Summer Lifeguard & Swim Safety Instructor
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Willow Lake Day Camp
Hopatcong, NJ (In Person)
$46,935 Salary, Full-Time
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Join the team at Willow Lake Summer Day Camp as a Lifeguard & Swim Safety Instructor. This is a great opportunity for high school and college students looking for a fun, active summer job with consistent weekday hours. Our lifeguards work across four heated pools and a small Waterfront beach. They help create a safe and positive environment for campers while gaining valuable leadership and safety experience. Why Lifeguards Love Working at Willow Lake Work outdoors all summer in a fun camp environment Gain leadership and teaching experience Build lifeguarding and water safety skills Be part of a supportive and energetic aquatics team Make a real impact keeping campers safe Lifeguard Responsibilities Provide structured swim instruction during morning swim periods Supervise afternoon open swim for campers Maintain constant visual surveillance of swimmers Enforce pool rules and safety procedures Respond quickly and appropriately to emergency situations Work collaboratively with fellow lifeguards and aquatics leadership Serve as a positive role model for campers Requirements Must be at least a current high school sophomore Current Lifeguard Certification required before June 22, 2026 Available Monday-Friday for the full camp season (39 days) Attend Mandatory Training on Sunday, June 14th. Comfortable working outdoors in summer conditions Reliable, attentive, and safety-focused Schedule & Benefits June 22
- August 14, 2026 (Camp closed July 3) Monday-Friday only No nights or weekends Consistent schedule
- approximately 40 hours per week Paid even on rainy days Lunch provided daily Transportation provided from select towns Staff referral bonuses available
- Willow Lake does not provide housing to staff
Pay:
$2,400.00- $5,200.
Benefits:
Referral program Application Question(s): Are you available ALL camp dates? (June 22nd-August 14th) Where are you located? Are you currently Lifeguard Certified? If not, are you willing to obtain your own certification?Work Location:
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