Senior Beach Lifeguard

Salary : $49,956.00 - $66,936.00 Annually
Location : City of Oceanside, CA
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 24-102
Department: Fire
Opening Date: 02/15/2024
Closing Date: 3/15/2024 4:00 PM Pacific
Introduction
THE CITY OF OCEANSIDE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
EMT Certification Pay - 8.5% of base pay
The City of Oceanside is currently hiring for Senior Beach Lifeguard. There are currently two full time positions available.
Examples of Duties
A Senior Beach Lifeguard safeguards an assigned area of the beach, pier, and/or ocean; performs preventative actions such as giving safety warnings and monitoring for safety hazards; performs safety interventions and effects rescues in surf, open ocean, river/streams, municipal piers, harbor and boating areas and roadways; issue safety advisories and warnings to general public; educate public on safety issues related to beach and ocean environments; responds to requests for information from the general public; prepares reports and statistical data of daily activities; administers first aid and CPR when necessary; enforces rules and regulations pertaining to the beaches and the pier; operate and maintain lifeguarding and specialized rescue equipment, vehicles and watercraft; check oxygen tanks, first aid kits and rescue tubes; perform preventive maintenance and repairs; utilizes proper resources to ensure personal and public safety; participates in and assumes control of all rescue, first aid and aquatic emergencies until relieved by a supervisor; assists in briefing subordinate personnel concerning conditions; performs other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Knowledge of:

• Advanced operations, services and activities of a professional Beach Lifeguard service.
• Boat rescue operations
• Knowledge of principles and practices of modern lifesaving techniques, small boat safety, and operations of equipment and apparatus used
• Knowledge of Emergency Medical Technician practices and procedures including specialized first aid techniques
• Knowledge of basic law enforcement policies and procedures and Municipal Ordinance Codes and their application to the assigned area
• Approved lifesaving methods for water safety and rescue of swimmers.
• Appropriate placement of safety equipment and its usage.
• Public relations principles.

Ability to:

• Swim with endurance and proficiency at a level necessary to perform assigned duties.
• Immediately evaluate emergency situations and act decisively and effectively in response to the situation.
• Maintain composure in emergency situations.
• Operate and maintain lifeguard and emergency rescue equipment in an efficient manner.
• Administer cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) according to prescribed methods.
• Understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
• Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Swim in adverse weather and surf conditions for extended periods of time and perform ocean rescues under said conditions.
• Size up emergencies and adopt effective courses of action and to assist in directing such activities until relieved by a supervisor.
• Enforce various rules, regulations, codes, and laws as pertain to marine safety operations.
• Maintain excellent public relations.
• Safely operate an emergency rescue vehicle.
• Work a flexible schedule including weekends, holidays, early morning, and evening hours.
• Jump from piers, jetties, and moving vessels.

Experience and Training
Experience: 1,000 hours worked in employment as a Beach Lifeguard.
Training: A high school diploma or equivalent, supplemented by specialized training in open water lifeguarding.
License/Certificates:

• A current, or ability to obtain and maintain, a valid California Driver's License,
• Possession of a valid Emergency Medical Technician certificate,
• Possession of an appropriate, valid C.P.R certificate,
• United States Lifesaving Association (USLA) Introduction to Open Water Certificate.

Must obtain within 18 months from date of Hire:

• Personal Watercraft Rescue Operator certificate,
• Basic SCUBA certificate,
• Swiftwater Rescue Technician certificate,
• PC 832 certificate,

As a condition of employment,the incumbent must obtain a Personal Watercraft Rescue Operator certificate, Basic SCUBA certificate, Swiftwater Rescue Technician certificate, and PC 832 certificate within eighteen (18) months from the date of hire.
Internal candidates: Failing to obtain a Personal Watercraft Rescue Operator certificate, Basic SCUBA certificate, Swiftwater Rescue Technician certificate, and PC 832 certificate, within eighteen (18) months from the date of hire will be reverted to their previous classification, if applicable.
Performance Test: The Performance Test is scheduled for Saturday, March 23, 2024. It will consist of a 600 yard swim test (10 minutes or less), and an ocean swim test consisting of a run-swim-run (1/2 mile run, 800-meter swim, 1/2 mile run) in less than 27 minutes. Failure to complete the event within the prescribed time will result in disqualification.
Oral Board Examination: The Oral Board Examination is tentatively scheduled for March 27, 2024 and will consist of structured questions from a panel of subject matter experts.
Exam dates are posted as a courtesy only and are subject to change. Candidates will be notified of their scores and eligibility after the completion of the testing process. Candidates who successfully complete the examination process will be placed on the Eligibility List which will remain valid for six months.
Working Conditions and Selection Process
Environmental Conditions: Incumbents are required to work at a public beach and in ocean water and are exposed to inclement weather conditions often with insufficient protection from the sun; moving mechanical parts, cold, heat, electrical hazards, dusts, blood, bodily fluids, contaminated water, extreme temperatures for prolonged time periods, intense noise, workspace restrictions, aggressive and/or noncompliant members of the public and potentially violent situations.
Physical Conditions: Maintaining physical condition necessary for swimming, sitting, kneeling, bending, and standing for prolonged periods of time; speaking and hearing to exchange information; visual acuity to assess variety of situations and respond to those situations; read and interpret information. Incumbents may be required to work extended hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Selection Process: All properly completed applications and supplemental questionnaires will be reviewed and the most appropriately qualified individuals will be invited to continue in the selection process. Failure to provide all required application materials will result in disqualification to continue in the selection process. The process may include any combination of a written examination, skills assessment, and/or an oral board interview to assess job-related experience and skills. Candidates who successfully complete the selection process will be placed on an eligible list that will remain valid for a minimum of six months.
CITY OF OCEANSIDE
Oceanside Marine Safety Employees' Association
Benefit Summary
The following is a highlight of benefits:
Retirement
Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS)

