II NECESSARY KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES The following generally describes the knowledge and ability required to enter the position and/or be learned within a short period of time in order to successfully perform the assigned duties: Requires knowledge of Ocean, weather, surf, beach, and environmental conditions; first aid practices, terminology, and techniques; cardiopulmonary resuscitation practices, terminology, and techniques; practices, terminology and techniques to operate general lifeguard and rescue equipment, such as radio equipment and paddleboards; municipal codes and ordinances regarding use of beaches and parks; applicable federal and state laws, including state boating laws. POSITION SUMMARY: The lifeguard captainis a seasonal position with the Town of Middletown responsible for supervising working lifeguards, leading and maintaining surveillance over a section of beach from an assigned station in the protection of life, and prevention of accidents; orders and performs aquatic and medical rescues; and performs other related work as required.