Ocean Rescue Lifeguard

Essential Functions
Essential Functions
Observes beach and ocean from tower for unusual and/or unsafe conditions and activities.
Signals boaters, surfers, fishermen, and jet skiers to stay out of safe swimming areas.
Maintains an awareness of, prevents, and reacts to life-threatening and potential bodily injury situations.
Patrols the beach on foot, warns beach patrons of dangerous conditions and situations.
Carries reserve rescue boards, oxygen resuscitators and first aid kits to and from the beach and in emergency response.
Treats beach and park patrons for minor first-aid injuries.
Depending upon the area of assignment, may be required to support:

Works as a rescue swimmer in the Intercoastal Waterway and connected canals
Works on water and food in the POD in post-storm emergencies
Clears storm debris on the beach and in Parks in post-storm recovery
Related tasks:

Monitors tide changes, water, and wind conditions and warns beach patrons of changes.
Informs beach patrons of various City ordinances and enforces compliance.
Responds to questions concerning ordinances and beach or ocean conditions.
Opens and closes lifeguard towers; ensures equipment is present and in good working order.
Assists with programs, classes, and special events.
Participates in morning workout and physical fitness exercises and rescue drills.
Performs related tasks as required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of:

Laws, ordinances, and policies related to emergency services in ocean rescue
Ocean rescue services practices and procedures.
Skilled in:
Observation and Surveillance.
Emergency Medical Response and CPR
Customer Service and Collaboration with Department and City-wide staff
Decision making in stressful situations.
Ability to:
Prepare clear and concise reports; ability to pass pre-employment and annual requalification tests, which consist of a 500-meter swim in 10 minutes or less, a beach run, and rescue scenarios.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates and the general public.
Minimum and Preferred Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalen
CPR Certification (American Red Cross CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer, American Heart Association CPR BLS Course “C” or National CPR Foundation CPR/AED)
First Aid Certification (American Red Cross First Aid, National CPR Foundation or American Heart Saver First Aid)
Lifeguard Training Certification (American Red Cross Lifeguarding, YMCA Lifeguard Training, or Previous Ocean lifeguarding experience)
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

American Safety and Health Institute Emergency Medical Response Certification or American Red Cross equivalent and Emergency Medical Technician.
Previous Ocean Lifeguard experience.