Waterfront Director

Jewishcamp; Village of Penn Yan (NY); On-site; USD 50,220 - 72,540; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing provided

Meals included

Shared bathroom

Job summary

A seasonal camp is seeking a Waterfront Director to manage operations at the CSL Waterfront in Penn Yan, New York. The role involves overseeing all programming and safety, leading staff in curriculum implementation, and ensuring campers' well-being. Candidates should be experienced in camp programming and child supervision, preferably 21+. Salary ranges from $4500 to $6500, with amenities like housing and meals provided during the summer.

Qualifications

• Experience in camp or waterfront programming required.
• 21+ years old preferred.
• Ability to spend the entire summer at the camp.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all programming and safety at the CSL Waterfront.
• Lead staff in implementing camp curriculum.
• Establish a nurturing environment for all campers.

Skills

Leadership

Child supervision

Camp programming

Safety management

Job description

The Waterfront Director is a key member of the Camp Seneca Lake (CSL) Leadership Team each summer. Overseeing all programming, operations, and safety at the CSL Waterfront, the Waterfront Director plays a pivotal role in the delivery of one of CSL’s signature program areas.

The Waterfront Director is responsible for leading their staff in implementing a curriculum that includes both daily activity periods and more in-depth “Hobby” experiences at CSL. The Waterfront Director must demonstrate sound judgment and establish a nurturing and safe environment for all campers, SITs (staff in training), and staff.

The Waterfront Director will work directly with the Waterfront specialists and in partnership with all staff, and report directly to the Assistant Director of Programming and Logistics.

The Waterfront Director must be experienced in camp or waterfront programming and child supervision. The best Waterfront Directors are education focused, dependable, and flexible. 21+ years old preferred.

As a member of the Leadership Team, the Waterfront Director is expected to take on additional responsibilities beyond the Waterfront including (but not limited to) attending Leadership Staff Orientation and ongoing Leadership team meetings, serving as On Duty staff in the evenings, driving for camp as needed/required for your role, participating in emergency response plans. Private housing with a shared bathroom is included, along with three meals and plentiful snacks each day.

Program Responsibilities

• Working in collaboration with other Waterfront staff and Assistant Director of Programming and Logistics, to plan, execute and create daily and specialty programming for all campers at Camp Seneca Lake.
• Facilitating daily activity periods for campers aged 8-15 years old focusing on skill-building in sailing, waterskiing, wakeboarding, canoeing, kayaking, and SUPing.
• Supervise 7-10 staff members and Staff in Training.
• Be punctual to all programs and meetings.
• Be responsible for the proper use of equipment and supplies at each activity.
• Take lead in maintaining powerboats and sailboats – support from our maintenance and facilities team is available.
• Must be certified or willing to gain certification in all relevant areas (Lifeguarding and Safe Powerboat Handling).

Responsibilities & Expectations

• Be responsible for the general health and safety of their assigned campers.
• Establish an atmosphere in which campers feel secure, happy, and part of the group.
• Supervise campers under their immediate care at all time.
• Make sure their campers adhere to camp rules.
• Set a good example in all areas of camp life; act as a role model.
• Participate with their group in all camp activities.
• Cooperating with the other specialists and counselors in matters involving rules, safety, and program.
• Follow through on approved curriculum plans.
• Share these responsibilities with other staff assigned to the same program area.
• Be drug-free (including paraphernalia) and alcohol free at camp.
• Avoid physically intimate relationships with all campers.

Compensation

$4500-$6500

Requirements

The Waterfront Director must be experienced in camp or waterfront programming and child supervision. 21+ years old preferred with the ability to spend the entire summer at our camp location in Penn Yan, New York. Housing and meals provided.

How to Apply

Apply on our website: https://campsenecalake.org/staff/application/ or email [e-mail] to express interest or set up a time to meet.