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NEOGOV · 1 week ago

Lead Surf Rescue Specialist

Bay County, FL

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$48K/yr - $81K/yr

2+ years exp

NEOGOV is seeking a Lead Surf Rescue Specialist to oversee water safety operations at County public beaches. The role involves supervising surf rescue operations, managing lifeguard training, scheduling shifts, and ensuring compliance with safety protocols.

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Responsibilities

Assists the Parks & Rec Assist Div. Manager in managing the lifeguard program by coordinating and performing lifeguard training, certifications standards, and beach patrol functions

Assumes responsibility for various accounting duties and responsibilities including payroll, performance evaluations, conducts interviews, hiring and disciplinary actions

Schedules shifts and daily training activities, arranges coverages for unscheduled absences and events for lifeguards

Interfaces with the media on Lifeguard issues, serves as County interface with public officials

Serves as liaison for first responders with EMS, Beach Safety, and other responding agencies

Inventories, orders, and maintains necessary supply inventory and makes purchases as needed

Prepares, receives, processes and tracks all paperwork associated with the Lifeguard Program to ensure compliance with all County policies

Consults with Division Manager and other members of the management team to review operations/activities, review/resolve problems, receive advice/direction and provide recommendations

Researches, tests and maintains new safety equipment

Performs emergency medical responder (EMR) functions to the sick and injured until EMS arrives and assumes patient care, which includes patient assessment, vital signs, effective CPR, and other operations to treat sick or injured patients at the EMR level

Participates and supervises beach cleanliness and pier underwater inspections and clean-up

Inspects and maintains watercraft, trucks, and all-terrain vehicles to ensure proper working conditions for lifeguard use

Monitors changes in surf conditions

Educates the public about the flag warning system for rip currents or hazardous marine life

Cautions swimmers regarding unsafe areas or conditions

Performs professional open water rescues and assisting with distressed swimmers

Administers basic and advanced life support care and treatment of sick and injured persons

Assists in the maintenance needs at Bay County Parks, County Pier, Beach Recreational Facilities, and/or Beach Accesses when needed

Assists with the maintenance of the Beach Warning Flags system

Assists with Lifeguard division budget planning and monitoring

Completes a variety of required reports

The employer may add to or change duties at any time and as determined by the County and its leaders to best ensure that the public is served through the work of the Department

Performs other related duties as assigned

Qualification

USLA instructor certificationEmergency Medical Responder (EMR)CPR certificationLifeguard training techniquesWater safety knowledgeMS WordExcelOutlookInterpersonal skillsCommunication skillsDecision makingOrganizational skills

Required

Possess a high school diploma or the equivalent

Two (2) years' open-water experience which includes one (1) year supervisor experience

Must be 18 years of age or older

An equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides knowledge, skills and abilities of a supervisor

Possession of or ability to obtain and maintain a valid Florida driver license upon offer of employment with a driving record acceptable to the County Driving Policy and insurance program

Must be a certified USLA instructor and possess all required certifications needed to maintain the USLA instructor certification

Must meet the standards of the (USLA) United States Lifesaving Association's Open Water Lifeguard Training

Possession of an Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) Certificate

American Red Cross (CPR) Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation for Professional Rescuer or American Heart Association Health Care Provider certification

Must possess 40 hours of First Aid and Medical Safety Training from American Red Cross or another acceptable agency

Automated External Defibrillator (AED) certification

Swim test (500 meter/550 yards swim in under 10 minutes), physical, and drug screening

Must pass physical exam conducted by qualified MD or DO stating applicant is able to perform duties of an open water lifeguard on rescues

HIS/EMR Instructor Certification

Knowledge of training techniques of lifeguarding skills/competencies, with minimum of two years ocean/gulf lifeguarding

Knowledge of water safety rules, regulations, and County policies

Knowledge of equipment, supplies, and facilities used in lifesaving emergencies and parks maintenance

Knowledge of project management and organizational skills

Knowledge of cash handling and cash accounting procedures

Skilled in the application of lifeguarding surveillance and rescue techniques

Skilled in the use of a computer and a records management system

Proficient in MS Word, Excel, and Outlook

Ability to have excellent oral and written communication skills

Ability to work and maintain reliable full-time attendance

Ability to comprehend, speak, and read the English language

Ability to have and maintain good interpersonal and communication skills to deal with the public

Ability to effectively evaluate lifeguard trainee coursework

Ability to make sound decisions and react calmly in emergencies

Ability to meet and communicate safety concerns and deal tactfully with the general public and to express oneself effectively both orally and in writing

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other staff members, the general public and county officials

Ability to detect improper conduct or unsafe practices and report the condition to appropriate authority

Ability to prepare routine administrative paperwork

Ability to obtain Lifeguard Certification, CPR and emergency medical procedures