Beach Safety Lifeguard

City of Panama City Beach; Panama City Beach (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Panama City Beach is seeking a dedicated individual to participate in beach safety operations. The role involves providing emergency care, educating the public on safety protocols, and maintaining public safety to ensure a secure beach environment. Ideal candidates should possess relevant certifications and demonstrate strong communication skills to effectively engage with the community.

Qualifications

• Completion of specialized training in beach safety and emergency protocols.
• Driver's license from Florida required.
• Physical fitness is essential for job performance.

Responsibilities

• Provide emergency care and first aid treatment.
• Conduct missing person searches and beach safety interventions.
• Operate patrol vehicles to monitor beach patrons.

Skills

Decision Making

Public Relations

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

USLA Open Water Guard certification

CPR certification

Emergency Vehicles Operator certification

Job description

This position participates in the Department’s beach safety activities and operations.

• Provides emergency care and First Aid treatment until the arrival of emergency medical personnel.

• Carries out dry-land and in-water missing person searches and other safety interventions and preventive actions as required to prevent death or injury, minimize risk, and maintain public safety.

• Operates a patrol vehicle on the beach to monitor patrons, with particular attention to swimmers; acts immediately and appropriately to secure the safety of patrons; carries out the rescue of persons in difficulty or distress; informs command staff with back-up is required.

• Educates the public about beach safety and the beach flag warning system; advises patrons of dangers and providing advice to minimize risks.

• Assesses and monitors prevailing surf conditions; communicates with command staff regarding changes to the beach safety flag; changes flags as directed.

• Completes daily incident and activity reports.

• Enforces City ordinances pertaining to the beach.

• Performs related duties.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with completion of specialized training in the field of work, in addition to basic skills typically associated with a high school education.

• Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver’s license issued by the State of Florida for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.

• Possession of or ability to readily obtain and maintain USLA Open Water Guard certification, CPR certification, and Emergency Vehicles Operator certification.

• Possession of or the ability to obtain a valid CPR certification within 60 days of employment and maintain throughout employment.

• Annual physical is required. The physical will be offered through the department at no cost to the employee. If the employee chooses not to take part in the department physical, they will be required to obtain a physical meeting the exact same specifications as the department’s physical from the primary physician at the employee’s own expense. Documentation will be provided to the department stating the employee is “Fit for Duty” or “Not Fit for Duty”.

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION

• Knowledge of beach and water safety principles and protocols.

• Knowledge of emergency medical protocols, principles, and standards.

• Knowledge of related City codes and ordinances.

• Knowledge of the beach flag system.

• Skill in decision making and problem solving.

• Skill in public and interpersonal relations.

• Skill in the operation and maintenance of assigned vehicles and equipment.

• Skill in oral and written communication.

SUPERVISORY CONTROLS

The Fire Beach Rescue Responder Supervisor assigns work in terms of general instructions. The supervisor spot-checks completed work for compliance with procedures, accuracy, and the nature and propriety of the results.

GUIDELINES

Guidelines include city codes and ordinances, beach and water safety protocols and standards, USLA guidelines, CPR guidelines, Emergency Vehicle Operator guidelines, EOC dispatch and fire radio procedures, and City and Department policies and procedures. These guidelines are generally clear and specific but may require some interpretation in application.

COMPLEXITY/SCOPE OF WORK

• The work consists of related code and safety enforcement duties. The number of beach patrons contribute to the complexity of the work.

• The purpose of this position is to participate in the Department’s beach safety programs and activities. Successful performance helps ensure the safety of the general public.

CONTACTS

• Contacts are typically with co-workers, other City personnel, beach vendors, and members of the public.

• Contacts are typically to give or exchange information, resolve problems, provide services, and educate the public.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ WORK ENVIRONMENT

• The work is typically performed while intermittently sitting, standing, stooping, or walking. The employee frequently lifts heavy objects, uses tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity, distinguishes between shades of color, and utilizes the sense of smell.

• The work is typically performed outdoors, occasionally in cold or inclement weather. The employee may be exposed to dust, dirt, grease, machinery with moving parts, contagious or infectious diseases, etc. The work requires the use of protective devices such as masks, goggles, gloves, etc.

SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY

None.

**These are intended only as illustrations of various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.