Department of the Navy

OCEAN LIFEGUARD I, NF-3

Oceanside, California Full time

OCEAN LIFEGUARD I, NF-3

Department: Department of the Navy

Location(s): Oceanside, California

Salary Range: $22318.4 - $22807.2 Per Year

Job Summary: Marine Corps Community Services (MCCS) is looking for the best and brightest to join our Team! MCCS is a comprehensive program that supports and enhances the quality of life for Marines, their families, and others in the Marine Corps Community. We offer a team oriented environment comprised of military personnel, civilian employees, contractors and volunteers who keep the organization functioning smoothly and effectively.

Major Duties:

  • Protects patrons from hazardous conditions by ensuring rules and regulations are enforced. Performs water and land rescues up to the standard of training when a water emergency is taking place (e.g. drowning, medical or trauma in the water). Undertakes rescue operation in all climates and water conditions. Manages respiratory and cardiac emergencies to include performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), bag-valve-mask resuscitation, or automatic external defibrillation (AED). Uses and maintains care of emergency equipment such as specialized kits and bags, backboards, suction devices, splints, stretchers, oxygen delivery systems, and monitoring equipment. Controls external bleeding with direct pressure and treats shock. Splints and immobilizes fractures and dislocations for transport. Attempts to ascertain whether the patron has preexisting medical problems and to obtain critical medical information from the patron. Performs initial and on-going patron assessment and physical examination. Determines priority of patron care based on assessment findings. Takes, records, and monitors patron¿s baseline vital signs including temperature, blood pressure, and pulse. Assists patrons in taking emergency medications and interventions. Employs a variety of established emergency medical techniques, methods, and equipment to stabilize the patient for transport to the receiving facility. Assists intermediate life support, activates the Emergency Action Plan and summons advance medical personnel. Prepares appropriate and relevant patient care documentation and reports to ensure medical requirements are met and accurately reported. Conducts safety inspections of equipment. Ensures proper disposal of medical waste and potentially infectious materials. Performs the duty of an Incident command in the event of an emergency, prior to advance personal arriving on the scene. Completes appropriate accident reports. Removes hazardous materials from beach (i.e. floating debris, glass, etc.). Participates in joint training exercise with outside agencies. Participates in Mutual aid response as required. Provides a beach condition report. Marks swim and surf areas with a flag system. When appropriate, operates rescue vehicles (e.g. PWC rescue craft, patrol boats and automobiles). Performs light maintenance on lifeguard towers, equipment and vehicles. Provides World Class Customer Service with an emphasis on courtesy. Assists customers and communicates positively in a friendly manner. Takes action to solve problems quickly. Alerts the higher-level supervisor, or proper point of contact for help when problems arise. Adheres to safety regulations and standards. Promptly reports any observed workplace hazards, and any injury, occupational illness, and/or property damage resulting from workplace mishaps to the immediate supervisor. Adheres to established standards of actively supporting the principles of the EEO program and prevention of sexual harassment. Performs other related duties as assigned. This is a mixed position where the incumbent must be able to lift and carry objects up to 45lbs independently and objects over 45lbs with assistance is required, while performing normal duties in the area. May perform work that poses physical demands beyond normal requirements during rescue. Work may be performed in settings where exposure to moderate discomforts, high temperatures, and/or adverse weather conditions exist.

Qualifications: Ability to complete an ocean run swim run event (1/4 mile run, 500-meter swim, ¿ mile run). Ability to complete a 500-meter swim in less than 10 min in a controlled environment. Knowledge of the beach environment, marine life, and beach and water hazards is required. Proficient in surf lifesaving techniques and radio communications to perform a safe and efficient rescue operation. Must have the ability to obtain CPR for the Professional Rescuer and Emergency Response through the American Red Cross or equivalent. Perform skills required to maintain USLA rescue skills and agency certification. Individuals who are 18 years old, or older must be able to obtain and maintain a National Agency Check with Inquiries and State Criminal History Repository Check (CNACI) background checks OR may provide water safety instruction to children under 18 years of age as long as a parent or guardian is present during the period of instruction, or Line of Sight Supervision is provided by another employee with an adjudicated National Agency Check with Inquiries and State Criminal History Repository Check (CNACI).

How to Apply: All applications must be submitted online via the MCCS Careers website: Resumes/applications emailed or mailed will not be considered for this vacancy announcement. To be considered for employment, the application or resume must be submitted online by 11:59 PM (ET) on the closing date of the announcement. Note: To check the status of your application or return to a previous or incomplete application, log into your MCCS user account and review your application status. STEP 1 - College Transcript(s) or Education Certificate(s), (REQUIRED IF USING EDUCATION TO QUALIFY) A degree from an accredited college/university may be used to qualify for this position, or in combination with experience, as noted in the minimum qualification section of this announcement. If using education to qualify, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s), indicating degree conferred, or a copy of your degree as an attachment to your profile under My Job Applications https://careers.usmc-mccs.org/psc/hprd/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=1&JobOpeningId=75832&PostingSeq=1 to be considered. Applications received without appropriate documentation will be ineligible for consideration. STEP 2 - If prior military, upload a copy of your DD214 Member 4 Copy as an attachment to your profile under My Job Applications https://careers.usmc-mccs.org/psc/hprd/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=1&JobOpeningId=75832&PostingSeq=1. STEP 3 - Military Spousal Preference may be requested for positions NF-3 and below, Crafts and Trades (NA, NL, NS), and Child & Youth (CY) positions. Spouses must meet the minimum qualifications posted in the job announcement. Spouse preference eligibility begins 30 days before the reporting date to the new duty location. Spousal Preference applicants hired in a flexible position will not lose their spousal preference eligibility until converted or hired into a regular full-time or part-time position or is within a 60- day period of receiving new PCS Orders. Please see below to ensure your application includes the correct required documents to verify eligibility. Documents will need to be uploaded as an attachment(s) to your profile under My Job Applications https://careers.usmc-mccs.org/psc/hprd/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=1&JobOpeningId=75832&PostingSeq=1. Required Documents: 1. Furnish a copy of the PCS orders with reporting date to the new duty station and authorized move with spouse. If the spouse is not listed on the PCS orders, the spouse must provide documentation (i.e. marriage certificate, valid military ID, etc.) verifying marriage prior to PCS orders (must have been married to the military sponsor before relocation to the new duty station). 2. Submit a current application or resume. 3. For spouses with current or prior Federal service, submit a copy of the most recent performance appraisal rating and, if applicable, documentation of appointment eligibility. Selective Service Registration: If you are a male born after December 31, 1959 and are at least 18 years of age, government employment requires that you must register with the Selective Service System, unless you meet certain exemptions. You must be able to show proof of registration or your exemption, as part of the required suitability background investigation. NOTE: It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that information entered, uploaded, or submitted is received, legible and accurate. HR will not modify applications, resumes, or answers submitted by any applicant. To check the status of your application or to return to a previous or incomplete application, log into your MCCS user account and review your application status. VACANCIES MAY BE FILLED BY METHODS OTHER THAN THE MERIT STAFFING PROGRAM WHEN IT APPEARS THAT THE BEST QUALIFIED PERSON CAN BE OBTAINED FROM OTHER SOURCES.

Application Deadline: 2026-03-24