JOB SUMMARY: These positions located in Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area. Temporary positions not-to-exceed 1039 regular hours in a service year may be terminated sooner or extended depending on management needs. The typical seasonal entry-on-duty period for this park is June to Labor Day, but can be variable during these months due to weather conditions, project needs, or funding. Anticipated Entry on Duty June 2022 MAJOR DUTIES: EARLY CONSIDERATION: 03/04/2024. All applications submitted by 11:59 pm EST will be considered. As vacancies remain, applications received after 03/04/2024, will be considered, on an as needed basis. Serves as a lifeguard at one of three beaches, (Milford Beach, Smithfield Beach, and Turtle Beach in New Jersey), in the National Recreation Area. Responsible for public safety, water assists and rescues, enforcement of beach regulations, providing first aid and visitor information. Complies with standard operating procedures. Assists the Lead Lifeguard with planning and instruction of lifeguard skills and EMS training. Maintains EMS, rescue and other equipment. Ensures proper documentation of incidents and completion/submission of operational reports. Collects and accounts for lost/found property. At the beginning of each shift, must perform one hour of physical training, which may include but is not limited to running, swimming, and/or review of lifeguard skills. Salary GS-3 - $17.74 ph GS-4 - $19.91 ph Area Information: Located in the Pocono Mountains, just 80 miles west of New York City and 100 miles north of Philadelphia, the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area attracts over 5-million visitors each year. The 70,000-acre park also includes the Middle Delaware National Scenic and Recreation Area and 26 miles of the Appalachian National Scenic Trail. Nearby towns of Stroudsburg, PA, Port Jervis, NY, and Newton, NJ provide all services, including K-12 school, college, medical services and other community needs. Additionally, several smaller communities are adjacent to the park. Summers and winters are generally mild with average summer temperatures about 80 degrees, with some humidity, and average winter temperatures about 30 degrees. Housing in nearby communities is available for both purchase and renting. Visit the park website at www.nps.gov/dewa for more information. Questions about the position and the area can be addressed to Dustin Gunderson via email at Dustin_Gunderson@nps.gov and include the position title (lifeguard) on the subject line. IMPORTANT: Click the 'Apply for this job' button to view a complete job description.