Head Lifeguard - Southold, NY

Cornell Cooperative Extension • New York, NY

6d • $5,500 - $7,200

About The Position

The Head Lifeguard assists the Aquatics Director with implementing and evaluating the snorkeling and swimming program, conducting swim tests, training lifeguards and CITs, and setting up the waterfront during orientation. The role helps ensure safe conditions throughout the summer and promotes safety on and off the water in collaboration with lifeguards and the Aquatics Director.

The Head Lifeguard provides leadership and guidance for ten campers, participates in general planning of the camp program, assists with camp program and camp-wide activities as assigned, and attends staff meetings and training events as scheduled. This is a seasonal temporary position running June 8, 2027, through August 22, 2027, with a salary of $5,500–$7,200 per season.

Requirements

• One or more years of experience working with children.
• One or more years of experience as a lifeguard.
• Valid American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification or another certification approved by the local Department of Health.
• Valid American Red Cross First Aid/CPR Certification or another certification approved by the local Department of Health.
• Valid American Red Cross Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor certification or another certification approved by the local Department of Health.
• Emotional maturity, good health, and vitality.
• Ability to work cooperatively with campers and other staff members.
• Must be at least 18 years old to comply with NYS Department of Health regulations.
• Ability to meet travel requirements associated with the position.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as appropriate.

Nice To Haves

• One year of college and coursework in education, physical education, outdoor recreation, youth development, or a related field.
• One or more years of experience as a camp counselor.
• Lifeguard instructor certificate.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Aquatics Director with implementing and evaluating the snorkeling and swimming program.
• Conduct swim tests.
• Train lifeguards and CITs.
• Set up the waterfront during orientation and help ensure safe conditions throughout the summer.
• Work with lifeguards and the Aquatics Director to promote safety on and off the water.
• Provide leadership and guidance for ten campers.
• Participate in general planning of the camp program.
• Assist with camp program activities and other camp-wide activities as assigned.
• Participate in staff meetings and training events as scheduled.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed