Job Title: Lifeguard
Purpose: supervise waterfront programs, assess and mitigate risk. Other duties as assigned.
Reports to: Waterfront Coordinator
Dates: May 24 – September 4, 2021
About Camp Fire Minnesota
With nature as our catalyst, we energize youth to discover their spark so their futures glow brighter.
Youth spend 90% of their time indoors. Camp Fire Minnesota addresses this challenge by delivering culturally relevant, nature-based programs to youth of all backgrounds at Tanadoona, Camp Bluewater, and throughout the community. We help youth “light their spark within” through summer camp, environmental education & STEM classes for schools, and community-based out-of-school time nature programs.
We are proud to offer inclusive and welcoming programs to youth in the community, including free and reduced rate programs and a scholarship program. As a result of their Camp Fire experience, 93% of youth report valuing nature and stewarding the environment.
Our 2021 summer camp at Tanadoona in Chanhassen is expected to serve more than 2,800 youth this year. This program offers youth and teens progressive, nature-based learning through day, premium day, and leadership development camps. (Due to COVID-19, we are not offering our Resident Camp programs this year but expect these to return in 2022). Tanadoona is an ACA accredited camp.
About This Position
Lifeguards have a lot of responsibility and are ultimately the ones we rely on for the safety of campers and staff at the waterfront.
Primary Responsibilities:
• Implement Waterfront Programming including: open swim, water trampoline, boating, and fishing
• Maintain safety and order at the waterfront
• Carry out established roles for supervising camper health and enforcing camp safety regulations
• Maintain good public relations with camper families and the Tanadoona community
• Assist with paperwork regarding incident and accident reports
• Assist in ensuring the cleanliness of the site, bathrooms, and other camp buildings
• Act as a general counselor when necessary
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Ability to respond appropriately to first-aid and waterfront safety situations
• Ability to teach/review waterfront standards with campers
• Ability to work with a variety of different groups, from many different backgrounds
• Maintain Camp Fire Minnesota standards at all times
Minimum Qualifications:
• 1-year of post-secondary schooling or equivalent
• Current Lifeguard certification or ability to obtain one before start date. • Experience leading waterfront programs
• Good character, integrity, and adaptability
Desired Availability:
• Available to attend General Staff Training starting May 24. Last day of work is September 4.
Pay Range:
• $10-12.50 per hour
Application Process:
Submit an application online at www.tanadoona.org/work-at-camp
• Please direct questions to tomc@campfiremn.org (include the position title in the subject line)
• Fax: 952-378-1661
• Mail: Tanadoona, 3300 Tanadoona Dr, Excelsior, MN, 55331
Camp Fire Minnesota is strongly committed to addressing environmental justice. We encourage candidates with diverse experiences and backgrounds, Black, Indigenous and people of color, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and unemployed persons to apply.
Lifeguard
Posted: January 14, 2021 by MAEE Administration
Category: Camp Fire Minnesota
Job Title: Lifeguard
Purpose: supervise waterfront programs, assess and mitigate risk. Other duties as assigned.
Reports to: Waterfront Coordinator
Dates: May 24 – September 4, 2021
About Camp Fire Minnesota
With nature as our catalyst, we energize youth to discover their spark so their futures glow brighter.
Youth spend 90% of their time indoors. Camp Fire Minnesota addresses this challenge by delivering culturally relevant, nature-based programs to youth of all backgrounds at Tanadoona, Camp Bluewater, and throughout the community. We help youth “light their spark within” through summer camp, environmental education & STEM classes for schools, and community-based out-of-school time nature programs.
We are proud to offer inclusive and welcoming programs to youth in the community, including free and reduced rate programs and a scholarship program. As a result of their Camp Fire experience, 93% of youth report valuing nature and stewarding the environment.
Our 2021 summer camp at Tanadoona in Chanhassen is expected to serve more than 2,800 youth this year. This program offers youth and teens progressive, nature-based learning through day, premium day, and leadership development camps. (Due to COVID-19, we are not offering our Resident Camp programs this year but expect these to return in 2022). Tanadoona is an ACA accredited camp.
About This Position
Lifeguards have a lot of responsibility and are ultimately the ones we rely on for the safety of campers and staff at the waterfront.
