Ocean Lifeguard III

Brevard County; Satellite Beach (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 31,000; Part time

Job summary

Brevard County Ocean Lifeguards are needed to guard beach patrons and ensure public safety along beach areas. This is a temporary, part-time role with a weekend/holiday schedule and varied shifts.

You will perform experienced protective duties and provide information about beach conditions to visitors. The position requires 480 hours of hands-on lifeguard experience, annual compliance with the USLA Advanced Guidelines test, and current BLS/CPR and Emergency Medical Responder certifications.

Qualifications

• 480 hours of documented hands-on ocean lifeguard experience.
• Must complete the Brevard County Ocean Lifeguard Performance Test annually (USLA Advanced Guidelines).
• Must hold/obtain BLS/CPR certification and maintain active status.
• Must hold/obtain Emergency Medical Responder certification and maintain active status.
• In emergencies (hurricanes, storms, disasters) perform duties as directed.

Responsibilities

• Guard the safety of ocean beach patrons and enforce rules.
• Provide information on beach and ocean conditions to the public.

Skills

Lifeguard experience

Physical stamina

Emergency response

Job description

Department

Fire Rescue Department

Organizational Unit

Ocean Rescue

Position Type

Temporary, Part Time

Open Until Filled.

THIS POSITION IS APPOINTIVE SERVICE/TEMPORARY

Salary

$22.08 to $22.66 hourly. Actual salary negotiable based on experience and qualifications. Beachside/Countywide. Part-time/Temporary. Work schedule is variable and includes weekends and holidays. Performs experienced protective service work guarding the safety of patrons at assigned ocean beaches and provides information pertaining to beach and ocean conditions.

Requirements

• Four hundred and eighty (480) hours of documented hands-on experience working as an ocean lifeguard.
• Must be able to successfully complete the Brevard County Ocean Lifeguard Performance Test annually, which includes swimming 500 meters in an ocean environment and a physical agility test, in accordance with the United States Lifesaving Association (USLA) Advanced Guidelines.
• Must possess, or obtain by the completion of the Brevard County Ocean Lifeguard Training Academy, a Basic Life Support (BLS)/Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification from an approved agency and maintain said certification in an active status during the term of employment.
• Must possess, or obtain by the completion of the Brevard County Ocean Lifeguard Training Academy, an Emergency Medical Responder certification from an approved agency and maintain said certification in an active status during the term of employment.
• In the event of a hurricane, major storm, natural or man‑made disaster that may threaten the area, the employee will be required to perform emergency duties as directed.

Physical Requirements Checklist

1. The employee must be able to:
   • LIFT:50 lbs. or more
   • CARRY:50 lbs. or more
   • PUSH:50 lbs. or more
   • PULL:50 lbs. or more
2. In an eight hour day, the employee may have to:
   • STAND:5 - 8 hours
   • WALK:5 - 8 hours
   • SIT:5 - 8 hours
   • DRIVE:5 - 8 hours
3. The employee must repetitively perform:
   • Fine manipulation (ex. writing, wiring); None; Operating foot controls; Pulling; Pushing; Simple grasping (ex. pen, screwdriver)
4. The employee must be able to:
   • Balance; Bend; Climb; Crawl; Dig; Jump; Kneel; None; Reach; Run; Smell; Stoop
5. The employee must have:
   • Color Perception; Good distant vision; Good hearing; Good near vision; Good speech; None; Other; Use of both eyes
6. Other necessary physical activities/traits
   • N/A

Working Conditions

1. Working conditionsthat will apply to the employee:
   • In dampness or chilly conditions; In cold; In heat; In high humidity; With feet, legs or hands in water; Work alone; Work inside; Work outside; Works Closely with Others
2. Other working conditions:
   • N/A