City of Pompano Beach, FL
Part Time Ocean Rescue Lifeguard
City of Pompano Beach, FL, Pompano Beach, Florida, us, 33072
Salary:
$20.36 Hourly Location :
Pompano Beach, FL Job Type:
Part time Job Number:
2025-PT37 Department:
Fire Division:
Ocean Rescue Opening Date:
08/07/2025 Closing Date:
Continuous
Position Summary Technical and responsible work patrolling the City beach to provide the safest possible conditions for beach patrons. Includes rescuing swimmers in distress, administering first aid and basic life support, providing on-scene emergency care and transport of patients, informing the public of City Ordinances, and general maintenance. Performs other duties as assigned. Typical Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent; higher education a plus, Valid Florida Driver's License, Nationally recognized lifeguard certification (American Red Cross, YMCA, United States Lifesaving Association), Significant verifiable ocean lifeguard experience or US Military Rescue Swimmer (e.g. USCG Rescue Swimmer) may be substituted for the lifeguard certificate. American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer or American Heart Association Health Care Provider, Previous Ocean Lifeguard experience preferred. Must pass required swim & rescue skills test, physical, and drug screening. Knowledge of water safety rules and regulations. Ability to establish rapport with the general public, fellow workers, and supervisors. Sedentary work to extreme labor-intensive work based on rescue situations. Physical abilities include swimming, running, walking, standing, sitting, carrying, bending, kneeling, crawling, reaching, pulling, pushing, climbing, lifting, hearing, talking, and seeing. Outside work under all weather conditions. Occupational hazards include possible exposure to communicable diseases, bites/stings from marine life.
Additional Information Work Days: Monday - Sunday including holidays (must be available annually for four of the following
holidays - Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, New Year's
Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, & Labor Day).
Must submit 10 days/month of availability, including two weekends
September - March Work Hours: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. (EST)
March - September and 8 a.m. - 7 p.m. (Daylight Savings Time)
Hours may vary; no more than 50 hours for every two-week pay period.
Job Status: ( ) Full time ( X ) Part time/temporary
Department/Number: Fire/EMS Ocean Rescue/2250 Pay Plan/Grade: 19S
Position is open until filled. The City of Pompano Beach welcomes everyone who would like to become a member of our team and who wants to "Do Good". The City does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, religion, genetic information, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, familial status, or other circumstances and characteristics protected by state or federal law. The City promotes diversity of culture, background, thought, and ideas. The City strives to make inclusion a part of everything we do and strives for a work environment that creates a sense of belonging for everyone. Need help applying?
Visit the for detailed instructions on how to complete and submit your application. 01
Do you have a nationally recognized lifeguard certification (American Red Cross, YMCA, U.S. Lifesaving Association)?
Yes No
02
Do you have an American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer or American Heart Association Health Care Provider?
Yes No
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$20.36 Hourly Location :
Pompano Beach, FL Job Type:
Part time Job Number:
2025-PT37 Department:
Fire Division:
Ocean Rescue Opening Date:
08/07/2025 Closing Date:
Continuous
Position Summary Technical and responsible work patrolling the City beach to provide the safest possible conditions for beach patrons. Includes rescuing swimmers in distress, administering first aid and basic life support, providing on-scene emergency care and transport of patients, informing the public of City Ordinances, and general maintenance. Performs other duties as assigned. Typical Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent; higher education a plus, Valid Florida Driver's License, Nationally recognized lifeguard certification (American Red Cross, YMCA, United States Lifesaving Association), Significant verifiable ocean lifeguard experience or US Military Rescue Swimmer (e.g. USCG Rescue Swimmer) may be substituted for the lifeguard certificate. American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer or American Heart Association Health Care Provider, Previous Ocean Lifeguard experience preferred. Must pass required swim & rescue skills test, physical, and drug screening. Knowledge of water safety rules and regulations. Ability to establish rapport with the general public, fellow workers, and supervisors. Sedentary work to extreme labor-intensive work based on rescue situations. Physical abilities include swimming, running, walking, standing, sitting, carrying, bending, kneeling, crawling, reaching, pulling, pushing, climbing, lifting, hearing, talking, and seeing. Outside work under all weather conditions. Occupational hazards include possible exposure to communicable diseases, bites/stings from marine life.
Additional Information Work Days: Monday - Sunday including holidays (must be available annually for four of the following
holidays - Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, New Year's
Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, & Labor Day).
Must submit 10 days/month of availability, including two weekends
September - March Work Hours: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. (EST)
March - September and 8 a.m. - 7 p.m. (Daylight Savings Time)
Hours may vary; no more than 50 hours for every two-week pay period.
Job Status: ( ) Full time ( X ) Part time/temporary
Department/Number: Fire/EMS Ocean Rescue/2250 Pay Plan/Grade: 19S
Position is open until filled. The City of Pompano Beach welcomes everyone who would like to become a member of our team and who wants to "Do Good". The City does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, religion, genetic information, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, familial status, or other circumstances and characteristics protected by state or federal law. The City promotes diversity of culture, background, thought, and ideas. The City strives to make inclusion a part of everything we do and strives for a work environment that creates a sense of belonging for everyone. Need help applying?
Visit the for detailed instructions on how to complete and submit your application. 01
Do you have a nationally recognized lifeguard certification (American Red Cross, YMCA, U.S. Lifesaving Association)?
Yes No
02
Do you have an American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer or American Heart Association Health Care Provider?
Yes No
Required Question recblid 8bithcb2mwl0zqcdca6xjjzunk3m7s