4H Camp Hidden Valley: Aquatics Manager - Watkins Glen, NY

Mission The mission of Hidden Valley 4-H Camp is to provide youth with a fun, residential camp experience under the guidance of positive role models that emphasize community building, positive social interactions, environmental awareness, and skill building. Responsibilities Supervise all pool operations following the ACA accreditation standards and the Health and Safety Plan approved by the New York State Department of Health. Conduct swim assessments of campers or staff before they participate in any pool activities. Provide leadership for swimming classes. Provide leadership and supervision for staff and campers during swimming programs. Train additional camp staff in appropriate pool monitoring behaviors, including proper usage of the Buddy Board. Conduct water testing daily for proper chemical levels and general water quality in cooperation with the Pool Operator. Close the pool when water quality is not within the state-mandated guidelines. Coordinate daily maintenance of the pool, including tidying up the pool deck and monitoring the pool vacuuming schedule. Record and notify the Health Manager of any injury occurring at the pool or waterfront. Support and embrace diversity in all interactions with campers, other staff members, volunteers, and parents. Implement programs that engage diverse backgrounds, interests, and learning styles. Other duties may be assigned as required. Qualifications 21 years of age or older. Experience working with youth in an outdoor camp setting. Current Lifeguard Management Certificate by the American Red Cross. Current Lifeguard Certificate. Current First Aid Responder and CPR for the Professional Rescuer certifications. Current Water Safety Instructor Certification preferred. Ability to supervise and organize youth and adults. Position Details This is a full‑time, temporary exempt position. The Aquatics Manager will live on camp and serve as a cabin counselor for the entire summer camp season. The summer camp season includes one Senior Staff week beginning June 22, one week of mandatory staff training from June 28 through July 5, and five full weeks plus one partial week of residential and day camp running from Sunday at 11:00 AM to Friday at 6:00 PM. The camp operates from July 7 through August 11, and the Aquatics Manager will remain on camp until August 14 to assist in closing the camp facility and oversee the proper storage of all supplies and materials for the pool with assistance from the Pool Operator. Salary and Benefits The rate of pay will be \$2550.00. The pay rate is commensurate with experience, certifications, responsibilities, and availability. Benefits are not available for this position. #J-18808-Ljbffr Cornell University