PT Ocean Rescue Lifeguard
Salary
$23.71 - $39.03 Hourly
Location
Ocean Rescue, 340 South Ocean Blvd (A1A), Delray Beach, FL 33483, FL
Job Type
Part-time
Job Number
02866
Department
Fire
Division
22-180 Ocean Rescue
Opening Date
05/26/2026
Closing Date
6/16/2026 4:00 PM Eastern
Job Description
Veterans preference applies
EEO Statement
The City of Delray Beach does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability, marital status, family status or sexual orientation in employment or the provision of services
Non-Smoking
The City of Delray Beach is a Non-Tobacco Workplace. The City will not consider applicants who have used tobacco or nicotine products for a period of at least three months prior to application for employment. The definition of "tobacco or nicotine products" includes but is not limited to, cigarettes, cigars, chewing tobacco, pipes, snuff, e-cigarettes and nicotine patches or gum.
Monitor, control and prevent situations hazardous to the health and safety of beach patrons through alert, responsive observations of the beach and the ocean. Execute rescue procedures promptly and efficiently when necessary. Provide resuscitative care when needed. Work is performed under general supervision.
Essential Job Duties
The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS OR REGISTRATIONS:
Knowledge of Basic Life Support procedures; lifesaving, resuscitative techniques and actions, along with beach operations.
Ability to care for patients with traumatic injuries in highly stressful situations. Ability to run and swim with strength and endurance. Ability to perform emergency medical procedures. Ability to direct recreational activities in the ocean environment. Ability to perform job functions in stressful situations. Skill in using Semi-Automatic Defibrillators in cardiac emergencies. Proficiency in performing CPR Professional Rescuer. Computer knowledge and skill.
The abilities expected of all employees include being able to respond to supervision, guidance and direction of superiors in a positive, receptive manner and in accordance with stated policies, be appropriately groomed and attired so as to present a professional image in accordance with the organizations mission, goals, and policies; report for work promptly and properly prepared at the time and place required by the assignment or orders; notify the appropriate supervisor of intended absences in accordance with stated rules; conform with standards and rules regarding use of accrued time; demonstrate a polite, helpful and courteous manner when engaged in any activity with the public; operate and care for equipment to manufacturers specifications and/or within the specified parameters; demonstrate an understanding, consideration, and respect of cultural, religious, and gender differences when interacting with the public and colleagues.
(A comparable amount of training, education or experience can be substituted for the minimum qualifications.)
Supplemental Information
Physical Demands/Work Environment:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk or hear, use hands to finger, handle, feel, or operate objects, tools, or controls, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to walk, run, swim, paddle, bend, climb and row. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 45 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus and hearing (without hearing aid). Work inside and outside daily under various weather conditions, heights up to 10 feet, hazardous marine life and can be exposed to infectious diseases and ultraviolet ration.
SELECTION GUIDELINES: Formal application, rating of education and experience; oral interview and reference check; job related tests might be required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement with the employer, and requirements of the job change.
Full-time employees of the City of Delray Beach are provided with a comprehensive benefits package that includes paid holidays, sick leave, vacation, health insurance, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, a defined pension plan, and much more. Benefit coverage varies by employee group.
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The City will not consider applicants who have used tobacco products for a period of at least three months prior to application for employment. The definition of "tobacco products" shall include, but is not limited to, cigarettes, e-cigarettes, cigars, chewing tobacco, pipes and snuff. Have you used any tobacco products for a period of at least three months prior to your application for employment?
02
Do you possess a valid Florida Drivers License with a good driving record? If you possess a Driver License from another state please acknowledge you must obtain a Florida one within 30 days of the hire date.
03
Please indicate your highest level of education: Please note, a copy of certificate / diploma MUST be uploaded and attached to the application for consideration.in order to be considered for the position, otherwise it will be rejected. NOEXCEPTIONS.
04
How many years of verifiable experience do you have working as an Ocean Rescue Lifeguard?
05
Please describe your verifiable experience in Ocean Rescue Lifeguarding. Include the company/organization name, dates of employment, and your essential duties. If you do not have experience in this area, please indicate N/A.
06
Do you possess a valid CPR for the professional rescuer? Please note, a copy of your valid CPR for the professional rescuer certification MUST be uploaded and attached to the application for consideration *Your application WILL BE REJECTED if you FAIL TO ATTACH the required documents
07
Do you possess a valid State of Florida State EMT Certification? Please note, a copy of your valid State of Florida State EMT Certification MUST be uploaded and attached to the application for consideration *Your application WILL BE REJECTED if you FAIL TO ATTACH the required documents
08
Please acknowledge that all the documents/certifications required and any additional documents/certifications applicable to you are attached and are FULLY READABLE. Please check your scanned documents/certifications before attaching to your application to make sure all the information on these documents/certifications is readable. Attachments that are not readable are going to be considered missing and application WILL BE REJECTED.
09
Please acknowledge that you must satisfactorily complete the Ocean Lifesaving qualification test, which consists of a swim and written test to move forward in the application process.
Required Question
Employer City of Delray Beach
Address 100 NW 1st Avenue
Delray Beach, Florida, 33444
Phone 561-243-7125