Boating Manager - Lake Rickabear Summer Camp

Girl Scouts of Northern New Jersey•Kinnelon, NJ

7h•$122 - $132•Onsite

About The Position

Summary: Girl Scouts of Northern New Jersey is looking for energetic, fun, organized, and caring staff to provide memorable experiences to girls in a safe and engaging Summer Camp environment! Lake Rickabear Day Camp sits on 332 acres of land including a beautiful 40-acre, spring-fed lake, perfect for swimming, pedal boating, paddle boarding, and row boating. The Boating Manager will provide campers with organized and educational waterfront programs in a safe manner. Programs include swimming classes, boating classes and free swim periods.

Requirements

Minimum Age: 18
Current American Red Cross certificate for Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/AED AND American Red Cross Waterfront Skills certificate
Ability to follow directions from Waterfront Director and enforce Girl Scout, ACA and NJ Youth Camp Safety procedures.
Ability to learn and effectively perform emergency procedures
Provide instruction and lifeguard for boating/swimming programs.
Individuals must be safety conscious and have sound judgement.

Responsibilities

Lead in oversight of boating activities as needed.
Ensure smooth and efficient boat handling, docking, and launching procedures.
Responsible for keeping the entire beach and boating area clean.
Responsible for the care and maintenance of waterfront equipment.
Maintain a safe and clean environment for boats and campers.
Supervise and train staff, including lifeguards, unit leaders, and counselors.
Conduct regular safety inspections and address any potential hazards.
Attend all sessions required of position at Pre-Camp Orientation
Must follow and enforce all safety rules and regulations of the waterfront.
Must follow the guidelines of the American Red Cross in swimming and boating instruction procedures.
Must be always alert to the campers in the water and their needs.
Must assist with the buddy system and checks.
Lead or assist in leading swimming lessons.
Implement safety protocols and procedures
Keep the Waterfront Director posted on any problems regarding waterfront procedures.
Takes an active part in all camp activities.
Assists the Program Director and the unit staff with rainy day programs.
Must learn and perform emergency procedures effectively.
Promote high camper and staff moral
Maintains an elevated level of efficiency by participating in all scheduled activities, in-service training (ie: Practice drills, endurance swimming).
Must wear uniform bathing suit, shorts, whistle, and identifiable waterfront lifeguard shirt while on duty (shirt provided by Lake Rickabear Day Camp).
In response to COVID-19 outbreak, follow all procedures established in the Camp Communicable Disease Plan.
If 18 years old or older must be able to stay and sleep over for at least one out of the three overnights
Performs other duties as requested by Waterfront Director and Camp Director.