What are the responsibilities and job description for the Seasonal Lifeguard position at Nevada Division of State Parks?
Under the general supervision of a Lifeguard II/Head Lifeguard, seasonal Lifeguard I positions maintain visitor safety on assigned beach and waterfront areas, respond to emergency and rescue situations, provide visitor services, patrol beaches on foot to observe behaviors and report unsafe practices and hazards, and maintain a clean waterfront area. Incumbents utilize lifesaving techniques, equipment and watercraft, administer first aid and /or CPR and prepare incident reports. Lifeguards give directions and information, explain and enforce park rules and regulations, resolve disputes between park visitors and refer visitors to appropriate sources of information. They participate in training sessions, practice rescue techniques and lifesaving skills, refine water safety techniques and maintain watercraft and emergency medical and rescue equipment. Supervise and/or participate in waterfront maintenance, pick up trash and use hand tools to groom the beach and report clean-up problems.
Location of Positions: Sand Harbor State Park, P.O. Box 6116, Incline Village, NV 89452. Phone: 775-831-0494 E-mail: shsp@parks.nv.gov
Education and Experience: Current enrollment in high school or equivalent education and one year of general work and/or volunteer experience.
Special Requirement: Candidates must successfully pass a physical agility test. Candidates must possess and maintain a current Red Cross Lifeguarding Certificate at the time of appointment and for continuing employment.
Pursuant to NRS 284.4066, all positions in this series have been identified as affecting public safety. Persons offered employment in this series must submit to a pre-employment screening for controlled substances. Incumbents must possess excellent customer service skills.
Salary: Pay Grade 23 – Approximate Hourly Salary $18.88 Positions are seasonal full time and/or part-time. Hours and length of employment will vary by position but will not exceed 9 months
Job Type: Seasonal
Pay: From $18.88 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Holidays
- Weekends as needed
License/Certification:
- Lifeguard Training (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Incline Village, NV 89452 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $19