What are the responsibilities and job description for the Beach Rescue Responder position at City of Panama City Beach?
This position is responsible for patrolling the public beach area to monitor the activities of swimmers, educate beach goers and to maintain the flag warning system on a roving vehicular patrol in an area designated by command staff. This position will also oversee the part time seasonal lifeguards. Work is performed under the primary direction of the Beach Rescue Division Director.
This position is subject to emergency call-in; works evening and weekends to ensure the Beach Rescue mission is completed.
In addition to the essential duties and responsibilities, other tasks may be assigned:
Assesses and monitors the prevailing surf conditions and changes in those conditions, communicates with command staff any appropriate changes to the beach safety flag, change the beach safety flag upon direction from command staff.
Educates the public about beach safety and the beach flag warning system for rip currents and hazardous marine life. Advises patrons, when necessary, of dangers and providing advice to best minimize risk.
Closely monitoring patrons on the beach on a roving vehicular patrol with particular attention to aquatic users; acts immediately and appropriately to secure safety of patrons in the event of emergency, carries out the rescue of any person(s) in difficulty or distress and informs command staff if and when back up is required.
Provides emergency care and first aid treatment as required until the arrival of emergency medical services, carries out dry-land and in-water missing person searches, and other safety interventions and preventative actions as required to prevent/treat death or injury, minimize risk, and maintain public safety.
Provides written reports of incidents and daily activity reports for beach statistics as requested by the Fire Chief and Beach Rescue Director and verbally notifying, as timely as possible, the Fire Chief or identified designee of any drowning, near drowning, or missing person.
Presents professional appearance and attitude at all times and maintains a high standard of customer service.
Enforces City Ordinances pertaining to the beach.
Maintains safety equipment and supplies.
Prepares and maintains appropriate activity reports.
Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assists Beach rescue Responder Supervisor as needed with seasonal/part time employees.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily; must follow safety guidelines provided by the City and department; and must be dependable. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE:
High school diploma or general education degree (GED); must be willing to attend additional training and educational programs provided as part of employment. Honorable Discharge from the United States Military (if applicable). Must have USLA Open Water Rescue certification and keep current.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Minimum age requirement is eighteen (18) years of age, must pass Beach Rescue Specialist training, submit to pre-employment drug screening, complete pre-employment background investigation, pass swim test – 500 meter/550 yard swim in under ten (10) minutes and complete mile run in the sand. Applicants are required to provide proof of current physical with application.
Must possess basic computer knowledge; ability to operate a motor vehicle in a safe and competent manner. Certified and skilled in first-aid, AED, CPR, and USLA Open Water rescue. Knowledgeable in areas of marine life, beach and surf conditions, related city codes and State laws.
Must possess valid Driver's License - driving record must be acceptable to the City insurance program. Applicants will be administered the general competency Civil Service examination.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
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. 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 regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl and swim. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
Some specific job duties that require one or more of the physical demands mentioned above are operating a motor vehicle, performing first aid on an injured person, pulling a distressed swimmer from rough surf conditions, raising and lowering surf warning flags, typing basic reports or correspondence, etc.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here 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 regularly exposed to outside weather conditions. The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; fumes or airborne particles and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; toxic or caustic chemicals; risk of electrical shock and risk of radiation. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Language Skills - Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and group situations. Ability to interact with the public in a tactful and polite manner.
Mathematical Skills - Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
Reasoning Ability - Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data; Designs workflows and procedures.
Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
Project Management - Develops project plans; Coordinates projects; Communicates changes and progress; Completes projects on time and budget; Manages project team activities.
Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others.
Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.
Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.
Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.
Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.
Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
Visionary Leadership - Displays passion and optimism; Inspires respect and trust; Mobilize others to fulfill the vision; Provides vision and inspiration to peers and subordinates.
Change Management - Develops workable implementation plans; Communicates changes effectively; Builds commitment and overcomes resistance; Prepares and supports those affected by change; Monitors transition and evaluates results.
Delegation - Delegates work assignments; Matches the responsibility to the person; Gives authority to work independently; Sets expectations and monitors delegated activities; Provides recognition for results.
Leadership - Exhibits confidence in self and others; Inspires and motivates others to perform well; effectively influences actions and opinions of others; Accepts feedback from others; Gives appropriate recognition to others.
Managing People - Includes staff in planning, decision-making, facilitating and process improvement; Takes responsibility for subordinates' activities; Makes self-available to staff; Provides regular performance feedback; Develops subordinates' skills and encourages growth; Solicits and applies customer feedback (internal and external); Fosters quality focus in others; Improves processes, products and services.; Continually works to improve supervisory skills.
Quality Management - Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
Diversity - Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; educate others on the value of diversity; promotes a harassment-free environment; Builds a diverse work force.
Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.
Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; supports organization's goals and values; Benefits organization through outside activities; Supports affirmative action and respects diversity.
Strategic Thinking - Develops strategies to achieve organizational goals; Understands organization's strengths & weaknesses; Analyzes market and competition; Identifies external threats and opportunities; Adapts strategy to changing conditions.
Judgment - Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions.
Motivation - Sets and achieves challenging goals; Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; Measures self against standard of excellence; Takes calculated risks to accomplish goals.
Planning/Organizing - Prioritize and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; Develops realistic action plans.
Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.
Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
Quantity - Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly.
Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals. Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
Initiative - Volunteers readily; Undertakes self-development activities; Seeks increased responsibilities; Takes independent actions and calculated risks; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; Asks for and offers help when needed.
