Beach Lifeguard OC

City-of-Dania-Beac; Florida; On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 3,031,000; Part time

Job summary

The City of Dania Beach is seeking an On-Call Lifeguard to join the Parks and Recreation Team. The ideal candidate will patrol municipal beaches, enforce regulations, and provide on-scene EMS care under National EMS standards.

Outdoor work includes exposure to surf conditions and variable weather. Responsibilities include educating the public on water safety, operating rescue equipment, and assisting with junior lifeguard programs as needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum requirements include a high school diploma or GED.
• Must hold a valid CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer or BLS/CPR/AED certification.
• Must possess a valid EMT license or EMR certification from Florida.

Responsibilities

• Patrols beach areas on foot or by rescue vehicle, scanning for danger and assisting bathers.
• Enforces all beach rules, ordinances, and state statutes to prevent accidents.
• Maintains rescue and first aid equipment, vehicles, and related gear.
• Keeps current certifications and maintains physical fitness.
• Performs water rescues and provides on-scene emergency medical care following protocols.

Skills

Public safety

Lifeguarding

First aid

Radio communications

Education

High School Diploma or GED

EMT License (Florida)

CPR/AED Certification

Job description

Join the Dania Beach Team and Make a Difference!

Are you ready to contribute to a thriving community in one of South Florida's most dynamic cities? Dania Beach, Broward County’s first city, is undergoing a renaissance, and we’re looking for motivated and passionate individuals to join our team. Discover the unique charm and pioneering spirit that defines our City.

Grow Your Career with Us at Dania Beach!

The City of Dania Beach is committed to developing our team members. We offer a range of opportunities to help you grow professionally, including numerous in-house training programs and tuition reimbursement for full-time employees after completing probation. We aim to work closely with you to enhance your skills and advance your career, ensuring you have the support and resources needed to succeed and thrive within our dynamic organization. Grow with us and become a part of our vibrant community!

Position Summary

The City of Dania Beach is committed to employing a talented and diverse workforce. We are currently seeking a On-Call Lifeguard to join our dynamic Parks and Recreation Team. The ideal individual will perform public safety work in the enforcement of regulations and protection of life at a municipal beach. In addition, the candidate will also exercise a high degree of responsibility for the safety of bathers and provide assistance on-the-scene emergency medical care, basic life support (BLS), and transport of patients. Work is performed in accordance with department rules and City ordinances governing the public use of beaches. Incumbents in this class must work outdoors in various weather conditions, often in dangerous currents and surf conditions, and may be exposed to ultraviolet radiation and infectious disease. If you are ready to take the next step in your career planning and contribute to the growth and development of the City of Dania Beach.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Patrols beach areas on foot and through stationing in an observation tower or rescue vehicle, constantly scanning for persons in dangerous situations or in need of assistance.
• Enforces all rules, ordinances, and state statutes governing public beach operations to prevent accidents and maintain order.
• Maintains rescue vehicles, rescue equipment, first aid equipment and performs custodial duties to identified areas on a regular scheduled basis.
• Maintains current certification(s) and standards of physical fitness.
• Keeps swimmers safe through knowledge of ocean currents and educating the public of potential dangers within the beach environment.
• Assists in maintaining general appearance and cleanliness in work area.
• Enforces all rules in an effective and professional manner, as well as providing options accommodating to needs of patron.
• Monitors beach and surrounding area for safety concerns and hazards. Reports all issues to supervisor promptly and addresses issue temporarily to mitigate risk.
• Provides land or water transportation of sick or injured persons requiring prehospital medical attention during transport.
• Assists or rescues swimmers in distress utilizing appropriate rescue techniques and renders on-the-scene emergency medical care to swimmers following established medical emergency protocols to National EMS standards.
• Provides educational programs, such as conducting water safety lessons to the public, schools, and camps.
• Creates and establishes curriculum for junior lifeguard programs. Works to organize events surrounding the program. (i.e. Entrance swim test, parent emails and policy handbook). Accompanies junior guards to competitions and training events representing the City.
• Assists with or conducts training of new hires and part-time staff. This may include, but is not limited to, physical skills, fitness, rescues, medical skills, mock scenarios, policy and protocol overview, daily operations, equipment usage and vehicle use.
• Provides daily updates on weather conditions, advisories, public safety announcements, and various other city events via social media platforms.
• Provides information to the public regarding beach regulations and activities.
• Demonstrates proficient ability to operate radio communications with Law Enforcement and First Responders.
• Recognizes Incident Command and takes charge in the event of an emergency. This includes but is not limited to supervising field operations; assisting other lifeguards and de‑scalating or mitigating public conflict; communicating with law enforcement, fire rescue, Coast Guard, and other emergency operation units.
• Provides treatment of patients by using techniques described in the EMT Basic National Standards Curriculum.

What's required: (Minimum Requirements)

• High School Diploma or GED, be at least 18 years of age.
• Pass physical performance test that meets or exceeds USLA minimum standards.
• A minimum of one (1) year of lifeguarding lifesaving experience.
• Possession of a valid CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer or Basic Life Support (BLS)/CPR/AED Certification from the American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
• Possession of a valid EMT License from the State of Florida or EMR Certification.

What's preferred: (Desired Requirements)

• USLA Surf Lifesaving Academy Certification.
• At least 2 years of open water lifeguarding experience or other type of open water experience
• Paramedic's license
• PWC operator or completion of USCG boating safety course
• EVOC (Emergency vehicle operations course) certification
• USLA Training Officer Certification
• American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor
• Swift Water Rescue Certification
• Rescue Scuba Diver Certification