Lifeguard, DCNR; Seasonal - Codorus State Park

Lifeguard, DCNR (Seasonal) – Codorus State Park

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The Department of Conservation & Natural Resources is actively hiring Seasonal Lifeguards to ensure the safety and well-being of visitors at Codorus State Park. In this vital role, lifeguards will patrol the swimming area, observe water activities, and direct guests to maintain a safe and orderly environment. The position requires monitoring water for hazards, communicating safety protocols, and guiding park visitors.

• Patrol, observe, direct, and monitor activities at the swimming pool to ensure a safe environment for all visitors.
• Remain vigilant at your designated post, scanning the area to prevent accidents and be ready to assist in emergencies.
• Identify swimmers in distress, promptly report rescues or incidents, and call for additional assistance as necessary.
• Administer first aid, including artificial respiration and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) for adults, infants, and children.
• Enforce the Bureau of State Parks’ swimming regulations and provide guidance on park policies.
• Inspect safety equipment such as buoys, floats, ropes, and first aid supplies to ensure proper working order.
• Assess the swimming area for unsafe conditions and guarantee it is safe for public use.
• Prepare and submit detailed reports on swimming conditions, activities, and incidents, including daily logs and water quality forms.
• Participate in orientation and training sessions to review policies, learn lifesaving techniques, and renew swimming and first aid certifications.
• Take water samples, monitor meters, and document findings; report need for chemical adjustments or equipment malfunctions.
• Perform basic maintenance and custodial tasks such as litter pickup to maintain a clean and safe swimming area.

• Seasonal Full‑time employment without benefits.
• Season runs May through September.
• Shift hours and days vary due to operational need, with a 30‑minute lunch.
• Weeks, weekends, holidays, and all shifts as needed for up to 37.5 hours per week.
• You will receive further communication via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for notices.

• Valid Lifeguard Certification issued by the American Red Cross, YMCA, United States Lifesaving Association, or other authority recognized by the Pennsylvania Department of Health.
• Valid certifications in standard first aid and adult, child, and infant CPR.

• PA residency requirement is currently waived for this title.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

• Pass a background investigation.
• This position falls under the provisions of the Child Protective Services Law.
• Under the law, a conditional offer of employment requires submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports, including PA State Police clearance, PA Child Abuse history clearance, and FBI Fingerprint clearance.

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed; the information must be provided on the application (e.g., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration.

• Pennsylvania law provides employment preference for qualified veterans for many state and local government jobs.
• To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, visit (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./​employment/​how‑to‑apply.html and click on Veterans.

• 711 (for hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law.

All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

• Completing the application to includes all supplemental questions serves as your exam for this position; no additional exam is required.
• Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and responses to supplemental questions.
• Your score is valid only for this specific posting.
• Provide complete and accurate information. Incorrect or incomplete information may lower your score or lead to disqualification.
• You may apply/test only once for this posting.
• Your results will be provided via email.