Lake Erie Lifeguard Supervisor - DCNR

Salary: $20.38 Hourly Location : Erie County, PA Job Type: Civil Service Seasonal Full-Time Job Number: CS-2026-43291-20092 Department: Department of Conservation & Natural Resources Division: CN Presque Isle St Prk Opening Date: 02/26/2026 Closing Date: 3/11/2026 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: CN Presque Isle St Prk Worksite Address: 301 Peninsula Drive City: Erie, Pennsylvania Zip Code: 16505 Contact Name: OA, CE Section Intake Division Contact Email: THE POSITION The Department of Conservation & Natural Resources is actively seeking to recruit Seasonal Lake Erie Lifeguard Supervisors for Presque Isle State Park. In this essential position, you will not only lead a dedicated team of Lake Erie Lifeguards but also engage in lifeguarding duties yourself. Your main responsibility will be to ensure the safety of the public by supervising and training lifeguards who are responsible for patrolling, observing, directing, and monitoring a specific beach area along the picturesque shores of Lake Erie. This role is vital in preventing accidents and safeguarding the well-being of all park visitors. If you have a strong commitment to safety and thrive in a vibrant outdoor setting, we invite you to submit your application today! DESCRIPTION OF WORK In this position, you will be responsible for planning, organizing, and delegating tasks to team members, as well as preparing and signing off on their performance evaluations. You will assess the training requirements of your subordinates and facilitate opportunities for their further education and skill development. Additionally, you will demonstrate appropriate techniques and methods while holding meetings to communicate any updates regarding rules, regulations, policies, and standards that affect your team. Your role will also involve supervising and actively participating in the rescue of swimmers in distress, administering first aid or CPR to injured visitors, and enforcing the rules and regulations set forth by the State Parks. You will conduct inspections of swimming areas and safety equipment to ensure they meet safety standards for public use, operate boats or other vehicles during patrols and rescues, and monitor activities at swimming locations to maintain order and reduce the risk of accidents or drowning. Remaining vigilant at your assigned post is crucial, as you will need to continuously scan the swimming area to prevent incidents and be ready to respond to emergencies. Furthermore, you will ensure adherence to the Bureau of State Parks' swimming regulations by following established guidelines, inspecting safety equipment such as buoys and first aid supplies, and preparing detailed reports on swimming conditions, activities, and incidents. You will also lead training sessions for lifeguards to review lifesaving techniques and water safety practices, ensuring they maintain their required certifications in swimming, first aid, and CPR. 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, with no healthcare benefits available Work schedule may vary; 40 hours/week; 7 days/week operation. Work 5 or 7 days per week. Work weekends holidays; all shifts as needed. 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 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 is currently waived 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 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 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 INFORMATIONCompleting 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. Learn more about our Total Rewards by watching this short ! See the total value of your benefits package by exploring our 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 visit 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 experience must also 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 experience must also 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 experience must also 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 You must complete the supplemental questions below. These supplemental questions are the exam and will be score. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may delay the processing of your application or result in a lower-than-deserved score or disqualification. You must complete the application and answer the supplemental questions. Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be 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. 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 our 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

Created: 2026-03-04