Lifeguard I - Part-time - Ocean

Indian River County Board of County Commissioners • Vero Beach, FL

5d • Onsite

About The Position

This is skilled water safety work involving the prevention of accidents and injuries and responding with effective care and treatment to emergency situations at County Beaches. Works independently with periodic supervision provided by the Beach Operations Supervisor.

Requirements

• Knowledge of water rescue methods, CPR, and first aid techniques.
• Knowledge of park rules and regulations concerning public safety.
• Ability to handle frightened or injured persons in the water.
• Ability to react quickly and calmly in emergency situations.
• Ability to enforce rules and regulations firmly but tactfully.
• Ability to remain alert over long periods of time.
• Ability to maintain effective working relations with supervisors, employees, and the general public.
• Ability to swim 550 yards or 500 meters over a measured course in 10 minutes or less.
• Ability to run 1/2 mile in less than 4 minutes
• Ability to pass a medical skills evaluation and an ocean swimming agility test.
• Must possess lifeguard certification, CPR certification, and First Responder certification.
• As a condition of employment, the selectee must submit medical documentation that they possess the adequate vision, hearing acuity, physical ability, and stamina to perform the duties of an open water lifeguard.

Responsibilities

• Vigorously supervises all water and beach activities while on duty.
• Conducts water rescue and administers first aid as needed.
• Performs preventative actions by identifying and eliminating safety hazards
• Enforces rules and regulations set forth by Indian River County.
• Provides information to the public in a polite and informative nature.
• Provides backup to other beaches and EMS when needed.
• Maintains a level of physical conditioning that will tend to ensure the safety of the victim and rescuer alike.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed