Aquatics (Waterfront) Director

General Responsibility: Oversees and supervises the Waterfront program.

Qualifications: Be at least 21 years of age. Have 3 seasons of previous Waterfront experience as a lifeguard and/or Camp aquatics director. Possesses CPR for the Professional Rescuer issued by the Red Cross, or CPR certificate issued by a certifying agency determined by the State Commissioner of Health. Holds Water Safety Instructor (WSI), waterfront module training, and lifeguard certification.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Establishes and oversees activities in and on the water.
• Supervises everyone participating in aquatic activities.
• Responds to waterfront emergencies.
• Serves as lifeguard at the waterfront when needed.
• Trains waterfront and children/youth programs staff during orientation week (e.g., sweep, buddy system, emergency plans). Sets up the waterfront area, marking off swim areas, setting up buddy boards, etc.
• Ensures 1:25 staff/camper ratio on and off waterfront sites.
• Teaches campers the Red Cross Buddy System, and appropriate emergency procedures for lost Camper (Lost Swimmer Plan).
• Assigns Counselors to specific tasks at the waterfront, making sure all understand their role and responsibilities.
• Oversees all waterfront equipment; ensures each is in good working order. Reports any needed repairs or replacements to Camp Director. Requests purchase of new equipment as needed.
• Ensures all boats are in working condition, gas tanks filled daily. Tanks must be full at the end of day to be ready for the next day’s activities.
• Tests swimming ability of all campers and staff.
• Offers campers an opportunity to receive Red Cross Certification in swimming.
• Maintains a safe and clean waterfront area.

Note: Either the Waterfront Director or Assistant Waterfront Director is required to participate on overnight canoe trips.

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