Lifeguard Captain

Department: Emergency Services Start Here. Grow Here. Stay Here. We are seeking a Beach Lifeguard Captain to oversee the daily operations of lifeguards assigned to County beaches. This leadership role is responsible for hiring, training, and scheduling staff, as well as ensuring high standards of safety, performance, and professionalism. The Captain plays a key role in developing team members and maintaining operational excellence across all assigned locations. Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent with 4+ years of related experience; or an associateu2019s degree with 2+ years of related experience; or a bacheloru2019s degree in place of the required work experience. At least 1 year of supervisory experience is required (lead worker or acting supervisory experience may be considered). Apply today to join our team. About the Position In this role, you will... + Supervise daily operations of lifeguard staff at County-operated beaches; ensure compliance with County and Lifeguard Operations policies + Train staff in lifeguarding skills and medical procedures; maintain training records; conduct monthly in-service training and bi-annual testing + Develop weekly work schedules and ensure adherence to the Lifeguard Operations Recommended Guidelines Manual + Ensure compliance with United States Lifesaving Association (USLA) standards and applicable County and Department guidelines + Oversee division inventory, including fleet, equipment, radios, uniforms, and lifeguard stations + Support leadership initiatives, employee development, evaluations, and disciplinary processes in accordance with County HR procedures + Monitor national lifeguard industry trends and update policies and procedures as needed + Oversee fraud prevention, risk mitigation efforts, and financial, compliance, operational, and performance audits within the division + Serve as a mentor to the Lifeguard employees + Develop weekly schedules using electronic software + Partner with SCFD Fleet, Logistics, Training, and EMS to assure operational requirements are maintained + Work with the team to review policies and procedures annually, updating as necessary About the Schedule Work Hours: + Full-time, 40 hours per week. + Weekends required. As a reminder, all county employees are considered essential and must be prepared to protect and support the community and its citizens. Each employee, without exception, will have a duty assignment and be required to work during a disaster or declared emergency. About You To be considered for this role, you must have the following: + High School Diploma or equivalent education and 4+ years of related work experience. + OR: Associate's degree and 2+ years of related work experience. + OR: Bachelor's degree to substitute for the required work experience. + A minimum of 1+ year(s) of supervisory experience is required (lead worker or acting in a supervisory capacity may be counted). + Valid Florida driver's license by date of hire. The ideal candidate has the following knowledge, skills, and/or abilities: Please note that these are not requirements but bonuses for your consideration. + Current CPR/AED and Emergency Response instructor certificate from an accredited organization. + American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor/USLA Training Academy certificate. + Experience with Emergency Communication Radios, AED, Jet Ski, 4x4 Off Road Vehicle, Truck, and/or medical treatment protocols. 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. Physical Demands: Employees in this role must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 lbs. CJIS Clearance: The successful candidate will be subject to an extensive background check(s) as part of the hiring process. About Everything Else Starting Pay: $60,028.80 Our interview process could include phone interview(s), Microsoft Teams video interview(s), and/or in-person interview(s). If you are selected to join our team, please click on this link to review the Required First Day Documents (. You will need to present the following items on your first day: 1. I-9 Acceptable Documents to show your identity and authorization to work. Use this link to learn more and review the different document options: + If your position requires a Florida Driveru2019s License, this must be one of your documents. (Your Florida Driveru2019s License can serve as one of your documents listed in link above u2013 List B Documents.) 2. U.S. Social Security Card (signed, physical card). This is a requirement of our Payroll Department and failure to provide this document could jeopardize timely compensation. (Your U.S. Social Security Card can serve as one of your documents listed in link above u2013 List C Documents.) Benefits: + 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 C hoose one of three great medical plans, including one with a $0 premium option, with completed preventative visits + For more information about employee benefits, please click this link or visit SCGov.net ( for additional information. + 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)u200bu200b A different blend of voices prompt better conversations, choices and results for everyone. Sarasota County u2013 Many Voices, One Team. We celebrate and value the experiences, backgrounds, perspectives, talents and strengths that make us different. Our vision is to attract, develop, retain and engage a talented workforce broadly representative of the citizens and communities we serve. To further value creativity, innovation, collaboration and great customer service u2013 internally and externally. A job applicant with a disability who requires reasonable accommodation to participate in the application/selection process is requested to make known the need for an accommodation to Human Resources or appropriate county staff members. For assistance with the application, please call 941-861-5353. Sarasota County prohibits discrimination in all services, programs or activities. View the complete policy at scgov.net ( ADA Compliance). Sarasota County Government is a Tobacco-Free/Drug-Free Workplace.

Created: 2026-02-20