Definition
Come join the City of Newport Beach Harbor Department! Our mission is to keep Newport Harbor clean, safe and well-enjoyed.
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. The eligibility list established from this recruitment may be used to fill future part- time and full-time vacancies as they occur.
Selection Components
- Application Evaluation: Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis with the first review date of May 1, 2026, 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.
- Virtual Interview: Tentatively scheduled for the week of May 11, 2026. Passing applicants will be invited to complete a swim test.
- Swim Test: Tentatively scheduled for the week of May 25, 2026.
Career Path
The career path for this position is Lead Harbor Safety Officer.
Schedule
The full-time position may work a 9/80 or 4/10 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 Systems (CalPERS). The retirement formula is based on appointment date and membership status with CalPERS and the employee is required to contribute 8% or half the normal cost of pay towards their retirement benefit.
Essential Duties
Please see online job specification for a more detailed description of specific job duties.
- Harbor Safety Officer Part-time
- Harbor Safety Officer Full-time
Qualifications
Please see online job specification for a more detailed description of specific qualifications.
- Harbor Safety Officer Part-time
- Harbor Safety Officer Full-time
Experience & Education and License/Certificate
Required
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: 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.
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, or ability to obtain by time of employment, a California Boater Card or equivalent. Basic First Aid, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), and PC 832 Arrest and Firearms Course certification 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.
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PLEASE READ: The information provided on the Supplemental Questions will be used in conjunction with the job application to determine whether the qualification requirements are met. Failure to provide detailed and complete information may result in the application being rejected. A resume may not be submitted in place of completing the Supplemental Questions. When applying for this position, I understand that I must thoroughly complete the Education and Work Experience sections of my application and the Supplemental Questions. This includes a detailed description of each position that qualifies me for the job I am seeking. I have read the above statement and acknowledge that failure to provide sufficient detailed information may result in my application being rejected.
- Yes, I acknowledge
- No, I do not acknowledge
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I acknowledge I have read the job description and can perform the essential functions of the job for which I am applying.
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I acknowledge that this recruitment requires a resume to be attached (uploaded) to the online application prior to submittal and that the application will be considered incomplete without them.
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Please indicate whether you are interested in full-time, part-time, or both.
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Please select the level of customer service experience you have working in a harbor or marine environment, including experience operating a marine vessel.
- Three years or more
- Two years
- One year
- Less than one year
- I do not have any experience
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Please describe your customer service experience working in a harbor or marine environment (if no experience, type N/A).
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Please select the area(s) in which you have experience in a harbor or marine environment (check all that apply):
- Dock master duties
- Mooring and/or securing boats
- Patrolling
- None of the above
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Do you have experience in compliance and/or enforcement?
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Harbor safety officers occasionally help make minor repairs to public docks and slips and other public facilities: please describe your experience working with tools and equipment to complete minor repairs and construction. (if no experience, type N/A).
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Please explain your experience in compliance and/or enforcement and supervisory or lead experience (if no experience, type N/A).
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Please explain your boating experience (if no experience, type N/A).
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Please Select The Highest Level Of Education You Possess
- High School Diploma or GED
- Some college or certificate(s)
- Associate's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Advanced Degree
- None of the above
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Please select the college-level coursework you have completed (check all that apply):
- Marine Science
- Seamanship
- Related field
- I have not completed college coursework in any of the above.
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If you selected "Related field" above, please indicate the course in the space below:
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Do you possess a current and valid California driver's license?
- Yes
- No
- I have a license from another state and an acceptable driving record.
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Do you possess a California Boater Card or equivalent?
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This recruitment requires you attach (upload) a copy of a California Boater Card or equivalent. Have you attached the required documentation to your online application?
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Work will be performed around water and requires the ability to swim at a proficient level. Are you able to safely swim in an open water environment?
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Please select the certification(s) you currently possess (check all that apply):
- Basic First Aid
- CPR
- PC 832
- I am able to obtain these certifications within six months of employment.
- I am not able to obtain these certifications within six months of employment.
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Are You Now, Or Have You In The Past, Been Employed By Any Of The Following Agencies (check All That Apply)
- Municipality (City)
- County
- School District
- Other Public Agency
- I have not been employed by any of the above agencies.
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This position requires that you work a varied schedule including nights, holidays, and weekends. Are you able to meet this requirement?
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Please provide the name, relationship, and contact number of three professional references.
