Water Safety Coordinator - Taconic Region
- Salary: From $28.76 to $28.76 Hourly USD Hourly
- Salary Top:28.7628
- Full Time
- Public Health
- Public Safety
- Water and Wastewater Treatment
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Job Description
Duties Description
Under the direction of the Regional Safety Manager, the Water Safety Coordinator is responsible for the region’s water safety program and oversees the conduct of regional water safety activities on a seasonal basis. The incumbent will communicate on a regularly with the Regional Management Team, Regional Safety Manager and Facility Managers in addition to the Director of Water Safety as needed or requested. Duties include but are not limited to the following:
• Assisting in recruiting, testing, hiring and training of water safety personnel;
• Reviewing lifeguard certifications for acceptability;
• Assuring lifeguard Letters of Agreement are signed;
• Working with park managers on scheduling personnel as well as administering the region’s Learn to Swim program;
• Performing regular inspections of all regional aquatic facilities;
• Filing written reports with the Regional Office and the Agency Water Safety Unit;
• Recommending necessary action to achieve the safest and most efficient operation of the regional bathing facilities;
• Training supervisory lifeguards and assures that an effective In-Service training program is maintained;
• May conduct training of non-supervisory lifeguards;
• Assisting police and the State Director of Water Safety with investigations of serious accidents, submersions or drowning;
• Coordinating lifeguard equipment and uniform inventories and advises water safety equipment purchase requests for the region;
• Performing other water safety duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
The Regional Water Safety Coordinator should be certified (or obtain by an agreed upon date) as a “waterfront lifeguarding instructor” and have at least three seasons (six months) experience as a supervising lifeguard. The required practical leadership may have been with NYS Parks or an equivalent capacity in another organization. Possession of a New York State Class B Commercial Driver License is required.
Additional Comments
OPERATIONAL NEEDS:
• 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 be willing to report to other facilities if operationally necessary.
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
Learn more about our benefits for seasonal state employees, visit: https://parks.ny.gov/employment/benefits.aspx
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Closing Date/Time: 04/25/25 -
ABOUT THE COMPANY
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New York State Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation
Show moreThe mission of Parks, Recreation, and Historic Preservation is to provide safe and enjoyable recreational and interpretive opportunities for all New York State residents and visitors and to be responsible stewards of our valuable natural, historic and cultural resources.
From the shores of Long Island to the mighty Niagara Falls, New York's 180 state parks offer countless opportunities to explore your natural environment, escape from the grind of the everyday and experience exciting new adventures. Beaches, boat launches, hiking trails, campsites, and golf courses all await you!
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Come work with us, and...
- Be a part of the premier park system in the United States - with more than 250 state parks, historic sites, golf courses, swimming pools, beaches, campgrounds, marinas, trails, and museums and nature centers.
- Work in some of the most beautiful, scenic, and historic places New York State has to offer.
- Make a tangible impact on your community. Parks are for everyone, and all are welcome here: People of every age, ability, color, or creed belong here – without exceptions – yourself included! People of every kind come visit us in order to have experiences – and at OPRHP, we get to be part of these special times in truly meaningful ways. See how you can make a difference as a part of Team OPRHP!
State parks and historic sites are staffed by a core of permanent employees who work year-round to maintain these precious resources. During the peak of our operating season (May through September) the permanent staff is supplemented by several thousand seasonal employees who work to ensure that our patrons have a positive and safe experience when visiting our sites.
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