The South Walton Fire District is seeking lifeguards for the 2015 beach season.

Interested candidates must be in good physical shape and able to complete a 500-meter swim in less than 10 minutes and a 1.2-mile beach run in less than 12 minutes.

Tryouts begin on January 11, 2015.

Upon employment, lifeguards must complete the South Walton Fire District’s 40-hour open water lifeguard orientation course and emergency medical responder CPR course, which will be held on February 22.

Applicants also must:

● be at least 18 years of age

● have a high school diploma

● be able to work weekends and public holidays

● successfully complete a background check and drug screening

● possess a valid driver’s license

Entry level pay is $13 per hour for a 40 hour work week.

Lifeguard towers are located at the following nine regional access points: Inlet Beach, Santa Clara Beach Access, Van Ness Butler Beach Access, Blue Mountain Beach, Gulfview Heights, Ed Walline Park, Dune Allen and two locations at Miramar Beach.

Interested applicants should complete the application form at the bottom of South Walton Fire District’s employment page and email it to Beach Safety Director, Gary Wise.

To learn more, visit the South Walton Fire District.