Lifeguard (Heckscher State Park, Hither Hills State Park, Montauk Downs State Park, Orient Beach State Park, Robert Moses State Park, and Sunken Meadow State Park - Long Island Region)
New York State
AgencyParks, Recreation & Historic Preservation, Office of
TitleLifeguard (Heckscher State Park, Hither Hills State Park, Montauk Downs State Park, Orient Beach State Park, Robert Moses State Park, and Sunken Meadow State Park - Long Island Region)
Occupational CategoryNo Preference
Bargaining UnitPSNU - Professional Services Negotiating Unit (UUP)
Salary RangeFrom $24.04 to $24.04 Hourly
"Other" Explanation Part-Time / Full-Time, Monday - Sunday, 8:30 AM to 8:30 PM
Workday
Street Address Heckscher State Park, Hither Hills State Park, Montauk Downs State Park,
Orient Beach State Park, Robert Moses State Park, and Sunken Meadow State
Duties Description We're Hiring!
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 17 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.
* Candidates must be at least 17 years of age by the date of the test – no exceptions.
All applicants must preregister: Long Island Region Lifeguard Qualifier - New York State Parks - Long Island Region - Lifeguard Qualifying Procedure - Booking by Bookwhen
Lifeguard is a full-time or part-time, temporary position that assists the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation, and Historic Preservation (OPRHP) in ensuring the safety of patrons swimming at park’s beaches and pool.
Duties include, but are not limited to:
• Provide water surveillance, guard pool areas, protect swimmers
• Initiate and respond to swimmer-in-distress signals, perform resuscitation and other First Aide procedures
• Evacuate swimming area in response to dangerous or emergency situations.
• Performing other related duties as assigned.
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
Preferred qualifications:
Must be 17 years old by June 8, 2025, and must have at least 20/70 uncorrected or 20/40 corrected vision in each eye.
Additional Comments OPERATIONAL NEEDS:
• Must be available to work weekends and holidays
• Must be at least 17 years old by June 8, 2025
• Must possess the ability to work independently or on a team
• Must be able to perform physically demanding work for extended periods of time outside in the sun and run, jump and swim.
• Must be willing to keep current on all mandated safety trainings, including First Aid and CPR/AED for the professional rescuer or equivalent.
Within the Long Island Region, lifeguard roles are available at:
Montauk Downs State Park
50 South Fairview Ave
Montauk, NY 11954
Hither Hills State Park
164 Old Montauk Hwy
Montauk, NY 11954
Orient Beach State Park
40000 Main Rd (Route 25)
Orient, NY 11957
Sunken Meadow State Park
Route 25A & Sunken Meadow Parkway
Kings Park, NY 11754
Heckscher State Park
Heckscher Parkway
East Islip, NY 11730
Robert Moses State Park
Robert Moses State Parkway
Babylon, NY 11702
BENEFITS:
This position has the option to join the NYS Employee’s Retirement System and may be eligible for health insurance, dental and vision coverage. There is opportunity for paid time off in the form of vacation, sick, personal and holiday leave after time and service requirements has been met.
To learn more about our benefits, visit: https://parks.ny.gov/employment/benefits.aspx
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Email Address longisland.employment@parks.ny.gov
Address
Street Heckscher State Park, Hither Hills State Park, Montauk Downs State Park,
Orient Beach State Park, Robert Moses State Park, and Sunken Meadow State
City Montauk, Orient, Kings Park, East Islip, Babylon
Notes on ApplyingIf you meet the qualifications, (required certifications, lifesaving skills, and swim events), you can download an application: https://parks.ny.gov/regions/long-island/default.aspx and email it to: longisland.employment@parks.ny.gov
Please include ‘Lifeguard’ and the name of the park for which you are applying for in the subject line of your email.
Applications will be accepted until 4PM on June 6, 2025.
All qualified persons are invited and encouraged to apply. It is the responsibility of each applicant to accurately describe their experience and demonstrate that they meet the minimum qualifications and agency operating needs.
POSTING DATE: April 24, 2025
REGISTRATIONS ACCEPTED UNTIL: June 6, 2025 @ 4:00 PM
An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Agency