Aquatics Programs Director – Camp Waterfront Lead

Cornell University; New York (NY); On-site; USD 7,700 - 11,000; Part time

Job summary

Cornell University is seeking a temporary Association Camp Program Specialty Director to coordinate and direct its aquatics program for summer camps. The role involves supervising both senior and junior counselors to ensure high-quality programming across swimming, snorkeling, kayaking, canoeing, and stand-up paddleboard activities.

Candidates should hold lifeguard, waterfront, CPR, and basic swimming instructor certifications, with strong organizational and leadership abilities and willingness

Qualifications

• Strong organizational and leadership skills required.
• Ability to supervise and organize staff members.
• Ability to meet travel requirements associated with this position.
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and direct the development and implementation of aquatics program including but not limited to: swimming, snorkeling, kayaking, canoeing, stand-up paddleboard, etc.
• Supervise senior and junior camp counselors to effect quality programming in the subject area.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Staff supervision

Time management

Travel flexibility

Education

Lifeguard Certification

CPR Certification

Waterfront Certification

Job description

Cornell University is seeking a temporary Association Camp Program Specialty Director to coordinate and direct its aquatics program for summer camps. The role involves supervising both senior and junior counselors to ensure high-quality programming across swimming, snorkeling, kayaking, canoeing, and stand-up paddleboard activities.

Candidates should hold lifeguard, waterfront, CPR, and basic swimming instructor certifications, with strong organizational and leadership abilities and willingness