Lead Lifeguard

Girl Scouts of Central Texas

Job Description

Job Title: Lead Lifeguard FLSA Status: Seasonal- Summer Camp Staff

Department: Camp Services Reports To: Camp Manager

Location: Camp Texlake Rate: $500/week

Job Purpose: The Lead Lifeguard is responsible for implementing safe and quality aquatic and waterfront programs for campers and staff. The Lead Lifeguard oversees the lifeguard team, manages their daily and weekly schedules, manages the pool and waterfront facilities, orders supplies as needed, lifeguards as needed, and may be required to drive a motorboat during sailing programming. The Lead Lifeguard facilitates community building within camper groups, as well as within the greater camp organization.


Essential Functions

• Oversees the waterfront and aquatic programs
• Coordinates and schedules all phases of the waterfront and aquatic programing including swimming, small craft classes, free swims, sailing, canoeing/kayaking and waterfront activities on overnights or trips and all waterfront related activities.
• Supervises and directs lifeguard staff and works in conjunction with the Program Manager in supervision and direction of the Sailing Program Facilitator.
• Develops and implements weekly in-service trainings for lifeguard team
• Leads waterfront activities and lifeguards when needed.
• Drives the camp motorboat as needed and directed for sailing programs
• Sees that the waterfront facilities, pool, equipment, and supplies are maintained in working order and reports any repairs needed
• Maintains accurate inventory records, seeing that needed supplies and equipment are ordered, repaired, and maintained.
• Works as a team with the other management through effective communication skills with management, unit staff, and Camp Manager.
• Maintains effective working relationships with staff and create harmonious relationships with campers, parents, and staff.
• Assists with the daily running of camp and activities, helping and covering as needed
• Assisting with daily, weekly, and end of season camp cleaning responsibilities.
• Provide quality camper experience that resolves concerns in a timely manner.
• Participates in and performs duties within the general camp life, including but not limited to check in, check out, all camp activities, themed days or meals, cookout, and duties at meals
• Ensures camp is providing quality and safe programming for all campers by following all policies, procedures, protocols, and health and safety standards of GSCTX, American Camp Association, Health Department, and Safety Activity Checkpoints
• Be a role model to campers and staff in attitude and behavior.
• Engages in problem-solving skills, by clarifying desired information, researching, locating and delivering findings and solutions.
• Displays professional demeanor, and integrity at all times.

• Maintains strict confidentiality and professionalism when handling sensitive information.
• Ability to effectively interact, work, and collaborate with people of various cultural backgrounds and promote an environment of inclusivity.
• Adheres to the policies of the Girl Scouts of Central Texas and promotes Girl Scouting in a positive manner to the public as well as to all internal and external customers.
• Performs other duties or assists other projects as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Must be 18+ years of age by June 1, 2026
• Adheres to Personnel Policies for Seasonal Camp Staff.
• Current Lifeguard Certification from American Red Cross is required.
• Experience as lifeguard, waterfront staff, or as swimming and/or boating instructor is required.
• Attention to detail and demonstrated ability to work under minimal supervision, as well as take initiative in making decisions.
• Proven leadership ability working with children ages six through seventeen.
• Proven ability to supervise multiple staff and continuous activities.
• Must reside on camp during summer.
• Ability to make a commitment to the philosophy of Girl Scouting, both nationally and locally.
• Ability to effectively interact, work, and collaborate with people of various cultural backgrounds and promote an environment of inclusivity.
• Yearly membership in GSUSA is required.
• Satisfactory results from a criminal background check are required.
• Texas boater's license/certification required

Preferred Qualifications

• Training in Girl Scout outdoor programs, camp activities, camp counseling, leadership, and training techniques is preferred.
• Experience with sailing activities preferred
• Fluent in Spanish and English is preferred.
• High School Diploma/GED is preferred
• Preferred age 21+ by June 1, 2026

Physical Requirements

• Frequent sitting, standing, walking, bending and twisting upper body.
• Capable of lifting up to 50lbs.
• Capable of viewing computer monitor for long periods.
• Ability to respond appropriately to emergency situations and possess strength and endurance required to maintain constant supervision of campers.
• Ability to demonstrate the prerequisites for American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification:
  • Swim 300-550 yards via freestyle or breaststroke
  • Tread water for 2 minutes
  • Complete the timed brick test for lifeguards

• Swim 15 yards underwater without surfacing

Environmental Demands

• Outdoor activity and exposure to weather.
• Continuous requirement for professional demeanor and appropriate camp staff attire.
• Continuous work as a team member and ability to work independently with some supervision.
• Willingness to live in a camp setting and work irregular hours with limited equipment and facilities, with daily exposure to sun, heat, and insects.
• Willingness to live in camp facilities that may not have AC.
• Frequent work under stress and under pressure of deadlines with overlapping projects.

Important Note: The information contained in this job description is intended to outline the general nature and scope of work being performed by an employee assigned to this position. It is not intended to be construed as a contract, or as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and capabilities required of a person employed in this capacity. Job descriptions are subject to change at the discretion of the Girl Scouts of Central Texas.


Girl Scouts of Central Texas is an Equal Opportunity Employer.


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