Summer Camp Lifeguard

Penn State University; University Park (TX); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A summer camp at Penn State University is seeking certified lifeguards for multiple Fridays. Responsible for ensuring the safety of children aged 6-14, applicants should have prior lifeguarding experience, reliable transportation, and complete required clearances. This role is fundamental to a safe and enjoyable camp experience.

Qualifications

• Prior experience lifeguarding for children ages 6-14 preferred.
• Must have reliable transportation to/from the Whipple Dam State Park location.

Responsibilities

• Certified lifeguard for summer camp sessions.
• Ensure safety and supervision of children during camp activities.
• Complete necessary background checks.

Skills

Lifeguarding

Experience with children

Reliable transportation

Job description

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

+ CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process (https://pennstateoffice365.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/KnowledgeBaseArticlesSha...\_sU3KzTmERfpryq0esPKQ) . Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.

+ CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. (https://pennstateoffice365.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/KnowledgeBaseArticlesSha...) Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.

+ If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click “Apply” and complete the application process for external applicants (https://hr.psu.edu/sites/hr/files/Application\_Process\_for\_External\_Applications\_Non-Penn\_State\_Employees\_.pdf) .

Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants (https://hr.psu.edu/current-employee/flexible-work-arrangements/out-of-st...\_source=workday&utm\_medium=req&utm\_campaign=Oct23&utm\_id=out-of-state) .

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

Camp Lifeguard

Summer camp is seeking certified lifeguards for six Fridays (June 21, June 28, July 5, July 19, July 26, August 2, 2025) this summer. Prior experience lifeguarding for children ages 6-14 preferred. Applicants must have reliable transportation to/from the Whipple Dam State Park location.

But what if I can only work most of the dates listed?

As long as it's at least three of the dates listed, you should still apply.

I’m interested! How do I apply?

1) Submit a complete application including a cover letter containing corresponding skills and explaining why you want to work at Shaver’s Creek summer camp via: https://hr.psu.edu/careers

2) Resume containing past work history or related positions/experiences

3) List of three references including their name, title, relationship to you, telephone number and email address

+ Tip: if you upload your cover letter and resume to start with, you don’t have to fill in the experience or school information in the PSU application separately!

+ Extra tip: you don’t need to submit references at first, but if selected to interview we will need them by the date of your on-site interview. This means you can apply then reach out to references and line them up in the between time.

This job requires the following 3 publicly available clearances:

+ PA State Police Criminal Background Check

+ PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form

+ FBI Criminal Background Check

The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusion that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity in society and nature, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusion as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.

CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS:

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here (https://police.psu.edu/annual-security-reports) .

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

EEO IS THE LAW

Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.

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