Aquatics (Waterfront) Director
Ages 21+
General Responsibility: Oversees and supervises the Waterfront program.
Duties
Qualifications: Be at least 21 years of age. Have 3 seasons of previous Waterfront experience as a lifeguard and/or Camp aquatics director. Possesses CPR for the Professional Rescuer issued by the Red Cross, or CPR certificate issued by a certifying agency determined by the State Commissioner of Health. Holds Water Safety Instructor (WSI), waterfront module training, and lifeguard certification.
Specific Responsibilities:
Establishes and oversees activities in and on the water.
Supervises everyone participating in aquatic activities.
Responds to waterfront emergencies.
Serves as lifeguard at the waterfront when needed.
Trains waterfront and children/youth programs staff during orientation week (e.g., sweep, buddy system, emergency plans). Sets up the waterfront area, marking off swim areas, setting up buddy boards, etc.
Ensures 1:25 staff/camper ratio on and off waterfront sites.
Teaches campers the Red Cross Buddy System, and appropriate emergency procedures for lost Camper (Lost Swimmer Plan).
Assigns Counselors to specific tasks at the waterfront, making sure all understand their role and responsibilities.
Oversees all waterfront equipment; ensures each is in good working order. Reports any needed repairs or replacements to Camp Director. Requests purchase of new equipment as needed.
Ensures all boats are in working condition, gas tanks filled daily. Tanks must be full at the end of day to be ready for the next day’s activities.
Tests swimming ability of all campers and staff.
Offers campers an opportunity to receive Red Cross Certification in swimming.
Maintains a safe and clean waterfront area.
Note: Either the Waterfront Director or Assistant Waterfront Director is required to participate on overnight canoe trips.