What are the responsibilities and job description for the Beach Rangers (53912) position at CITY OF COCOA BEACH?
GENERAL STATEMENT OF JOB
As needed and under direct supervision of the Cocoa Beach Police Department shift supervisor, patrols the beach and the beach access points to ensure the safety of the public as well as compliance to city ordinances and beach rules.
SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
• Performs patrols on-foot or in a four-wheeler acting as a liaison between the public and the Cocoa Beach Police Department;
• Assists the public by giving directions or general information;
• Patrols the beach for the purpose of ensuring the safety of the public by identifying any hazards, conditions or beachgoer behaviors that may pose a safety risk to the public;
• Interacts with the public to respond to inquiries or to inform the public of city ordinances and/or beach rules and seeks compliance when violations are found;
• Monitors beach access and beach parking areas;
• Seeks assistance from CBPD law enforcement officers when after issuance of a lawful order fails to gain compliance;
• Assists in the administration of city-approved special events;
• Maybe asked to work holidays, including religious holidays;
• Other tasks as assigned.
• Assists the public by giving directions or general information;
• Patrols the beach for the purpose of ensuring the safety of the public by identifying any hazards, conditions or beachgoer behaviors that may pose a safety risk to the public;
• Interacts with the public to respond to inquiries or to inform the public of city ordinances and/or beach rules and seeks compliance when violations are found;
• Monitors beach access and beach parking areas;
• Seeks assistance from CBPD law enforcement officers when after issuance of a lawful order fails to gain compliance;
• Assists in the administration of city-approved special events;
• Maybe asked to work holidays, including religious holidays;
• Other tasks as assigned.
Part-time $16.80 / hour weekends required - exposure to the outdoor elements
Qualifications:
MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE
Graduation from high school and any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required skills, knowledge and abilities.
Valid Florida Driver’s license, Class E, with a clean driving record. Weekend work is required.
Experience in dealing with the public; ability to communicate verbally in a calm, non-confrontational yet authoritative manner.
Salary : $17