Camp Lifeguard

Camp Lifeguard (Security)

Day Camp Ihduhapi in Loretto, MN is seeking enthusiastic and responsible Camp Lifeguards, age 16+, to lead groups of campers through aquatic activities such as swimming, canoeing, kayaking, paddle boarding, and more at Day Camp and Overnight Camp. This position is seasonal (June 8 – September 4, Monday–Friday, with some required staff training June 1–5). Pay rate is $17.00 per hour. The ideal candidate enjoys working outdoors and with kids.

Preference will be given to candidates with experience who can work through the end of the summer and attend all staff training. The YMCA may help coordinate necessary certifications, but lifeguard certification is required before performing duties. A variety of bus stop locations are available with an option for staff to be paid to ride the bus. Bus locations include:
Plymouth, Maple Grove, and St. Louis Park.

This position reports to the Program Director, who reports to the Senior Program Director or Executive Director. The incumbent may take direction from a Camp Manager or Assistant Camp Director and interacts with camp staff, campers, volunteers, families, and diverse communities.

• Minimum age 16.
• Current nationally accredited lifeguard certification (applicable to the body of water being guarded). The YMCA may help coordinate certification, but it must be completed before performing lifeguard duties.
• Certification required within 45 days of hire:
  Oxygen Administration.
• Physically capable of performing all lifeguard skills; ability to learn basic watercraft skills (carrying and paddling).
• Ability to hear noises and distress signals in aquatic environments with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Ability to see and observe all sections of the assigned zone with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Demonstrated ability to recognize swimmers and paddlers needing assistance; respond and remedy unsafe situations.
• Ability to communicate with all ages and levels of swimmers; work with diverse populations.
• Dedicated to member safety and YMCA mission and philosophy.

• Ability to pass lifeguard water test.
• Must be able to remain alert in environments with temperatures up to 90 degrees or higher.
• Must be able to sit or stand for extended periods.
• Ability to perceive, identify, and respond to signs of distress; react calmly and effectively in hazardous situations.
• Observe all areas of the water with clear vision; perform rescues and survival skills; undertake strenuous physical tasks required for water rescues (including swimming long distances and moving heavy loads).
• Communicate verbally and project voice across distances in normal and loud situations.
• Concentrate for extended periods as needed.

This job description represents the major functions of the position but is not all-inclusive. The incumbent may also take direction from branch representatives for projects or duties deemed necessary for the location or Association.