For Release: Friday, December 19, 2008
DEC Lifeguard Tests Begin January 4
Positions Available at Campgrounds Throughout the Catskill and Adirondack Parks
People interested in employment as lifeguards at New York State Department of Environmental Conservation facilities next summer will be given free lifeguard tests in the Adirondack and Catskill regions starting Jan. 4, 2009, Commissioner Pete Grannis announced today.
"There are many great employment opportunities available in DEC campgrounds and facilities across the state," said Grannis. "The tests for qualified candidates will be offered free of charge again this year to give all those interested an opportunity to work as a lifeguard at one of these sites this summer."
Candidates must pass the examination to be considered for employment. The test is open to those aged 16 and older. It 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. Pre-registration is required.
At the time of employment, all DEC lifeguards must:
- Be at least 16 years old.
- Possess a valid American Red Cross (or equivalent) certification in Waterfront Lifeguarding, and CPR for the Professional Rescuer.
- Have successfully completed the New York State DEC lifeguard exam.
- Have attended one of the DEC lifeguard orientations.
- Have completed a personal interview with DEC.
- Submit a current certification of the applicant's physical ability to perform lifeguard duties.
The exam may be taken at any DEC testing location convenient to the applicant and the results will be forwarded to the preferred work location. To pre-register for an exam, or for further information, contact DEC by phone at 518-457-2500 ext. #1, e-mail at lfgdinfo@gw.dec.state.ny.us , or visit the campground website.
The schedule for lifeguard testing is listed below.
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation 2009 Lifeguard Testing Dates And Locations
Pre-registration is required - (518) 457-2500 ext. #1
or email lgfdinfo@gw.dec.state.ny.us
Exam locations will be open one hour prior to exam start time for candidates to become familiar with the pool and testing equipment. Exams will begin promptly and on time. Late arrivals will not be accepted.
| Date | Start Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Sunday January 4 |
9:00 a.m. | Queensbury Elementary School 431 Aviation Road Queensbury |
| Saturday February 21 |
9:00 a.m. | Queensbury Elementary School 431 Aviation Road Queensbury |
| Sunday February 22 |
9:00 a.m. | SUNY Cobleskill Route 7 Cobleskill |
| Saturday March 7 |
9:00 a.m. | South Lewis High School East Road Turin |
| Sunday March 15 |
9:00 a.m. | Queensbury Elementary School 431 Aviation Road Queensbury |
| Saturday March 28 |
9:00 a.m. | SUNY Potsdam Maxcy Hall Complex Potsdam |
| Saturday April 4 |
9:00 a.m. | Herkimer High School 801 West German Street Herkimer |
| Sunday April 5 |
9:00 a.m. | Moriah Central School 39 Viking Lane Port Henry |
| Sunday April 19 |
1:00 p.m. | SUNY Delhi Konsela Hall Delhi |
| Sunday April 26 |
9:00 a.m. | Paul Smiths College Route 30 Paul Smiths |
| Saturday May 2 |
9:00 a.m. | Lynch Middle School Coolidge Road Amsterdam |
| Saturday May 9 |
9:00 a.m. | Kingston High School 403 Broadway Kingston |
| Saturday May 30 |
9:00 a.m. | Queensbury Elementary School 431 Aviation Road Queensbury |
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation
Lifeguard Testing
625 Broadway, Third Floor
Albany, New York 12233-5253
518-457-2500 ext. #1
lfgdinfo@gw.dec.state.ny.us
campground website
