies on the beach and in surrounding areas
• Enforces departmental rules and regulations, City ordinances and state statutes governing beach safety; reports missing persons to supervisor
• Operates and inspects lifeguard vehicles, boats, rescue equipment and reports any damages to supervisor
• Participates in the upkeep of facilities
• Participates in continuing training and instruction in open water rescue techniques, first responder medical care, disaster response, occupational safety practices, public relations and a variety of other subjects related to lifeguarding
• Measures and reports environmental conditions such as: wind speed and direction, air and water temperatures, surf and tide levels, beach erosion and visitor population
• Conducts water safety lessons, presentations and educational programs for schools, organizations and the general public
• Performs related work as required

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED