Summer Lifeguarding and Conference Center

Lifeguarding and Conference Center Shifts in West Marin (Summer 2026)

Positions available at Marin County Office of Education’s Walker Creek Ranch, a west Marin Outdoor Education and Conference Center located about 30 minutes west of Petaluma. Shifts begin June 7th and continue through August 6th, 2026. 

Lifeguard* ($26.07/hour) supports the conference center and hospitality services by overseeing waterfront activities at our 4-acre pond. A current American Red Cross Lifeguard certificate is required (additional waterfront certification and/or WFR a plus). Reimbursement for lifeguard recertification and/or training may be available. The first day of training will take place on June 7th and lifeguard training is scheduled for June 8-11th.

Conference Helper* ($22.52/hour) supports the conference center and hospitality services by supporting in the dining hall during mealtimes, setting up, cleaning, and breaking down lodging and meeting rooms, and working with conference guests. The first day of training will take place on June 7th.

 *It is typical to work in both capacities throughout the summer. Ideally, all summer seasonal staff are lifeguard certified.

**Room and board may be available for those interested in consistent summer employment. Our kitchen prepares meals for guest groups. Summer staff have access to food post meal service as well as leftovers. Lodging for seasonal summer staff is a private room in a lodge. There are bathrooms, a kitchen, laundry machines, and dinning/living room. Wi-Fi and utilities are included.  

For more information about Walker Creek, check out our website at www.walkercreekranch.org 

Send resume or inquires to Laura at lmuckenhoupt@marinschools.org or call 415-491-6600 x377