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JFRD Ocean Rescue Lifeguards

Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department staffs City of Jacksonville Parks, Huguenot, and Hanna seasonally. JFRD Lifeguards have worked diligently alongside JSO and park staff to maintain the safety of beachgoers for over fifteen years. 

Under general supervision, JFRD Lifeguards patrol City beaches, parks, and ocean waters to ensure proactive and expeditious accident prevention and response; respond to City beach and water-related accidents and emergencies; counsels public to encourage compliance with state and local laws, including beach ordinances; maintain lifesaving and other related equipment and facilities; and perform related duties as assigned.

Open Requirements/Supplemental Information:

• Applicants must be 16 years of age upon hire. 
• All applicants must have a physical from their physician prior to working; successfully pass a city background screening and drug test provided by the city. 
• Must complete a 500 meter/550 yard swim within 10 minutes in a pool environment to be considered for employment.
• Must complete a 1-mile run in less than 8 minutes.
• Must be aquatically adaptable in the ocean/surf.

Licensing/Certification/Registration:

• Candidates must obtain Lifeguard Certification, First Responder, Open Water Lifesaving, Emergency Responder, and AHA BLS (CPR) for the Health Care Provider.
• Training will be provided by the City of Jacksonville once selected.

ONLINE APPLICATION IS REQUIRED. Apply at www.jacksonville.gov.

For questions concerning the hiring or application process, please contact the Supervisor of Ocean Rescue, Caleb Gill, CGill@coj.net.