Lifeguard Certification Tests at Scarborough State Beach

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Spend your summer outside! Join our team of seasonal workers as a lifeguard, park ranger, or facilities attendant and help ensure an enjoyable experience for Rhode Islanders and other visitors to our world-class beaches and parks. Join our team. 

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All state beaches, except Scarborough North, are open daily. Get your season beach parking pass today!

Photo: Lifeguard Certification Tests at Scarborough State Beach. PHOTO: S. Petrarca

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