Senior Lifeguard - Nokomis

Position: Senior Lifeguard - Nokomis Beach
Location: Nokomis

If you are an experienced lifeguard with active CPR/AED certifications and an ability to lead/train others, this is the role you've been looking for! The starting pay rate is $22.14 (Step
1), benefits begin within 60 days of hire, and there are opportunities for advancement. Apply today and help us to keep our beaches a
** safe
* * and
** enjoyable
* * environment for guests and residents alike!
* Oversee daily operations of your assigned County-operated beach, including overseeing Lifeguard station operations, supervising Beach Lifeguards, and supervising all activities directed towards saving lives and preventing injury to patrons.
* Work as part of the Lifeguard Operations leadership team to motivate others and support leadership.
* Assist in the development and continued training of Lifeguards.
* Clean the lifeguard office and storage areas daily, and as needed. Maintain inventory of first aid supplies, ordering supplies as needed.
* Complete incident reports, daily operational reports, and statistical record reporting on time and accurately.
* Keep beaches safe by maintaining order and discipline and enforcing County ordinances. Explain and interpret operational and programmatic rules and regulations for patrons; enforce or refer enforcement to proper authorities.
* Rescue swimmers in distress.  Administer first aid and/or CPR, Automated External Defibrillator (AED), and oxygen following appropriate medical protocols; call for emergency assistance when necessary.
* Operate county-issued equipment, which may include radio, vehicle, boat, and jet ski, and perform preventative equipment maintenance duties, as necessary.
* Participate in training activities. Assist in aquatic programs such as learn-to-swim classes, water safety classes, and special events.
* Assist in public relations, including answering phones, providing customer service, and taking messages.
* High School Diploma or its equivalent.
* Minimum of two (2) years of open water lifeguard experience.
* Ability to pass the 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)
* Current CPR/AED and Emergency Response certificate.
* Ability to re-qualify for Sarasota County Basic Lifeguard Performance Test, biannually.
* Valid Florida Driver's License at time of hire, or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire.
* EMT certification.
* Prior supervisory experience.
* Enjoy great benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Florida Retirement System (FRS) and many, many more! Choose one of three great medical plans, including one with a $0 premium option, with completed preventative visits!
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* Utilize our award-winning wellness program including free gyms at multiple Sarasota County Government locations.
* Enjoy 11 paid holidays, 3 personal days and 16 paid vacation days in the first year of full-time employment with increasing accrual rates with years of service. (That adds up to a possible 30 days off in your 1st year!)***
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