LIFEGUARD II (SEASONAL) Job at Department of Parks & Recreation, Orange County, VA

  • Department of Parks & Recreation
  • Orange County, VA

Job Description

Job Description and Duties

LIFEGUARD II (SEASONAL) – ORANGE COAST DISTRICT / SOUTH SECTOR / DOHENY 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 Doheny State Beach in Dana Point, CA. This position will work under the supervision of the Staff Parks and Recreation Specialist.

The Lifeguard II (LG II) duties include detecting and performing aquatic rescues on the beach, assisting person and vessels in distress, performing medical aides and resuscitation measures per DPR protocols and procedures, and preventing aquatic emergencies by making safety contacts and identifying hazards. The LG II may take incident command during aquatic emergencies, notify peace officers of observed criminal activity, notify supervisors of park incidents, prepare reports, contact visitors, communicate rules and regulations, and provide education and interpretation. The LG II will operate the patrol truck and rescue watercraft. The LG II must work effectively with the entire lifeguard, visitor services, and maintenance staff to carry out the Department’s mission, goals, and values.

The LG II is expected to be available to work full time during the peak-use period of Memorial Day to Labor Day. The LG II is expected to work most weekends and holidays during this timeframe. This position can work 189 days in a 12 consecutive month period or a maximum of 1500 hours within 12 consecutive months per California Code of Regulation . This position is designated as not telework eligible.

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.

State housing is not available. For further information regarding this position, please contact Robert Egan at (714) 292-6381 or at Robert Egan@parks.ca.gov .

Per California Code of Regulations (CCR) , 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 .

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Working Conditions

Work outdoors in various types of weather or work in unpleasant conditions.

Work environment may have moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, cold water and rocky beaches.

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.

Minimum of two seasons and currently employed as a Lifeguard I State of Cal.

Completion of the annual 1000-yard ocean swim test. Max time limit 20 minutes

Physical strength and endurance.

Possession of (1) a Department of Parks and Recreation First Responder certificate or equivalent and (2) a Department of Parks and Recreation Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), Red Cross Professional Rescuer or equivalent certificate. An approved Department of Health Emergency Technician certificate may be substituted for both the required certificates. Applicants who do not possess these certificates will be admitted to the examination but they must produce evidence of the certificates before they can be considered for an appointment. and Equivalent to three months of experience performing the duties of a lifeguard in other than swimming pools.

Visitor Safety and Protection, Leadership, Administration, and Maintenance.

For more information regarding the Lifeguard II classification visit the following link: 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.)

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Additional Instructions

If submitting your completed Application Package by mail or hand delivery, you  must include the Position # 549-927-0990-901and the Job Control #  JC-537186in the “Examination or Job Title for which you are applying” section on the STD. 678. 

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.

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 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.

Job Tags

Full time, Seasonal work, Remote work

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