Summer Camp Head Lifeguard

Pok-O-MacCready Camps; Town of Willsboro (NY); On-site; USD 44,176 - 52,915; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Room and board included

Dynamic camp community

Job summary

Pok-O-MacCready Camps in Willsboro, NY is hiring a seasonal Aquatics Director to oversee swimming activities from June 18 to August 18, 2026. Responsibilities include teaching swim classes, managing a team of lifeguards and swimming instructors, and assessing camper swim abilities. Candidates must be at least 21 years old, possess strong teaching skills, and hold necessary lifeguard certifications. Compensation is $4,350 for the season, including room and board.

Qualifications

• At least 21 years of age and able to work legally in the United States.
• One season of experience as a camp aquatics director or two seasons as a children's camp lifeguard.
• At least 18 weeks of experience as a lifeguard at a swimming pool or bathing beach.

Responsibilities

• Teach swim classes and manage swimming instructors.
• Supervise open swims and manage lifeguards.
• Assess swim ability of all campers upon arrival.

Skills

Excellent teaching skills

Ability to manage a lifeguarding staff

Flexible, patient, kind attitude

Self-directed with a desire to instruct children

Education

Lifeguard Management certification

Progressive Swim Instructor certification

Job description

Mission

Grounded in a century of tradition, Pok-O-MacCready fosters personal growth by empowering campers to achieve independence, create lifelong friendships, and develop a deep appreciation of the natural world, in the Adirondacks and beyond.

Location

Willsboro, NY - Pok-O-MacCready is a 122-year-old coed camp for children aged 6-16. Our campus consists of 400 acres of pristine wilderness on the shores of Long Pond in the Adirondack Park. Campers have the opportunity to participate in a 2, 3, 4, or 7 week session. Summer camp programs emphasize wilderness skills, horseback riding, traditional and non-traditional sports, creative arts, and community.

Level of Position

Full Time; Seasonal (June 18th – August 18th, 2026)

Minimum Qualifications

• At least 21 years of age and able to work legally in the United States
• Willing to be flexible, patient, kind, and hard working
• Excellent teaching skills and a willingness to continue to improve and accept coaching
• Self directed, with a desire to interact with and instruct children
• One season of experience as a camp aquatics director at a New York State children’s camp, or
• Two seasons of previous experience consisting of at least 12 weeks as a children’s camp lifeguard
• At least 18 weeks of experience as a lifeguard at a swimming pool or bathing beach with more than one lifeguard supervising at a time
• Ability to manage a lifeguarding staff
• Have or be willing to obtain prior to the start of camp current Lifeguard Management and Progressive Swim Instructor certifications (or DOH approved equivalents)

Reports To

Executive Director

Supervises

Lifeguards and Swimming Instructors

Description of Responsibilities

• 45% Teach swim classes, manage and mentor swimming instructors, and help to lead section and all-camp activities, including evening activities
• 25% Supervise open swims and manage and mentor lifeguards
• 10% Supervise campers during meals, at All-Camp Activities, and at night when On Duty
• 5% Assess swim ability of all campers upon their arrival to camp
• 10% Maintain swim docks and equipment per DOH and ACA standards. Responsible for the cleanliness of your cabin and program areas. Role model an environmental ethic
• 5% Other duties as assigned. May include facilities upkeep, landscaping, driving, dishwashing, etc

Compensation and Benefits

$4,350 for the summer camp season (June 18-August 18, 9 days of staff training included), plus full room, board, and laundry. A dynamic and fun camp community.