Head Lifeguard​/Housekeeping

Overview

THIS IS A TEMPORARY FULL-TIME SUMMER DAY CAMP POSITION

Location: 570 152nd St., South Sioux City, NE 68776

May 27, 2026 through July 24, 2026

Pay Rate: $85.00 Per Day

depending on experience

The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet the human needs in His name without discrimination.

The Head Lifeguard is responsible for maintaining strict safety rules and procedures at the pool and waterfront, while at the same time creating an atmosphere of fun for the swimmers and boaters. Properly maintain the pool and waterfront areas.

• Set up buddy system for swimmers
• Plan fair and effective system of consequences for rules broken
• Create interesting presentation of rules & safety procedures
• Conduct swim tests, help supervise pool or waterfront activities as per schedule
• Help with daily cleaning and maintenance of all aquatic areas - pool, changing rooms, equipment rooms, Waterfront dock and equipment
• Participate in all staff meetings, evening programs and devotions. Assist with program components as needed

• General maintenance and cleaning of the guest cottages, chapel, offices, hallways and bathrooms

This position is responsible for the Lifeguards

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

They will assist in creating a Christian atmosphere and support the infusion of Christian Outreach through the programming. Preferred 6 months related experience in a personal relationship with Christ and working with youth. This individual must be of good character, mature and able to uphold the Christian standards and ministries of The Salvation Army in all areas of job responsibilities.

No Education or Experience needed. Will provide on the job training.

Current Lifeguard Certification and Waterfront Skills Certificate or ability to pass by May 28, 2020.

Must pass all applicable background checks. English proficiency sufficient for communication with supervisors, co-workers, clients and customers. Must be at least 18 years of age (BFOQ) and have at least two years lifeguard experience. Supervisory experience preferred.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to, kneel, crouch, or crawl and occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

The employee must have the ability to identify and distinguish colors due to each swimmer receiving a colored wristband to signify which area of the pool they are allowed to be in.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions. The employee frequently works in high, precarious places, and is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

All employees recognize that The Salvation Army is a church and agree that they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission.

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to revisions at the discretion of the employer.