Primary Responsibilities:
• Implement Waterfront Programming including: open swim, water trampoline, boating, and fishing
• Maintain safety and order at the waterfront
• Carry out established roles for supervising camper health and enforcing camp safety regulations
• Maintain good public relations with camper families and the Tanadoona community
• Assist with paperwork regarding incident and accident reports
• Assist in ensuring the cleanliness of the site, bathrooms, and other camp buildings
• Act as a general counselor when necessary
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Ability to respond appropriately to first-aid and waterfront safety situations
• Ability to teach/review waterfront standards with campers
• Ability to work with a variety of different groups, from many different backgrounds
• Maintain Camp Fire Minnesota standards at all times
Minimum Qualifications:
• 1-year of post-secondary schooling or equivalent
• Current Lifeguard certification or ability to obtain one before start date. • Experience leading waterfront programs
• Good character, integrity, and adaptability
Desired Availability:
• Available to attend General Staff Training starting May 24. Last day of work is September 4.
Pay Range:
• $10-12.50 per hour
Application Process:
Submit an application online at www.tanadoona.org/work-at-camp
• Please direct questions to tomc@campfiremn.org (include the position title in the subject line)
• Fax: 952-378-1661
• Mail: Tanadoona, 3300 Tanadoona Dr, Excelsior, MN, 55331
Camp Fire Minnesota is strongly committed to addressing environmental justice. We encourage candidates with diverse experiences and backgrounds, Black, Indigenous and people of color, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and unemployed persons to apply.
Job Title: Lifeguard
Purpose: supervise waterfront programs, assess and mitigate risk. Other duties as assigned.
Reports to: Waterfront Coordinator
Dates: May 24 – September 4, 2021
About Camp Fire Minnesota
With nature as our catalyst, we energize youth to discover their spark so their futures glow brighter.
Youth spend 90% of their time indoors. Camp Fire Minnesota addresses this challenge by delivering culturally relevant, nature-based programs to youth of all backgrounds at Tanadoona, Camp Bluewater, and throughout the community. We help youth “light their spark within” through summer camp, environmental education & STEM classes for schools, and community-based out-of-school time nature programs.
We are proud to offer inclusive and welcoming programs to youth in the community, including free and reduced rate programs and a scholarship program. As a result of their Camp Fire experience, 93% of youth report valuing nature and stewarding the environment.
Our 2021 summer camp at Tanadoona in Chanhassen is expected to serve more than 2,800 youth this year. This program offers youth and teens progressive, nature-based learning through day, premium day, and leadership development camps. (Due to COVID-19, we are not offering our Resident Camp programs this year but expect these to return in 2022). Tanadoona is an ACA accredited camp.
About This Position
Lifeguards have a lot of responsibility and are ultimately the ones we rely on for the safety of campers and staff at the waterfront.
Primary Responsibilities:
• Implement Waterfront Programming including: open swim, water trampoline, boating, and fishing
• Maintain safety and order at the waterfront
• Carry out established roles for supervising camper health and enforcing camp safety regulations
• Maintain good public relations with camper families and the Tanadoona community
• Assist with paperwork regarding incident and accident reports
• Assist in ensuring the cleanliness of the site, bathrooms, and other camp buildings
• Act as a general counselor when necessary
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Ability to respond appropriately to first-aid and waterfront safety situations
• Ability to teach/review waterfront standards with campers
• Ability to work with a variety of different groups, from many different backgrounds
• Maintain Camp Fire Minnesota standards at all times
Minimum Qualifications:
• 1-year of post-secondary schooling or equivalent
• Current Lifeguard certification or ability to obtain one before start date. • Experience leading waterfront programs
• Good character, integrity, and adaptability
Desired Availability:
• Available to attend General Staff Training starting May 24. Last day of work is September 4.
Pay Range:
• $10-12.50 per hour
Application Process:
Submit an application online at www.tanadoona.org/work-at-camp
• Please direct questions to tomc@campfiremn.org (include the position title in the subject line)
• Fax: 952-378-1661
• Mail: Tanadoona, 3300 Tanadoona Dr, Excelsior, MN, 55331
Camp Fire Minnesota is strongly committed to addressing environmental justice. We encourage candidates with diverse experiences and backgrounds, Black, Indigenous and people of color, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and unemployed persons to apply.