{"id":171992,"date":"2026-02-27T21:09:17","date_gmt":"2026-02-27T21:09:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/171992\/"},"modified":"2026-02-27T21:09:17","modified_gmt":"2026-02-27T21:09:17","slug":"jaxparks-seeks-lifeguards-for-2026-season-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/171992\/","title":{"rendered":"JaxParks seeks lifeguards for 2026 season"},"content":{"rendered":"

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. \u2014 JaxParks is hiring lifeguards for the summer 2026 season with a starting pay of $15 per hour. The positions are open to applicants ages 15 and older at multiple pool locations throughout Jacksonville.<\/p>\n

The program provides first-time job seekers and students on summer break the opportunity to build leadership skills and earn certifications in CPR and water safety. <\/p>\n

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Multiple training dates are available to prepare new hires for the upcoming summer season.<\/p>\n

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Participants are asked to arrive at training sessions prepared to swim. JaxParks suggests that applicants bring a change of clothes, a snack and paper to take notes during the class.<\/p>\n

To qualify for the position, applicants must pass three physical prerequisite tests. These requirements include a 200-yard swim and treading water for 2 minutes without using hands. Candidates must also retrieve a 10-pound brick from the bottom of a diving well.<\/p>\n

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Further hiring information will be provided to candidates once they successfully complete the training. <\/p>\n

To apply, CLICK HERE<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Interested applicants can obtain more information by calling 904-255-6777 or 904-255-4271. Inquiries can also be sent via email to bealifeguard@coj.net.<\/p>\n

Officials encourage early applications as available spots for the certification classes fill quickly.<\/p>\n

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