Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers
SOC Code: 33-9092 Job Zone 2: Some Preparation Needed
Monitor recreational areas, such as pools, beaches, or ski slopes, to provide assistance and protection to participants.
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Prevailing Wage Levels (National)
DOL/OFLC prevailing wage thresholds for Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers. Hourly rates x 2,080 = annual.
FY2027 Weighted Lottery Impact
| Level | Lottery Entries | Est. Selection Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Level I (Entry) | 1 entry | ~16% |
| Level II (Qualified) | 2 entries | ~31% |
| Level III (Experienced) | 3 entries | ~45% |
| Level IV (Expert) | 4 entries | ~61% |
Prevailing Wages by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Level I | Level II | Level III | Level IV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kahului-Wailuku, HI | $45,469 | $54,330 | $63,190 | $72,051 |
| Hawaii / Kauai nonmetropolitan area | $48,734 | $54,662 | $60,611 | $66,539 |
| Urban Honolulu, HI | $35,131 | $44,866 | $54,621 | $64,355 |
| Northwest Colorado nonmetropolitan area | $35,381 | $41,496 | $47,590 | $53,706 |
| Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA | $36,213 | $41,995 | $47,778 | $53,560 |
| Eastern Sierra-Mother Lode Region of California nonmetropolitan area | $35,110 | $40,560 | $46,030 | $51,480 |
| Mid Michigan nonmetropolitan area | $26,395 | $34,382 | $42,390 | $50,378 |
| San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA | $36,171 | $40,685 | $45,198 | $49,712 |
| Fairbanks-College, AK | $28,538 | $35,526 | $42,515 | $49,504 |
| Northern New Hampshire nonmetropolitan area | $35,443 | $40,061 | $44,699 | $49,317 |
Key Skills
| Skill | Importance | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Monitoring | 3.8 | |
| Speaking | 3.5 | |
| Social Perceptiveness | 3.4 | |
| Service Orientation | 3.2 | |
| Active Listening | 3.1 | |
| Learning Strategies | 3.1 | |
| Complex Problem Solving | 3.0 | |
| Judgment and Decision Making | 3.0 | |
| Critical Thinking | 3.0 | |
| Coordination | 3.0 |
Knowledge Areas
| Knowledge | Importance |
|---|---|
| Customer and Personal Service | 4.0 |
| Public Safety and Security | 3.6 |
| English Language | 3.5 |
| Education and Training | 3.1 |
| Medicine and Dentistry | 3.0 |
| Psychology | 3.0 |
| Administration and Management | 2.7 |
| Chemistry | 2.5 |
Education Requirements
| Education Level | % of Workers |
|---|---|
| Less than high school | 39.2% |
| High school diploma | 21.1% |
| Some college | 17.3% |
| Associate's degree | 16.1% |
| Post-secondary certificate | 5.0% |
| Bachelor's degree | 1.2% |
Typical Tasks
- Rescue distressed persons, using rescue techniques and equipment.
- Contact emergency medical personnel in case of serious injury.
- Patrol or monitor recreational areas, such as trails, slopes, or swimming areas, on foot, in vehicles, or from towers.
- Examine injured persons and administer first aid or cardiopulmonary resuscitation, if necessary, using training and medical supplies and equipment.
- Instruct participants in skiing, swimming, or other recreational activities and provide safety precaution information.
- Warn recreational participants of inclement weather, unsafe areas, or illegal conduct.
- Complete and maintain records of weather and beach conditions, emergency medical treatments performed, and other relevant incident information.
- Inspect recreational equipment, such as rope tows, T-bars, J-bars, or chair lifts, for safety hazards and damage or wear.
Technology Skills
Green = Hot Technology in demand
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