Lifeguard Seasonal Bendigo State Park
Lifeguard Seasonal Bendigo State Park
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Job Description
THE POSITION
We are looking for talented and qualified candidates to become part of our team at Bendigo State Park. In the role of a lifeguard you will be essential in safeguarding the health and safety of our park visitors. Your duties will include overseeing the swimming zones upholding park policies and addressing any emergencies that arise. This position offers a thrilling chance for individuals with outstanding water rescue abilities and a love for outdoor activities to positively impact the community.
Watch thisvideo to see how Lifeguards make Pennsylvania a better place to work live and play!DESCRIPTION OF WORK
Working as a Lifeguard at Bendigo State Park involves patrolling observing and monitoring visitor activity at swimming areas. You will need to recognize when swimmers are in distress and be able to rescue them using accepted lifesaving techniques. Additionally you will be expected to utilize first aid artificial respiration and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). Inspection of buoys ropes first aid equipment and supplies and other safety equipment will also be one of your duties.
Interested in learning more Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.
Work Schedule and Additional Information:- Seasonal fulltime employment without benefits. The season runs from May through September.
- Fulltime and parttime schedules available
- Work hours are 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM with a 30minute lunch
- Work schedule will vary 37.5 hour work week weekends holidays and all shifts will be required.
- 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
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 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.
- 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/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspxand click the Veterans Preference tab or contact us at .
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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.EXAMINATION INFORMATION
- 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 once for this posting.
- Your results will be provided via email.
Employment Type
Full-Time
