Ocean Rescue Division Manager - Lifeguard Manager - R13281

Join Sarasota County Government

Sarasota County Government is looking for a dedicated individual to join their Emergency Services department. This is a full-time, non-certified, non-high risk, civilian position in operational management work overseeing and administrating the County Beach Lifeguard unit operation of county owned and / or operated beaches.

Responsibilities include :

• Monitor day-to-day operations of County Beach Lifeguard operations.
• Hire, develop, and mentor staff, and provide guidance to Lifeguard Supervisors.
• Develop goals and objectives for the business unit. Prepare and administer employee performance evaluations.
• Develop business plans and models and prepare and manage the annual budget. Develop and maintain informational reports.
• Coordinate and monitor inventory, purchasing, and receiving documentation.
• Network with other internal and external customers in related areas.
• Identify trends and develop knowledge of new techniques in the profession.
• Develop, implement, and administer policies and procedures. Maintain records and reports.
• Ensure business units compliance with all local, state and federal regulations.
• Manage proactive assessments of fraud awareness, prevention, detection and risk mitigation activities.
• Work hours : Monday Friday, 8 : 00 a.m. 5 : 00 p.m.

Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Business Administration, Open Water Beach Lifeguarding experience, Aquatic Programming and Open Water Beach Lifeguarding Management or related field and four (4) years of job-related experience. An Associate's Degree from an accredited college or university and six (6) years of job-related experience. Two or more years of supervisory experience required. Current certification as a CPR Instructor, First Aid Instructor, Lifeguard Instructor and First Responder certificate required and must be maintained to remain in position. Also, must obtain these certifications within six (6) months from date of hire : ICS 100, 200, 300, 400, 700, 800.

Preferred qualifications include advanced professional certification.

Job competencies include ability to manage self and staff in a high-performing, values driven organization. Skills in personnel management and lifesaving techniques. Skills in basic software applications, e-mail communications, internet, computer, copier, shredder, phones, faxes. Business writing and communication skills.

Pay : $60,174.40 - $79,788.80

This posting is currently open until filled.