Beach Lifeguard (seasonal)

Under regular supervision, performs responsible life-saving work in the Ocean Rescue Division. Work involves using independent judgment in dealing with dangerous or unusual situations, exercising safety practices and procedures.

High school and minimum age 16, good physical condition; possession of all members of both upper and lower extremities; must have vision correctable to 20/20, or any equivalent combination of acceptable training and experience. Must have a valid driver's license. Must possess or be able to obtain training as specified by the United States Lifesaving Association (USLA). Successfully complete certification in one-person adult, two-person adult, child and infant cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), including obstructed airway training. Will receive no less than 21 hours of Red Cross First Aid Training.

Must be physically able to operate and utilize first responder and CPR/ first aid equipment. Must be able to exert up to one hundred pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to fifty pounds of force frequently, and/or up to twenty pounds of force constantly to move objects. Must be able to lift and/or carry weights of ten to one hundred pounds. Must be able to swim 500 meters (550 yards) without equipment that enhances buoyancy or propulsion, over a measured course in ten minutes or less. All applicants will be required to pass pre-employment screenings. Prior to employment, individual must possess adequate vision, hearing acuity, physical ability, and stamina to perform the duties of an open water lifeguard. This must be validated by a medical doctor, or the doctor's designated physician's assistant or ARNP (Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner).