What are the responsibilities and job description for the Beach Lifeguard Trainee position at City of Coronado, California?
The City of Coronado is Accepting Applications for
Beach Lifeguard Trainee
This is a part-time, seasonal (not to exceed 1,000 hours in a fiscal year) position that does not include benefits.
The City of Coronado is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Beach Lifeguard Trainee. This position assists Beach Lifeguards with patrolling public beaches and performing water rescues; monitors public beaches for hazardous or unsafe conditions; responds to questions and inquiries from the public; and attends classes in the San Diego Regional Lifeguard Academy.
The Beach Lifeguard Trainee class is designed to prepare and evaluate the necessary skills and techniques needed to become a Beach Lifeguard.
Advancement to the Beach Lifeguard position is contingent upon successful performance and graduation from the San Diego Regional Lifeguard Academy, and obtaining and maintaining all the certifications and licenses required by the Beach Lifeguard classification.
Class specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by employees in the class. Specifications are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.
The following tasks are typical for positions in this classification. Any single position may not perform all of these tasks and/or may perform similar related tasks not listed here.
- Attend the San Diego Regional Lifeguard Academy and applicable City Beach Lifeguard trainings and orientation.
- Assist and learn to observe swimmers from lifeguard towers or patrol vehicles; to respond to various emergencies including boat, rock and water rescues; to administer first aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
- Assist and learn to patrol public beaches and warn swimmers of dangerous surf or other hazardous beach conditions; to enforce laws, codes and ordinances governing beach safety; to post warning signs indicating hazardous conditions.
- Assist and learn to operate and maintain lifeguarding and rescue equipment, vehicles and portable towers; to check oxygen tanks, first aid kits and rescue tubes; to perform preventive maintenance and repairs.
- Respond to questions and inquiries from the public regarding beach regulations.
- Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.
Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Experience:
No formal ocean lifeguarding experience required. Participation in a junior lifeguard program is highly desirable; or equivalent experience that would demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities to best prepare a candidate for the position.
Education/Training:
Successful completion and graduation from the San Diego Regional Lifeguard Academy is required within three (3) months of appointment.
* If selected for this position, upon successful completion and graduation of the San Diego Regional Lifeguard Academy, employees are eligible to be reimbursed the cost of attending the academy. Proof of completion will be required prior to reimbursement.
Licenses and Certificates:
- Possession of or the ability to obtain an appropriate, valid CPR for the Professional Rescuer certificate.
- Possession of or the ability to obtain an appropriate, valid American Red Cross Emergency Medical Response certificate.
Minimum Age Requirement:
- Must be at least 16 years old by the date of hire.
Knowledge of:
- Methods and techniques of first aid and CPR.
- General practices for operating lifeguard and rescue equipment
- Principles and practices of beach lifeguarding and water safety.
Ability to:
- Attend all scheduled Lifeguard Academy classes
- Learn water safety, rescue, CPR, and first aid techniques
- Assist with performing emergency water rescues
- Respond to requests and inquiries from the general public
- Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
- Understand and carry out oral and written instructions
- Establish and maintain effective relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Examination Process (REVISED):
Applicants will be evaluated based on relevant training and experience. Qualified candidates will be contacted and invited to participate in a testing process consisting of a 500-meter swim in under ten minutes (pass/fail), 1-mile run test (pass/fail) in eight minutes or less and an oral interview (pass/fail - must score 70% or higher to pass). Candidates must pass each section to move on to the next portion of the testing.
Applicants will be evaluated based on relevant training and experience. Qualified candidates will be contacted and invited to participate in a testing process consisting of a 500-meter swim in under ten minutes (pass/fail), 1-mile run test (pass/fail) in eight minutes or less and an oral interview (pass/fail - must score 70% or higher to pass). Candidates must pass each section to move on to the next portion of the testing.
Tryout dates:
January 4, 2025January 29, 2025
April 2, 2025
May 7, 2025*Please note these dates are tentative and subject to change as needed.
Tryouts will be held at the Coronado Aquatics Center - Community Pool located at 1845 Way, Coronado, CA 92118.
All appointments are subject to a successful completion of a background check, and pre-employment physical examination which includes a drug screening. The City of Coronado participates in E-verify; all new employees are required to submit verification of their legal right to work in the United States.
The City of Coronado is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). Minorities, women, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Individuals with disabilities who will require reasonable accommodation to participate in any portion of the application, interview, and/or testing process may voluntarily request the accommodation from the City five working days before the requested accommodation. Documentation of the need for the accommodation may be required upon receipt of the request.
NOTE: The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract and any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.
The physical demands herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential job functions.
Productivity: Incumbents must perform work in an efficient, effective, and timely manner.
Mobility: Incumbents are required to participate in assigned lifeguarding activities which may include swimming, light to moderate lifting; standing, walking or running for prolonged periods of time.
Vision: Vision sufficient to distinguish objects at a distance of no less than 100 yards and distinguish color.
Environment: Incumbents are required to work at a public beach and are exposed to inclement weather conditions often with insufficient protection from the sun; work in ocean water.
Other Factors: Incumbents may be required to work extended hours including evenings and weekends.
Salary : $17
