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Coordinate and direct the development and implementation of aquatics program including but not limited to: swimming, snorkeling, kayaking, canoeing, stand-up paddleboard, etc. Supervise senior and junior camp counselors to effect quality programming in the subject area.
Required Qualifications:

• Must be at least 21 years old to comply with New York State Department of Health regulations.
• One year experience as aquatics director or two years experience as a lifeguard at a children's camp or two seasons of previous experience consisting cumulatively of at least 12 weeks as a children's camp lifeguard, as specified in subdivision (g) of this section, at a swimming pool or bathing beach which had more than one lifeguard supervising it at a time; or at least 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
• Current lifeguard and waterfront Certification as approved by the Local Health Department
• Current CPR for Professional Rescuer certificate or other CPR certification approved by the local Department of Health
• Lifeguard Supervision and Management certificate is required.
• Current or ability to obtain a Basic Swim Instructor Certification
• Strong organizational and leadership skills.
• Ability to supervise and organize staff members.
• Ability to meet travel requirements associated with this position.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as appropriate.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Lifeguard and Progressive Swimming Instructor or Water Safety Instructor certificates are preferred.
• Certification for teaching lifeguarding / First Aid and CPR

POSITION DETAILS:
Salary: $7,700 - $9,900 per season
Schedule: EXEMPT - TEMP: June 9, 2025 - August 24, 2025
No relocation or VISA Sponsorship available
HOW TO APPLY:
Review of applications will begin immediately. The position will remain open until a qualified pool of candidates is obtained.
Applicants need to:
Attach/upload a resume to the online application in either Microsoft Word or PDF format. Attach/upload a cover letter to the online application in either Microsoft Word or PDF format. Attach/upload contacts info for three references to the online application in either Microsoft Word or PDF format.
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Job Title:
Association Temporary Camp Program Specialty Director
Level:
TMP
Pay Rate Type:
Salary
Company:
Contact Name:
Nicholas Ng
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