Lifeguard Sergeant/Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)

Galveston Island Park Board of Trustees•Galveston, TX

15d•Onsite

About The Position

The Park Board of Trustees is currently hiring for a year-round Lifeguard Sergeant/Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) to join Galveston Island Beach Patrol in Galveston, TX. This safety/emergency services position earns a competitive wage of $32.45/hour. The role involves supervising and coordinating lifeguards, conducting water safety talks, communicating with emergency response personnel, and protecting beachgoers. Responsibilities include monitoring beach activity, responding to emergencies, administering medical care, acting as a first responder in search and rescue, operating radio equipment, enforcing beach ordinances, investigating accidents, and maintaining equipment and records. The ideal candidate is reliable, communicative, a team-player, responsible, and flexible.

Requirements

At least 21 years of age
High school graduate or equivalent
Texas Driver's License
Worked a cumulative 2500 hours or more as an open-water lifeguard
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Certification
Red Cross or American Heart Association Professional CPR
PWC certification at the "operator" level
Successful completion of Galveston Island Beach Patrol's Lifeguard Academy
Successful completion of Galveston Island Beach Patrol's Supervisor Training course
Successful completion of Galveston Island Beach Patrol's Dispatch Training course
Successful completion of a pre-placement physical test and urine drug screen
Successful completion of an annual swim qualification of 500m in 9 minutes or less
Successful completion of run/swim/run/swim/run (not timed)
Demonstrate the standard physical requirements per the United States Lifesaving Association
Provide documentation for passing a vision and hearing screening
Fluency in English both verbally and in writing

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree preferred

Responsibilities

Supervise and coordinate all lifeguards by scheduling staff, organizing and supervising daily workouts, and monitoring staff readiness.
Conduct water safety talks in the community.
Coordinate and communicate with emergency response personnel including Law Enforcement, Emergency Medical Services, Coast Guard, Fire Department, Public Works, Homeland Security, and Animal Control.
Guard the beach from either a patrol vehicle, a lifeguard tower, or in dispatch.
Monitor all activity on the beach, interact with the public to provide warning of dangerous conditions, and respond to emergencies both in the water and within an assigned patrol area.
Administer emergency medical care, first aid, and CPR as well as use emergency rescue equipment.
Act as a first responder in search and rescue services as well as the removal of hazardous materials from the beach during emergency situations.
Remain in charge during all major emergencies until relieved by a higher-ranking employee.
Operate radio equipment for emergency response communications and carry an "on-call phone" for emergency response calls when on call.
Enforce all beach ordinances while abiding by written Galveston Beach Patrol policies and procedures.
Investigate water-related accidents, submit concise incident and major medical reports as required.
Maintain emergency equipment, medical supplies and mobile vehicles.
Document any issues, and perform accurate computer operations when necessary.