Job detail
Camp Lifeguard - Seasonal
YMCA of Central New York
PART_TIME, TEMPORARY
Posted 4/14/2026
Location
Syracuse, New York
Salary
$17 / HOUR
Core responsibilities
The lifeguard is responsible for maintaining safety at the camp waterfront and pool, including supervising swim time, boating, and fishing activities. They must also assist with camper behavior management, facility maintenance, and emergency response protocols.
Requirements summary
Candidates must be at least 18 years old and possess current certifications in lifeguarding, waterfront lifeguarding, cpr, aed, and first aid. A minimum of 1 to 3 years of guarding experience is required, along with the ability to perform physical tasks like swimming 100 yards and treading water.
high schoolTeamworkCommunicationCPRBehavior ManagementEmergency ResponseFacility MaintenanceFirst AidLifeguardingSwim InstructionAEDOxygen AdministrationCanoeingFishingBoating SafetyWaterfront Safety