Innovation - Displays original thinking and creativity; Meets challenges with resourcefulness; Generates suggestions for improving work; Develops innovative approaches and ideas; Presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others' attention.
This position is subject to emergency call-in; works evening and weekends to ensure the Beach Rescue mission is completed.
In addition to the essential duties and responsibilities, other tasks may be assigned:
Assesses and monitors the prevailing surf conditions and changes in those conditions, communicates with command staff any appropriate changes to the beach safety flag, change the beach safety flag upon direction from command staff.
Educates the public about beach safety and the beach flag warning system for rip currents and hazardous marine life. Advises patrons, when necessary, of dangers and providing advice to best minimize risk.
Closely monitoring patrons on the beach on a roving vehicular patrol with particular attention to aquatic users; acts immediately and appropriately to secure safety of patrons in the event of emergency, carries out the rescue of any person(s) in difficulty or distress and informs command staff if and when back up is required.
Provides emergency care and first aid treatment as required until the arrival of emergency medical services, carries out dry-land and in-water missing person searches, and other safety interventions and preventative actions as required to prevent/treat death or injury, minimize risk, and maintain public safety.
Provides written reports of incidents and daily activity reports for beach statistics as requested by the Fire Chief and Beach Rescue Director and verbally notifying, as timely as possible, the Fire Chief or identified designee of any drowning, near drowning, or missing person.
Presents professional appearance and attitude at all times and maintains a high standard of customer service.
Enforces City Ordinances pertaining to the beach.
Maintains safety equipment and supplies.
Prepares and maintains appropriate activity reports.
Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assists Beach rescue Responder Supervisor as needed with seasonal/part time employees.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily; must follow safety guidelines provided by the City and department; and must be dependable. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE:
High school diploma or general education degree (GED); must be willing to attend additional training and educational programs provided as part of employment. Honorable Discharge from the United States Military (if applicable). Must have USLA Open Water Rescue certification and keep current.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Minimum age requirement is eighteen (18) years of age, must pass Beach Rescue Specialist training, submit to pre-employment drug screening, complete pre-employment background investigation, pass swim test – 500 meter/550 yard swim in under ten (10) minutes and complete mile run in the sand. Applicants are required to provide proof of current physical with application.
Must possess basic computer knowledge; ability to operate a motor vehicle in a safe and competent manner. Certified and skilled in first-aid, AED, CPR, and USLA Open Water rescue. Knowledgeable in areas of marine life, beach and surf conditions, related city codes and State laws.
Must possess valid Driver's License - driving record must be acceptable to the City insurance program. Applicants will be administered the general competency Civil Service examination.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
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. 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 regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl and swim. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
Some specific job duties that require one or more of the physical demands mentioned above are operating a motor vehicle, performing first aid on an injured person, pulling a distressed swimmer from rough surf conditions, raising and lowering surf warning flags, typing basic reports or correspondence, etc.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here 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 regularly exposed to outside weather conditions. The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; fumes or airborne particles and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; toxic or caustic chemicals; risk of electrical shock and risk of radiation. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Language Skills - Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and group situations. Ability to interact with the public in a tactful and polite manner.
Mathematical Skills - Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
Reasoning Ability - Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data; Designs workflows and procedures.
Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
Project Management - Develops project plans; Coordinates projects; Communicates changes and progress; Completes projects on time and budget; Manages project team activities.
Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others.
Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.
Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.
Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.
Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.
Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
Visionary Leadership - Displays passion and optimism; Inspires respect and trust; Mobilize others to fulfill the vision; Provides vision and inspiration to peers and subordinates.
Change Management - Develops workable implementation plans; Communicates changes effectively; Builds commitment and overcomes resistance; Prepares and supports those affected by change; Monitors transition and evaluates results.
Delegation - Delegates work assignments; Matches the responsibility to the person; Gives authority to work independently; Sets expectations and monitors delegated activities; Provides recognition for results.
Leadership - Exhibits confidence in self and others; Inspires and motivates others to perform well; effectively influences actions and opinions of others; Accepts feedback from others; Gives appropriate recognition to others.
Managing People - Includes staff in planning, decision-making, facilitating and process improvement; Takes responsibility for subordinates' activities; Makes self-available to staff; Provides regular performance feedback; Develops subordinates' skills and encourages growth; Solicits and applies customer feedback (internal and external); Fosters quality focus in others; Improves processes, products and services.; Continually works to improve supervisory skills.
Quality Management - Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
Diversity - Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; educate others on the value of diversity; promotes a harassment-free environment; Builds a diverse work force.
Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.
Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; supports organization's goals and values; Benefits organization through outside activities; Supports affirmative action and respects diversity.
Strategic Thinking - Develops strategies to achieve organizational goals; Understands organization's strengths & weaknesses; Analyzes market and competition; Identifies external threats and opportunities; Adapts strategy to changing conditions.
Judgment - Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions.
Motivation - Sets and achieves challenging goals; Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; Measures self against standard of excellence; Takes calculated risks to accomplish goals.
Planning/Organizing - Prioritize and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; Develops realistic action plans.
Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.
Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
Quantity - Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly.
Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals. Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
Initiative - Volunteers readily; Undertakes self-development activities; Seeks increased responsibilities; Takes independent actions and calculated risks; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; Asks for and offers help when needed.
Innovation - Displays original thinking and creativity; Meets challenges with resourcefulness; Generates suggestions for improving work; Develops innovative approaches and ideas; Presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others' attention.
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