LIFEGUARD I (SEASONAL)

Between $20.69 and $22.97 Per Hour DOE (Depends on Experience)

LIFEGUARD I

(SEASONAL) Department of Parks & Recreation

Occupation:

Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers

Location:

Imperial Beach, CA - 91932 Positions available: 25 Job #: 19833141

Source:

CalJOBS

Posted:

12/31/2025

Updated:

02/26/2026

Expires:

04/09/2026

Web Site:

CalJOBS Onsite /

Remote:

Work onsite all of the time

Job Type:

Seasonal, Information Not Provided, Permanent Employment

Agency Job ID:

JC-503202

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LIFEGUARD I

(SEASONAL) - SAN

DIEGO COAST DISTRICT / TIJUANA ESTUARY SECTOR / SILVER STRAND 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 Lifeguard I (seasonal) reporting location is 5000 Hwy 75, Coronado, Ca. 92008. The seasonal Lifeguard I works under the immediate supervision of the State Park Peace Officer Supervisor (Lifeguard) and under the direction of the seasonal Lifeguard II, Lifeguard Permanent Intermittent (P.I.), or on-duty State Park Peace Officer. Seasonal Lifeguard duties include detecting and performing aquatic rescues on the beach assisting persons 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. Seasonal lifeguards 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 seasonal lifeguard may also operate the patrol truck, patrol vessel and personal watercraft. Peak season dates are May 1st through September 30th and seasonal Lifeguards are expected to work most weekends and holidays during this timeframe. This position may work up to 1500 hours within 12 consecutive months. This position is designated as not telework eligible. Schedules are written monthly, and hours vary based on operational need. 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 Daniel Hovorka at daniel.hovorka@parks.ca.gov. Per California Code of Regulations (CCR) 599.961, 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 599.962. 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.) To apply online click here. If submitting your completed Application Package by mail or hand delivery, you must include the Position # 549-938-0993-901 and the Job Control # 

JC-503202

 in the "Examination or Job Title for which you are applying" section on the STD. 678