Lifeguard

Overview

Recruiting Opportunity Closes: 02.08.2026

Hourly Wage: $450.00/Week

Hours Per Week: 40

Status: Exempt / Full Time - Temporary / Seasonal (JUNE 16 - AUGUST 15, 2025)

Number of Positions: 1

Department: Camp Kuratli at Trestle Glen

Position: Lifeguard

Supervisor: Camp Director / DYCS

The Salvation Army Mission Statement:

The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

Camp Kuratli at Trestle Glen Mission Statement:

The Salvation Army Camp Kuratli at Trestle Glen will be a Christian sanctuary of rest, discovery, and growth for the neediest children in Oregon and Southern Idaho.

Application Instructions:

Complete the online job application, upload a resume.

To apply online go to:

To apply in person go to 8495 SE Monterey Ave, Happy Valley, OR 97086. Bring a resume and complete the job application provided to you. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.

Questions, contact Capt. Edgar Azueta at edgar.azuetavationarmy.org or call . Capt. Azueta is the sole point of contact for questions regarding this position.

Recruiting Accommodation Statement:

To obtain assistance with accommodations related to the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) concerning your application process, please contact or email thq.reporting.linevationarmy.org, attention Eric Hansen or Sheila Jordan.

SCOPE OF POSITION: Under direction of the Head Lifeguard, provide a safe and fun swimming experience while adhering to state and local operating procedures for the pool.

EDUCATION AND

WORK EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum High School Graduate or equivalent required.
• Prior experience preferred.
• Hold current standard lifeguard, CPR, AED and first aid certifications.
• Lifeguarding experience or 1 summer/year-round at pool.
• Have a current Oregon Food Handlers Card.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Good character, integrity, and adaptability.
• Detail-oriented, Self-starter, Team Player.
• Ability to diffuse stressful situations with campers.
• Possess skills to assist in swim class general pool games and free swim sessions.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and maintain poise under pressure.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate well in the English language.
• Visual and auditory ability to identify and respond to environmental and other hazards at all times.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide supervision, support, and motivation to all staff.
• Coordinate with the Nurse and leadership team for possible medical transportation as needed. May be asked to drive or accompany hospital transport of campers or staff.
• Turn in all camper-related forms promptly, such as, but not limited to, seeker forms, incident forms, safety reports, Notice of Concern, and Observation Logs.
• Provide a written weekly evaluation of Pool Watcher staff under your care, outlining their strengths and struggles, to the Head Lifeguard.
• Set a good example for campers and others including language, cleanliness, punctuality, sportsmanship, and table manners.
• Responsible for routine daily cleanliness of public and personal spaces.
• Participate and/or assist in all summer camp programs as requested e.g., chapel, staff meetings, campfire, camp-wide games, night-watch, free-time, electives, rise and shine duty, etc.
• Last-day clean-up you will be responsible for the cleanliness of all living spaces and program areas under your assigned care.
• Enforce respect for personal property, camp equipment, and facilities.
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with all staff, volunteers, and campers.
• Enforce adherence to camp and Salvation Army policies and procedures.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by Leadership.
• Ability to observe camper behavior, assess its appropriateness, enforce safety regulations and emergency procedures.

General Duties:

• Assist in weekly swim tests for campers on the first day of camp.
• Supervise all swimming activities during camp sessions and enforce pool rules.
• May plan and lead swim elective.
• Assist in pool games for cabin activities and other scheduled swim events.
• Help vacuum at minimum one pool each day on an alternating basis in collaboration with the Service Crew.
• Maintain cleanliness of pool house, pool deck, and surrounding areas.
• Help complete 3 water chemical tests for each pool daily in collaboration with the Service Crew.
• Log cleaning supplies and equipment, testing chemicals, and water recreation equipment.
• Participate and/or assist in all summer camp programs as required e.g., chapel, staff meetings, campfire, camp-wide games, night-watch, free-time, electives, rise and shine duty, etc.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, hike, and twist continuously for a long period.
• Ability to grasp, push, and pull objects.
• Physical ability to respond to a variety of situations. Must be able to assist campers…