Head Lifeguard

Position Overview Provide high quality aquatics-based opportunities for all participants while fostering an environment of fun and creating memories that will last a lifetime. Key Responsibilities Lead department staff, including admin items such as scheduling and training Teach aquatics-based merit badges and lessons; presenting to group sizes of 2-24 youth Turn in advancement paperwork to supervisor in a timely manner Assist with the set-up, maintenance, and take down of program areas Provide First Aid as needed Model the Scout Oath and Law in daily interactions Maintain a clean, organized, inspected, neat, and safe work area Perform additional duties assigned by SBR leadership Abide by policies and procedures outlined in the SBR staff handbook Qualifications Minimum age: 18+ Current lifeguard certification (Red Cross etc.) - provided Required 1+ yr. leading teams, prefer 1+ Summit employment Preferred: Previous training experience Willing to become a registered Scouting America member (includes background screening) Comfortable using Microsoft Teams for daily work-related communication Physical & Practical Requirements Ability to stand, walk, swim, and paddle up to 8 hours daily and ability to lift/move up to 50 pounds Complete the Annual Health and Medical Record, including height/weight guidelines Housing: 10'x12' platform tent in Staff Camp | Uniform: Summit Staff Uniform | Work Hours: 45-55 Desired Traits High emotional intelligence (such as self/social awareness and team dynamics) Positive and cheerful attitude with a strong customer-service focus Adaptability in a fast-paced environment with ability to learn/develop hard and soft skills Ability to connect with individuals from diverse age groups, maturity, and backgrounds

Created: 2026-03-10