For over 100 years, YMCA Camp Cormorant has offered spirit, tradition, leadership, and exceptional facilities to campers. Founded in 1903, Camp Cormorant is one of the oldest overnight camps in the entire nation. The camp is nestled on 80 acres of wooded property with an extensive beachfront on Big Cormorant Lake. We are located approximately six miles south of Lake Park, MN, in the heart of Minnesota lakes country. No day at camp is just a typical day. The YMCA Camp Cormorant offers more than just a job - we offer the chance to make a lasting difference for the youth in our community!
The Camp Waterfront Lifeguard will plan swimming activities at the camp’s waterfront. This position will deliver swim activities that are safe, fun and appropriate to the camper’s age and abilities and will assist in the management of the physical operation of the waterfront’s facilities and equipment.
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Ensures that the American Camping Association (ACA) standards are followed
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Delivers a fun swim program to campers
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Instructs and enforces safety procedures, proper techniques, and safe use of equipment
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Directs the administration of swim tests
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Performs lifeguard duties
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Supervises the use of kayaks and paddleboards
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Conducts a daily check of the area and equipment for safety, cleanliness and good repair – informing Camp Maintenance of any issues
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Cleans the waterfront area daily keeping it free of hazards and debris
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Maintains cleanliness and organization of the lifeguard storage area
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Keeps the first aid kit updated and organized
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Reports any accidents or incidents to the Camp Coordinator and Camp Director
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Cleans, organizes and stores all equipment prior to weekends and at the end of the season
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Assists in other areas of camp as needed
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Completes end of season evaluation
2026 Camp Dates: May 31, 2026 - August 14, 2026, with the week of the 4th of July off. Must be available for the duration of the summer camp season. Room and board included.
Required Experience/Qualifications:
1. At least 18 years old
2. 6 months experience working with youth
3. CPR/First Aid Certification for Adult, Child and Infant
4. Previous lifeguarding experience preferred
No personal animals allowed on Camp premises.
Benefits
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All employees receive a free YMCA membership!
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Employees begin accruing Sick Leave immediately upon hire and Paid Time Off (PTO) after one year of employment
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403(b) Savings Plan
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12% Retirement Plan - The YMCA will automatically contribute an additional 12% of the eligible employee's monthly income into their YMCA Retirement Plan when the following requirements are met: the employee has been employed with the YMCA for two years, the employee has worked 1,000 hours during each of any two 12-month periods, and the employee is 21 years of age or older
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The YMCA of the Northern Sky is a drug-free workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Thank you for your interest in employment at the YMCA of the Northern Sky!
