Requisition ID: 48255 Work Location: EMS VA Beach Blvd Pay Range: H.3044, $19.85 - $23.82 Starting Salary: Minimum of the Pay Range Work Schedule: Varies Part Time Hours/Wk: Job Open Date: 1/15/26 Application Deadline: 4/1/26 Job Duties: Home to more than 456,000 people, Virginia Beach is the largest city in the Commonwealth of Virginia and the 39th largest city in the United States. A dynamic community strengthened by a diverse mix of industry, attractions and people, Virginia Beach is recognized globally as one of the best places to live, work and do business. The Beach Lifeguard Supervisor will actively patrol the assigned beach areas and coordinate/oversee a team of lifeguards to ensure ocean and beach safety, high-quality proactive and reactive ocean rescue skills, preventative actions, and customer service functions. In addition to providing experienced ocean and beach surveillance, rescue, and EMS functions, the Beach Lifeguard Supervisor will work with the assigned captain to control resource allocations and coordinate activities in accordance with EMS plans and policy. The Supervisor will answer citizens' questions and concerns, provide patient care services according to protocol under general supervision, and competently perform related duties in accordance with United States Lifesaving Service Association's (USLA) best practices. The Beach Lifeguard Supervisor will actively patrol the assigned beach areas and coordinate/oversee a team of lifeguards to ensure ocean and beach safety, high-quality proactive and reactive ocean rescue skills, preventative actions, and customer service functions. In addition to providing experienced ocean and beach surveillance, rescue, and EMS functions, the Beach Lifeguard Supervisor will work with the assigned captain to control resource allocations and coordinate activities in accordance with EMS plans and policy. The Supervisor will answer citizens' questions and concerns, provide patient care services according to protocol under general supervision, and competently perform related duties in accordance with United States Lifesaving Service Association's (USLA) best practices. As a Beach Lifeguard Supervisor you will: Exercises tact, fitness, and good judgment in performance of duties and has comprehensive knowledge of the policies, procedures, and methods of proactive and reactive ocean safety, lifeguarding, EMS, and customer service. Monitors weather, surf, and ocean conditions within assigned area and makes adjustments to daily plan accordingly. Coordinates the daily activities of and monitors, trains, and mentors a team of lifeguards. Safely operates approved beach and ocean EMS vehicles and equipment and ensures their proper working condition. Comprehends the City and Department structure and ensures adherence to policies and procedures; demonstrates comprehensive understanding of the City's beach ordinances, laws and regulations, and communicates the same to lifeguards and the general public. Demonstrates comprehensive understanding of and skills in approved water rescue methods, ocean swimming, lifesaving, and EMS care. Maintains control and assumes command under stressful situations. Demonstrates ability to develop and maintain effective communications and relationships with all departments and agencies involved in the activities of the job. Maintains familiarity with the beach area assigned and understanding of the varying level of competency that beachgoers have with the ocean waters. Performs the duties necessary to promote the safety and welfare of the general public. Reacts quickly and calmly in dangerous and emergency situations. Uses independent judgment and discretion as necessary in the performance of routine and non- routine activities. Accurate in telecommunications and EMS radio equipment operations. Official City Job Description: https://virginia-beach-departments-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/city/job-descriptions-pay-plans/Beach-Lifeguard-Supervisor-03044.pdf Working Conditions: There is no working conditions statement for this position. Minimum Requirements: MINIMUMS: Must have a current and valid drivers license. Must have a High School diploma, or GED. Three (3) summers with documented experience in ocean lifeguarding. 1,000 hours of documented ocean lifeguarding experience. Current CPR certification meeting the standard of BLS Healthcare Provider. Current Virginia EMT certification. Completion of an EVOC program. Completion of a Virginia approved boating education safety course. Must successfully pass pre-employment endurance and USLA skills testing. Demonstrates an ability to swim 500 meters, without equipment that enhances buoyancy or propulsion, over a measured course in ten minutes or less. Possesses adequate vision, hearing acuity, physical ability, and stamina to perform the duties of an open water lifeguard as documented by a medical doctor, or the doctors designated physicians assistant or ARNP (advanced registered Nurse Practitioner. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: All employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. This position may require that incumbents wear and maintain appropriate personal protective equipment such as, but not limited to, steel toed shoes, hard hats, safety glasses, gloves, or other safety attire and equipment in designated areas of risk. Specific requirements will be determined and communicated by the employees supervisor based on position assigned. This is a safety sensitive position and is subject to mandatory drug testing. Positive drug test results may result in counseling and/or discipline, up to and including, termination. Additional specific requirements will be determined and communicated by the employees supervisor based on position assigned. Additional Requirements: DMV Transcript: Required CDL: Not Required DOT History: Not Required CPS Check: Not Required Physical: Not Required Respirator: Not Required Polygraph Review: Not Required Psychological Screening: Not Required Attachments Required: Please attach if you have the following: Current CPR certification meeting the standard of BLS Healthcare Provider. Current Virginia EMT certification. Boating education safety course certificate. Preferences: In addition to the minimum requirements, the ideal candidate for this position will have experience listed in the preferences below. Candidates with the preferred experience should ensure the information is provided in the application. * Experience in EMS • Released to general Supervision as an ALS provider in TEMS • Paramedic Certification • Schedule Flexibility Special Instructions: Note 1 of 5: Certifications may be electronically attached to this application. If not, they MUST be presented at the time of the Pre-employment endurance skills testing. Note 2 of 5: New candidates must successfully complete an endurance and brick swim test prior to employment consideration. Returning applicants from 2025 will be required to complete the 500-meter swim test (under 10 minute time limit). Water skills proficiency is as follows: • 500-meter swim (under 10 minute time limit) • Dive, retrieve, return (1 min. 40 sec. time limit) • Surface dive to a depth of 7-10 feet • Retrieve a 10 lb. brick & return to surface (10 lb. Brick must be held with both hands and face must stay above water) and swim back to starting point. "Swim tests will be held on - February 21, 22, 28/ March 7, 14, 15, 21, 28/ April 4, 11, 12/ May 9 is for returning VBEMS 2025 Lifeguards only. These swim test will be held at the Virginia Beach Recreational Center on Saturdays and Sundays. Saturday swim tests will be from 9am-11am and Sunday swim tests will be from 11am-1pm for those who are invited to test. THE TESTING IS BY INVITATION ONLY. Note 3 of 5: After successfully completing the skills testing a VERBAL INTERVIEW will take place (same day) Note 4 of 5: Be sure you are thorough in describing your skills and duties as you complete the work and volunteer experience section of your application Note 5 of 5: Applications for this position who wish to also be considered for other currently posted EMS position(s) are encouraged to do so but MUST COMPLETE the application specific for each position sought. This application is only for the indicated position and will not be used for or considered as an application or supporting documentation/information for any other position. Please complete the application in its entirety and include your resume if required by the posting. Your responses to any "Supplemental Questions", if attached to this requisition, must be supported by the information you provide on your application and/or resume; or otherwise demonstrated during the hiring process. You will not be able to access the details of this job ad once the closing date has passed. If you would like to retain this information, please take a screen shot or print using your browser's printing capability. V RS Contribution: All full-time employees are required to contribute 5% of annual salary toward their retirement account; in accordance with VRS retirement provisions. This will be handled through a pre-tax payroll deduction. Drug Free Workplace: The City of Virginia Beach maintains a drug free workplace.
