San Diego State Lifeguards

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The San Diego Coast District – North Sector Lifeguard Service patrols over 13.2 miles of the Southern California Coastline and provides aquatic safety for approximately 7.4 million visitors by providing approximately 150,000 safety contacts, 2,500 rescues, and 1,600 medical aids each year.

Job Announcement

CALIFORNIA STATE PARKS LIFEGUARD I (SEASONAL)

STARTING PAY $14.91 PER HOUR

BEGIN A REWARDING & CHALLENGING CAREER!

Work as an ocean lifeguard for the California State Parks

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BE TRAINED IN:

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  • Advanced First Aid, CPR, AED
  • Open Water Lifesaving Techniques
  • Aquatic Search and Rescue Procedures

REQUIREMENTS:

  • Possession of a valid California Driver License with a good driving record at time of appointment.
  • Physical strength and endurance.
  • Willingness to work weekends and holidays.
  • Visual and hearing acuity necessary to detect and rescue a struggling victim in the water.

TO QUALIFY: Picture I.D. is REQUIRED on the day of the swim test. All minors shall have a parent or guardian PRESENT on the day of the swim test for swim test waiver signature. All applicants are required to complete the following:
 
  1. You must pass a COMPETITIVE swimming test at a listed location consisting of the following:
    • 1,000 yard open water swim. Time limit of 20 minutes.
    • A continuous 200 yard run, 400 yard swim, 200 yard run. Time limit of 10 minutes.
  2. Qualification appraisal interview.
  3. Successful completion of the California State Park Lifeguard Training Program.
  4. Successful completion of Field Training Program.

OCEAN TESTING DATES AND LOCATIONS:

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  • Half Moon Bay Saturday, March 2, 2013, 9:00AM
  • Refugio Saturday, March 2, 2013, 9:00AM
  • Huntington Saturday, March 2, 2013, 9:00AM
  • South Carlsbad March 2, 2013, 9:00AM
  • Rio Del Mar Saturday, March 9, 2013, 9:00AM
  • Oceano Dunes March 9, 2013, 9:00AM
  • Leo Carrillo Saturday, March 9, 2013, 9:00AM
  • San Clemente Saturday, March 9, 2013, 9:00AM
  • Silver Strand Sunday, March 10, 2013, 9:00AM
  • Crystal Cove Saturday, March 16, 2013, 9:00AM
  • Monterey Saturday, March 16, 2013, 9:00AM
  • Ventura Sunday, March 17, 2013, 9:00AM

2013 Ocean Lifeguard Training Dates at Huntington State Beach

The Lifeguard Training Program is 8 days / 80+ hours

•Ocean Session I: Saturdays/Sundays: May 11/12, 18/19, 25/26, June 1/2
•Ocean Session II: Thursday, June 13 – Thursday, June 20
•Ocean Session III: Saturday, June 22 – Saturday, June 29

Note: Listed training dates may change or be cancelled due to scheduling or operational needs.

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Want to Learn More? Watch our State Lifeguard Training video! Go to: www.parks.ca.gov/aquaticsafety



For more information and questions: 
(760) 392-0029



In accordance with Government Code 19063-19063.8, any person admitted to the interview and who is receiving public assistance under the CalWorks Program shall be given priority consideration. Equal opportunity to all regardless of sex, race, ancestry, disability, age or sexual orientation.