Waterfront Camp Director: Safe, Skilled Leadership

Seattle YMCA; Washington; On-site; USD 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Membership to YMCA of Greater Seattle

Free access to mental health resources

Rapidly-accruing paid time off (PTO)

Discounts on qualifying YMCA childcare

Job summary

Seattle YMCA is seeking a Waterfront Director to oversee lifeguards, waterfront programs and safety for a seasonal camp. You will supervise staff, coordinate activities, and ensure camper safety and development across all waterfront opportunities.

Responsibilities include leading clinics, managing schedules, and enforcing YMCA policies during the summer program. The role requires relevant certifications and waterfront experience, with onsite housing and a May–Aug schedule.

Qualifications

• Water Safety Instructor Certification or YMCA Progressive Swim Instructor Certification.
• Current state approved first aid certification.
• Current state approved CPR certification.
• First Aid/CPR for the professional rescuer.
• One or more years of college preferred.
• Two or more years’ experience in waterfront experience.
• Current Lifeguard certification.
• Other combinations of applicable education, training, and experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Oversees lifeguards and waterfront programs.
• Facilitates developmentally appropriate activities promoting camper skills and character.
• Leads waterfront clinics and all-camp events.
• Maintains 1 lifeguard per 25 campers and 1 staff per 10 campers ratios.
• Maintains safety and cleanliness standards including pool chemicals where applicable.
• Notes camper health needs daily and communicates with supervisor.
• Attends staff meetings and trainings; maintains waterfront schedule.
• Schedules and facilitates emergency waterfront drills; follows YMCA policies.

Skills

Water Safety Instructor Certification

Lifeguard Certification

First Aid/CPR for the professionalresc

Two or more years waterfrontexperience

Plus First Aid/CPR for professionalres

Education

One or more years of college

Job description

Seattle YMCA is seeking a Waterfront Director to oversee lifeguards, waterfront programs and safety for a seasonal camp. You will supervise staff, coordinate activities, and ensure camper safety and development across all waterfront opportunities.

Responsibilities include leading clinics, managing schedules, and enforcing YMCA policies during the summer program. The role requires relevant certifications and waterfront experience, with onsite housing and a May–Aug schedule.