Waterfront Specialist

YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties; Gig Harbor (WA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Room and board

Job summary

YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties is hiring a Waterfront Specialist for Camp Seymour, Gig Harbor, WA. The role involves supervising and delivering waterfront programs, overseeing boating instructors and lifeguards, and coordinating with leadership to execute the camp's overall plan.

The position is seasonal with up to 40 hours per week, offering room and board. Applicants must meet safety certifications, possess a boating license by start of training, and pass background checks.

Qualifications

• Minimum 21 years of age.
• One season or more of camp experience.
• Preferred: boating teaching or two years of boating experience.
• Positive attitude and experience with diverse populations.
• Knowledge of program activities and equipment setup; ability to instruct age-appropriate techniques.
• Ability to pass Small Craft Safety validation on start.
• Current ARC Basic Water Rescue or YMCA Lifeguard/Red Cross Lifeguard cert, or ability to obtain during training.
• Washington State Boaters’ License needed by start of training.
• Background and reference checks per WA Fair Chance Act.
• Commitment to diversity and inclusive environment.
• Complete online Child Abuse Prevention training on first day.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and facilitate waterfront programming for Overnight Camp and visiting groups.
• Monitor waterfront equipment and supplies; repair and resupply as needed.
• Coordinate with Assistant Camp Director of Programs to ensure quality of programming.
• Coordinate with leadership staff to implement the overall camp program.
• Plan, facilitate, and support evening programming with setup, teardown, supervision.
• Add creativity to camp programs with camp directors and staff.
• On-duty responsibilities including meals, lineups, snacks, lock-up as agreed.
• Serve as cabin counselor when coverage is needed.
• 40 hours/week with Saturdays and Sundays off.
• Potential internal path to year-round, full or part-time roles.
• Build lasting connections and employment experience.
• Accrue Paid Sick Leave at 1.23 hours per 40 hours worked.

Skills

Camp experience

Water safety certification

Boating instruction

Diversity & inclusion awareness

Small Craft Safety verification

Tools

Small Craft Safety verification

Job description

Wage: $510.00 to $540.00 per week (Compensation is determined based on relevant experience, skills, and qualifications, with most new hires starting between the minimum and midpoint of the posted wage range)

Hours: Seasonal, Up to 40 hours per week

Dates of Employment: June 7 th , 2027 to August 20 th , 2027

Location: Camp Seymour, Gig Harbor, WA

As theWaterfront Specialist,you will supervise and maintain safe, enjoyable, age-appropriate waterfront programs and events.You willsupervise boating instructors and lifeguards and provide progressive instruction in waterfront activities. You willwork with leadership staff and all staff to coordinate and implement the overall camp program.

*This is a Residential position that includes room and board*

Qualifications:

• Minimum 21 years of age.
• Required: One season or more of camp experience.
• Preferred: Experience in teaching boating and/or two years of personal boating experience.
• Positive attitude and previous experience with diverse populations.
• Knowledge and skills in program activities and related equipment set-up, and the ability to instruct participants in age-appropriate techniques.
• Ability to pass a Small Craft Safety skills verification upon beginning employment.
• Required: Current American Red Cross Basic Water Rescue Certification or YMCA Lifeguard/Red Cross Lifeguard certification, (or the ability to obtain these certifications during staff training).
• Required: Washington State Boaters’ License (must be obtained by the start of staff training).
• Must be able to pass Background and Reference checks (in accordance with the WA State Fair Chance Act).
• You are committed to valuing and promoting diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.
• Able and willing to complete online Child Abuse Prevention training on first day, and other online and in-person training as required.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan, organize, and facilitate all waterfront programming for Overnight Camp and visiting groups.
• Monitor waterfront equipment and supplies; repair and resupply as necessary.
• Work with Assistant Camp Director of Programs to ensure quality of programming.
• Work with leadership staff & all staff to coordinate and implement overall camp program.
• Plan, facilitate, and support evening programming with set up, tear down, supervision, and other duties as assigned by supervisor.
• Add creativity and variety to the camp programs with the help of camp directors and staff.
• Assume on Duty responsibilities, run meal times, Line ups, make snack, lock up and other responsibilities as mutually agreed upon with a supervisor
• Serve as a cabin counselor when coverage is needed.
• 40 hours/week with Saturday and Sunday’s off
• Ability to apply as an internal candidate to a year-round, Full or Part-Time position
• Build lasting connections and employment experience
• AccruePaid Sick Leave at 1.23 hours for every 40 hours worked

At the Y, we’re all about empowering people, inspiring action, and strengthening the communities we call home. Join our team and support our vision of creating opportunity so all can thrive in every season of life. To apply, visit our website at www.ymcapkc.org .

Please note that employment with the YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties is contingent upon successfully completing post-offer requirements, which may include age verification, reference checks, and state and national background checks. All inquiries and checks are conducted only after a conditional offer of employment is made.

The YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties is committed to diversity and inclusion throughout our organization and is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Women/Minority/Veteran/Disabled

Location(s)

9725 Cramer Rd NW KPN, Gig Harbor , Washington 98329 , United States

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