What are the responsibilities and job description for the LIFEGUARD I (SEASONAL) position at Department of Parks & Recreation?
LIFEGUARD I (SEASONAL) – SANTA CRUZ DISTRICT / PAJARO COAST SECTION / TWIN LAKES STATE BEACH
“Priority consideration will be given to any person receiving State public assistance under the CalWORKs program. Applicants who receive State public assistance need to identify their status as a CalWORKs recipient in the comments area on the application. Applicants must submit a verification of their CalWORKs eligibility status, which may include the most recent Notice of Action showing TANF eligibility or a copy of your last aid check stub. If verification is not submitted with the application, the application will not be processed. (Applicants may obtain verification from the CalWORKs program).”
The reporting location for this position is Twin Lakes State Beach. This position will work under the supervision of a State Park Peace Officer Supervisor (Lifeguard) or a permanent Lifeguard. The incumbent shall be in good physical strength and endurance and have the willingness to work weekends and holidays. This position may work up to 1500 hours within 12 consecutive months. This position is designated as not telework eligible.
Lifeguard I shall perform various unskilled tasks necessary to ensure that public health and safety standards are maintained including: Detect hazardous ocean conditions, rendering assistance to persons and vessels in distress in the water, reporting hazards, dispatching responsibilities, providing Emergency Medical Responder care, CPR, communicable diseases prevention. Operate Code 3-equipped vehicles and rescue equipment. Enforce State Park rules and provide public safety-first aid. Develops leadership qualities through Team Building and Empowerment to provide a safe, professional, high quality recreational opportunity for the park visitor. Promote workplace safety and follow established protocols. Communicate with supervisors and adhere to the district’s operations handbook and District Polices. Complete documentation such as patrol logs, rescue reports, timesheets, and equipment checklists. Manage tasks in line with the seasonal lifeguard expenditure plan. Assist with the repair and maintenance of lifeguard equipment and facilities. Resource Management and Recreation. Protect Park resources and ensure a high-quality visitor experience, Interpretation and Education. Provide educational programs and community outreach.
The selected candidate is required to submit to a background investigation process utilizing Live Scan fingerprinting prior to appointment.
This position requires a valid Class C driver’s license. You must answer the questions addressing your driver’s license on your application. Ensure you provide your driver’s license number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions on your application.
Per California Code of Regulations (CCR) 599.961, this is a sensitive position, and therefore subject to drug and alcohol testing. It should be noted that testing is not mandatory, but is allowed to be conducted only if and when there is a determination of reasonable suspicion as defined in CCR 599.962.
State housing is not available. For further information regarding this position, please contact Tyler Leamer, SPPOS at (831-212-3512) or at Tyler.Leamer@parks.ca.gov.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Working Conditions
Willingness to work long and irregular hours, weekends, and holidays; tact and diplomacy; dependability; maturity sufficient to assume the responsibility of protecting lives of others; willingness to conform to prescribed uniform standards. Availability in spring and fall weekends, and 4-5 days a week in the summer. Physical strength, endurance, and agility necessary to perform lifesaving activities; visual acuity and hearing in each ear sufficient to perform the essential functions of the job.
Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.- LIFEGUARD I (SEASONAL)
Additional Documents
- Job Application Package Checklist
- Duty Statement
Position Details
Department Information
The mission of California State Parks is to provide for the health, inspiration, and education of the people of California by helping to preserve the state's extraordinary biological diversity, protecting its most valued natural and cultural resources, and creating opportunities for high-quality outdoor recreation.
All employees are responsible for contributing to an inclusive, safe, and secure work environment that values diverse cultures, perspectives, and experiences, and is free from discrimination.
Department Website: http://www.parks.ca.gov
Special Requirements
- The position(s) require(s) a valid California Drivers License (CDL). You must answer the questions addressing your CDL on your application. Ensure you provide your CDL number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions.
- The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.
May require lifting, pushing, or pulling heavy equipment.
Participation in safety programs and adherence to safety protocols.
The incumbent shall be in good physical strength and endurance and have the willingness to work weekends and holidays.
Completion of the 1,000-yard ocean swim test (under 20 minutes) and competition of the 400-yard run swim run (under 10 minutes).
Full time availability during Summer. Memorial Day to Labor Day
Successful completion of the Department of Parks and Recreation seasonal lifeguard training program within one year of appointment.
Note: Listed testing and training dates may change or cancelled due to weather, scheduling or operational needs. In accordance with Government Code 19063-19063.8, any person admitted to the interview and who is receiving public assistance under the CalWORKs Program shall be given priority consideration. Equal opportunity to all regardless of sex, race, ancestry, disability, age or sexual orientation.
DO NOT include any confidential information to your application or supporting documents (i.e., Social Security Number, birthdate, marital status, medical information, examination results, method of eligibility, etc.)
Application Instructions
Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.
Final Filing Date: 3/3/2025Who May Apply
Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).
How To Apply
Address for Mailing Application Packages
You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
Required Application Package Documents
The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:
- Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
- Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.
Benefits
Contact Information
The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Department Website: http://www.parks.ca.gov
Hiring Unit Contact:
Tyler Leamer, SPPOS
(831) 212-3512
Tyler.Leamer@parks.ca.gov
Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.
EEO Contact:Sharon Comas - EEO Office
(916) 653-9990
sharon.comas@parks.ca.gov
California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.
Additional Instructions
Note: If you are applying for multiple positions, you must complete a STD. 678 for each position separately. Incomplete applications or applications received with multiple positions listed on one application will not be considered.
Employment History on the STD 678 must be complete and include dates, accurate hours per week, total time worked, duties and responsibilities, and contact names and phone numbers of supervisors. Failure to submit a completed STD 678 may result in you being screened out. Only the most qualified candidates will be invited to an interview.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.
It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.
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