Location: Pelham,NY, USA
About the New York Athletic Club and the Winged Foot Day Camp:
The New York Athletic Club, one of the world's premier clubs, is seeking a Day Camp Aquatics Director at the Travers Island property located in Pelham, NY. The candidate for this position will be a part of the Winged Foot Day Camp team and will oversee the day camp aquatics staff and daily functions.
The Winged Foot Day Camp is the perfect opportunity for children of members to gain a full camp experience, take advantage of the world class facilities at Travers Island, and create memories to last a lifetime. Campers will participate in several sports, creative arts, theme days, and off campus field trips
Job Description and Responsibilities:
Establish and oversee all swimming activities at the Travers Island pool
Supervise all staff and campers participating in swim activities
Manage daily operations of the aquatics staff including the camps lifeguards and swim instructors
Oversee and assist in the maintenance and upkeep of the aquatics facility at Travers Island
Respond to bathing facility emergencies
Implement and oversee the buddy system
Develop and maintain positive relationships with members, guests as well as staff including the Clubs Aquatic Director
Ensure pool safety procedures are strictly adhered to by lifeguards and instructors Must be on site
Attend pre-camp training in May and June 2024
Qualifications:
Minimum one season experience as a Camp Aquatics Director at a NYS camp; or two seasons experience consisting of at least twelve weeks as childrens camp lifeguard at a pool or beach; or eighteen weeks of previous experience as a lifeguard at a pool or beach
Must be at least 21 years old
Valid CPR/First Aid/AED certification
Pass NYS and national background check
Transportation to and from Travers Island required
40 hours per week during June-August 2024
Excellent communication skills and ability to work on a team
Possess effective customer service skills
Demonstrate responsible and professional conduct
Be open to feedback and desire to grow professionally
Able to handle multiple tasks efficiently and accurately
Employment Type: Temp/SeasonalSalary: $21 - $22 HourlyBonus/Commission: No