Lifeguard - Seasonal (11 Weeks) - Lake St. George State Park - 1191

Department of Agriculture, Conservation, and Forestry•Liberty, ME

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This is protective services work at state park beaches with responsibility for the protection and safety of visitors at the swimming facilities. An important feature of this work is recognizing potential dangers and hazards that an individual may be placed in and correcting the situation to prevent an accident or drowning. Work is performed under immediate supervision with the incumbent applying clear rules and guidelines independently.

Requirements

Sixteen (16) years of age
Successful completion of Lifeguard Competency Test
Current/valid Lifeguard Certification
Current/valid Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification
Current/valid First Aid Certification
Successful completion of the Lifeguard Academy
Applicants must be U.S. Citizens or have legal authority to work in the U.S.
Three references must be made available at the interview to include at least one work-related reference.

Nice To Haves

Current State of Maine employee (for internal application process)
Seasonal employees who do not have PRISM access should apply through the State’s career page and indicate on the application that they have previously worked for the State.

Responsibilities

Protection and safety of visitors at swimming facilities
Recognizing potential dangers and hazards
Correcting situations to prevent accidents or drowning

Benefits

13 paid holidays
12 days of sick leave
3+ weeks of vacation leave annually
Health Insurance Coverage (State pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums)
Health Insurance Premium Credit (Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%)
Dental Insurance (State pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums)
Retirement Plan (State contributes 14.11% of pay to MainePERS)
Gym Membership Reimbursement (up to $40 per month)
Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness eligibility
Living Resources Program (employee assistance program)
Forty-two (42) consecutive calendar days of fully paid parental leave (for all employees welcoming a child)
Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act
Voluntary Deferred Compensation (MaineSaves 457(b) account)
Uniforms are provided by the agency