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Lake Erie Lifeguard Supervisor, DCNR

Salary

$20.38 Hourly

Location

Erie County, PA

Job Type

Civil Service Seasonal Full-Time

Job Number

CS-2025-30322-20092

Department

Department of Conservation & Natural Resources

Division

CN Presque Isle St Prk

Opening Date

07/23/2025

Closing Date

8/5/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

20092

Position Number

Multiple positions may be filled from this posting.

Union

Non Union

Bargaining Unit

98

Pay Group

ST01

Bureau / Division Code

00386220

Bureau / Division

Bureau of State Parks, Presque Isle State Park Complex

Worksite Address

301 Peninsula Dr., Ste. 1

City

Erie, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

16505

Contact Name

OA, CE Section Intake Division

Contact Email

[email protected]

+ Description

+ Benefits

+ Questions

THE POSITION

Are you a dedicated and experienced lifeguard, who is ready to take on a supervisor role? If so, we invite you to apply for the Lake Erie Lifeguard Supervisor role for our current summer 2025 season. Join us for a rewarding summer where you can make a difference in the lives of guests while leading a team dedicated to maintaining a safe and enjoyable environment.

Watch this video (https://www.youtube.com/embed/OHwAA-iZsdU?&rel=0) to see how Lifeguards make Pennsylvania a better place to work, live and play!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

Lake Erie Lifeguard Supervisors oversee a team of lifeguards while also fulfilling their own lifeguard responsibilities. Your role encompasses public safety tasks and includes supervising and training lifeguards who patrol, observe, direct, and monitor designated beach areas along Lake Erie at Presque Isle State Park, with the primary goal of preventing accidents and ensuring the safety of visitors.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description (https://careers.employment.pa.gov/pd/PD\_NEOGOV.asp?p=00055147) .

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

+ Seasonal full-time employment, with no healthcare benefits available

+ Work days will vary, employee will work 5 of 7 days per work week, to include weekends, holidays and all shifts as needed

+ Overtime occurs frequently at the end of a shift or may be called in early to a shift.

+ 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 job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration);or

+ An equivalent combination of experience and training.

Special Requirements:

+ This position requires al 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.

+ This position requires all employees must obtain valid certifications in standard first aid and adult, child, and infant CPR within 14 days of employment.

+ This position requires all positions require possession of a valid motor vehicle license.

Other Requirements:

+ PA residency requirement (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) is currentlywaived for this title.

+ 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 willnotbe 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.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.

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/testoncefor this posting.

+ Your results will be provided via email.

Learn more about our Total Rewards by watching this shortvideo (https://www.youtube.com/embed/HtcSRnndflc?rel=0) !

See the total value of your benefits package by exploring ourbenefits calculator.

Health & Wellness

We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*

Compensation & Financial Planning

We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.

Work/Life Balance

We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*

Values and Culture

We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.

Employee Perks

Sometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.

For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visitwww.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.

*Eligibility rules apply.

01

Do you possess a current driver's license which is not under suspension?

+ Yes

+ No

02

If yes, please provide the issuing state, expiration date, and your license number.

03

Have you been employed by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as a Lake Erie Lifeguard for two or more swimming seasons (two months in each season)?

+ Yes

+ No

04

If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.

05

Do you possess experience as a lifeguard at an ocean, Lake Erie, or other large lake with conditions similar to Lake Erie over two or more swimming seasons (two months in each season)?

+ Yes

+ No

06

If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.

07

If you answered No to the above question, do you possess experience as a lifeguard in any other setting over three or more swimming seasons (two months in each season)?

+ Yes

+ No

08

If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.

09

CS-INSTRUCTIONS You must complete the supplemental questions below. These supplemental questions are the exam and will be scored. They are designed to give you the opportunity to relate your experience and training background to the major activities (Work Behaviors) performed in this position. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may delay the processing of your application or result in a lower-than-deserved score or disqualification. Youmustcomplete the applicationandanswer the supplemental questions. Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score.

All information you provide on your application and supplemental questions is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty. If requested, you must provide documentation, including names, addresses, and telephone numbers of individuals who can verify the validity of the information you provide in the application and supplemental questions.

Read each question carefully. Determine and select which "Level of Performance" most closely represents your highest level of experience/training. List the employer(s)/training source(s) from your Work or Education sections of the application where you gained this experience/training.The "Level of Performance" you choose must be clearly supported within the description of the experience and training information entered in your application or your score may be lowered.In order to receive credit for experience, you must have worked in a job for at least six months in which the experience claimed was a major function.

If you have read and understand these instructions, please click on the "Yes" button and proceed to the exam questions.

If you have general questions regarding the application and hiring process, please refer to ourFAQ page (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) .

+ Yes

10

Do you have at least three months of experience as a lifeguard in a rough water setting (e.g., ocean, Presque Isle, or similar setting)?

+ Yes

+ No

11

Do you have at least three months of experience as a lifeguard in an open water setting (e.g., lake or comparable)?

