Department of Conservation and Recreation

Full-time Positions Available at DCR

The following DCR positions are being recruited. Unless otherwise stated in the job announcement, to be considered for a listed position, you must complete and submit an electronic state application by the close date stated in the job announcement.

Generally applications must be made through the RMS (Electronic State Application); however, in some instances (State Parks Positions only) we will accept paper applications. The paper applications can be downloaded from this link. Please refer to the individual recruitment for specific requirements.

Full-time, salaried employment offers the choice of healthcare plans; vacation, family/personal and sick leave; sickness and disability plan, employer-paid life insurance; retirement; and deferred compensation with employer match. Certain positions require a criminal background check and/or a Conflict of Interest Financial Statement. Law-enforcement positions require a fingerprint-based FBI investigation. DCR is an EEO/AA/ADA Employer.

E-Verify Notice: After accepting employment, new hires are required to complete an I-9 form and present documentation of their identity and eligibility to work in the United States.
Effective June 1, 2011, agencies in the Commonwealth of Virginia's Executive Branch will use the E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.

For additional information on these openings please contact hr@dcr.virginia.gov.

For seasonal/hourly positions at state parks, directly contact the State Park of interest for information on these job opportunities.

You can find positions available throughout Virginia at Virginia Jobs.

2013 Seasonal Summer Employment, Lifeguards – Chippokes Plantation State Park, Open Until Filled

Open Until Filled

DUTIES: Supervise daily activities of lifeguards and pool complex. Schedule lifeguardS to work staggering shifts to support pool bather load. Coordinate with the Business Manager to provide swim lesson for all levels, and assist with the development of a junior lifeguard program. Periodically review lifeguards skills & proficiency level of to ensure they can adequately demonstrate various rescue techniques. Assist with backwashing, water balancing and facility maintenance. Enforce all pool complex rules and codes, and ensure the safety and well being of park guests. Must be willing to work weekends & holidays. Must provide own uniform.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Must have current Red Cross or YMCA Lifeguard Certification, and current First Aid & CPR for Professional Rescuer. skills, knowledge of swimming pool operations and ability to work harmoniously with public and park staff while enforcing all swimming pool rules, codes, and regulations. Must possess physical ability/dexterity to perform all physical aspects of this position. Previous Supervisory work experience preferred.

COMPENSATION: Commences at $9.00 per hour (Salary is Negotiable)

Training: The successful applicant will be required to attend and successfully complete the following paid training seminars:

•Chippokes Employee Orientation and Safety Training, Saturday, May 14 (8 hours) •Va. State Parks FOCUS for Excellence in Customer Service (TBA)

EMPLOYMENT PERIOD: Seasonal Position May - September

LIFEGUARD

DUTIES: Performs lifeguard duties at Chippokes Plantation State Park swimming facility to ensure safety and protection of pool guests. Other duties include, but are not limited to, pool cleaning, bathhouse cleaning, Must be willing to work weekends & holidays. Must provide own uniform.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Must have current Red Cross or YMCA Lifeguard Certification, and current First Aid & CPR for Professional Rescuer. Knowledge of swimming pool operations preferred. Ability to work harmoniously with public and park staff while enforcing all swimming pool rules, codes, and regulations. Must possess physical ability/dexterity to perform all physical aspects of this position.

COMPENSATION: Commences at $7.10 per hour (Salary is Negotiable)

EMPLOYMENT PERIOD: Seasonal Position May - September

A Virginia Application for Employment form must be submitted to:

CHIPPOKES STATE PARK 695 CHIPPOKES PARK ROAD SURRY, VIRGINIA 23883

CONTACT: Gloristine Evins (757) 294-3625 email:Gloristine.Evins@dcr.virginia.gov

Application Deadline: Open Until Filled. A blank application form may be downloaded from the following link: http://dcrintra.dcr.virginia.gov/DCR Public/Jobs/Application.doc

DCR is an E-Verify Employer. DCR is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, Minorities and Persons with Disabilities are encouraged to apply.