Ocean Lifeguard Lieutenant

Brevard County; Satellite Beach (FL); On-site; USD 34,453 - 34,853; Full time

Job summary

Brevard County Ocean Rescue seeks a permanent, full-time lifeguard to guard beach patrons and relay ocean conditions. The role requires a high school diploma and 600 hours of ocean lifeguard experience, with EMT or Paramedic certification and a valid Florida driver's license.

The position offers hourly pay of $25.01 to $25.30, with a variable schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays, and countywide travel. A Lifeguard Performance Test and BLS/CPR certification are mandatory annually.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent as required by Florida Department of Health.
• 600 hours of documented hands-on experience as ocean lifeguard.

Responsibilities

• Guarding safety of patrons at assigned ocean beaches and providing information on beach/ocean conditions.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Department

Fire Rescue Department

Organizational Unit

Ocean Rescue

Position Type

Permanent, Full Time

Open Until Filled

Open until filled.

Pay

$25.01 to $25.30 hourly. Salary negotiable based on experience and qualifications. Works at Beachside/Travels Countywide. Work schedule is variable and includes evenings, weekends, and holidays. Performs skilled protective service work guarding the safety of patrons at assigned ocean beaches and provides information pertaining to beach and ocean conditions.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or its equivalent, as required by the Florida Department of Health.
• Six hundred (600) hours of documented hands‑on experience working as an ocean lifeguard.

Special Requirements

• Must possess, or obtain prior to employment, a valid Florida driver’s license and maintain it during employment.
• Must possess a State of Florida Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification or a State of Florida Paramedic certification and maintain active status during employment.
• Must be able to successfully complete the Brevard County Lifeguard Performance Test annually (swim 500 meters in an ocean environment and a physical agility test, in accordance with USLA Advanced Guidelines).
• Must possess, or obtain by completion of the Brevard County Ocean Lifeguard Level I Officer Training Program, a Basic Life Support (BLS)/Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification from an approved agency and maintain active status during employment.
• Must possess, or obtain by completion of the Brevard County Ocean Lifeguard Level I Officer Training Program, an Emergency Medical Responder certification from an approved agency and maintain active status during employment.
• Must be able to successfully complete the Brevard County Ocean Lifeguard Level I Officer Training Program (includes FEMA ICS‑100 and ICS‑200 certifications).
• Must be capable at all times of meeting the physical requirements necessary to perform the duties of this classification, as specified in the Brevard County Fire Rescue Ocean Rescue Division Manual.
• Must be of good moral character, as determined by a local Clerk of Court, Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE), and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) background investigation.
• Must be able to successfully pass a Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS) background check administered by the Brevard County Sheriff’s Office (BCSO).
• 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 (e.g., writing, wiring); operating foot controls; pulling; pushing; simple grasping (e.g., pen, screwdriver)
4. The employee must be able to:
   • Balance; bend; climb; crawl; dig; jump; kneel; reach; run; smell; stoop
5. The employee must have:
   • Color perception; good distant vision; good hearing; good near vision; good speech; use of both eyes
6. Other necessary physical activities/traits
   • N/A

Working Conditions

1. Working conditions that will apply to the employee:
   • At heights above/below ground level; below ground level (ditches, tunnels, etc.); in cold; in dampness or chilly conditions; in heat; in high humidity; in or with dusty conditions; in or with moving objects or vehicles; in or with noisy conditions; on or with ladders or scaffolding; on slippery or uneven walking surfaces; with chemicals or solvents; with electricity; with explosives; with feet, legs or hands in water; with fumes, smoke, gases or flames; with grease; with hazardous materials; with lawn grasses, plants, etc.; with odors; with oils; with poor lighting; with poor ventilation; with radiant energy (x-rays, etc.); with silica, fiberglass, etc.; with vibrations (jackhammers, etc.); work alone; work inside; work outside; works closely with others
2. Other working conditions:
   • N/A