Transient 4-H Camp Aquatics Lead
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Job Location:
Walker, MN - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
2 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
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Job Posting Title:
Transient - 4-H Camp Aquatics Lead
Position Type:
Transient (Fixed Term) (Seasonal)
Department:
LSUAG PL4 - GWEC - Camp Staff (Lana Craig ())
Work Location:
Camp Grant Walker Office
Pay Grade:
Temporary
Job Description:
WORK LOCATION: Grant Walker 4-H Educational Center Pollock LA.
DESCRIPTION: The Grant 4-H Educational Center seeks an experienced and dynamic certified lifeguard to provide leadership and supervision of our lifeguards and waterfront areas during 4-H Summer Camp. This individual may also serve as a lifeguard for all camp waterfront operations; provide constant surveillance of waterfront activities; ensure cleanliness of the pool and pond area; plan waterfront activities at all water areas and supervise daily swimming lessons.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Serves as Head Lifeguard and Primary Person Responsible of All Waterfront Areas & Programs
Coordinates and maintains all waterfront programs including Pool Pond Creek and Swim Lesson Program.
Provides Leadership to Lifeguard Staff and ensures all follow safety procedures at all water areas.
Provides Surveillance of pool and pond activities to help prevent injuries.
Directs & Supervises All Lifeguards to ensure compliance with all water safety rules and policies.
Supervision & Oversight of Daily Swim Lesson Program.
Maintains the cleanliness of the pool and pond area and Reports all maintenance items to Maintenance Foreman.
Maintains consistent communication with 4-H Program Coordinator and Camp Director
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of and ability to lead regular In-Service Training Opportunities for Lifeguard Staff
Knowledge of and ability to perform first aid procedures and life-saving techniques.
Ability to supervise swimmers and provide constant surveillance of pool activities to ensure swimmer safety and to respond to emergency rescue when needed.
Ability to enforce all pool rules.
Ability to build and maintain productive working relationships with other Lifeguard Staff
Ability to communicate effectively with campers camp staff 4-H Agents and adults.
Ability to react quickly and calmly in emergencies.
Ability to meet attendance requirements.
QUALIFICATIONS:
At least 18 years of age; Minimum one-year experience working as a lifeguard OR any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge skills and abilities.
Certification as a Lifeguard by a nationally recognized certifying organization (American Lifeguard Association or Red Cross).
Must complete the employee background screening process by the LSU AgCenter Human Resource Management Unit.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Long periods of standing sitting carrying stooping and stretching. Eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity to manipulate lifeguard equipment and activities are required. The ability to lift up to 50 lbs. or more. Operate daily with exposure to the sun and heat and varying environmental conditions.
SALARY AND BENEFITS: Salary will be commensurate with experience. Housing options are available on site upon request availability and job responsibility. Meals and snacks are also available.
DATE AVAILABLE: Camp session is May 25-July 30 2026. LOST Camp takes place July 30-August 2 2026. Required training period is May 14-22 2026. Camp will not be in session the week of June.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Must apply online at submit resume cover letter and two letters of recommendation to be considered complete.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: March 2 2026 or until a suitable candidate is identified.
The LSU Agricultural Center is a statewide campus of the LSU System and provides equal opportunities in
programs and employment. An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
Additional Job Description:
Competencies:
NoneSpecial Instructions:
Transient - 4-H Camp Aquatics Lead
Posting Date:
January 21 2026
Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):
March 3 2026Additional Position Information:
Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.
Benefits - The LSU AgCenter has an attractive benefits package with a wide variety of benefit options. Benefits offered include retirement multiple medical insurance options supplemental insurances (dental life long-term disability accident vision long-term care etc.) Tax Saver Flexible Benefits Plan (saves tax dollars on some childcare and medical expenses) university holidays (14 per year) generous annual (vacation) and sick leave benefits Employee Assistance Program and possible educational leave and tuition exemption for coursework at campuses of the LSU System. Specific benefits depend on job category percent effort and length of employment.
Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State Universitys partner nextSource Workforce Solutions for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment benefits payroll and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.
Essential Position (Y/N):
About the LSU Agricultural Center:
The LSU AgCenter is one of eight campuses within the broader LSU enterprise (LSU System). The LSU AgCenter includes the Louisiana Agricultural Experiment Station which conducts agricultural-based research and the Louisiana Cooperative Extension Service which extends the knowledge derived from research to the people of the state. The AgCenter is headquartered in Baton Rouge and has 12 on campus academic departments and five regions which are made up of 15 branch research stations and an extension office in each parish. For more information visit the AgCenters website at .
The LSU Agricultural Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
HCM Contact Information:
Questions or concerns can be directed to the LSU AgCenter Human Resources Management Office at or emailed .
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