Here is the link to chapters in which NY is represented:
https://www.usla.org/page/CHAPTERSNEW?
And the bylaws outlining what it means to be a chapter on page 10:
https://cdn.ymaws.com/www.usla.org/resource/resmgr/docs/bylaws_usla_revisions_12_07_.pdf
Use of USLA logo by agencies and chapters also page 10:
https://cdn.ymaws.com/www.usla.org/resource/resmgr/docs/usla__p&previsions_04_23_22.pdf
I looked up what the test is to be a lifeguard on Jones Beach. The NYSP - Long Island website lists the following:
Lifeguard Qualifying Procedure
100 yard timed swim- Suffolk County Community College- Applicant must finish swim in 75 seconds or less to continue.
50 yard Cross Chest Carry- Suffolk County Community College- 25 yard swim; 25 yard applicant carries manikin in cross-chest position in 70 seconds or less.
¾ mile (1,320yards) Timed Endurance Run- Suffolk Community College- Applicant must complete the ¾ mile (1,320 yards) run in six minutes or less. (Sneakers recommended).
Timed Ocean Swim – Jones Beach West Bathhouse Ocean Front- Applicant must complete the approximately 350-400 yard swim on prescribed open water, run-swim-run course to continue. Stopping will result in disqualification.
NOTE: All elements must be successfully completed to be considered qualified for hiring. (Not necessarily performed in this order.)