Ocean Lifeguard Trainee/I/II

City of San Clemente • San Clemente, CA

12d • Onsite

About The Position

The beautiful Southern California coastal City of San Clemente has an exciting opportunity for individuals to work as an Ocean Lifeguard. Ocean Lifeguards perform beach and ocean rescues, provide emergency medical treatment, and enforce laws. Acceptance into the 110-hour training program requires successful completion of the physical assessment and oral interview process. Ocean Lifeguard: Requires successful completion of the 110-hour training program and the following (which may be gained through the City's training program): specialized training in ocean lifeguarding, some knowledge of first aid and ocean lifeguarding practices and principles; pertinent Federal, State and local laws, codes and regulations; occupational hazards; and standard safety precautions.

Requirements

• Must be at least 16 years of age with a valid work permit by the beginning of their first day of employment.
• 800-yard ocean swim and must be completed in 13 ½ minutes or less.
• 1,200-yard run- swim-run (400 yards each portion).
• Successful completion of the physical assessment and oral interview process.
• Must be available to work 5 days per week, for a total of 40 hours per week during the CUSD summer recess period.
• Must be available to work 5 days per week, for a total of 40 hours per week during the CUSD summer recess through Labor Day.
• Must attend all training dates/ times.
• Must be able to swim, run, walk, crouch and crawl.
• Must successfully complete a background review and medical examination, including drug screen and intradermal T.B. test, and be fingerprinted.
• Written identification showing entitlement to legally work in the United States will be required.

Nice To Haves

• Specialized training in ocean lifeguarding
• Some knowledge of first aid and ocean lifeguarding practices and principles
• Knowledge of pertinent Federal, State and local laws, codes and regulations
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and standard safety precautions

Responsibilities

• Observe swimmers from towers or patrol vehicles
• Provide emergency response to water and beach areas
• Perform emergency rescues and first aid, including mouth-to-mask resuscitation
• Locate lost or missing persons
• Enforce laws, codes and ordinances governing beaches and oceans
• Inspect rescue equipment, lifeguard towers & vehicles, & perform preventative maintenance & repairs
• Interact with the public and explain rules and regulations
• Maintain records and log books

Benefits

• Classes to meet the CPR and First Aid requirements will be provided to those applicants who are successful in qualifying for the City's Ocean Lifeguard Training Program.

What This Job Offers

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