Program Specialist - Head Lifeguard

Featherrivercamp; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant team at an outdoor camp nestled in the Sierra Nevada mountains! This role as a Program Specialist offers a unique opportunity to lead and facilitate fun activities for campers, from archery to line dancing. You will develop valuable skills in leadership and communication while working in a beautiful natural setting. Enjoy competitive pay, meals, and housing while making a positive impact on the lives of youth and families. If you have a passion for adventure and community building, this is the perfect summer job for you!

Benefits

Meals provided

On-site housing

Competitive pay

Team-building activities

Qualifications

• Experience in facilitating and leading small groups is essential.
• Strong customer service skills and a friendly demeanor are required.

Responsibilities

• Plan, facilitate, and supervise daily recreation activities.
• Ensure camper safety and happiness while providing engaging activities.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Customer service

Group facilitation

Education

Lifeguard certification

Job description

JOIN OUR TEAM AT OAKLAND FEATHER RIVER CAMP!

Are you ready for an unforgettable summer filled with adventure, teamwork, and meaningful experiences? Oakland Feather River Camp (OFRC) is looking for passionate, hardworking, and enthusiastic individuals to join our camp staff for the 2024 season! Nestled in the scenic Plumas National Forest, OFRC is a place where nature, family, and community come together to create lifelong memories for campers and staff alike.

WHY WORK AT OFRC?

• Make a Difference: Positively impact the lives of campers and create a welcoming, inclusive environment for all.

• Live and Work in Nature: Enjoy the breathtaking beauty of the Sierra Nevada mountains while working in a vibrant, outdoor setting.

• Develop Skills: Gain valuable leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills that will benefit you in any career path.

• Be Part of a Team: Work alongside dedicated and fun-loving staff members who share a passion for adventure and community building.

• Competitive Pay & Perks: Salary varies by position. Meals and on-site housing are provided at no cost for the duration of your employment.

Position Overview: Program Specialists are the area coordinators and key leaders of the Program Department, responsible for planning, facilitation, and supervision of daily recreation activities at Oakland Feather River Camp. Program Staff ensure campers are safe and happy at all times, providing activities that range from archery to line dancing to tug of war. Program Specialists will assist the Program leadership with coordination of their specific areas and provide coverage for each other. A good sense of humor, strong customer service skills, and a friendly demeanor are a must! This role oversees the OFRC swimming hole, lifeguard team, and aquatic programming. Candidates should be lifeguard certified.

Minimum Qualifications: Applicants must have experience and interest in facilitating, teaching, or leading small groups, working with youth and families, and in customer service. In the afternoon and evening, you will join your fellow Program team in planning, facilitation, and supervision of recreation activities. A good sense of humor, strong customer service skills, and a friendly demeanor are essential!

Dates of Employment: May 28 - August 2, 2025

Pay Range: $710-910 weekly

**Additional work may be available for some Program staff through September 2, 2025.

OUR HIRING PHILOSOPHY

Oakland Feather River Camp is an equal opportunity employer. We believe an inclusive and diverse workforce is invaluable. OFRC encourages applications from all qualified individuals. The OFRC team is most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and we understand that candidate may be someone who comes from a less traditional background. If that is you, we encourage you to apply and tell us more about yourself! Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, so apply early to secure your interview.

COVID-19 VACCINATION

We require that our on-site staff be fully vaccinated and undergo regular testing in order to provide a safe experience for our campers and staff as well as uninterrupted operations throughout the summer. Staff who are unable to be vaccinated will be required to wear a mask when in any building or within 6’ of others.