Additional lifeguard tryouts added

Posted On: May 13, 2021

If you need a job this summer, why not pick an office with a view? And nothing competes with the views of the white sand and ocean waves on the beach. Volusia County’s Beach Safety Division has added an additional round of tryouts for those interested in working as a lifeguard this summer.

Being part of the Volusia County Beach Safety Lifeguard Corps is a rewarding experience that pays dividends for future endeavors. While many summer lifeguards work on the beach for a few years before pursuing other opportunities, the lessons learned on the sand leave a lasting impression. And for those interested in a career with Volusia County Beach Safety, the first step is working as a tower guard. Check out the recent Volusia Magazine feature with Captain Mike Berard to learn more about being part of this dedicated team: http://bit.ly/VClifeguards.

Upcoming tryouts are mandatory for those interested in a position. Swim tryout dates and locations are:

• Saturday, May 15
  • Edgewater YMCA, 148 W. Turgot Ave., 8 to 10 a.m.
  • Ormond Beach YMCA, 500 Sterthaus Drive, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
• Saturday, May 22
  • Ormond YMCA, 8 to 10 a.m.
  • Port Orange YMCA, 4701 City Center Parkway, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
• Saturday, May 29
  • Edgewater YMCA, 8 to 10 a.m.
  • Port Orange YMCA, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
• Saturday, June 5
  • Port Orange YMCA, 9 a.m. to noon

Applicants must be at least 16 on or before June 11 and be able to swim 500 meters freestyle in under 10 minutes, swim 50 yards freestyle in under 30 seconds, and run a half-mile in under 3 minutes, 15 seconds. Candidates considered for hiring will undergo a background check, physical and drug screening.

Starting pay is $12.74 per hour. There is a $500 incentive for lifeguards if they meet criteria specifying number of weekend work days over their first summer. This is explained during the recruit class. Applicants must attend one of the 2021 tryouts, as well as Volusia County Beach Safety's lifeguard recruit class (mandatory 48-hour ocean rescue training). Additionally, participants must attend a 40-hour first responder class and CPR course or provide proof of equivalence.

For more information, visit volusia.org/beach or call 386-239-6414.