Summer Camp Lifeguard

Timber-Lee Ministries Inc; Town of Troy (WI); On-site; USD 11,000 - 14,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing and meals

Lifeguard certification training

Residential community

Waterfront experience

Job summary

Timber-Lee Ministries Inc. is seeking a dedicated Lifeguard to supervise waterfront activities, keep campers safe, and help create a Christ-centered summer environment.

This live-in role includes housing and meals, on-site training, and opportunities to gain Red Cross Lifeguard certification through Timber-lee.

Qualifications

• Current Red Cross Lifeguard Certificate, or ability to obtain through Timber-lee training.
• Strong swimming ability and comfort in open water.
• Alertness, sound judgment and sense of responsibility.
• Interest in working with youth in a camp setting.

Responsibilities

• Serve as an alert and active lifeguard during waterfront activities.
• Maintain clean, safe, and well-organized waterfront areas.
• Participate in lifeguard training and ongoing skill refreshers.
• Welcome and assist campers, staff, and guests.
• Support the Aquatics Lead with daily operations and events.
• Assist with camper arrival and departure on weekends.
• Reflect Christ's love through actions and attitude.
• Flex into other roles as needed, including Cabin Leader.

Skills

Lifeguard certification

Strong swimming

Alertness and judgment

Responsible demeanor

Youth engagement

Live-in readiness

Job description

Description

The lake is calling. This isn't just a summer job, it's a mission.

Spend your summer on the water, keeping campers safe and helping them take on things they didn't think they could do. As a Lifeguard, you'll run lake activities, watch over every swimmer, and help build a fun, Christ-centered environment one day at a time.

If you're looking for something that actually matters, not just a paycheck, this is it.

What You'll Do

• Serve as an alert and active lifeguard during all scheduled waterfront activities
• Maintain clean, safe, and well-organized waterfront areas
• Participate in lifeguard training and ongoing skill refreshers
• Welcome and assist campers, staff, and guests
• Support the Aquatics Lead with daily operations and special events
• Assist with camper arrival and departure on weekends
• Reflect Christ's love through your actions and attitude
• Participate in camp activities planned by the Recreation and Ministry Departments, primarily after dinner hours
• Flex into other roles and temporary assignments as needed, including Cabin Leader

What You Get

• $275/week + housing and meals included
• Red Cross Lifeguard Certification available through Timber-lee training if you don't already have it
• Live on-site with a built-in community
• Waterfront experience and a certification that transfer to future jobs
• A summer that impacts lives, including your own

Important Role Details

• This is a live-in, residential role
• May include temporary reassignment to Cabin Leader or other roles based on camp needs
• Requires active participation in a Christian ministry environment

Requirements

What We're Looking For

• A professing Christian with a personal faith
• Current Red Cross Lifeguard Certificate, or the ability to obtain one through Timber-lee training
• Strong swimming ability and comfort in open water
• Alertness, sound judgment, and a strong sense of responsibility
• Interest in working with youth
• Willingness to be fully engaged in a live-in summer camp environment

Physical Requirements

• Able to work outdoors in hot and humid conditions for extended periods
• Able to lift and move up to 50 pounds

Summer Schedule

• Staff Training: June 1 – June 12
• Camp Sessions: June 13 – August 7

Why This Role Matters

You'll spend the summer responsible for something real. Guarding the waterfront builds judgment, confidence, and the kind of steadiness that shows up in everything you do afterward. You'll also be the reason a camper tries the swim test again, makes it out to the raft, or gets in the water at all.

That's a summer worth having.

Strong swimmer? Love lake life? Want to make a difference? This is your summer to dive in.

Additional Requirements

• Must be 16 years of age or older
• Employment is contingent on background and reference checks
• This role includes overnight supervision of campers in shared residential spaces, including sleeping areas