Bay County
Job Details
Grade:
B80-6
Job Class:
Supervisory
Work Comp:
9015
EEO Class/Code:
3/Technician
Tier Status:
2
This is a skilled and technical non-fire officer position within the firefighting and emergency medical series. This position is responsible for water safety of the County public beaches, supervising daily surf rescue operations, scheduling shifts, payroll duties, and training/certification of Surf Rescue employees. Work is performed under the general direction and supervision of the Beach & Surf Rescue Captain. The work schedule includes holidays, weekends, weekdays, and may include duty lengths in excess of twenty-four hours. This position involves the responsibility for safe operation of emergency apparatus and watercraft and responsibilities as the assisting in the administration of emergency scene operations.
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.
Qualifications
Possess a high school diploma or the equivalent; AND
Two (2) years’ open-water experience which includes one (1) year supervisor experience; AND
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.
Licenses and/or Certifications
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.
Employment will be contingent upon the applicant obtaining the below required certifications within one (1) month of hire as a condition of employment:
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 and Skills
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.
Physical Requirements / Environmental Conditions Work is primarily performed outdoors and requires some exposure to environmental changes (e.g., outdoor weather and or field conditions, warehouses, garages, etc.) or irate customers, extreme noise, odors, heights and or dust. The employee may be required to perform in high humidity and in elevated temperatures as well as limited access, enclosed spaces.
While performing the duties of this class, employees are regularly required to use written and oral communication skills; read and interpret data, information and documents; analyze and solve problems; use math and mathematical reasoning; observe and interpret situations; learn and apply new information or skills; and interact with County staff, other organizations and the public.
Work is often performed in emergency and stressful situations.
Individual is exposed to hearing alarms and hazards associated with fighting fires and rendering emergency medical assistance, including smoke, noxious odors, fumes, chemicals, liquid chemicals, solvents and oils.
This position requires some exposure or risk to physical health and or physical safety (e.g., exposure to environmentally hazardous material, heavy equipment, etc.). This position requires the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and includes completing and successfully passing medical evaluations and/or clearances.
Stooping, sitting, crouching, walking, pulling, lifting, grasping, hearing, seeing up close, seeing far away, kneeling, reaching, pulling, talking, standing, finger movement, repetitive motions, depth perception. Ability to lift and carry patients weighing in excess of 250 pounds, with assistance, without causing harm or aggravating injuries to the patient or themselves. Lifts people and equipment of 100+ pounds; extensive, or considerable standing/walking; Lifts positions, pushes and/or transfers patients; lifts supplies/equipment; manual dexterity and mobility; intermittent exertion when performing treatments.
Work Location Not Eligible for Remote Work - This position is assigned to a county worksite. Due to the non-portable nature of the essential functions of this position, this position is not eligible for telework.
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Grade:
B80-6
Job Class:
Supervisory
Work Comp:
9015
EEO Class/Code:
3/Technician
Tier Status:
2
This is a skilled and technical non-fire officer position within the firefighting and emergency medical series. This position is responsible for water safety of the County public beaches, supervising daily surf rescue operations, scheduling shifts, payroll duties, and training/certification of Surf Rescue employees. Work is performed under the general direction and supervision of the Beach & Surf Rescue Captain. The work schedule includes holidays, weekends, weekdays, and may include duty lengths in excess of twenty-four hours. This position involves the responsibility for safe operation of emergency apparatus and watercraft and responsibilities as the assisting in the administration of emergency scene operations.
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.
Qualifications
Possess a high school diploma or the equivalent; AND
Two (2) years’ open-water experience which includes one (1) year supervisor experience; AND
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.
Licenses and/or Certifications
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.
Employment will be contingent upon the applicant obtaining the below required certifications within one (1) month of hire as a condition of employment:
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 and Skills
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.
Physical Requirements / Environmental Conditions Work is primarily performed outdoors and requires some exposure to environmental changes (e.g., outdoor weather and or field conditions, warehouses, garages, etc.) or irate customers, extreme noise, odors, heights and or dust. The employee may be required to perform in high humidity and in elevated temperatures as well as limited access, enclosed spaces.
While performing the duties of this class, employees are regularly required to use written and oral communication skills; read and interpret data, information and documents; analyze and solve problems; use math and mathematical reasoning; observe and interpret situations; learn and apply new information or skills; and interact with County staff, other organizations and the public.
Work is often performed in emergency and stressful situations.
Individual is exposed to hearing alarms and hazards associated with fighting fires and rendering emergency medical assistance, including smoke, noxious odors, fumes, chemicals, liquid chemicals, solvents and oils.
This position requires some exposure or risk to physical health and or physical safety (e.g., exposure to environmentally hazardous material, heavy equipment, etc.). This position requires the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and includes completing and successfully passing medical evaluations and/or clearances.
Stooping, sitting, crouching, walking, pulling, lifting, grasping, hearing, seeing up close, seeing far away, kneeling, reaching, pulling, talking, standing, finger movement, repetitive motions, depth perception. Ability to lift and carry patients weighing in excess of 250 pounds, with assistance, without causing harm or aggravating injuries to the patient or themselves. Lifts people and equipment of 100+ pounds; extensive, or considerable standing/walking; Lifts positions, pushes and/or transfers patients; lifts supplies/equipment; manual dexterity and mobility; intermittent exertion when performing treatments.
Work Location Not Eligible for Remote Work - This position is assigned to a county worksite. Due to the non-portable nature of the essential functions of this position, this position is not eligible for telework.
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