4H Camp Hidden Valley: Aquatics Manager - Watkins Glen, NY
About The Position
The mission of Hidden Valley 4-H Camp is to provide youth with a fun, residential camp experience under the guidance of positive role models that emphasize community building, positive social interactions, environmental awareness, and skill building. The Aquatics Manager is responsible for the supervision of the pool, boating program, and lifeguard management, including skills training. The Aquatics Manager will live on camp and serve as a cabin counselor for the entire summer camp season. Duration The summer camp season includes one Senior Staff week beginning June 22rd, one week of mandatory staff training from June 28th through July 5th (alumni hands on training weekend is 7/3-7/5), and five full weeks and one partial week of residential and day camp running from Sunday at 11:00 AM to Friday at 6:00 PM. The specific dates the Camp is in operation are July 7th through August 11th. The Aquatics Manager will remain on Camp until August 14th to assist in closing the camp facility and oversee the proper storage of all supplies and materials for the pool with assistance from the Pool Operator. POSITION DETAILS: This is a full time, (TEMPORARY) exempt position. Salary and Benefit Details The rate of pay will be $2550.00. (Rate will be reduced for any time scheduled but not worked during the period) The pay rate is commensurate with experience, certifications, responsibilities, and availability. Benefits are not available for this position.
Requirements
- 21 years of age or older
- Experience working with youth in an outdoor camp setting
- Current Lifeguard Management Certificate by American Red Cross
- Current Lifeguard Certificate
- Current First Aid Responding to Emergencies and CPR for the Professional Rescuer
Nice To Haves
- Current Water Safety Instructor Certification preferred
Responsibilities
- Oversee all the pool operations following the ACA accreditation standards and Health and Safety Plan approved by the New York State Department of Health.
- Conduct swim assessments of campers or staff before they participate in any pool activities
- Provide leadership for swimming classes
- Provide leadership and supervision for staff and campers during swimming programs
- Train additional camp staff in appropriate pool monitoring behaviors, including proper usage of the Buddy Board
- Conduct water testing daily for proper chemical levels and general water quality in cooperation with the Pool Operator.
- Close the pool when water quality is not within the state-mandated guidelines.
- Coordinate daily maintenance of the pool, including tidying up the pool deck and monitoring of pool vacuuming schedule
- Record and notify the Health Manager of any injury occurring at the pool or waterfront
- Support and embrace diversity in all interactions with campers, other staff members, volunteers, and parents.
- Implement programs that engage diverse backgrounds, interests, and learning styles.
- Other duties may be assigned as required
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
