MISQUAMICUT FIRE DISTRICT
POSITION DESCRIPTION
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BEACH MANAGER/ASSISTANT BEACH MANAGER
Revision 0
02/20/03
Overall Responsibility:
To oversee the operation of the Misquamicut Fire District beaches, recreation complex, parking lots and rest room facilities. Providing supervision to attendants and lifeguards. Create a safe and clean environment for beach patrons and guests. The Assistant Beach Manager acts as the Beach Manager in the absence of the Beach Manager. The Assistant Beach Manager may also be assigned Recreation Complex Attendant duties.

REPORTS TO:
District Moderator

AUTHORITY:
  1. Supervision of beach employees, attendants and lifeguards, to support operations of beaches, recreation complex and facilities.
  2. Closing or not opening beaches due to inclement weather conditions after consulting with Moderator.
  3. Closing any and all bathing areas whenever such action is deemed necessary during periods of severe surf, undertow and other emergency conditions in the interest of public safety after consulting with the lifeguards. Whenever a bathing area has been closed because of the aforesaid conditions, lifeguards shall be retained on the beach to caution prospective bathers against entering the water.
  4. Consulting with the Moderator on any safety concerns, problems or questions.
DUTIES:
  1. As an employee, you are a representative of the Misquamicut Fire District, and must greet the patrons and guests politely and properly, in a friendly and courteous manner.
  2. Conduct periodic meetings with employees, weekly frequency is preferred.
  3. Open or close beach depending on the weather (use Benson Ave. as main location ). Consult with the Moderator regarding decisions to close or not open the beaches due to inclement weather.
  4. Check condition of beaches and recreation complex before attendants and lifeguards arrive.
  5. Check conditions of beaches before attendants and lifeguards leave, complete daily beach closure checklist.
  6. Consult with the Moderator on the operation of the beaches and recreation complex. Request resources needed to maintain safe and clean environment for patrons and guests.
  7. Repair or replace equipment, maintain in good condition at all times. Perform minor maintenance on beach facilities and structures.
  8. Provide notification to car lock-ins to be let out by recreation complex attendant up until 8:00 p.m.
  9. Periodically check conditions of restrooms.
  10. Perform periodic walk down of beaches and facilities for cleanliness, refuse status and orderliness.
  11. Monitor all areas for alcohol consumption, correct conditions, utilize Westerly police if necessary.
  12. Sell and replace seasonal and weekly car passes as needed.
  13. Issue passes for the use of the recreational facilities.
  14. Keep written record of rescues, assists and accidents.
  15. Assist in emergencies (lost children, medical, etc.)
  16. Secure power and water to facilities, as required.
  17. Maintain inventory list and order supplies with Moderator approval.
  18. When necessary, call police, rescue, DEM, or CRMC. Post telephone numbers at beach offices and recreation complex.
  19. Approve and submit account of lifeguards and attendants weekly hours for payroll purposes.
Requirements:
  1. Proper attire is required (neat and clean).
  2. ________ days per week
  3. ________ hours per week
  4. ________ per hour
  5. Working hours ____________ to ____________
  6. Days off_____________________ and ______________________
  7. Unless notified to the contrary, you must report at your assigned starting time regardless of weather.
  8. In the event you will be absent, please notify the Moderator one hour before your assigned starting time.
  9. At the discretion of the Moderator, on call may be implemented on rainy days. On call pay will be at 50% of your hourly rate, you must be reachable by phone and return to your job location within 30 minutes.
  10. If beaches/complex are closed - there will be no hourly wage.
  11. You will be paid on a bi-weekly payroll basis. Last pay check to be mailed or picked-up after Labor Day.
  12. FICA, federal income taxes and state income taxes will be withheld from your pay.
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Name: ___________________________________________
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Signature: ________________________________________        Date: _________________
                                           (employee)

Signature: ________________________________________        Date: _________________
                                           (Moderator)