ODNR Seasonal Lifeguard - Indian Lake State Park

Overview

We are seeking energetic, passionate people who enjoy the outdoors for the position of seasonal (unclassified) Lifeguard within the Division of Parks & Watercraft, headquartered at Indian Lake State Park, assigned to Logan County. Address: 13156 State Route 235 N, Lakeview, Ohio 43331. To learn more about Indian Lake State Park, please visit the Ohio Department of Natural Resources property page for Indian Lake State Park (no external formatting in this description).

• Rescue swimmers in distress; enter water to aid potential drowning victims; use rescue equipment (e.g., rescue tube, rescue board, canoe) to tow/pull swimmer to safety; perform emergency first aid (e.g., CPR; control bleeding; cover victim).
• Guard designated swimming areas against drownings and related accidents; advise the public of provisions of the Ohio Revised Code and Parks & Watercraft Division rules; request public compliance; attend training sessions.
• Complete incident report forms; inspect safety equipment for repairs; maintain swimming area (e.g., pick up litter, empty trash, check restrooms and vending machines, mow grass, paint surfaces); keep supervisor informed of maintenance needs (cleaning, chemical adjustments, repairs).
• Hourly pay of $20.58.

May 2026 to September 2026.

These positions are utilized during the division's anticipated busiest season and may include weekends, evenings, and rotating shifts.

Exposure to weather; exposure to potentially hostile general public; exposure to danger in performing water rescue.

These seasonal positions will remain at step 1 of the pay range. They are not eligible for benefits (e.g., vision, dental, life, health insurance, holiday pay, vacation, sick leave, or other paid leave; shift differentials, etc.).

• American Red Cross lifeguard training certificate or equivalent (e.g., ARC Lifeguard Certificate 2, YMCA Lifeguard certificate, BSA lifeguard certificate, BSA aquatic instructor certificate, Ellis & Associates lifeguard training certificate, or nationally recognized equivalent).
• CPR certificate (cardiopulmonary resuscitation).
• If required to work longer than four months, final applicant must submit to urinalysis prior to appointment to test for illegal drug use; positive results will disqualify employment (per Ohio Revised Code Sections 3719.01 & 3719.41).

Parks and Recreation;
Natural Resources

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