Our Company  

There’s no organization quite like the Theodore Roosevelt Medora Foundation (TRMF). We’re a premiere tourism operation—and we’re a 501c(3) non-profit. We welcome hundreds of thousands of guests to an exciting, diverse lineup of entertainment, historical, and educational attractions—and we work tirelessly to connect people to Medora for positive life changing experiences. 

TRMF was established in 1986—but our story begins before that. In 1962, nationally-renowned businessman Harold Schafer took an interest in a historic old town named Medora. He loved its history, its striking location, and its potential to inspire others. So he began revitalizing the old town: he restored a historic hotel, brought the Medora Musical to town, and so much more. 

It was 1986 when the Schafer family, with Harold ready to retire from business, donated all they’d created in Medora to establish the non-profit Theodore Roosevelt Medora Foundation. 

In the years since, we’ve grown from a staff of a handful of folks to more than 90 full-time employees, with hundreds more seasonal workers and over 650 volunteers. We’ve awarded hundreds of thousands of dollars’ worth of scholarships to our staff. The Medora Musical has earned the attention of The New York Times. And we’ve earned a reputation as the #1 tourism and hospitality provider in North Dakota. 

We are a team of people who draw inspiration from Medora. We deeply respect this place, and the people we meet here. We deliver excellence in hospitality. We work with creativity and integrity. We’re a family that values family. 

We are the Theodore Roosevelt Medora Foundation. 

Summary/Objective 

The lifeguard will explain safety rules to guests, warn them about unsafe situations, and enforce polices on showers and proper attire. You will play an instrumental role in maintaining orderliness by inspecting swimming pool areas, showers, and restrooms. You will maintain pool equipment, monitor and record pool temperatures, and regular cleaning and testing of pools. 

Duties/Responsibilities 

• Open and close the pool each day according to scheduled hours. 
• Regularly treat the pool with the correct amount of chemicals. 
• Closely monitor activities related to the pool area, identify any safety issues throughout shift. 
• Direct swimmers out of water in dangerous conditions. 
• Closely monitor weather reports to make sure guests remain safe. 
• Provide emergency care and treatment as required until the arrival of emergency medical services if necessary. 
• Able to act quickly and appropriately to secure the safety of guests in the event of an emergency. 
• Present professional appearance and attitude at all times, and maintain a high standard of customer service. 
• Knowledge of customer service standards and procedures. 
• Able to follow routine verbal and written instructions. 
• Organize and oversee pool parties. 
• Maintain a clean pool environment. 
• Attend and participate in regular trainings and department meetings. 
• Provide a welcoming environment for all guests. 
• Assist in concessions with running the register, prepare food, and maintain cleanliness of the facility and grounds.  
• Perform other related duties as assigned. 

Supervisory Responsibilities  

• None. 

Required Skills/Abilities 

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. 
• Ability to meet customers’ needs and provide necessary assistance. 
• Ability to learn the procedures, rules, and regulations for the facility. 
• Ability to master multiple job responsibilities required at the facility. 
• Ability to work on weekends and evenings 
• Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations 
• Excellent time management skills. 

Required Education and Experience 

• At least 15 years old. 
• 2+ years’ lifeguard experience preferred. 
• Current American Red Cross Certification Required or ability to obtain upon hire.  
• Current CPR / First Aid / AED Certification Required or ability to obtain upon hire.  

Work Environment 

This position operates in a professional recreational environment. This role continuously requires the employee to work outside in all weather conditions including heat, cold, humidity, and wind. Also continuously works with others. 

Physical Demands 

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.  

Ability to react to emergency situations by quick movements, strenuous activity, and on occasion assist or lift persons in distress of varying weights. 

Required to remain alert to dangerous situations while sitting, standing or walking for various lengths of time. 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Must be able to work long hours and available for evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.  

AAP/EEO Statement  

It is the policy of TRMF to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, TRMF will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. 

Our Location 

TRMF is located in the heart of the Badlands: Medora, North Dakota.  

It’s situated near the border separating North Dakota and Montana, along Interstate 94. Medora is the basecamp to Theodore Roosevelt National Park: 110 square miles of rugged beauty. You’re never more than a few minutes away from a night under the stars or a bike ride along the thrilling Maah Daah Hey Trail. In Medora, beauty and adventure abound.  

Our central hub of operations, the Life Skills Center, is a state-of-the-art campus, purpose-built for the glory of work and the joy of living. It features a dining room, a fitness center, as well as spaces for music, studying, learning, prayer, reflection, and socializing—all designed with our employees in mind.  

Why Apply? 

You have a passion for exploring beautiful places and meeting people from around the world.   

Competitive wages with great opportunities for overtime work   

Affordable company provided housing on-site  

Employee meals provided at low cost in employee dining room   

Explore Medora and its attractions free or at discounted costs. Including the Medora Musical, Bully Pulpit Golf Course, Trail Rides, Mini Golf, Retail Shops and more!   

Contact Us  

Learn more at www.medora.com/employment