WRS is hiring lifeguards in the greater Bullhead City Area to assist the WRS team and Public Safety departments at large, and are designed to assist public safety and emergency resources in the cities’ riverside beach and park areas. The Lifeguards will be considered for various on shore or patrol deckhand positions.

The on shore beach safety team will be responsible for the general safety of beach & park goers’ at the city’s Community Park area. The team will patrol the beach, grass, and launch ramp areas by foot, being an extra set of eyes and identifying Hazards, Emergencies, Disputes, unsafe behavior, and will work in coordinating the appropriate Emergency Response teams. They will also be able to identify emergency situations in the near and offshore areas and coordinate the appropriate water response.

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The Patrol Boat Deckhand will be responsible for assisting Public Safety boat operators in boating operations including; rescues, traffic stops, and public contacts. They will be working under the direct supervision of Police Dept. Personnel as well as WRS management.

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Lifeguards will Report to the Beach Operations Manager and may coordinate with the WRS team as well as other emergency and public safety teams. Lifeguards may provide Basic Medical Care until advanced medical care arrives, only within their certifying agencies’ Scope of Practice. The team will work to manage their respective areas during hours of high volume. All safety personnel will be responsible for effectively communicating with the public helping provide them with a welcoming and safe experience.
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Key Roles & Responsibilities
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• Patrol the beach, park, and launch ramp areas by foot

• Communicate effectively with the public and answer any questions they may have

• Identify key Hazard areas and mitigate risk according to best practices

• Quickly and effectively analyze emergency situations in the beach, park, and launch ramp areas and take appropriate course of action

• Effectively communicate directions and information via Radio Transmission

• Facilitate an emergency response when necessary

• Identify near-shore and offshore emergencies and activate an emergency water response

• Provide emergency medical care within the scope of practice until higher level EMS provider arrives at scene

• Assist Emergency Responders to manage the scene during an emergency situation

• Manage the launch ramp areas during an emergency and ensure Responders have access

• Manage the launch ramp area during key launch times or whenever a high volume of boaters

• Participate in training, classes and drills in emergency response and beach/park management
• Assist Patrol Boat Operators as a deckhand for emergency response & public contacts.

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Beach Safety Qualifications & Skills
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• Highschool Diploma or equivalent

• Current driver’s license

• At least 18 years of age at time of start date
• Ability to swim

• Beach or pool lifeguard cert is a plus

• CPR & First Aid Certification / EMR BLS / EMT certification (desirable)

• Generally in good physical condition and can stand and walk for long periods of time in extreme weather conditions\
• Boating experience is a plus

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Job Types: Part-time, Contract, Temporary

Pay: $13.00 - $17.00 per hour

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Weekend availability

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Lifeguard: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: Multiple Locations

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