Beach Lifeguard - On Call

City of Dania Beach; Florida; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team in one of South Florida's most vibrant cities as a Beach Lifeguard On-Call! This role allows you to make a significant impact on public safety while working outdoors in a beautiful environment. You'll be responsible for patrolling the beach, enforcing safety regulations, and providing emergency medical assistance. With a commitment to professional development, the City offers numerous training opportunities and benefits, including health coverage and paid time off. If you're passionate about safety and community service, this is the perfect opportunity to grow your career and contribute to a thriving community.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible Spending Account

Paid Time Off

Free Gym Membership

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old and possess a high school diploma or GED.
• Requires passing a physical performance test and having lifesaving experience.

Responsibilities

• Patrol beach areas and enforce safety regulations.
• Provide emergency medical care and assist swimmers in distress.
• Conduct educational programs on water safety.

Skills

Lifesaving Skills

Emergency Medical Care

Public Safety Enforcement

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

First Aid Equipment

Rescue Equipment

Radio Communication Devices

Job description

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• PREVIOUS CANDIDATES DO NOT NEED TO RE-APPLY** Join the Dania Beach Team and Make a Difference!
  
  

Job Description

• PREVIOUS CANDIDATES DO NOT NEED TO RE-APPLY** 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 in 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!

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Position Summary

The City of Dania Beach is committed to employing a talented and diverse workforce. We are currently seeking a Beach Lifeguard On-Call 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 planning career and contribute to the growth and development of the City of Dania Beach, apply now to join our team!

Duties & Responsibilities

Essential Job Functions

• Patrols beach area 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 program. 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-escalating or mitigating public conflict; communicating with law enforcement, fire rescue, Coast Guard, and other emergency operation units.
• Provides treatment of patients by use of techniques described in the EMT Basic National Standards Curriculum.
  
  

Qualifications

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 open water lifesaving experience
  
  

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
• Possession of a valid CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer or Basic Life Support (BLS)/CPR/AED
• Possession of a valid EMT License from the State of Florida or EMR Certification
  
  

Health Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and pre-tax flexible spending account (FSA) coverage for the whole family
• City-paid life insurance, short and long-term disability plans
• High deductible health plan option with city-paid health savings account (HSA)
• Flexible spending account (FSA) available
• Medical benefit opt-out payment option (in addition to base pay)
• Voluntary pet insurance
• Mental health support
• Many other voluntary benefits
  
  

Financial Perks

• Annual base salary increases upon approval
• Florida Retirement System (FRS) pension plan *
• Deferred compensation 457(b) with a 3% city match*
• FICA alternative: Part-time positions do not pay social security. Money is deposited into a portable retirement account.*
• City-subsidized health insurance upon regular retirement
• City-paid credit protection
• Qualified loan forgiveness employer
  
  

Paid Time Off

• 12 City paid holidays *
• One floating holiday
• Sick and vacation leave *
• Cash-out option for vacation leave *
• Personal days and safety day
• Religious day conversion
• Family care days
• Volunteer time
  
  

And Much More

• Supportive workforce and management team
• Hybrid work schedule (select departments and positions)
• Professional development
• Tuition reimbursement
• Free gym membership
• Summer childcare discounts
  
  

The City is committed to the development of its employees, offering on-the-job training opportunities, City paid external training and certifications, and tuition reimbursement.

• *Includes part-time positions
  
  

01

Do you currently possess a high school diploma or GED?

• Yes
• No
  
  

02

Do you understand that you will be required to pass a performance test?

• Yes
• No
  
  

03

Do you have at least 1 year of open water lifeguarding experience?

• Yes
• No
  
  

04

Do you have Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) certifications?

• Yes
• No
  
  

05

Do you currently possess a valid FL Emergency Medical Responder or a FL EMT Certification?

• Yes
• No
  
  

06

Do you currently possess a Red Cross Lifeguard Training Certification or USLA Surf Lifesaving Academy Certification?

• Yes
• No
  
  

07

Do you have at least 2 years of open water lifeguarding experience or other type of open water experience?

• Yes
• No
  
  

08

Do you possess a Paramedic's license?

• Yes
• No
  
  

09

Are you currently EVOC (Emergency vehicle operations course) certified?

• Yes
• No
  
  

10

Do you currently possess a Red Cross Lifeguard Training Certification?

• Yes
• No
  
  

11

Are you currently SCUBA certified?

• Yes
• No
  
  

12

Are you currently a PWC operator or have you completed the USCG boating safety course?

• Yes
• No
  
  

13

Do you currently possess the Swift Water Rescue Certification?

• Yes
• No
• Required Question

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