Camp Butwin: Summer Camp Lifeguard

About the Opportunity

The Minnesota JCC seeks seasonal Lifeguards for the 2026 summer camp season. Camp Lifeguards are trained people who share their special skills or expertise in their program area with the camp community by planning and leading camp programming at the pool and surrounding area. The Camp Lifeguard will be responsible for the supervision and security of the pool area following the policies and procedures of the American Red Cross in maintaining a safe and healthy pool and program. Valid American Red Cross Lifeguard certification is required through the end of camp season. Training will be provided, if needed.  

Daily Schedule:

Monday - Friday, 8-hour daily shifts, earliest arrival is 8:30am and latest departure is 4:30pm. 

Base Compensation:

$121/day (based on an 8-hour workday). Plus opportunities for additional pay/bonuses.

Essential Functions

• Responsible for being conscious of and protecting the health, safety, and welfare of all campers in any area or programs at camp.
• In addition to regularly scheduled camp days, attends and contributes to pre-camp training sessions, regularly scheduled staff meetings and training sessions once camp is in session. Participates in the open house and any family events.
• Under the supervision of the Aquatics Director, implements Aquatics programming for camp, including specialty camps, village programming, “water days”, as well as periodic after camp and weekend pool activities.
• Responsible for the maintenance of the pools, pool logs, pool equipment, and light maintenance of locker room and deck area.
• Promote safety within your area, enforce appropriate safety regulations and emergency procedures, and apply appropriate behavior management techniques.
• In conjunction with other specialists and senior camp staff, design and implement All Camp weekly and specialty programs based on the weekly themes.
• Other tasks as assigned by the camp leaders. 

Salary : $121