Department:
Emergency Services



Start Here. Grow Here. Stay Here.

Have you ever dreamed of being a lifeguard on the beautiful beaches of Sarasota County? If so, this is your opportunity to join our team!

Starting pay rate of Step 1 - $20.10/hour, along with opportunities for growth and development. Earn your EMT certification with us!

An average day consists of keeping the beach safe and assisting the public with beach condition information. You will complete incident and daily operational reports.
+ 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 perform preventative equipment maintenance duties.
+ Assist in aquatic programs such as learn-to-swim classes, water safety classes, and special events.


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