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Sarasota County Government Lifeguard - Seasonal in Sarasota, Florida
Department:
Emergency ServicesAbout Our Job
Have you ever dreamed of being a lifeguard on the beautiful beaches of Sarasota County? If so, this is your opportunity! Apply today and become a member of this amazing team.
Job Description:
Rescue swimmers in distress.
Administer first aid and/or CPR, Automated External Defibrillator, and oxygen administration following appropriate medical protocol.
May operate County issued equipment, which includes radios, vehicles, boats, and jet skis, and performs preventative equipment maintenance duties.
Assist in aquatic programs such as learn-to-swim classes, water safety classes, and special events.
Work Hours :
Beach hours are 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., 7 days a week.
Lifeguards work 40 hours per week, with overtime and flexible shifts available.
About You
Minimum Qualifications : **Must be at least 18 years of age
High School Diploma or its equivalent.
Ability to pass, and re-qualify (bi-annually), Sarasota County’s Basic Lifeguard Performance Test, which includes:
½ mile run (4:00 minute time limit).
500-meter pool swim (10:00 minute time limit).
200-yard beach run with 50-yard swim rescue (4:00 minute time limit).
100-yard board rescue (4:00 minute time limit) (those with prior open water experience only).
Ability to complete the Lifeguard Training Program Curriculum, CPR certification, and First Responder Training certification.
Valid Florida Driver's License at time of hire, or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire.
Preferred Qualification : EMT certification (paid for by the County).
Physical Demands:
Must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
This position works outdoors and during red tide, there may be fumes/airborne particles.
There is also a risk of exposure to bloodborne pathogens.
Special Note: This position works where children regularly congregate and in accordance with Florida Statutes, applicants must pass a criminal sexual predator, and sexual offender background check.
**Subject to Passing Substance Screening: This position is subject to passing a pre-employment substance screening. An applicant who fails to pass a required drug screening test shall be disqualified from employment for a period of five years.
About Everything Else
Starting Pay Range: $19.13/hour
Potentially higher with prior open water lifeguarding experience.
$1.50 per hour pay additive with current and valid State of Florida EMT-B Certification.
Interview/Test Schedule:
9:00 am: Orientation
9:15 am: ½ mile run (4:00 minute time limit)
9:30 am: 500-meter pool swim (10:00 minute time limit)
10:00 am: 200-yard beach run with 50-yard swim rescue (4:00 minute time limit)
10:15 am: 100-yard board rescue (4:00 minute time limit) (candidates with prior open water experience only)
11:00 am: In-person interviews upon successful completion of physical skills test.
Employee Type:Seasonal (Fixed Term) (Seasonal) Benefits:
Employee benefits and Florida Retirement System contributions are not available for seasonal and temporary positions. Positions marked Full Time and Regular (Budgeted) are eligible for benefits, for more information about employee benefits, please click this link or visit SCGov.net (https://www.scgov.net/government/human-resources/employee-health-and-benefits) .
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