Lifeguard, DCNR; Seasonal - Lackawanna State Park

THE POSITION

We are seeking skilled and enthusiastic individuals to join our team at Lackawanna State Park as lifeguards. In this vital role, you will play a key part in ensuring the safety and well‑being of our visitors by monitoring swimming areas, enforcing park regulations, and responding to emergencies. This position is an exciting opportunity for those with strong water rescue skills and a passion for outdoor activities to make a meaningful contribution to the community.

As a Lifeguard, your primary responsibility will be to ensure the safety of the public at the Lackawanna State Park Swimming Pool. This involves actively patrolling the area, observing swimmers, and maintaining order to prevent accidents. You will need to be vigilant in recognizing swimmers in distress and employing established lifesaving techniques to assist them. Staying alert at your designated post is crucial, as you will be required to scan the swimming area continuously and respond promptly to any emergencies.

Additionally, you will administer first aid, artificial respiration, and CPR to injured visitors, ensuring you are trained in techniques for adults, infants, and children. Compliance with the Bureau of State Parks' swimming regulations is essential, and you will also be responsible for inspecting safety equipment, including buoys, floats, and first aid supplies, to confirm they are in good working condition.

Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

• Seasonal full‑time employment without benefits. The season runs from Memorial Day through Labor Day.
• Full‑time and part‑time schedules available.
• Work hours are 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM, with a 30‑minute lunch.
• Work schedule will vary, with a 37.5 hour work week; weekends, holidays, and all shifts will be required.
• Telework:
  You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

• All employees must obtain a valid Lifeguard Certification issued by the American Red Cross, YMCA, United States Lifesaving Association, or another authority recognized by the Pennsylvania Department of Health within 14 days of employment.
• All employees must obtain valid certifications in standard first aid and adult, child, and infant CPR within 14 days of employment.

• You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

• You must pass a background investigation.
• This position falls under the provisions of the Child Protective Services Law.
  • Under the Law, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports including, but not limited to, PA State Police clearance, PA Child Abuse history clearance, and FBI Fingerprint clearance.

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. § 7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). and click on Veterans.

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