Join the 2024 Lifeguardian Team at the Springs
 

Morton’s Warm Springs is hiring a select candidates to join our amazing Lifeguardian team this year. We invite those aged 15-20 to apply for our Junior Lifeguardian position, and those 21+ to apply for our regular Lifeguardian position. Our ideal Lifeguardian candidates are those who are extremely water confident, enthusiastic, hard-working, and team-oriented, including teens, adults, and retirees!

We believe that we have, hands down, the best lifeguarding positions available anywhere in Sonoma County, and the highest paying as well. Part-time positions are available for the duration of our guest season (May through September), and full-time positions from June through August. Those applying for the regular Lifeguardian position who can work the whole season, including May & Sept have priority on shifts. Junior Lifeguardian is more flexible with school schedules. (If desired, qualified applicants may also apply to work additional shifts as part of our Cafe and/or Gate Guardian teams as well.) 

WE WILL PAY FOR YOUR RED CROSS LIFEGUARD CERTIFICATION. If you are a strong swimmer but not yet lifeguard certified, WE WILL PAY YOUR CERTIFICATION covering each successfully completed season with us. Attending and passing a certification training, or having a previous valid certification, is a requirement for this position and for certification reimbursement. We are offering four different Red Cross Lifeguard Certification courses IN-HOUSE this year in our amazing hot spring pools– come get certified with us!

GET RED CROSS LIFEGUARD CERTIFIED IN A HOT SPRING POOL!

All courses are at Morton’s and are $200–$300 sliding scale. For info email: ------------

MARCH 23–24, 2024 (SATURDAY–SUNDAY)
8:30AM–6:30PM [self paced online + 2 days in-person]
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APRIL 9–10, 2024 (TUESDAY–WEDNESDAY)
8:30AM–6:30PM [self paced online + 2 days in-person]
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APRIL 20–21, 2024 (SATURDAY–SUNDAY)
8:30AM–6:30PM [self paced online + 2 days in-person]
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Why A “Lifeguardian?”
Being a part of the Lifeguardian team here at the Springs is very different from having a typical “lifeguard job.” We are seeking a few select, mature, dedicated people who embody our larger stewardship vision and who can partner with us in our work revitalizing the culture and experience at these Springs. Our Lifeguardians protect and advocate for the safety and wellbeing of all who come here and set foot in these waters; they share a deep love of natural geothermal springs, habitat and ecosystems and feel a call to protect them; they are service-oriented and apply their strong skills of communication and cultural literacy in the art of inviting all our guests into a deeper and more caring relationship with our mineral springs, our grounds, each other, and our own bodies and health. Lifeguardians enjoy the meditative and aware state it takes to watch the water well, and invite guests into more mindful awareness of their surroundings as well. And as our first line of emergency response, a Lifeguardian is also highly trained to both prevent incidents and, if ever needed, to respond immediately and effectively with lifesaving interventions in a chain of care.

YOU ARE…

• A strong swimmer who loves working outside
• Outgoing and service-oriented with rockstar communication skills
• Loves taking the initiative AND good with follow-through & consistency
• Highly responsible and can take charge in a high-pressure situation when needed
• A passionate advocate for protecting natural ecosystems/habitat/health
• Curious, open-minded and appreciative of both giving & receiving feedback & ideas
• Team-oriented yet comfortable working solo and “owning the pool deck” on your own

Being a part of our Lifeguardian team also means learning basic operations of the Springs systems, working on creative projects to improve guest and staff experience, attending monthly drills & skills meetings, practicing self-organizing leadership and participatory decision-making. Those who prove to be a great match with our team and who share deep alignment with our long-term revitalization vision and efforts will have the opportunity to continue on with us year after year and to codevelop their own custom role position within the organization based on their interests and aptitudes.

Our Lifeguardian team really sets the tone on the deck every day. And because they’re so central to our guest experience and to ensuring both our natural and human environments remain safe and healthy for all to enjoy, we offer competitive pay, reimbursement on certification, paid trainings and extra perks that are amazing!

Reciprocity
Compensation for Junior Lifeguardian is $20-22/hour DOE, plus great perks* and tip pool share. The regular Lifeguardian position for ages 21+ pays $23-25/hr DOE. Additionally, we’ll cover training costs! For each guest season that our Lifeguardians complete with us in good standing, we reimburse for half of the 2-Year Red Cross lifeguard certification or renewal fees. *PERKS: In addition to pay and tips, every current staff member in good standing enjoys an allotment of Guest Passes for friends and family, as well as one complimentary shift meal plus drinks when on shift.