State Parks - Claytor Lake State Park - Chief Beach Ranger - Open Until Filled

Hourly Rate: $17.00

About the role

Join the Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) in preserving what people care about most – access to the outdoors, natural habitats, open spaces, clean water, and safe infrastructure. Claytor Lake is accepting applications for a Chief Beach Ranger position.

Provide a safe and enjoyable experience in our beach area. Provide guests with answers to questions about the park and its rules and regulations regarding the swimming area. Perform potentially lifesaving actions such as water rescues and CPR. Assist with supervising other lifeguards, biweekly training for other guards, assisting with scheduling, and communicating with supervisory staff about issues and concerns with the performance or attitude of other employees.

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe environment for guests in the swimming area.
• Inform guests of rules and regulations regarding swimming and being in the swimming area.
• Perform lifesaving actions to ensure guest safety.
• Assist with the supervision of staff, conducting training, and assisting with scheduling.

Requirements

• Knowledge and experience in lifeguarding.
• Ability to pass a lifeguard certification course.
• Ability to perform under stressful situations.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.

Qualifications

• Previous experience of lifeguarding or currently possess an up-to-date lifeguard certification.
• CPR/First Aid experience.
• Ability to work holidays and weekends.
• Experience with supervision of staff.
• Experience conducting training.

Additional Information

• Employment in all Virginia State Parks positions is contingent upon satisfactory completion of a criminal history background check.
• Selected candidates must complete the I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification Form. DCR participates in E-Verify.
• A valid State Driver's License is required if operating a state or personal vehicle for agency business.
• Wage/seasonal positions are not eligible for benefits and are limited to 1,500 hours from May 1 to April 30.

Benefits

DCR classified, retired, and wage staff (after six months of service) are entitled to overnight facility discounts, such as:

• Free parking or admission to all Virginia State Parks.
• Free camping outside of the Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day period in sites designed for up to six people.
• Free camping Sunday night through Thursday night (excluding the night before a holiday) from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day.
• Fifty percent discount on cabins (up to 3 bedrooms) outside of Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day, for a maximum of 14 nights. All reservations require a two-night minimum. Bunkhouses, camping cabins, and yurts are included; one-night yurt stays only receive a 25% discount.