Keep the lakefront safe, organized, and welcoming by supervising swimming areas, monitoring campers during all waterfront activities, and responding quickly and appropriately in emergencies. This position reports to the Waterfront Lead and Camp Director.
What you’ll do
- Maintain waterfront safety: Supervise swim and boating areas during activity periods and free swims, enforce waterfront rules consistently and respectfully, and remain alert and prepared to respond at all times. Conduct head counts and swimmer checks throughout each session, and provide rescue care and first aid when necessary.
- Open and close the waterfront: Assist with daily setup and shutdown procedures, including inspecting equipment and helping ensure waterfront gear is properly maintained.
- Stay prepared for emergencies: Participate in regular safety drills and training, maintain strong rescue, CPR, and First Aid skills, and report incidents, injuries, or unsafe conditions promptly to the Head of Waterfront.
- Support campers: Encourage safe habits around the water, help campers build confidence and enjoy waterfront activities, and create an environment where every camper feels safe, included, and respected.
- Work as part of the team: Collaborate with fellow lifeguards, counselors, and activity staff. Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and camp-wide events, and assist with special waterfront programs such as regattas and swim tests.
What we’re looking for
- Age 18 or older
- Required certifications: Lifeguarding, CPR for the Professional Rescuer, and First Aid (American Red Cross or equivalent)
- Strong swimming skills and confidence in open water
- Ability to remain focused, attentive, and calm under pressure
- Maturity, a positive attitude, and a strong commitment to camper safety and wellbeing
- Preferred: Previous lifeguarding experience or experience working with youth
