Lifeguard, DCNR (Seasonal) - Pine Grove Furnace State Park

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Gardners, PA • 5d ago

Reference #: 5150064 THE POSITION Are you ready to dive into an exciting and rewarding career this summer? The Pennsylvania Department of Conservation & Natural Resources (DCNR) is looking for dedicated, vigilant, and responsible individuals to join our team as a seasonal Lifeguard at scenic Pine Grove Furnace State Park. This is more than just a job, this is your chance to spend your summer performing vital public safety work while enjoying the natural landscapes of south central Pennsylvania! Apply today to play a vital role in ensuring for a safe and fun season at Pine Grove Furnace State Park!

Watch this video to see how Lifeguards make Pennsylvania a better place to work, live and play!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK As a Lifeguard at Pine Grove Furnace State Park, your responsibilities will involve patrolling designated swimming areas to observe and monitor visitor activity at Fuller Lake Beach. You must recognize when swimmers are in distress or need assistance and take immediate action to initiate proper lifesaving methods and techniques. In addition, you will be expected to utilize first aid, artificial respiration, and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) for visitors of all ages. Inspection of buoys, ropes, first aid equipment and supplies, and other safety equipment will be another essential function in order to ensure all items are in proper operating condition.

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

Work Schedule and Additional Information: Seasonal full-time employment running from 5/25/2026 through 9/7/2026. Work hours are 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM with a 30-minute lunch. Work schedule will vary not to exceed 37.5 hours per week and will include weekends and holidays. Full-time and part-time schedules available. Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position. 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

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.

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 employmentpreferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

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.

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.

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.

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