Pool Lifeguard; Seasonal

$18.38 - $21.88 per Hour New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date: 10/9/2026

Application Methods: Electronic (Using your Cal Career Account) By Mail Drop-off

POOL LIFEGUARD (SEASONAL) – SIERRA DISTRICT / ALPINE MONO SECTOR / GROVER HOT SPRINGS STATE PARK

Priority consideration will be given to any person receiving State public assistance under the CalWORKs program. Applicants who receive State public assistance need to identify their status as a CalWORKs recipient in the comments area on the application. Applicants must submit a verification of their CalWORKs eligibility status, which may include the most recent Notice of Action showing TANF eligibility or a copy of your last aid check stub.

If verification is not submitted with the application, the application will not be processed. (Applicants may obtain verification from the CalWORKs program).

The reporting location is Grover Hot Springs State Park in Markleeville, CA. This position will work under the supervision of the Supervising Ranger. Days and hours vary and may include nights, weekends, and holidays.

Duties include maintaining the daily operation of the pool complex, including surveillance and rule enforcement; performing water rescues and administering first aid; maintaining pool temperature and chemical balance; housekeeping; collecting fees. Wearing a Parks uniform is required.

This position may work up to 1500 hours within 12 consecutive months. This position is designated as not telework eligible.

The selected candidate is required to submit to a background investigation process utilizing Live Scan fingerprinting prior to appointment.

This position requires a valid Class C driver's license. You must answer the questions addressing your driver's license on your application. Ensure you provide your driver's license number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions on your application.

State housing may be required. Special Requirement/Condition of Employment:
Depending on the assigned location, the incumbent may be required to occupy state-owned housing to meet operational needs or may be offered state-owned housing if available. Housing assignments will be determined in accordance with Department policy, operational priorities, and applicable labor agreements. For further information regarding this position, please contact Joshua Heitzmann at  or

Per California Code of Regulations (CCR) 599.961 , this is a sensitive position, and therefore subject to drug and alcohol testing. It should be noted that testing is not mandatory, but is allowed to be conducted only if and when there is a determination of reasonable suspicion as defined in CCR 599.962 .

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .

Work schedule is typically 10 hours a day, up to 4 days a week (4/10) work schedule. Work may include nights, weekends, and holidays. Work will be performed both indoors in the entrance kiosk, and outdoors on the pool deck in all types of weather conditions.

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• POOL LIFEGUARD (SEASONAL)

# of Positions:

Multiple

Work Location:

Alpine County

Telework:

In Office

The mission of California State Parks is to provide for the health, inspiration, and education of the people of California by helping to preserve the state's extraordinary biological diversity, protecting its most valued natural and cultural resources, and creating opportunities for high-quality outdoor recreation.

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