What are the responsibilities and job description for the SEASONAL BEACH LIFEGUARD position at Glynn County Government?
THIS IS A SEASONAL POSITION (May - September) ONLY AND IS NOT ELIGIBLE FOR BENEFITS. RETURNING POOL LIFEGUARDS PLEASE CONTACT OUR HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT FOR REINSTATEMENT.
Essential Duties:
- Monitors the safety and welfare of all beach patrons to prevent drowning and other accidents through constant patron surveillance of his/her assigned area and enforcement of recreational rules and regulations established by Glynn County.
- Supervises all areas of assigned beach facilities designated for swimming; ensures compliance with all applicable rules, regulations, laws, standards, policies and procedures.
- Monitors safety and welfare of swimmers and other individuals; ensures adherence to established safety guidelines; cautions swimmers regarding unsafe areas, conditions, or activities; initiates any actions necessary to correct deviations or violations.
- Identifies inappropriate actions by beach patrons; handles situations involving excessive noise, disruptive behavior, potential violence, or other problems; monitors crowd activities and contacts law enforcement as needed; takes appropriate disciplinary action to maintain a peaceful environment.
- Conducts and/or assists with water rescues of swimmers in danger of drowning; administers CPR/First Aid as needed; obtains emergency medical assistance when necessary.
- Coordinates medical/rescue activities with emergency medical personnel.
- Operates and maintains motorized and non-motorized equipment for transportation and rescue purposes.
- Equipment may include a motor vehicle, wave runner or jet ski, ATV, kayak, guard stand, rescue board, rescue tube, first aid supplies, hand tools, hand-held radio, and telephone.
- Reports all accidents or injuries; completes accident/incident reports and submits to supervisor.
- Prepare or complete various forms, reports, correspondence, supply requisitions, checklists, or other documents.
Review Full Job Description Here: Seasonal Beach Lifeguard
Minimum age 16 years of age. One (1) year of previous experience in lifeguard training, procedures, swimming, first aid, and CPR or any combination of education, training, and experience that provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job. Prior experience in lifeguarding preferred. High school diploma or GED, supplemented by vocational/technical training in lifeguard procedures, swimming, first aid, and CPR for the Professional Rescuer certification from the American Red Cross.
