Lifeguard

Camp Fire Columbia • Sandy, OR

23h • $85 - $100 • Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for developing, organizing, and delivering a waterfront program that is appropriate for the age and ability of the campers including swimming, duck pond boating, and creek hike programming. In addition to setting up program space, training staff on expectations while in program space, evaluating program areas and equipment for hazards and implementing safety instruction prior to use.

Requirements

• Ability to perform essential job duties with or without reasonable accommodation and without posing a direct threat to safety or health of employee or others. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. · Displays excellent communication skills including presentation, persuasion, and negotiation skills required in working with coworkers, volunteers, parents, and contractors; including the ability to communicate effectively and remain calm and courteous under pressure.
• Has a High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. We are able to hire a small number of current high-school aged staff that are at least 17-years-old, but the majority of our staff must be 18 years or older.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks, manages time and stress levels, and proactively solve problems.
• Ability to interact with campers of varying age levels.
• Ability to comprehend and interpret instructions.
• Prior to June 2026, must be able to obtain a valid Lifeguard certification, Oregon Food Handler’s card, First Aid & CPR certification and completion of Recognizing and Reporting Child Abuse online training. Will also be required to complete online training prior to arrival at camp.

Responsibilities

• This role will come in contact with campers, families, visitors, vendors and employees. Each of these persons may have visible and invisible qualities that makes that person unique. This includes race, gender, age, sexuality, ability, religion, national origin, gender identity, and other identities. This role requires sustaining an inclusive and equitable learning and working environments by having respectful and considerate behavior, thoughtful and constructive speech to all. · Ability to commit to learning and applying an equity lens to the delivery of youth programming and community building. · Work collaboratively in a team environment with a spirit of cooperation including supporting Namanu by assisting with duties outside of this role. · Open to feedback and contributing to an environment of continual learning.
• Delivers progressive waterfront program activities that meet camp outcomes and support the abilities of the campers. Activities include but not limited to swimming, duck pond boating, and creek hikes. · Ensure all participants are aware of safety and educational procedures when in waterfront program spaces and that program is appropriate for age and abilities of campers. · Inform and train camp staff about their responsibilities when in waterfront program spaces including safety procedures, how to prep their campers, and lookout training opportunities as needed.
• Assists in the management and care of the physical facilities and equipment for waterfront program areas including regular safety and security checks, communication with Waterfront Coordinator, Property Director, and Program Director and maintaining required equipment and facility records. · Conducts a daily check of the area, chemicals, and equipment for safety, cleanliness, and good repair. Ensures the security of the waterfront facilities and equipment when not in use. · Assist with general maintenance on the pool, duck pond, and off-site waterfront equipment. Schedules and works in routine cleaning of pool and pool deck as instructed by the Property Director.
• Live in assigned unit and provide additional support to unit staff and campers as needed. · Assist and participate in individual, cabin, unit, and all camp activities. · Learn, teach, and lead camp songs, games, and transitions as needed. · Support time-off coverage for unit counselors as schedule allows. · Supports Logistics team with Sunday check-in and Friday check-out.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED