Camp Aquatics/Lakefront Specialist (3805)

This position is responsible for:

Serves as a lifeguard for all camp waterfront operations; provides constant surveillance of waterfront activities; maintains the cleanliness of the pool and lake area; monitors and controls the chemical levels of pool water, ensuring proper levels are maintained at all times; prepares pool records accurately and completely; plans swimming activities at camp's pool and waterfront.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provides emergency lifesaving assistance to swimmers; performs lifesaving C.P.R. and first aid in accordance with certified practices and procedures; contacts emergency medical assistance when needed; stays with victims until emergency medical assistance takes over care of the victim.
• Performs all duties in accordance with prescribed regulatory compliance guidelines as well as American Camp Association accreditation standards.
• Assist in maintaining swimming pool and lakefront programs.
• Ensures the camp staff and campers are aware of and adhere to safety and educational procedures in boating by assisting in the implementation of staff training for boating, training other staff on their boating responsibilities, and ensuring that campers and staff follow safety procedures for boating.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

Ability to meet attendance requirements. Ability to read, write, and communicate the English language. Ability to swim and perform lifesaving activities. Some physical requirements of the Camp Lifeguard - Aquatics/Lakefront position include endurance, which involves climbing, standing, bending, stooping, and stretching. Eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity are required to manipulate lifeguard equipment and perform various activities. Requires a normal range of hearing and eyesight to record, prepare, and communicate appropriate camper activities/programs, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Have a willingness to live in a camp setting and work irregular hours delivering a program at the available facility. Operate in daily exposure to the sun, heat, and varying environmental conditions

Why Work for Us:

Since 1907, The Salvation Army has been operating camp programs across the southeast region of the United States. Today, The Salvation Army has eight camps in the South and over 40 across the country. Working at a Salvation Army camp isn't like other summer jobs. You will earn an income, you will receive invaluable job experience, and you will make friendships that will last you a lifetime - but, unlike most other summer jobs, you will also powerfully impact the life of a child or teen for the better. At Salvation Army camps, disadvantaged kids (in particular) have three square meals a day, have an opportunity to further develop social skills, learn creation care, feel valued, and encounter God's love. You will never regret saying "yes" to camp this summer. Apply for a Salvation Army camp and be part of something bigger than yourself: making lives better in Jesus' name.

Additional Information:

• Camp Staff Orientation will be held June 8 - 14, 2026 , and participation is required. The 2025 summer Camp program session will be held June 15 - July 25, 2026 . If you are unable to work the entire session, please let us know on your application.
• All employees recognize that The Salvation Army is a church and agree that they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission.
• To apply, please select the "Apply Now" icon indicated on the job posting.

• One year of experience working as a lifeguard is preferred, or

• Any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

License and Certifications:

Certification as a Lifeguard by a nationally recognized certifying body, Life Saving Certification.

C.P.R. and First Aid Certification.

If operating a motorized watercraft, have a Valid State Driver's License and have completed a boat safety course.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Veterans Disabled