Lifeguard, DCNR - Pine Grove Furnace State Park

Salary

$17.38 Hourly

Location

Cumberland County, PA

Job Type

Civil Service Seasonal Full-Time

Job Number

CS-2026-50604-20094

Department

Department of Conservation & Natural Resources

Division

CN Pine Grove Frn St Prk

Opening Date

05/28/2026

Closing Date

6/10/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

20094

Position Number

Multiple positions may be filled from this posting.

Union

Non Union

Bargaining Unit

98

Pay Group

ST01

Bureau / Division Code

00386310

Bureau / Division

CN Pine Grove Frn St Prk

Worksite Address

1100 Pine Grove Road

City

Gardners, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

17324

Contact Name

OA, CE Section Intake Division

Contact Email

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THE POSITION

Join Department of Conservation and Natural Resources as a Lifeguard at Pine Grove Furnace State Park and help create a safe, welcoming place for visitors. This role will let you spend your days outdoors while protecting swimmers and supporting a family-friendly environment. You will take action when needed and help keep the beach area running smoothly. Be part of a team that helps every visitor enjoy a safe and memorable park experience.

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DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position supports visitor safety by monitoring swimming areas, responding to emergencies, and maintaining safe conditions throughout the beach area. You will help to ensure that all park guests can enjoy the water with confidence. As a Lifeguard, you will perform the following duties:

• Area Monitoring: Patrol swimming areas and observe visitors to prevent accidents and maintain order
• Rescue Response: Recognize signs of distress and perform lifesaving rescues using approved techniques
• Emergency Care: Provide first aid and CPR to injured or distressed visitors when needed
• Rule Enforcement: Ensure compliance with swimming rules and explain guidelines to visitors
• Safety Inspection: Check equipment and swimming areas to confirm they are safe and in proper condition
• Documentation Duties: Prepare written reports describing activities, conditions, and incidents

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position 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.
• 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.
• All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant's own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information.

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 and click on Veterans.

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Preferred

Job Industries

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