Waterfront Specialist

YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties • Gig Harbor, WA

4d • $510 - $540 • Onsite

About The Position

The Waterfront Specialist supervises and maintains safe, enjoyable, age-appropriate waterfront programs and events at Camp Seymour in Gig Harbor, Washington. The role supervises boating instructors and lifeguards, provides progressive instruction in waterfront activities, and coordinates with leadership and other staff to implement the overall camp program.

This is a seasonal residential position from June 7, 2027, to August 20, 2027, with room and board. The schedule is up to 40 hours per week, with Saturdays and Sundays off.

Requirements

• Be at least 21 years of age.
• Have at least one season of camp experience.
• Have a positive attitude and previous experience with diverse populations.
• Have knowledge and skills in program activities and related equipment setup, and the ability to instruct participants in age-appropriate techniques.
• Pass a Small Craft Safety skills verification upon beginning employment.
• Hold a current American Red Cross Basic Water Rescue Certification or YMCA Lifeguard/Red Cross Lifeguard certification, or be able to obtain the certification during staff training.
• Obtain a Washington State Boaters’ License by the start of staff training.
• Pass background and reference checks in accordance with the Washington State Fair Chance Act.
• Be committed to valuing and promoting diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.
• Be able and willing to complete online Child Abuse Prevention training on the first day, as well as other required online and in-person training.

Nice To Haves

• Experience teaching boating.
• Two years of personal boating experience.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and facilitate waterfront programming for Overnight Camp and visiting groups.
• Monitor waterfront equipment and supplies, and repair or resupply as necessary.
• Work with the Assistant Camp Director of Programs to ensure quality programming.
• Coordinate with leadership staff and other staff to implement the overall camp program.
• Plan, facilitate, and support evening programming, including setup, teardown, supervision, and other assigned duties.
• Add creativity and variety to camp programs with the help of camp directors and staff.
• Assume on-duty responsibilities, run meal times and lineups, make snacks, lock up, and perform other duties agreed upon with a supervisor.
• Serve as a cabin counselor when coverage is needed.
• Supervise boating instructors and lifeguards and provide progressive instruction in waterfront activities.

Benefits

• Room and board.
• Accrue paid sick leave at 1.23 hours for every 40 hours worked.
• Ability to apply as an internal candidate for a year-round, full- or part-time position.
• Build lasting connections and employment experience.

What This Job Offers

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