Summer Camp Head Lifeguard

Posted 2 days ago

pokomaccready campsWillsboro (NY)

Recreation Workers Recreational and Vacation Camps (except Campgrounds)

SENIORITY

Mid

SALARY

$4,350

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About the role

Job Title: Waterfront Director

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. For more information about the summer camp program, visit 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

which had more than one lifeguard supervising it at a time; OR 18 weeks of previous experience as a lifeguard at a swimming pool or bathing beach, which had more than one lifeguard supervising it 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.

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