+ Yes

+ No

12

Do you have at least three months of experience as a lifeguard in a pool setting?

+ Yes

+ No

13

Have you ever administered CPR on a human?

+ Yes

+ No

14

Have you ever administered first aid to an individual who had a serious injury (e.g. unconsciousness, severe bleeding, sprain, break, neck or back injury, etc.)?

+ Yes

+ No

15

Have you ever worked (volunteer or otherwise) as an EMT?

+ Yes

+ No

16

Have you ever had a job that required you to work with the public on a one-to-one basis?

+ Yes

+ No

17

Have you ever had a job that required you to work with groups of people?

+ Yes

+ No

18

Have you ever participated in a search and rescue operation?

+ Yes

+ No

19

Were or are you a member of a swim team?

+ Yes

+ No

20

Have you successfully completed (or do you expect to complete prior to employment) training in two person CPR?

NOTE: If you are currently enrolled in the Lifeguard Training course, check with your instructor to determine if the course you are completing will provide instruction in two person CPR.

+ Yes

+ No

21

Have you successfully completed (or do you expect to complete prior to employment) training in the use of a pocket mask?

NOTE: If you are currently enrolled in the Lifeguard Training course, check with your instructor to determine if the course you are completing will provide instruction in the use of a pocket mask.

+ Yes

+ No

22

Have you successfully completed (or do you expect to complete prior to employment) training in the use of a bag valve mask?

NOTE: If you are currently enrolled in the Lifeguard Training course, check with your instructor to determine if the course you are completing will provide instruction in the use of a bag valve mask.

+ Yes

+ No

23

Have you successfully completed (or do you expect to complete prior to employment) training in the use of a cervical collar?

NOTE: If you are currently enrolled in the Lifeguard Training course, check with your instructor to determine if the course you are completing will provide instruction in the use of a cervical collar.

+ Yes

+ No

24

Have you successfully completed (or do you expect to complete prior to employment) training in the use of a backboard and head immobilizer?

NOTE: If you are currently enrolled in the Lifeguard Training course, check with your instructor to determine if the course you are completing will provide instruction in the use of a backboard and head immobilizer.

+ Yes

+ No

25

Have you successfully completed (or do you expect to complete prior to employment) training in the Fish and Boat Commission Water Rescue Course or other boating course?

NOTE: If you are currently enrolled in the Lifeguard Training course, check with your instructor to determine if the course you are completing will provide instruction in boating.

+ Yes

+ No

26

Have you successfully completed (or do you expect to complete prior to employment) training in scuba diving?

NOTE: If you are currently enrolled in the Lifeguard Training course, check with your instructor to determine if the course you are completing will provide instruction in scuba diving.

+ Yes

+ No

27

Have you successfully completed (or do you expect to complete prior to employment) training as an EMT?

NOTE: If you are currently enrolled in the Lifeguard Training course, check with your instructor to determine if the course you are completing will provide instruction as an EMT.

+ Yes

+ No

28

Have you successfully completed (or do you expect to complete prior to employment) training as a Paramedic?

NOTE: If you are currently enrolled in the Lifeguard Training course, check with your instructor to determine if the course you are completing will provide instruction as a Paramedic.

+ Yes

+ No

29

Have you successfully completed (or do you expect to complete prior to employment) training in the American Red Cross Waterfront Module? (If yes, you must provide a valid American Red Cross Lifeguard Training Certificate within 14 days of employment).

NOTE: If you are currently enrolled in the Lifeguard Training course, check with your instructor to determine if the course you are completing will provide instruction in the American Red Cross Waterfront Module.

+ Yes

+ No

30

Do you have at least three months of experience supervising lifeguards in a surf or rough water setting such as an ocean beach or Presque Isle?

+ Yes

+ No

31

Do you have at least three months of experience supervising lifeguards in an open water setting such as a lake, creek, or comparable setting?

+ Yes

+ No

32

Do you have at least three months of experience supervising lifeguards in a pool setting?

+ Yes

+ No

33

Do you have at least three months of supervisory experience in any other setting?

+ Yes

+ No

34

Have you ever been responsible for preparing work schedules?

+ Yes

+ No

35

Have you ever been responsible for training others in lifeguarding, administering CPR or First Aid?

+ Yes

+ No

36

Have you ever been responsible for conducting training in any other subject area?

+ Yes

+ No

37

Have you ever been in charge of a search and rescue operation?

+ Yes

+ No

38

Have you successfully completed the American Red Cross Lifeguarding Instructor course? If "Yes", you must provide a valid Lifeguard Training Certificate within 14 days of employment.

+ Yes

+ No

39

Have you successfully completed the American Red Cross Lifeguard Training - Head Lifeguard course? If "Yes", you must provide a valid Lifeguard Training Certificate within 14 days of employment.

+ Yes

+ No

Required Question

Employer

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Address

613 North Street

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120

Website

http://www.employment.pa.gov