Waterfront Director at Camp Lowe (Seasonal)

Job Type


Temporary

Description

Under the supervision of the Camp Director, the Waterfront Director will be expected to supervise the waterfront at Camp Lowe-being responsible for the waterfront safety and overall supervision of teaching of YMCA swimming lessons, guarding of free swimming, and the leading of boating.

This is a summer seasonal position with a start date of June 29th going through August 28th. Shift will begin at 7:00am and end at 5:30pm Monday-Friday; occasional evenings for staff meetings & weekends as necessary for special events.

Job Responsibilities:

The Waterfront Director must fulfill all lifeguard duties/expectations which include the following:

• Follow Board of Health regulations for running a swim area
• Plan and implement daily lessons and free swims.
• Schedule lifeguard shifts and supervisor lifeguards to ensure that all policies are being followed.
• Maintains active surveillance of the waterfront area and ensure the safer of campers and staff at the waterfront area.
• Check the waterfront for hazardous conditions when arriving.
• Performs equipment checks and ensures appropriate equipment is available when needed.
• Remains calm and objective when under pressure or challenge by others and responds to challenges with possible solutions in a timely manner.
• Maintains accurate records as required of the YMCA and/or state health department code.
• Attend all staff trainings and meetings.
• Knows, understands, and consistently safety rules, policies, and guidelines for the waterfront area.
• Other duties as assigned by the Camp Director.

Qualifications : .

• Must be a minimum of 21 years of age.
• Must have 2 months prior experience in supervisory role at a similar aquatic facility and/or verification in aquatics management/supervision.
• Current certifications required: Basic Life Support or Professional Rescuer CPR/AED, first aid, Emergency Oxygen Administration, and Lifeguard certification from the YMCA or equivalent
• Must be able to demonstrate lifeguard skills in accordance to YMCA standards and able to sit, stand, & supervise for longer periods of time outside in various weather conditions; heat, rain, wind etc..

Job Type: Seasonal

Schedule: Up to 50 hours per week. Monday-Friday between the hours of 7:00am-5:30pm.

Pay: $21.00/hr for new hires, $22.00/hr for returning Waterfront Directors with 1 year employment history. Plus, access to YMCA facilities for all YMCA Employees & Employee Assistance Program available

If you are looking to have the best summer ever, please submit your online application with your resume today!


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Salary Description


$21.00/hr-$22.00/hr (based on experience)