Job Description
Tryouts start in March! Schedule yours today : https://destateparks.com/beachpatrol
Delaware State Beach Patrol Ocean Rescue Lifeguards are responsible for ensuring the safety of beachgoers at Delaware State Parks’ four beaches: Cape Henlopen State Park, Delaware Seashore State Park – Tower Rd & South Inlet Day Area, and Fenwick Island State Park. Full-time from Memorial Day through Labor Day. Guards will be paid throughout all training and competitions with ample opportunities to gain new skills, build professional networks and leadership experience, and increase pay grade. In the day to day, our guards are responsible for:
- Evaluating environmental conditions on the beach/ocean and advising beachgoers of safety hazards
- Surveying the ocean and beaches for dangerous conditions or behaviors
- Administering basic or advanced first aid and responding to emergency situation
- Continued fitness training to remain in peak physical shape
Pay & Perks
- Base pay range (commensurate with tenure and experience): $16.25 – $22.50/hr
- Additional pay incentives for advanced certifications provided by DSBP or fluency in a 2nd language
- Retention bonus & referral bonus
- Housing available (age 18+)
- Nationally recognized professional certifications and training in emergency response, lifesaving, SCUBA and more
- Paid training and competitions
Basic Qualifications
- Successful completion of tryout
- Passionate about personal physical fitness & service to others
- Team-oriented, collaborative
- Willingness to learn & lead emergency situations
- Age 16+ by May 25, 2022
Learn more and register for your tryout here: destateparks.com/beachpatrol
Job Types: Full-time, Temporary
Pay: $16.25 - $22.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Relocation assistance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Weekend availability
Supplemental pay types:
Work Location: In person