Gulf Beach Senior Lifeguard - Full Time - 10864

Overview Oversee all beach rescue operations on gulf beaches and respond to all dispatch calls on the City of Corpus Christi Gulf Beaches ranging from drowning to trauma with injuries. Ensure all full time and seasonal beach rescue staff are trained and physically ready to respond to emergencies. The major objective is to keep beach goers safe through preventative and response actions while on the beach and swimming in the gulf. This position exists for public safety of beach goers. Responsibilities

• Survey the water and watch over beach goers
• Work off fire dispatch and respond to any medical emergencies on the gulf beaches
• Respond to calls including swimming, drowning, recovery, major medical calls, major trauma, and minor injury
• Lead seasonal staff during the summer beach season
• Assist the program manager or superintendent with interviewing, hiring, orientation, training, scheduling, disciplining, and other supervisory duties that pertain to seasonal employees
• Maintain a level of physical and strength fitness required by USLA
• Stay current with all required training, developing training programs for seasonal staff during the summer months
• Assist with special events by providing water safety, first aid, traffic control, and supplies
• Ensure all beach rescue equipment stays in top working conditions
• Drive jet skis and trucks with lights and sirens
• Ensure all equipment used on beach is cleaned and lubricated to ensure longer lasting life of the equipment Position Type and Typical Hours of Work
• Non-Exempt - Full-Time- 40 hours a week
• Must be available to work additional hours as needed
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays is a schedule requirement
• In the event of an emergency, employees are required to work to provide for the safety and well-being of the public, including the delivery and restoration of vital services The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job.

They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified in this position. This job description is subject to change as the needs and requirements of the job change. Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED
• Two (2) years of experience with at least one (1) year as an Open Water Lifeguard or one (1) year as a Lifeguard Supervisor or Instructor Licenses and Certifications Required
• A valid driver's license is required; successful out-of-state candidates must be able to obtain a valid Texas driver's license within 90 days of hiring
• Demonstrate ability to swim 500 meters (550 yards) over a measured course in ten minutes or less
• Demonstrate ability to successfully perform an open water rescue
• Demonstrate ability to perform rigorous physical duties of an open water lifeguard through test of stamina and strength Required within six (6) months of hire
• CPR/First Aid/AED certification Employment Testing Employment is contingent on passing any post-offer pre-employment screening as listed below:

Criminal Background Check:

Yes

Police Background Check:

No

Motor Vehicle Record Check:

Yes

Drug Screening:

Yes

Physical Exam:

Yes

Clearing House Query:

No Basis of Rating A recruitment consultant will evaluate all applications against the posted qualifications. The city may also conduct additional skill assessment tests, in addition to the panel interview Supplemental Information

• Any position that lists a minimum qualification for education level and/or license/certification will require the applicant to provide proof of documentation if selected for hire into the position with the City of Corpus Christi The City of Corpus Christi is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA).

If you require an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please request assistance from the Human Resources Department.