Job Information
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Lifeguard Supervisor (Seasonal) - Blue Knob State Park in Imler, Pennsylvania
Reference #: 4393637
Are you looking for an exciting summer job that pays well and allows you to work outdoors? How about becoming a Lifeguard Supervisor at a pool? If you are a responsible and mature individual who can enforce swimming rules and regulations while ensuring the safety of others, the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Bureau of State Parks, has the perfect opportunity for you. Join our team as a Lifeguard Supervisor and make a difference during the summer season.
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
As the supervisor of lifeguards and patron safety at Blue Knob State Park's pool, your main responsibilities will include training and overseeing the lifeguards, maintaining communication with the Park Manager, and ensuring a safe environment for swimmers. You will also be responsible for maintaining order at the pool and creating a schedule for the lifeguards. Your role will require you to lead by example and uphold the highest standards of conduct and attitude for your team. Additionally, you will need to prepare the duty schedule well in advance to ensure smooth operations.
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
- Full-time seasonal employment, 37.5 hours a week, without benefits
- Work schedule will vary, employee will work 5 of 7 days per work week.
- Must be available weekends, holidays, and all shifts as needed.
- Salary:* *In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
- Two seasons of experience as a Lake Erie Lifeguard (commonwealth title); or
- An equivalent combination of experience and training.
Special Requirements:
- All employees must obtain a valid Lifeguard Certification or Lifeguard Management 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 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.
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.
How to Apply:
- 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.
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 to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Vet rans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.
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.