**Date Posted:**March 9, 2026

**Position Title:**Camp Lifeguard

**Location:**YMCA Camp Kanannaq, Prince George

**Term:**Seasonal, Full-Time

**Hours:**40 hours per week

**Start Date:**June 22, 2026

**End Date:**August 28, 2026

Salary:$22.95 per hour

**Reports To:**Coordinator of Camp Programs

This position may be funded by the Canada Summer Jobs grant.

Canada Summer Jobs Criteria

• Be between 15 and 30 years of age at the start of the employment.
• Be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person who has been granted refugee status in Canada under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act.
• Be legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with relevant provincial or territorial legislation and regulations. International participants are not eligible. Recent immigrants are eligible if they are Canadian citizens or permanent resident

Nature & Scope

YMCA Camp Kanannaq is located on Nadsilnich (West) Lake, a 20 minutes drive from Prince George, BC. It is situated on 200 acres of beautiful forested lakefront property. We have a beautiful waterfront where campers spend part of each day swimming or boating, and many forested program spaces for activities such as archery, fire-building, and orienteering. During July and August, Camp Kanannaq offers day camp programs for youth ages 5-17, with one week camps for youth ages 5-15, and two and three week leadership development programs. In the spring and fall, Camp Kanannaq offers day and overnight Outdoor Education programs.

Camp Kanannaq operates as a day camp, and does not offer accommodation to staff during regular programming. Our limited indoor spaces and facilities provide a rustic setting for those who enjoy working outside. Camp Kanannaq employs 15-20 staff during the summer, with a smaller team of about 3-5 during Outdoor Education seasons. Successful Camp Kanannaq staff are self-motivated individuals whose ambition is to help children and youth develop in an outdoor camp setting, who are ready to work hard outdoors in all conditions, and who believe in 5-star customer service for all participants.

YMCA Camp Kanannaq is seeking individuals to fill the role of Lifeguard.

Camp Lifeguards are responsible for the safety and positive experience of all campers and staff at the waterfront and they ensure swimming and boating activities meet BCCA, Lifesaving and YMCA standards.

The waterfront is one of the key program areas of Camp Kanannaq and lifeguards are required to positively role model, teach and enforce waterfront safety rules and regulations for all campers and staff.

The Lifeguards are members of the program staff team at camp. The program staff team plays a crucial role in delivering engaging camp activities and assisting fellow staff with program implementation. In addition to supervising all water activities, lifeguards maintain the waterfront and all equipment, including regular cleaning and safety checks, and provide high quality programming at all times. Lifeguards may also be asked to provide support to counselors and other program staff as needed to enhance the overall camp experience and ensure a safe, supportive environment for all campers.

As with all camp staff, lifeguards must be prepared to spend long days in the sun. The waterfront team is a small group and lifeguards should be prepared to work full days on their feet in all weather conditions.

Major Responsibilities**-in this position, you will:**

• Ensure the safety of all campers and staff at the waterfront during all swimming and boating activities
• Regularly inspect, maintain, and inventory all waterfront equipment. Report issues to the Assistant Coordinator
• Successfully mitigate the inherent risk associated with camp and waterfront programming.
• Be familiar with Camp Kanannaq Emergency procedures, and be prepared to assist other waterfront staff in the case of an emergency
• Work with the other members of the program staff team to accomplish shared responsibilities including site maintenance and program delivery
• Instruct high quality programming at the waterfront, including boating, swimming, and land activities
• Be in accordance with all provincial, lifesaving and YMCA standards, policies, and procedures

Qualification**-you bring:**

• NL Certification required

• Standard First Aid and CPR C required

• Previous experience working as a lifeguard an asset

• Physical ability to do the duties required

• Class 2 Drivers License or willingness to obtain (training provided) is considered an asset

• This position may be funded by Canada Summer Jobs, therefore all successful candidates must meet the grant criteria

• Successful candidate will be required to provide 3 satisfactory references

• Successful candidates will be required to provide a current and satisfactory Criminal Record check with a Vulnerable sector search issued no later than six (6) months preceding the start date.

About YMCA BC:

By igniting belonging and championing health equity, YMCA BC strengthens the foundations of community. With over 3,000 employees and volunteers, YMCA BC serves 150,000 individuals of all ages, backgrounds and abilities across hundreds of service locations, from the Sunshine Coast to Fort St. John.

As a charity, YMCA BC promotes equitable access to healthier outcomes by providing vital programs and services to help address many of our communities' most pressing social issues, including health and wellness, affordable child care and camps, mental health, employment services and community health.

We believe there is potential inside all of us and envision vibrant, healthy and inclusive communities for all.

YMCA BC is firmly committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging (EDIB). By taking an intersectional approach to our programs and services, the YMCA is committed to creating spaces and experiences where everyone feels safe, welcome, and like they belong. Learn more at bc.ymca.ca.

Application Process**-**ready to make a difference?

We invite you to apply today and find your WHY!

**Internal Applicants:**Please apply online to this position through the ADP Workforce Now Career Centre. (Myself/Talent/Career Centre)

**Application Deadline:**Until filled

Please include any and all relevant certifications in your online application.

You will receive an automated notification to confirm receipt of your application.

• If short-listed for a position: We will contact, you to move forward to the next step.
• If not selected for a specific posting: Continue applying for future positions matching your qualifications and interests.

Note: Depending on the role, we may be required to prioritize internal applicants. At YMCA BC, we approach each hiring process individually, recognizing that people bring diverse experiences and strengths. If this opportunity speaks to you, we encourage you to apply—even if you don’t meet every listed qualification. Your unique background might be just what we’re looking for. And if this role isn’t the right fit, we hope you’ll continue exploring future opportunities with us that align with your skills and aspirations.

YMCA BC is committed to creating an inclusive, accessible environment where all members of our community feel valued, respected, and supported. We encourage applications from the diverse communities in which we live and serve, including but not limited to people of colour, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. We have established policies, procedures, and practices to meet accessibility standards throughout the hiring process. Should you require any accommodation throughout the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to contact our People Services department.

Thank you for your interest and application.