Aquatics Waterfront Director: Camp Leadership & Safety

Camp Mark 7; New York (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Camp Mark 7 in New York seeks an experienced waterfront/aquatics director to oversee all water activities and ensure camper safety. The role involves supervising staff, coordinating lifeguard operations, and implementing emergency plans across waterfront programs.

The ideal candidate holds CPR certification, Water Safety Instructor (WSI), lifeguard credentials, and has multiple seasons of waterfront leadership experience in camp settings.

Qualifications

• Be at least 21 years of age.
• 3 seasons of waterfront experience as lifeguard and/or aquatics director.
• CPR for the Professional Rescuer or CPR certificate issued by a certifying agency determined by the State Commissioner of Health.
• Water Safety Instructor (WSI) and lifeguard certification.
• Minimum two years experience in an institutional setting where a large number of people are served.

Responsibilities

• Establishes and oversees activities in and on the water.
• Supervises everyone participating in aquatic activities.
• Responds to waterfront emergencies.
• Trains waterfront staff during orientation week (e.g., sweep, buddy system, emergency plans).
• Maintains waterfront equipment and reports repairs or replacements to Camp Director.

Job description

Camp Mark 7 in New York seeks an experienced waterfront/aquatics director to oversee all water activities and ensure camper safety. The role involves supervising staff, coordinating lifeguard operations, and implementing emergency plans across waterfront programs.

The ideal candidate holds CPR certification, Water Safety Instructor (WSI), lifeguard credentials, and has multiple seasons of waterfront leadership experience in camp settings.