DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:  Under general supervision, an incumbent performs routine work in connection with the use of a municipality’s beaches.  The primary functions of this position are checking for beach passes, and monitoring lifeguard on-the-job performance. Beach Monitors are also responsible for monitoring and/or maintaining the safety and cleanliness of the facility, and for reporting to the proper authority regarding usage, tag numbers, and other relevant information. Performs related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES:   (Illustrative Only)

• Checks beach users at the entrance of a beach for beach tags;
• Monitors and maintains the safety and cleanliness of the facilities daily;
• Reads the “Beach Safety Plan” and ensures compliance with all rules and regulations;
• Reports to the District Clerk or other designated Town official or employee regarding any deficiencies in maintenance, equipment or facilities;
• Submits bi-weekly reports regarding beach usage and tag numbers to the District Clerk or as otherwise directed;
• Monitors and spot checks lifeguards and records observations on duties checklist;
• Performs a variety of related activities as required.

Typical Work Activities are intended only as illustrations of possible types of work that might be appropriately assigned to an incumbent of this title. Work activities that do not appear above are not excluded as appropriate work assignments, as long as they can be reasonably understood to be within the logical limits of the job.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS:  Ability to deal calmly and effectively with the public and to secure cooperation and order; ability to give and enforce simple instructions; ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; ability to keep simple records; ability to perform light manual labor; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships; good observation; mental alertness.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

None are required.

LAKE PATROL OFFICER

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: This is primarily routine lake/beach patrol work, which also involves the responsible supervision of a number of summer personnel including lifeguards. Work is performed under general direction of the appointing authority. Performs related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES: (Illustrative only)

• Patrols lake area by boat to check that all boats on the lake have valid licenses;
• Supervises lifeguards in the monitoring of swim area;
• Supervises summer personnel in the performance of their duties;
• Enforces safety rules and regulations;
• Inspects beaches for cleanliness;
• Directs beach and park maintenance and cleaning activities;
• Maintains records and prepares reports;
• Performs a variety of related activities as required.

Typical Work Activities are intended only as illustrations of possible types of work that might be appropriately assigned to an incumbent of this title. Work activities that do not appear above are not excluded as appropriate work assignments, as long as they can be 
reasonably understood to be within the logical limits of the job.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS: Thorough knowledge of water safety rules and regulations; working knowledge of safe boat operation; ability to supervise the work of others; ability to communicate effectively.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Either

1. High school graduation or possession of a comparable diploma and one (1) year of data processing experience; or
2. Completion of a course in data processing and six (6) months of experience in the operation of data processing equipment; or
3. An equivalent combination of training and experience as indicated in a) and b) above.

2/86; 11/97; 1/09

Non-Competitive Class

Town of Putnam Valley/PT