Head Lifeguard, Seasonal

Company: Girl Scouts Hornets Nest Council
Location: Charlotte
Posted on: February 19, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Head Lifeguard/Seasonal Job Details Job Location: Dale Earnhardt Environmental Leadership Campus at Oak Springs Job Start and End Dates: Seasonal, June 10th-August 1st, 2026 Description Girl Scouts Hornets’ Nest Council Job Title : Resident Camp Counselor FLSA Status : Seasonal Staff Summer Camp Staff Department: Resident Camp Reports to: Director of Outdoor Programming Location: Statesville, NC Number of positions: 1 Weekly Rate: $550 Job Purpose: The Head Lifeguard is responsible for the safety of campers and staff at all waterfront activities. Lifeguards are expected to maintain lifeguard professionalism at all times. The Head Lifeguard adds to the harmonious camp operations by exhibiting positive camper engagement, oversees the scheduling of other lifeguards and helps implement daily all camp activities. Essential Functions Responsible for lifeguarding all activities at the waterfront including but not limited: boating, swimming, and the water trampoline. Responsible for checking that the waterfront facilities, equipment, and supplies are maintained in the best possible working order and reporting any findings or order lists to the Camp Director. Creating and implementing lifeguard schedules with appropriate breaks. Responsible for leading and managing a lifeguard team during aquatic and non-aquatic related programming. Ensuring all lifeguards follow all safety procedures. Conduct in-service trainings for all waterfront staff. Commitment to the continuous improvement of lifeguard skills in order to keep all campers and staff safe at aquatic activities. Maintain lifeguard professionalism at all times, including lifeguard attire, behavior on and off stand, and getting proper food and rest. Implement the mandatory breaks needed for lifeguards at the waterfront. Assisting with daily, weekly, and end of season camp cleaning responsibilities and inventory. Assists as needed throughout camp by assisting in non-aquatic programming, covering breaks, assisting in cabins to directly supervise campers, including but not limited to living in cabins with campers (as needed) and assisting with nighttime and morning routines. Manages camper behavior, enforcing appropriate safety regulations and emergency procedures, and applying appropriate behavior-management techniques. Ensures camp is providing quality and safe programming for all campers by following all policies, procedures, protocols, and health and safety standards of GSHNC, 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. Continuous requirement for professional demeanor and appropriate camp staff attire. 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. Performs other duties or assists other projects as assigned. Qualifications Required Qualifications Must be at least 18 years of age by June 1, 2025. Current Lifeguard Certification or ability to obtain certification before camp (we will provide the necessary training as needed). Adherence to all Personnel Policies for Seasonal Camp Staff. Exhibits good judgment and risk management assessment skills. Ability to work with, communicate with and teach children ages six through seventeen. Must reside on camp property during summer; may be required to live in cabins with campers as needed. 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. Satisfactory results from a criminal background check are required. Preferred Qualifications Training in Girl Scouts outdoor programs, camp counseling and/or leadership is preferred. Prior experience as a lifeguard preferred. Physical Requirements Frequent sitting, standing, walking, bending and twisting upper body. Capable of lifting up to 20lbs. 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. Willingness to live in a camp setting and work irregular hours with limited equipment and facilities, with daily exposure to sun, heat, and insects. 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 Hornets’ Nest Council. Girl Scouts Hornets’ Nest Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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