OCEAN LIFEGUARD I (Seasonal)

Imperial Beach Management Co; Imperial Beach (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick leave

PARS retirement plan

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Education incentive

Job summary

Imperial Beach Management Co. is seeking a part-time seasonal Lifeguard I to patrol and protect the beach, conduct rescues, and enforce safety regulations in Imperial Beach, CA. The role requires on-call availability and readiness to respond during emergencies, including weekends and holidays.

The ideal candidate will hold current CPR/EMT credentials, a valid CA driver's license, and high school diploma or GED. Training and certifications are required within the first months of employment.

Qualifications

• High school graduation or GED or equivalent experience.
• Valid California driver’s license with clean record or ability to obtain.
• CPR certification for Professional Rescuers or BLS.
• Emergency Medical Technician or Red Cross equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Oversee ocean/beach surveillance from station; respond to emergencies.
• Perform rescues and provide medical aid; operate boats and lifesaving equipment.
• Conduct search and recovery in ocean and waterways.
• Explain and enforce laws, ordinances, and safety procedures.
• Maintain safety equipment and keep logs and reports.

Skills

Lifeguard operations

Emergency medical response

Public safety

Record keeping

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Emergency vehicles operation

Watercraft operation

Job description

Description

Year-Round Recruitment

Part - Time/Seasonal Employment

Maximum 1,000 Hours Per Fiscal Year

Salary: $21.41- $28.69 hourly

Licenses and Certificates are not required at the time of application, however, they will be required at the time of hire.

GENERAL PURPOSE

Under direction, maintain surveillance over the City's beach from an assigned station or patrols a section of beach in a vehicle, in the protection of life, prevention of accidents, and enforcement of City ordinances; performs aquatic and medical rescues; and performs other related work as assigned.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Works under general direction of Marine Safety Chief, Lieutenant, Sergeant, and Ocean Lifeguard II.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Safeguard the ocean and beach using public by maintaining surveillance over a assigned area from a station or, patrols an assigned area in a radio equipped emergency vehicle, and take preventative actions and safety interventions, in the protection of life and prevention of accidents.
• Perform rescues and administer medical aid as needed; operates boats, all-terrain vehicles, and specialized lifesaving equipment.
• Perform search and recovery in the ocean and other waterways.
• Interpret, explain, and enforce applicable codes, ordinances, regulations, policies and procedures to the public.
• Maintain safety equipment, facilities, and supplies within the Marine Safety Department.
• Prepare clear and concise records, reports, and logs.
• Subject to twenty four hour (24) emergency call including weekends and holidays; responds to emergencies when off duty; and completes other work assigned.
• Present professional appearance and attitude at all times, and maintains a high standard of customer service.
• May be assigned to support, instruct, or coordinate the Junior Lifeguard Program.
• May lead tours, or provides routine lifeguard operations and beach safety information to the media and general public with consultation of the Marine Safety Chief.
• Take part in lifeguard and emergency medical training and drills.
• Attend lifeguard staff meetings.
• May testify in court regarding matters of enforcement and litigation.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge Of

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Records and reports, and public relations; all functions and duties performed by the department; modern principles, practices, and concepts of modern lifesaving techniques, boating safety, and equipment used; advanced first-aid and resuscitation methods and equipment operations; emergency medical system; ocean conditions and patterns; beach, surf, and ocean hazards; safe driving principles and practices; occupational hazards and safety practices necessary in the area of work assigned; principles and practices of underwater search and recovery techniques and basic diving physics.

Ability To

Interpret, explain, and enforce relative laws, ordinances, regulations; prepare clear and concise reports; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective relationships with persons and agencies concerned with the department; size up emergency situations and adopt quick, effective courses of action; swim and/or operate water craft in adverse weather and surf conditions for extended periods of time; and meet department health and physical standards.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

High school graduation or G.E.D. Any combination of training and/or experience that could likely provide the desired knowledge and abilities.

Licensing & Certificates

• San Diego Regional Lifeguard Academy's Introduction to Open Water Lifeguarding certificate in the last 24 months; or has worked at least a 1,000 hours in the last 24 months at a Southern California lifeguarding agency certified with the USLA as Advanced Open Water.
• Possession of or ability to obtain, prior to employment, a valid Class "C" California driver's license with a safe, satisfactory driving record and ability to maintain through the course of employment.
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) American Red Cross for the Professional Rescuers and Health Care Providers, or American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Providers.
• American Red Cross Emergency Medical Response, or a valid San Diego County Emergency Medical Technician I.

Employees must requalify for these certificates as required to retain employment.

Applicants must be at least 18 years of age upon hire.

Additional Information

• This recruitment is open until a sufficient number of applications are received and may close at any time without prior notice. Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications as soon as possible.
• All notices will be sent via e-mail.
• Applicants must successfully complete the following processes prior to starting employment:
• Physical abilities test & Interview Process
• Live Scan Background Investigation
• Pre-employment Physical Examination & Drug Screen

For a complete job description for the position, visit our website at: Ocean Lifeguard I (Seasonal) - Job Description.

Part-time employees do not receive any medical benefits.

The City participates in Public Agency Retirement Services (PARS) for part-time employees and also provides an Employee Assistance Program.

Public Agency Retirement Services (PARS)

A federal law, the Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1990 (OBRA 90), requires that governmental employees who are not members of their employer's existing retirement system be covered by Social Security or an alternate plan. Public Agency Retirement Services Alternate Retirement System 457 Plan (PARS ARS 457) is an alternate to Social Security. PARS ARS 457 satisfies federal requirements and provides cost savings to the employee and the City when compared to Social Security.

Enrollment in the PARS ARS 457 Plan is automatic for eligible employees.

Effective January 1, 2012 And Thereafter

• Each pay period, 3.75% of your wages will be deducted from your pay and deposited into your PARS ARS account.
• Each pay period, your employer will also contribute the equivalent of 3.75% of your wages to your PARS ARS account.
• All contributions are made on a pre-tax basis.
• Investment activity will be credited to your PARS ARS account based on your monthly account activity and will accumulate tax-free until your termination from the plan and the distribution of your account balance.

EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (EAP)

The EAP provides confidential evaluation and counseling services for employees, family members and anyone residing in the home of an employee.

PAID SICK LEAVE FOR PART-TIME EMPLOYEES

Effective January 1, 2024, part-time employees will receive 40 hours (5 days) of paid sick leave to be used during the fiscal year.

BILINGUAL PAY

May receive up to $50 a month after successfully passing an oral and written test.

EDUCATION INCENTIVE

Employees that have completed a probationary period are eligible for an educational incentive.

• Associate degree: $100.00 per year, paid the first full pay period in June each year or the first full pay period after hire date.
• Bachelor's degree: $200.00 per year, paid the first full pay period in June each year or the first full pay period after hire date.
• Master's degree: $300.00 per year, paid the first full pay period in June each year or the first full pay period after hire date.

Payment for any degrees or certificates that is a non as minimum qualification.