Recruitment #210414-4316VR-001
Location |
Milford, CT
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Date Opened | 4/16/2021 4:00:00 PM |
Salary | $16.00 per hour |
Close Date | 6/14/2021 11:59:00 PM |
Do you enjoy providing a safe environment for others to swim and enjoy an active lifestyle?
We are seeking a dedicated and professional Lifeguard Supervisor to come work with us!
The Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) is seeking a lifeguard supervisor at Silver Sands State Park in Milford, CT.
Sandy beaches, boardwalks, seashells, and shore birds dominate the attraction to Silver Sands' beaches in Milford. Over a half mile of shoreline and three quarters of a mile of all-weather boardwalk make this a popular four-season waterfront destination.
The beautiful, gently sloping, soft sandy beach, picnic areas, train watching, diverse trail systems and salt marsh viewing platforms make the State of Connecticut DEEP parks ideal for families. Park visitors can try crabbing and fishing, look for ospreys, cranes, and herons or other waterfowl. Connecticut State Parks provide something for all members of the family! Come join a successful team that has been providing services to the public for 100 years!
Work Location: Outside at the designated swimming areas at Silver Sands State Park.
Hours of work: are 10 am to 6 pm, typically five days per week for a total of 40 hours. Weekends and holidays are mandatory. Pay rate is: $16.00/hr. No benefits.
Length of position: Memorial Day (May 28) through Labor Day (September 6).
Any inquiries regarding the status of your application for this position must be made directly to Sarah Battistini Sarah.battistini@ct.gov (860) 418-5958.
Candidates must successfully demonstrate required skills listed below. Must maintain certifications in American Red Cross Waterfront Lifeguarding. Must maintain all prerequisite, Red Cross skills, and additional state supplied training (ie. Administering Emergency Oxygen, Safe Boating, Sexual Harassment, Covid modifications) for the duration of employment.
Experience as a lifeguard or experience in a supervisory role over others is required for this position.
Please ensure that your application is complete. You will be unable to make revisions once it is submitted. Questions about the application can be sent to Emily.Kennedy@ct.gov.
In the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection, this class is accountable for acting as a working supervisor and assisting in the management of lifeguard operations as well as performing a full range of lifeguard services at swimming areas operated by the state agency.
Assists in managing the operation of the guarded designated swim area at the State Park. This includes conducting basic lifeguarding duties, handling the day to day function of a lifeguard squad, coordinating lifeguarding shifts, leading trainings, properly caring for and maintaining equipment, and communicating issues to the Park Management.
Applicants must successfully complete these skills before they can take the classroom portion of certification.
Candidates will have 2 attempts at each of these prerequisite skills:
AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.