For Release: Thursday, December 28, 2006
DEC Offering Tests To Fill Lifeguard Positions
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Denise M. Sheehan today announced that DEC will be offering free lifeguard tests starting Sunday, January 7, 2006, in the Adirondack and Catskill regions for anyone interested in working as a lifeguard at a DEC facility next summer. Only candidates who pass the examination will be considered for employment.
"DEC is pleased to offer these tests free of charge again this year to interested candidates," Commissioner Sheehan said. "There are many campgrounds and facilities owned and managed by DEC that offer rewarding career opportunities such as these lifeguard positions. I encourage any qualified and interested candidates to take this opportunity to apply for a seasonal position as a lifeguard this summer."
The test is open to persons aged 16 and older. Candidates must also have 20/40 uncorrected vision in each eye. The test includes an in-water demonstration of lifesaving skills and techniques and performance of the Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) single rescuer procedure. Candidates will be evaluated on a pass or fail basis. The exam may be taken at the DEC testing location most convenient to the applicant and the results will be forwarded to the preferred work location. To pre-register for an exam, contact 518-457-2500 ext. 1.
At the time of employment, all DEC lifeguards must:
- be at least 16 years of age;
- possess a valid American Red Cross (or equivalent) certification in lifeguarding, and Basic Life Support for the Professional Rescuer (BLS);
- have successfully completed the New York State DEC lifeguard test;
- have attended one of the DEC lifeguard orientations;
- have completed a personal interview with DEC; and
- submit a current certification of the applicant's physical ability to perform lifeguard duties.
The schedule for lifeguard testing is attached.
| DATE | START TIME | LOCATION |
|---|---|---|
| Sunday January 7 |
9:00 a.m. | Queensbury Elementary School 431 Aviation Road Queensbury |
| Saturday February 24 |
9:00 a.m. | Lynch Middle School Coolidge Road Amsterdam |
| Saturday March 3 |
9:00 a.m. | Holland Patent High School Elm Street Holland Patent |
| Sunday March 4 |
9:00 a.m. | SUNY Cobleskill Route 7 Cobleskill |
| Sunday March 18 |
9:00 a.m. | North Country Community College 20 Winona Avenue Saranac Lake |
| Sunday March 25 |
9:00 a.m. | Queensbury Elementary School 431 Aviation Road Queensbury |
| Saturday March 31 |
9:00 a.m. | Edwards-Knox Central School County Route 24 Russell |
| Sunday April 22 |
9:00 a.m. | Moriah Central School 39 Viking Lake Port Henry |
| Sunday April 29 |
1:00 p.m. | SUNY Delhi Konsela Hall Delhi |
| Saturday May 5 |
9:00 a.m. | Lynch Middle School Coolidge Road Amsterdam |
| Saturday May 12 |
9:00 a.m. | Kingston High School 403 Broadway Kingston |
| Saturday June 2 |
9:00 a.m. | Queensbury Elementary School 431 Aviation Road Queensbury |
PREREGISTRATION IS REQUIRED AT (518) 457-2500 ext. #1
Candidates must arrive before the specified start time. Testing will begin promptly and on time. Late arrivals will not be accepted.
| DATE | TIME | LOCATION |
|---|---|---|
| Saturday May 19 |
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. | Queensbury Elementary School |
| Saturday June 9 |
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. | Holland Patent High School |
| Saturday June 16 |
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. | Queensbury Elementary School |
