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Infographic showing various Wilderness Rescue job openings in Florida as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 67% Full Time, 18% Part Time, and 15% Temporary. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $68,227 per year, or $32.8 per hour.

Scuba Department (FSB) - Spring 2027

Islamorada, FL • On-site

BSA Sea Base
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$445/wk

Temporary

Re-posted 20 days ago

Job description

Scuba Department is now hiring for Scuba Mates, Boat Mates, Divemasters and PADI Instructors.
Sea Base is a unique Scouting program that offers aquatic programs found nowhere else. We work with youths and adults for scuba adventures such as Live Aboard Adventures, Open Water certification, Advanced Certification and a resort style scuba week of diving. Divemasters and Instructors are needed to guide divers and conduct certification programs. If you are an experienced diving professional or just starting on this career path you will gain years of experience in one season.
Minimum certification requirements are Open Water diver for Scuba Mate, Rescue Diver for Boat Mate, Divemaster certification for the Divemaster position and PADI Instructor for the Instructor position.
This application is for the Spring 2027 season. Please submit applications for other seasons through a separate listing on our job board.
About the Sea Base
The Sea Base is one of four National High Adventure Bases operated by Scouting America (formerly Boy Scout of America). We offer programs that include fishing, sailing, scuba diving, coral restoration, snorkeling, kayaking, camping, and much more across six operating locations. Many job opportunities are available at multiple locations; not all locations have job opportunities.
Sea Base Locations
  • Sea Base, Islamorada - Located in Islamorada, FL at mile marker 73.8 along US-1, Overseas Highway. Home to our sailing and scuba diving adventures.
  • Camp Jackson Sawyer - Located just south of Bahia Honda State Park, mile marker 33.9. Home to our Family Adventure Camp and Pre/Post adventure camp.
  • Brinton Environmental Center - Located in Summerland Key at mile marker 23.8. Home to our coral nursery and coral restoration efforts, Out Island adventure (Big Munson Island), and many other adventures.
  • Sea Base, St. Thomas - Located in the Unites States Virgin Islands. Home of two different sailing opportunities.
  • Sea Base Bahamas - Located about 100 miles east of Ft. Lauderdale, FL. Home to three different sailing opportunities.

About Sea Base Staff
Our staff get to work in many different capacities to support and run our many programs that run throughout the year. While the summer season (approximately mid-May through August) is our largest opportunity for staff, we have employment opportunities throughout the year.
Employees have the opportunity to take advantage of regular meals prepared by our food-services team and on-site housing provided during each employment term. Accommodations also include fitness rooms, recreational areas, and laundry machines.
While on staff, you will have the opportunity for staff to gain knowledge and certifications in scuba diving, lifeguarding, wilderness first aid, CPR, and SERV Safe.

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