What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lifeguard (Denny Ferrell Riverbank State Park- NYC Region) position at Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation, Office of?
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Become a New York State Parks Lifeguard!
Our lifeguards are a vital asset to the New York State Parks system, each year protecting more than 25 million swimmers statewide. If you are at least 15 years old, a strong swimmer, love the outdoors, and have a desire to help your community all while working in some of the most scenic locations in the state, we strongly encourage you to apply.
Lifeguard positions are available statewide and all candidates must qualify annually, including returning guards.
NYC Lifeguard titles and pay rate information are as follows:
- Lifeguard 1 - $23.34
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Please review the qualifications to be a lifeguard candidate here: https://parks.ny.gov/employment/lifeguards/default.aspx
Learn about the swim and lifesaving segments of the lifeguard qualifier, the skills required, and what to bring at:
New York State: https://parks.ny.gov/employment/lifeguards/exam-information.aspx
You can start the application process by:
- Confirming you have the minimum qualifications to be a lifeguard candidate here: https://parks.ny.gov/employment/lifeguards/default.aspx
- Learning about the lifeguard qualifier, the skills required, and what to bring at: New York State: https://parks.ny.gov/employment/lifeguards/exam-information.aspx
To Apply on NYS State Jobs site:
If you meet the qualifications, (required certifications, lifesaving skills, and swim events), then fill out an employment application below and email the application to: lifeguard@parks.ny.gov.
https://parks.ny.gov/documents/employment/lifeguards/FillableUpdatedParksEmployeeApplicationS1000Part1.pdf
Additional information may be obtained by contacting New York City State Parks Regional representative below at:
New York City Region
Denny Ferrell Riverbank State Park
679 Riverside Drive
New York, New York 10031
Darren Green
(212) 694-3640
Darren.Green@parks.ny.gov
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $23.34 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- Retirement plan
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Evening shift
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- Morning shift
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person
Salary : $23
