LIFEGUARD II (SEASONAL)

State of California; California (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

State of California, Bolsa Chica State Beach, seeks a Lifeguard II (Seasonal) to perform beach rescues, medical aid, and public safety duties under DPR protocols. The role may involve incident command and coordination with staff during peak seasons.

This seasonal position requires a valid California driver’s license, background clearance, and CPR/First Responder certificates. Availability during Memorial Day to Labor Day is expected, with weekend work common.

Qualifications

• Must have valid California Driver's License and provide CDL number on application.
• Background investigation (Live Scan) required prior to appointment.
• Possess First Responder and CPR certificates; Emergency Technician certificate may substitute for both.
• Three months of lifeguard experience (non-pool) or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Detect and perform aquatic rescues on the beach and assist persons in distress.
• Provide medical aides and CPR per DPR protocols and procedures.
• Prevent aquatic emergencies by safety contacts and hazard identification; incident command during emergencies.
• Notify officers and supervisors of park incidents; prepare reports; educate visitors and enforce rules.
• Operate patrol truck and rescue watercraft; work with lifeguard, visitor services, and maintenance staff.

Skills

Lifeguard certification

CPR certification

First Responder

Driver's license

Job description

LIFEGUARD II (SEASONAL)

LIFEGUARD II (SEASONAL)

$22.51 - $25.27 per Hour

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date: 12/21/2026

Application Methods: Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account) By Mail Drop-off

LIFEGUARD II (SEASONAL) – ORANGE COAST DISTRICT / NORTH SECTOR / BOLSA CHICA STATE BEACH

“Priority consideration will be given to any person receiving State public assistance under the CalWORKs program. Applicants who receive State public assistance need to identify their status as a CalWORKs recipient in the comments area on the application. Applicants must submit a verification of their CalWORKs eligibility status, which may include the most recent Notice of Action showing TANF eligibility or a copy of your last aid check stub. If verification is not submitted with the application, the application will not be processed. (Applicants may obtain verification from the CalWORKs program).

The reporting location for this position is Bolsa Chica State Beach in Huntington Beach, CA. This position will work under the supervision of the Staff Parks and Recreation Specialist.

The Lifeguard II (LG II) duties include detecting and performing aquatic rescues on the beach, assisting person and vessels in distress, performing medical aides and resuscitation measures per DPR protocols and procedures, and preventing aquatic emergencies by making safety contacts and identifying hazards. The LG II may take incident command during aquatic emergencies, notify peace officers of observed criminal activity, notify supervisors of park incidents, prepare reports, contact visitors, communicate rules and regulations, and provide education and interpretation. The LG II will operate the patrol truck and rescue watercraft. The LG II must work effectively with the entire lifeguard, visitor services, and maintenance staff to carry out the Department’s mission, goals, and values.

The LG II is expected to be available to work full time during the peak-use period of Memorial Day to Labor Day. The LG II is expected to work most weekends and holidays during this timeframe. This position can work 189 days in a 12 consecutive month period or a maximum of 1500 hours within 12 consecutive months per California Code of Regulation 265.1 . This position is designated as not telework eligible.

The selected candidate is required to submit to a background investigation process utilizing Live Scan fingerprinting prior to appointment.

This position requires a valid Class C driver’s license. You must answer the questions addressing your driver’s license on your application. Ensure you provide your driver’s license number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions on your application.

State housing is not available. For further information regarding this position, please contact Nicholas Sterrenburg at [phone] or at [e-mail] .

Per California Code of Regulations (CCR) 599.961 , this is a sensitive position, and therefore subject to drug and alcohol testing. It should be noted that testing is not mandatory, but is allowed to be conducted only if and when there is a determination of reasonable suspicion as defined in CCR 599.962 .

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Working Conditions

Includes but is not limited to beach and ocean open water environment may include lakes and rivers. Work will occur in an outdoor environment with varied weather including sun, wind, and rain.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• LIFEGUARD II (SEASONAL)

# of Positions

Multiple

Work Location

Orange County

Telework

In Office

Job Type

Facility

Orange Coast District

Department Information

The mission of California State Parks is to provide for the health, inspiration, and education of the people of California by helping to preserve the state's extraordinary biological diversity, protecting its most valued natural and cultural resources, and creating opportunities for high-quality outdoor recreation.

All employees are responsible for contributing to an inclusive, safe, and secure work environment that values diverse cultures, perspectives, and experiences, and is free from discrimination.

• The position(s) require(s) a valid California Drivers License (CDL). You must answer the questions addressing your CDL on your application. Ensure you provide your CDL number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions.
• The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.

Possession of (1) a Department of Parks and Recreation First Responder certificate or equivalent and (2) a Department of Parks and Recreation Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), Red Cross Professional Rescuer or equivalent certificate. An approved Department of Health Emergency Technician certificate may be substituted for both the required certificates. Applicants who do not possess these certificates will be admitted to the examination but they must produce evidence of the certificates before they can be considered for an appointment. and Equivalent to three months of experience performing the duties of a lifeguard in other than swimming pools.

DO NOT include any confidential information to your application or supporting documents (i.e., Social Security Number, birthdate, marital status, medical information, examination results, method of eligibility, etc.)

Contact Information

The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Department Website: http://www.parks.ca.gov

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled.You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s)to the Department's EEO Office.

California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice)TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Further Information

Visitor Safety and Protection,Leadership,Administration, andMaintenance.

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.