State seeking applicants for director, members of Florida State Guard

FLORIDA – The State of Florida is seeking applicants for director and members of the recently reestablished Florida State Guard (FLSG).

The director of the FLSG will be in charge of the 400 guard members and oversee the recruitment, training, and mobilization of the force in the event of an emergency, according to the FLSG.

The ideal candidate will have demonstrated experience in military-style operations, emergency management, leadership, and problem-solving., according to an announcement by the FLSG.

You can apply here.

To be a member of the FLSG, Florida is looking for individuals between the ages of 18 and 60, to volunteer and train to ensure that the guard is ready to step in when an emergency strikes.

Applicants should have a desire to help their community and have skills beneficial to protect the state from a disaster, according to the FLSG.

Skilled Floridians with emergency response, law enforcement, or military training are encouraged to apply.

Applicants will be required to meet the same standards as the Florida National Guard:

• Florida resident between the ages of 18 and 60, with a desire to serve the state
• Willingness to work in a team
• Tactical or emergency response knowledge
• Ability to pass a physical
• Ability to participate in annual weekend training

You can apply to be a part of the Florida State Guard here.