Lifeguard, DCNR (Seasonal) - Little Buffalo State Park

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is seeking Seasonal Lifeguards for Little Buffalo State Park to ensure public safety at the swimming pool. Responsibilities include monitoring activities, administering first aid, and maintaining safety standards. This seasonal role offers both full-time and part-time schedules, running from May through September.

Qualifications

• Valid Lifeguard Certification from recognized authority required within 14 days of employment.
• Certifications in standard first aid and CPR for adults, children, and infants must be obtained within 14 days.

Responsibilities

• Patrol and monitor swimming areas to ensure safety.
• Administer first aid and CPR as needed.
• Complete incident reports and maintain safety equipment.

Skills

Lifesaving techniques

First aid

CPR

Vigilance

Job description

NOTE: THIS IS A REPOSTING OF (CS-2025-22848-20094). IF YOU APPLIED UNDER THE PREVIOUS POSTING WHICH WAS OPEN FROM APRIL 7, 2025 TO APRIL 20, 2025, YOU CANNOT SUBMIT A NEW APPLICATION.

We are currently seeking Seasonal Lifeguards for Little Buffalo State Park, under the Department of Conservation & Natural Resources. In this vital position, you will be responsible for ensuring public safety by patrolling, observing, directing, and monitoring activities at the swimming pool. Your efforts will help maintain order and guarantee the safety of all visitors enjoying the park. Do not miss this opportunity—apply today!

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In this position, you will be responsible for patrolling, observing, directing, and monitoring activities at the Little Buffalo State Park Pool Complex, either from designated stations on the shore or within the water itself. Your primary objective will be to maintain order and reduce the risk of accidents or drowning among swimmers and other visitors to the park. You will need to be vigilant in recognizing swimmers who may be in distress or require assistance, employing established lifesaving techniques to rescue them when necessary. It is crucial to remain alert at your assigned post, continuously scanning the swimming area to prevent accidents and to be ready to respond swiftly in case of an emergency. Any rescues, accidents, or incidents must be reported to your supervisor immediately, and you will be responsible for summoning additional help as needed. Completing incident reports promptly, thoroughly, and legibly after each event is an essential administrative duty. You will also administer first aid, artificial respiration, and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) to injured visitors, ensuring you are proficient in techniques for adults, infants, and children. Compliance with the Bureau of State Parks' swimming rules and regulations is mandatory, and you will assist park patrons by explaining these guidelines. Regular inspections of safety equipment, including buoys, floats, ropes, and first aid supplies, will be part of your responsibilities to ensure everything is in proper working order. Additionally, you will assess swimming areas for unsafe conditions to guarantee they are safe for public use. You will prepare and submit written reports detailing swimming conditions, activities, and incidents, ensuring that all necessary forms, such as daily logs, first aid logs, pool inspection sheets, and water quality forms, are completed accurately and submitted to the lifeguard supervisor or park manager. A thorough understanding of the DCNR Lifeguard Manual is essential, and you will participate in orientation and training sessions to review and enhance your knowledge of the Bureau of State Parks' protocols.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in theposition description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Seasonal Full-time employment without benefits. The season runs from May through September.
• Full time and Part-time schedules available
• Shift hours and days vary due to operational need, with a 30-minute lunch
• Weekends, holidays and all shifts as needed at 40 hours per week
• 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.

QUALIFICATIONS
Special Requirements:

• All employees must obtain a valid Lifeguard Certification issued by the American Red Cross, YMCA, United States Lifesaving Association, or other 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.

Other Requirements:

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

Legal Requirements:

• 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.
• In accordance with Act 153 of 2014 this position is required to complete Child Abuse, Criminal and Federal Criminal History Checks around the time of hire and thereafter every 5 years.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will notbe 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.

Veterans:

• 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 towww.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans’ Preference tab or contact us [e-mail].

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

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

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.


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, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
• Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
• Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
• You must provide complete and accurate information or:
  • your score may be lower than deserved.
  • you may be disqualified.
• You may only apply/test oncefor this posting.
• Your results will be provided via email.