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New Jersey State Park Service

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Work for the State Park Service Aquatics Program

Operating nine swim areas in state parks and forests throughout New Jersey takes a full team of dedicated individuals specializing in aquatics management and lifesaving. Whether you are an experienced lifeguard, or are in high school looking for your first summer job, look no further than the New Jersey State Park Service's Aquatics Program.


Available Positions

Lifeguard
Lifeguards

Starting Salary $18.50 per hour ($19.50 per hour for Island Beach)
Vacancies Available Statewide

Description Lifeguard positions are anticipated at nine swimming areas across the state. While candidates must pass running and swim tests prior to employment, prior experience is not necessary. Paid training is provided and each lifeguard will receive a U.S. Lifesaving Association certification.

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Junior Lifeguards
Junior Lifeguards

Starting Salary $17 per hour
Vacancies Available Statewide

Description Junior lifeguards are hired at 15 years old and will work on skills training, giving new recruits a head start on their training. Junior lifeguards cannot perform lifeguard duties for the public until age 16.

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Lifeguard Trainer

Starting Salary $25 per hour
Vacancies 2 (Central Region & Southern Region)

Description Responsible for training and certifying lifeguards in American Safety and Health Institute Advanced First Aid, BLS, oxygen administration, the use of an automatic external defibrillator, and bloodborne pathogens.

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Water Safety Supervisor

Starting Salary $27 per hour
Vacancies 2 (Central Region & Southern Region)

Description Provides support and expertise for the efficient operation of all lakefront beaches within the region and ensure that lifeguard training procedures and standards are consistent.

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