Day Camp Lifeguard/Camp Counselor

Salary: $19.40 - $19.90 Hourly Location : Burlington, VT Job Type: Temporary Seasonal Job Number: Day Camp Lifeguard/Camp Cnslr Department: Parks, Recreation & Waterfront Division: Recreation Opening Date: 03/02/2026 Closing Date: 4/30/2026 11:59 PM Eastern FLSA: Non-Exempt Bargaining Unit: Non Union General Purpose This role will act as a lifeguard 2-4 times a week, and the remaining time will act as a camp counselor. Counselor works in cooperation with the director, assistant directors, and camp counselors carrying out specific program activities. Lifeguard will oversee 26 children at most. Prior experience working with children is required. Staff training will be June 15-18, and camps will run June 22-August 14, with July 3rd off in observance of Independence Day. Union Affiliation: Non-Union Pay Grade: $19.40 - $19.90 Hourly Remote Tier 1: Zero (0) days remote/week. Essential Job FunctionsFollow all departmental and state rules and regulations. Assist in planning and instruction program. Check area for safety hazards and report deficiencies to supervisor. Attend staff meetings and staff trainings as required. Report all accidents and incidents occurring within jurisdiction to supervisor. Administer proper First Aid as required. Required to be on site 15 minutes before the program starts for setup and preparation. Required to clean up at the end of the day. Participation in the evaluation process. Develop a water safety plan with program director. Act as program lifeguard when program participants are engaged in swimming/water activities & follow all State of Vermont licensing regulations when children are swimming. Qualifications/Basic Job RequirementsAbility to actively support City diversity, equity, and cultural competency efforts within stated job responsibilities and work effectively across diverse cultures and constituencies. Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion as evidenced by ongoing trainings and professional development. Previous experience working with children in a group or individualized situation required. High School Diploma or equivalent required. College course work in education, childhood development, family studies, or recreation preferred. Ability to supervise and organize groups of children for activity programs. Ability to deal effectively with discipline problems, co-workers and supervisors. Knowledge of safety principles and practices as they apply to group activities. Knowledge of a variety recreation/leisure activities and group games. A cooperative attitude and team player. Prior First Aid/CPR/Lifeguard training. Current Lifeguard Certification. First Aid/CPR certification. Enthusiasm, patience, a desire to work with children and creativity. Ability to pass a State of Vermont Background Check for Childcare Providers and be fingerprinted as part of the process. Complete required trainings before the start of the camp program, as part of the childcare licensing. Additional Information Promoting a culture that reveres diversity and equity. The City of Burlington is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we are strongly committed to creating a dynamic and equitable work-force that mirrors the population and world that we serve. We do not discriminate on the basis of political or religious affiliation, race, color, national origin, place of birth, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, crime victim status, veteran status, disability, HIV positive status, or genetic information in employment or the provision of services. In addition to being an equal opportunity employer we actively encourage applicants who can contribute to our growing diversity to apply. Applications for our employment opportunities are only accepted online through our website. For accessibility information or alternative formats, please contact Human Resources Department at or . This is a Temporary or Seasonal Position that is Not Eligible for City of Burlington Benefits 01 Do you have a High School diploma or equivalent? Yes No 02 Are you/will you be at least 18 years of age by the start of camp on June 22, 2026? Yes No 03 Do you have experience working with children in a group or individualized setting? Yes No 04 Are you currently lifeguard certified? Yes No 05 Are you first aid certified, or able to become certified before work begins? Yes No Required Question

Created: 2026-03-10