• Employees hired after January 1, 2013 are subject to the State laws of the California Public Employees Pension Reform Act of 2013 (PEPRA) in regard to retirement benefits. Each individual's benefits may differ. Consult with Employee Benefits for further details.
• Third Level 1959 Survivor Credit
• Survivor Continuation option

Additional Retirement Credit Purchase Options

• Buy additional Service Retirement Credit
• Service Credit for unused Sick Leave
• Buy additional Military Service Credit

Health Insurance
Medical:

• Kaiser HMO
• Blue Shield HMO
• Blue Shield PPO

Dental:

• Delta Preferred Option (DPO)
• Delta Care USA (DHMO)

Vision:

• Vision Service Plan (VSP)

Pre-Tax Benefits
Health benefits are offered on a pre-tax basis and employees cannot add or delete coverage or benefits unless a qualifying event has occurred.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
The Anthem EAP is paid for by the City.

• Available to all members of your household
• 6 free confidential counseling visits per incident
• Self-service support online or by phone

Disability and Life Insurances
The STD/LTD/LIFE and AD&D Principal Financial Group premiums are paid for by City.
Short-Term Disability (STD) Insurance:

• First 90 days - benefits paid at 55% of weekly salary to a maximum weekly benefit of $700 for non-work related disability only
• Seven day waiting period unless hospitalized
• All sick leave must be exhausted before STD is used

Long-Term Disability Insurance:

• After 90 days - benefits paid at 66.7% of monthly salary to a maximum monthly benefit of $6,000 for any disability

Life and AD&D Insurance:

• 1 times annual base salary; minimum of
  $30,000 and maximum of $200,000 of Basic Life and AD&D

Voluntary Benefits
Benefits are employee paid
Supplemental Life Insurance through Voya:

• Premiums are determined by age
• Purchased up to a maximum $500,000 for employees
• Spousal coverage up to half the employee amount
• Dependent coverage up to $10,000

Flexible Spending Accounts through BCC:

• Utilizes a debit card as a form of payment
• Health Care Spending Account - maximum annual deferral is $2,750
• Dependent Care Spending Account - maximum annual deferral is $5,000

Deferred Compensation - 457 and Roth IRA through ICMA:

• 457 - Maximum annual pre-taxed amount is $20,500 for 2022; over age 50 may contribute an additional $6,500
• Roth IRA - Maximum post-taxed amount is $6,000; over age 50 may contribute an additional $1,000

Hyatt Legal

• Telephone and office consultations are avialable for an unlimited number fo personal legal matters with an attorney of your choice.

GotZoom Student Loan Relief

• Provides a no-obligation benefit analysis for federal student loans to identify, maximize and enroll employees into Federal Loan Repayment and Forgiveness Programs.

ScholarShare 529

• An easy to manage plan that helps make the most of your or a designated beneficiary's college savings with tax benefits.

Leave Benefits
Vacation:
All accruals are based on 80 hours in a paid status
1 - 5 years: 3.58 hours
6 - 10 years: 5.12 hours
11 - 15 years: 6.65 hours
16 + years: 8.19 hours
Maximum accrual:

• 360 hours for those hired before 7/1/94
• 300 hours for those hired 7/1/94 or after

Holidays:

• Any statewide election day
• New Years' Day
• Martin Luther King Jr. Day
• Lincoln's Birthday
• The third Monday in February (in lieu of Washington's Birthday)
• The last Monday in May (in lieu of Memorial Day)
• Independence Day
• Labor Day
• September 9, knows as CA Admission Day
• The second Monday in October (in lieu of Columbus Day)
• Veterans' Day
• Thanksgiving Day
• Friday after Thanksgiving Day
• Christmas Day

Sick Leave:

• 12 days per year

Max accrual: Unlimited
Accrued Sick Leave Contribution to Trust Account:
Each calendar year an employee may elect to transfer 25% of sick leave to the Trust account provided such employee has used 32 hours or less of sick leave during the calendar year.
Bereavement Leave:

• Three days for death of employee's immediate family member
• Two additional days may be charged to sick leave upon approval

Tuition Reimbursement
Up to $2,000 per fiscal year
Bilingual & Notary

• $1.73 per hour for bilingual pay
• $ .58 per hour for notary pay

EMT Pay
Unit members possing a valid Emergency Medical Technician certification will be entitled to EMT certification pay in the amount of 7 % of the base hourly rate.
Effective July 2023 EMT certification pay will increase to 8.5% of base hourly rates.
Uniforms

• Annual uniform allowance of $700

Dive Pay
Dive pay will be equal to double the current hourly rate. Dive pay applies only to actual time in the water utilizing scuba equipment.
Term of Compensation Plan
Effective July 1, 2022 - June 30, 2024
This is a summary of available benefits. It is not intended to provide full details of all programs. The appropriate Memorandum of Understanding, Compensation Plan and/or Benefit Plan Documents will govern any discrepancies and provide program specifics.
01
Have you worked 1,000 hours as a Beach Lifeguard?

• Yes
• No

02
Do you possess a high school diploma or equivalent, supplemented by specialized training in open water lifeguarding?

• Yes
• No

03
Do you possess a valid California Driver's License? (if yes, attach a copy of your license).

• Yes
• No

04
Which Emergency Medical Technician certification do you possess?Please attach...