Water Safety Coordinator - Allegany Region

DUTIES:

The incumbent will work under the direction of the Park Manager 1 (Regional Safety Manager), SG-18, for the Allegany Region to assist in the execution of the regional water safety program. Duties will be performed at all swimming facilities within the Allegany Region (Long Point on Chautauqua Lake, Allegany State Park Red House Area, Allegany State Park Quaker Run Area) and will include, but are not limited to: Assist in recruiting, interviewing, testing, hiring, and evaluation of water safety personnel (lifeguards) as directed. Assist with pre-season orientation and training for incoming lifeguard staff. Work with facility management to ensure that beach facilities are setup properly and on schedule. Review prospective lifeguard certifications for compliance with established agency qualifications. Perform regular inspections of all regional swimming facilities, maintain accurate records of findings, and facilitate correction of deficiencies. Ensure that lifeguards are appropriately performing established in-service training requirements by reviewing training logs and conducting training as needed. Maintain communication with facility management regarding issues and needs for their swimming facilities and assigned lifeguards. Ensure applicable forms and logs are completed in accordance with established recordkeeping requirements. Assist with lifeguard and beach equipment and uniform inventories, and other administrative tasks as needed.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Certification as a Waterfront Lifeguarding Instructor (Red Cross or equivalent•) •Acceptable equivalent programs would include those that provide candidates with New York State Department of Health recognized certifications.

OPERATIONAL NEEDS

Must have lifeguarding experience or experience in the oversight of a swimming program or facility. Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license that allows the candidate to legally operate a motor vehicle in New York State as a term and condition of employment. Must have a working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Excel, Outlook, and other basic computer skills. Must be willing to work a variable schedule including weekends and holidays. Must occasionally travel to other parks within the region for training and operational needs.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

Current certification as a First Aid and CPR/AED Instructor.

BENEFITS

There are various benefits that a seasonal employee is entitled to, based on their time worked with the agency: New York State Retirement Plan Membership Eligibility Health Insurance and Vacation/Sick/Personal Time Off eligibility after a period of service. Tuition Assistance Programs

HOW TO APPLY

If you feel you meet the minimum qualifications and the agency's operating needs, and are interested in being considered for this vacancy, you can obtain an Employment Application from your local park office, your region's administrative headquarters or you can download an application from the NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation by visiting the website at: www.parks.ny.gov/employment Please forward your application and resume to: Paula Barber Allegany State Park 2373 ASP Rt. 1, Ste. 3 Salamanca, NY 14779 Or by email to allegany.employment@parks.ny.

gov with the subject line:

"Water Safety Coordinator"

Pay:

$28.76 per hour

Work Location:

In person