Camp is looking for a driven individual to join our team in the role of Waterfront Director. General Responsibility: Teach and help coordinate camp’s waterfront and swimming activities and help maintain standards that lead to a quality program. Assist in the training of instructors at all watercraft activities. Specific Responsibilities: • During staff training, work with Program Director to set up waterfront area and teach staff their responsibilities in each water activity • Teach and monitor proper use of equipment • Conduct initial and end-of-session inventory, storing, and keeping equipment in good condition • Lead in checking equipment and making or filing for repairs • Conduct daily check of area and equipment for safety, cleanliness, and good repair • Write and monitor the use of lesson plans that foster participants’ aquatic skills • Keep records on all participants; help them progress from beginner to advanced levels • Oversee award recognition and participation certificates to campers, when earned • Assist in coordinating specialization with other camp activities • Submit orders for equipment and supplies when needed ensuring timely arrival of materials • Evaluate current season and make suggestions for the following season • Other duties as assigned. Essential Functions: • Ability to communicate and work with groups of various age and skill levels, and provide necessary instruction to campers • Abilities to observe camper behavior, assess its appropriateness, enforce appropriate safety regulations and emergency procedures, and apply appropriate behavior-management techniques • Physical ability to respond appropriately to situations requiring first aid • Cognitive and communication abilities to plan and conduct the activity to achieve camper development objectives Minimum Qualifications: • Must have the ability to plan, coordinate, and direct diverse water activities and to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. • Current Water Safety Instructor or YMCA Progressive Swim Instructor certification • Current Lifeguarding, CPR, and First Aid certifications • Current small craft instructor’s certification • Organized camping experience on a managerial level • Ability to supervise staff • Desire and ability to work with children outdoors • Ability to relate to one’s peer group • Ability to accept guidance and supervision • Good character, integrity, and adaptability • Enthusiasm, sense of humor, patience, and self-control • Belief in camper-camp-self • Ability to drive camp vehicles or willingness to learn Why work at the Y? The YMCA of Greater Boston is an incredible place to have a fulfilling career or enjoy part-time employment — all while we are supporting and strengthening our communities, because our community is our cause. When you join us in your career here, you can look forward to: • Developing your leadership skills in a caring, challenging & diverse working environment. • Exploring a wide range of opportunities as you learn new skills and functions. • Shaping the future of young children while making a difference each day for our communities and each other. • Engaging in YMCA career training programs and working alongside those who have the same passion. • A healthy work/life balance • Comprehensive benefits including: • FREE YMCA Membership for you. • Discount on Specialty Programs like Personal Training and Swimming Lessons. • Discounted or FREE family membership. • Robust Retirement Plan up to 10%. (see eligibility requirement) • Health, Dental, and Vision Benefit Package. • Vacation and Sick Time (PT receive sick time)