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Job Description
Definition
Come join the City of Newport Beach Harbor Department ! Our mission is to keep Newport Harbor clean, safe and well-enjoyed. Check out our video to see what it is like working for the City of Newport Beach!
Currently there are two full-time vacancies and multiple part-time vacancies. This position is responsible for patrolling the Newport Harbor to promote boater compliance with harbor codes, regulations, and ordinances; assisting the boating public by providing general information on harbor programs and services; and assisting boaters in securing moorings, collecting fees, and answering general questions; and other duties as needed.
Selection Components:- Application Evaluation: Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis with the first review date of February 5, 2025 , or until 150 applications are received , whichever occurs first. Candidates are required to attach a copy of a California Boater Card or equivalent and resume to the online application . Qualified applicants will be invited to a virtual interview.
- Interview: In-person interviews are tentatively scheduled for the week of February 24, 202 5 . Passing applicants will be invited to complete a swim test.
- Swim Test: Tentatively scheduled for the week of March 14 , 2 025 . Passing applicants will be placed on an eligibility list that may be used to fill future vacancies as they occur.
Salary:- Part-Time Harbor Services Worker: $23.60-$30.12 Hourly
- Part-Time Harbor Services Worker, Lead: $25.62-$37.87 Hourly
- Full-Time Harbor Services Worker: $4,193-$6,195 Monthly
- Full-Time Harbor Services Worker, Lead: $4,552-$6,726 Monthly
Career Path:
The career path for this position is Lead Harbor Services Worker.
Schedule:
The full-time position may work a 4/10 or 5/40 schedule, including weekends.
The part-time position will work up to 30 hours per week, including weekends.
CalPERS:- The City offers an excellent benefit package and membership in the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS). The retirement formula is based on appointment date and membership status with CalPERS and the employee is required to contribute 11.5% of pay toward the retirement benefit.
Essential Duties
Please view online job specification for a more detailed description of specific job duties.
Harbor Services Worker P/T Job Specification
Harbor Services Worker F/T Job Specification
Harbor Services Worker, Lead P/T Job Specification
Harbor Services Worker, Lead F/T Job Specification
Qualifications
Please view online job specification for a more detailed description of specific qualifications.
Harbor Services Worker P/T Job Specification
Harbor Services Worker F/T Job Specification
Harbor Services Worker, Lead P/T Job Specification
Harbor Services Worker, Lead F/T Job Specification
Experience & Education and License/Certificate
A combination of experience and education that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities may be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Experience:
Harbor Services Worker: One year of heavy customer service experience working in a harbor or marine environment, including experience operating a marine vessel. Experience in compliance and/or enforcement is highly desirable.
Harbor Services Worker, Lead: Two years’ heavy customer service experience working in a harbor or marine environment, including experience operating a marine vessel. Experience in compliance and/or enforcement and supervisory or lead experience are highly desirable.
Education: Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade. College-level coursework in marine science, seamanship, or a related field is desirable.
License/Certificate: Due to the performance of some field duties which require the operation of a personal or City vehicle, a valid and appropriate California driver's license and an acceptable driving record are required. Possession of California Boater Card or equivalent. Possession of Basic First Aid, CPR, and PC 832 certifications within six months of employment.
Please Note: Candidates deemed most qualified, as reflected in their application materials, will be invited to continue in the recruitment process. The prospective candidate must successfully complete a thorough background review, including being fingerprinted by the Newport Beach Police Department. The resulting report of your conviction history, (if any), will be evaluated along with the other information received in connection with your application. Except as otherwise required by law, a criminal conviction will not necessarily disqualify you from the position. The nature, date, surrounding circumstances, and the relevance of the offense to the position applied for may, however, be considered.
Disaster Service Worker: In accordance with Government Code Section 3100, City of Newport Beach Employees, in the event of a disaster, are considered disaster service workers and may be asked to respond accordingly.
- Application Evaluation: Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis with the first review date of February 5, 2025 , or until 150 applications are received , whichever occurs first. Candidates are required to attach a copy of a California Boater Card or equivalent and resume to the online application . Qualified applicants will be invited to a virtual interview.
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ABOUT THE COMPANY
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City of Newport Beach
Show moreThe City of Newport Beach is located in the coastal center of Orange County, with Los Angeles County to the north and San Diego County to the south. It has an estimated permanent population of 86,738 but during the summer months, the population grows to more than 100,000 with 20,000 to 100,000 tourists daily.
Newport Beach is known for its fine residential areas, modern shopping facilities, strong business community and quality school system. It surrounds Newport Bay where approximately 4,300 boats of all types are docked within the 21-square-mile harbor area. The bay area and the City’s eight miles of ocean beach offer outstanding fishing, swimming, surfing, and aquatic sports activities.
The City of Newport Beach was incorporated September 1, 1906 and the current City Charter was adopted in 1954. The City operates under a Council-Manager form of government. Its seven City Council Members are elected by district, but are voted on by the population as a whole. They serve four-year terms. The Council consists of the Mayor and six other members and is responsible for policy-making, passing local ordinances, adopting the budget, appointing committees and hiring the City Manager, City Attorney, and City Clerk. The City Manager is responsible for carrying out the policies and ordinances of the City Council, for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the City, and for appointing heads of departments. -