Seasonal Lifeguard

Seasonal Contractual -NO BENEFITS

Starting at $9-$14 hour/ based on experience, up to 40 hours per week

Assateague State Park (ocean)

Cunningham Falls State Park (lake)

Dan's Mountain State Park (pool)

Deep Creek Lake State Park (lake)

Greenbrier State Park (lake)

Gunpowder Falls State Park (river)

Herrington Manor State Park (lake)

New Germany State Park (lake)

Point Lookout State Park (Bay)

Rocky Gap State Park (lake)

Sandy Point State Park (Bay)

*You must select the park(s) of preference on the supplemental questionaire*

The Department of Natural Resources, Maryland Park Service, is currently accepting applications for several Lifeguards positions at State Parks across Maryland. These may include guarding swimming beaches or pools. Lifeguards perform public safety work and are responsible for protecting human life and maintaining order. The selected candidates will patrol and survey swimming areas to prevent swimmers from endangering themselves and/or others. Daily tasks include but are not limited to the following: trains daily to maintain physical standards and rescue skills, staff the Lifeguard and first aid stations, respond to beach/pool area emergencies, enforce beach/pool rules, submit daily beach/pool reports, ensure ready status of rescue equipment, may assist and rescue capsized boaters where applicable, provide information to visitors, advises the general public of park rules and regulations, and other duties as assigned. Lifeguards perform rescue work, promptly render CPR or emergency first aid, promptly report safety hazards to supervisors, and assist in maintaining routine documents or incident reports. The positions may also involve related maintenance and custodial duties, such as the cleanliness of the buildings and grounds at the pool/beach areas. Pool lifeguards are responsible for vacuuming, skimming and routine pool maintenance, and may operate water pumps and control chemical additives to ensure specified water standards. Applicants must be able to, and be willing to work outdoors in all weather conditions. The shift hours for this position may vary from park to park. Weekly hours will vary seasonally. Applicants must be available to work weekends, evenings, and holidays as scheduled.

Education:  Candidates must be at least 16 years of age

Experience: None required

Notes: Successful applicants must pass a swim test and written lifeguarding test. Applicants must have the ability to understand verbal and written instructions. Applicants must adhere to all State and Federal laws, safety regulations, and must understand and adhere to all park policies. Applicant must present a neat and clean appearance and wear issued uniform correctly. Contract start and end dates are flexible and subject to change.

Required Certifications: Possess current certification as a Lifeguard from an approved agency (such as American Red Cross or YMCA). Possess current certification in basic first aid or higher from an approved agency. Possess a current certification in AED, and adult, infant, and child CPR from an approved agency.