- February 19, 2025
Volusia County’s Beach Safety Division is hiring lifeguards to help keep beachgoers safe this summer.
Swim tryout dates and locations are scheduled for:
Applicants must be at least 16 on or before June 1 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 and physical and drug screening.
Starting pay is $18.50 per hour. Lifeguards who work a specified number of weekend days during their first summer will receive a $1,750 incentive.
Those who wish to participate in the selection process must attend one of the tryouts, as well as Beach Safety's lifeguard recruit class, which consists of 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 www.volusia.org/beach or call 386-239-6414.
