ODNR Seasonal Lifeguard - Grand Lake St. Marys State Park

Overview

Job Description - 2026 ODNR Seasonal Lifeguard - Grand Lake St. Marys State Park (260000RF)

2026 ODNR Seasonal Lifeguard - Grand Lake St. Marys State Park (260000RF)

Organization:
Natural Resources

Agency Contact Name and Information: hro.gov or

Unposting Date:
Jul 6, 2026, 3:59:00 AM

Work Location:

DNR Auglaize 834 Edgewater Drive St. Marys 45885

Primary

Location:

United States of America-OHIO-Auglaize County-St. Marys

Compensation: $20.58/hour

Schedule:

Part-time

Union:
Exempt from Union

Primary Job Skill:
Parks and Recreation

Technical

Skills:

Natural Resources, Parks and Recreation

Professional

Skills:

Attention to Detail, Customer Focus, Responsiveness

Who we are:

D  know Ohio operates 76 state parks, manages over 750,000 acres of diverse wildlife land and more than 2 million acres of water? That’s just the tip of the iceberg of what we do at the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) as we seek to ensure a balance between wise use and protection of our natural resources for the benefit of all!

Across our 12 divisions and support services, we employ office staff, law enforcement officers, geologists, biologists, engineers, attorneys, communicators, managers, and so much more. Whatever your passion, we likely have a position to fit it and pathways for advancement!

We are seeking energetic, passionate people who enjoy the outdoors and want to play a key role for the position of seasonal (unclassified) Lifeguard within the Division of Parks & Watercraft, headquartered at Grand Lake St. Marys State Park, assigned to Auglaize County. The address is 834 Edgewater Dr., St. Marys, Ohio 45885. To learn more about Grand Lake St. Marys State Park, please visit (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

• Rescue swimmers in distress (e.g., enter water to aid potential drowning victims; use rescue equipment (e.g., rescue tube, rescue board; canoe) to tow/pull swimmer to safety); perform emergency first aid (e.g., administer CPR; hold compress to bleeding area; cover victim).
• Guard designated swimming area against drownings & related accidents; advise public of provisions of Ohio Revised Code & ODNR Parks & Watercraft Division rules; request public's compliance; attend training sessions.
• Complete incident report forms; inspect safety equipment for repairs; maintain swimming area (litter pickup, trash containers, restroom checks, vending machines, mowing, painting); keep supervisor informed of maintenance needs.
• Hourly pay of $20.58/hr.

May 2026 to September 2026

These positions are utilized during the division's anticipated busiest season and may include weekends, evenings & rotating shifts.

Exposure to weather; exposure to potentially hostile general public; exposure to danger in performing water rescue.

These seasonal positions will remain at step 1 of the pay range. These seasonal positions are not eligible for benefits (e.g., vision, dental, life, health insurance, holiday pay, leave accruals, and other paid leave).

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website. Our benefits package includes:

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems (OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)

* Benefits eligibility is dependent on factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

American Red Cross lifeguard training certificate or…