Head Lifeguard, Appleby Summer Day Camps 2027

Head Lifeguard(Seasonal)

Seasonal, Summer CampPrograms

Part-time preparation:December 2026–June 2027

Full-time contract:June 28–August 27, 2027

Compensation: $26.65–$33.35 per hour

ARE YOU LOOKING FOR ANAMAZING SUMMER JOB?

Come Join Us! SummerCamps at Appleby College provide coeducational opportunities to developadvanced skills and promote interactive skills among participants. EachAppleby camp has the use of superb facilities and offers access to excellentinstruction. In all programs we emphasize individual development,participation, co-operation, and fun!

Appleby College offers Early Discovery Camps,Arts & Media Camps, Science & Success Camps and Sports & AdventureCamps. For a listing of all summer programs offered, please visit: Appleby College's SummerCamps.

The HeadLifeguard for the Appleby Camp is responsible for overseeing activitiesin the pool areas to prevent accidents and provide a safe environment tocampers. The Head Guard is also responsible for providing leadership &training to the lifeguard team as well as assisting in making the weeklyprogram schedule for the pool and lifeguards.

WHATIS AMAZING ABOUT THIS JOB:

• Supervisethe pool area including staff team of 3 – 5 lifeguards and recreational campswim program
• Organize, plan, and coordinate all aspectsof program area that can be done prior to summer including purchasing first aidsupplies, lifeguard training, camp set up, cross-camp pool scheduling andsub-committee work
• Ensurethe safety and health of campers and staff while at the pool area
• FollowAppleby’s Camp Lifeguarding procedures to provide a safe environment whileexceeding customer service expectations
• Communicateregularly with the swimming staff to ensure awareness of any physical,psychological, emotional and/or medical limitations of campers and/or staffthat could affect their safety in the water
• Provideregular review and practice of the emergency procedures on site by all staffboth during pre-camp before the swim program begins and during the summer season
• Performregular assessments and classifications of the swimming ability
• Assistin maintaining daily records and inspections of the pool facilities
• Checkthe pool areas and all required safety equipment on a daily basis
• Conductswim breaks and enforce pool/Appleby policies

YOUWILL BE A GREAT FIT IF YOU:

• Havepool deck supervisory experience
• CurrentLifesaving Society Swim Instructors and Lifesaving Society LifesavingInstructors qualifications
• CurrentNational Lifeguard Service (NL)
• Havevalid Intermediate First Aid Training and CPR- C or higher required
• AquaticSupervisory Training (AST) or aquatic qualifications an asset (Pool Operator,Aquatic Safety inspector, NL Instructor, Lifesaving instructor, swiminstructor, instructor trainer) or Airway Management certification would beconsidered as an asset
• Experiencelogging detailed incident/accident reports
• Havestrong multi-tasking and problem-solving abilities in a fast-paced environment
• Proveninclusive programming
• Areenergetic and enthusiastic
• Possesslife-guarding experience within a camp and pool setting is preferred
• Acquiredknowledge of computer software programs including Microsoft Outlook, Word,Strong Excel skills, Camp Brain, Access databases

WHAT WE WILL OFFER TO MAKE THIS JOB AMAZING:

• Competitivecompensation for the camping industry
• Dailylunch & coffee/tea, Friday continental breakfast
• Employeediscount available for immediate dependents in Summer Camps
• Welcoming,inclusive environment
• After-workaccess to fitness facility including spin, yoga and HIIT training studios
• ApplebyCamp uniform including staff shirts, name tags and lanyards included
• ComplementaryStaff socials such as: Canoeing, rock climbing, trivia night, awards dinner
• Opportunityto explore your lesson plans in a fun summer environment
• Opportunityto network within the Appleby community
• Beautifulenvironment and natural surroundings on our campus with its amazing facilitieslocated on the shore of Lake Ontario

WORK SCHEDULE

Training &Pre-Camp

• Monthlymeetings and planning assignments: approximately 8 hours per month, beginningDecember 2026 until the full-time contract begins. Times determined by groupconsensus.
• Friday,June 4, 2027: Evening
• Saturday,June 5, 2027: Full Day
• Sunday,June 6, 2027: Full Day
• Saturday,June 26, 2027: Full Day

Camp Session Dates& Hours

• CampWork: as assigned Monday June 28 to Friday August 27, 2027 (excluding holidays)

Mondayto Friday 8:15am to 4:15pm

MandatoryOrientation Meeting First day of each Week 7:30-8:15am

As a condition ofemployment, a Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening and validStandard First Aid and CPR – C is required.

We work to embed diversity,equity, and inclusion principles and practices as an integral and foundationalpart of Appleby’s culture and are committed to building a team that representsa variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills making us better together.

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