Description

POSITION SUMMARY:
The Waterfront Director plays a crucial role at Camp Pepin, overseeing one of the camp's most defining and high-risk areas - Lake Pepin and the waterfront. Ensuring the safety of campers, staff, and participants is paramount, and the Waterfront Director is responsible for maintaining strict adherence to all operating and safety procedures. This role involves training lifeguards and staff, running emergency drills, and making critical decisions related to weather, water quality, and safety protocols in collaboration with the Camp Director.
In addition to safety management, the Waterfront Director serves as a primary instructor for waterfront activities, including kayaking, canoeing, paddleboarding, sailing, and swimming. The role also includes evaluating counselors on their teaching proficiency, conducting regular equipment inspections, and ensuring all waterfront activities operate smoothly and safely. The Waterfront Director ensures that Lake Pepin is both celebrated and safely enjoyed by all, balancing risk management with the joy of outdoor adventure.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
1. Ensure Safety: Implement and enforce all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Emergency Procedures for waterfront activities, making critical decisions on weather, water quality, and lifeguard coverage in collaboration with the Camp Director.
2. Lead Staff Training and Drills: Conduct in-service sessions, safety training, and emergency drills for lifeguards and staff, ensuring they are proficient in all waterfront procedures and emergency responses.
3. Oversee Waterfront Instruction: Serve as the primary instructor for kayaking, canoeing, paddleboarding, sailing, and swimming, while developing and adapting the curriculum to meet camper needs.
4. Maintain Equipment: Conduct daily safety checks and regular maintenance of all waterfront equipment, ensuring it is safe, functional ,and ready for use.
5. Support Staff Development: Mentor and support counselors throughout the summer, providing ongoing feedback and contributing to their professional growth and development.
6. Foster Camper Development and Supervision: Apply youth development principles, ensuring campers are safely supervised at all times while engaging in meaningful and inclusive waterfront activities.
7.Contribute to Camp Pepin's Legacy: Embody the values and mission of the YMCA and Camp Pepin by continuously working to enhance its reputation within the community. Uphold high standards of service and commitment, fostering a positive and impactfulcamp environment that families rave about.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Must be at least 20 years of age.
2. Must be able to obtain or become certified in First Aid/CPR and Lifeguarding (camp will provide certification).
3. Demonstrated knowledge and skills in waterfront programming, including swimming, kayaking, canoeing, paddleboarding, and sailing.
4. Strong leadership and organizational abilities, with experience in supervising staff and children in a camp setting.
5. Ability to effectively communicate and interact with campers and staff of all ages, fostering a positive and inclusive environment.
6. Desire and ability to work outdoors with children, ensuring their safety and providing instruction in waterfront activities.
7. Ability to observe camper behavior, enforce safety guidelines, assess risks, and apply appropriate behavior-management techniques.
8. Ability to pass a background check and, if necessary, a motor vehicle check to ensure proper license and driving record.