Position Title: Waterfront Director
Reports to:Camp Director
Position Purpose:
This individual will support the mission of Friends of Camp Little Notch by managing the day-to-day operations of the waterfront. May be required to assist in programs, rentals, special events, and open camping experiences.
Period of Employment:
2025 Season
Full-time residence onsite for the spring, summer, and fall camp events, rentals, programs, and residential girl’s camp.
Compensation:
$475/week
Friends of CLN provides:
Worker’s Compensation Insurance Coverage
Disability Insurance Coverage
Unemployment Insurance Coverage
Lodging during the period of on-site residence
Food during periods of regular programming
Use of Friends of Camp Little Notch office equipment related to FoCLN business and incidental personal business
Periodic performance reviews, including a mid-season review, and formal year-end review at the end of the period of employment
Responsibilities
ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Be at least 21 years of age
Current Lifeguarding certification, or willingness to recertify
At least two summers of experience as a summer camp lifeguard or other applicable lifeguard experience (at least 16 weeks at a facility staffed by more than one lifeguard at a time)
Valid driver’s license and willingness to drive camp vehicles
Commitment to bringing the Camp Little Notch Mission to life
Willingness to obtain other certifications as required by the NYS Department of Health
ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Participate in the planning and conducting of pre-camp training, to include training waterfront staff, counselor staff and fellow administrative staff in their waterfront responsibilities.
Lead any waterfront staff in-service training in conjunction with the Camp Director.
Assist in the care of the camp facility and its equipment. Maintain organization of waterfront equipment and ensure equipment condition is evaluated daily and removed from use as needed.
Setup and clean up the waterfront prior to and after daily usage. Ensure all logs are updated daily.
Assist the Camp Director in weekly swim testing, to include organizing the camper buddy board.
Create and administer lesson plans for canoeing and kayaking that seek to build skill and an awareness of water safety.
Create and administer lesson plans for sailing that seek to build skill and are progressive in nature.
Supervise free swim periods for units and create optional structured swim activity offerings that support camper-led programming.
Lead all-camp swims and weekly Polar Bear swims.
Assist the Program Director in the creation of other all-camp activities as requested.
Supervise assigned staff members, to include regular, spontaneous evaluation and feedback. Complete mid-summer and summer’s end performance appraisals in conjunction with the Camp Director. Keep the Camp Director regularly informed of staff performance, morale and conflicts.
Act as additional supervision for an assigned unit when not at the waterfront, including assisting with kapers, meals, and all unit routines including hygiene maintenance, me time and bedtime.
Apply basic principles of youth development, connect with the campers and appreciate each camper as their own unique individual. Work with campers to create positive and meaningful relationships utilizing communication, respect and empowerment.
Work with unit counselors and campers to create a community living environment that is cohesive, positive and uplifting.
Assist with keeping assigned unit clean throughout each session - including camper tents, unit house, and latrines.
Act as a leader and role model to fellow staff members through the following means:
o Enthusiastic participation in all camp programming
o Excellent customer service skills
o A professional demeanor and positive, upbeat disposition
o A consistent willingness to help others
o Communicating with fellow staff members in a way that is positive and encouraging
o Living the Values of Camp Little Notch
Maintain an in-depth knowledge about the facility and its emergency action plans. Ensure proper safety procedures are followed at the waterfront, and activate the emergency action plan when necessary.
Understand all site specific emergency procedures and respond to on-site incidents and accidents and follow reporting procedures to Camp Director and/or Executive Director as required.
Understand American Camp Association and NY State Health Department regulations and how they apply to assigned daily responsibilities.
Play a key role in the weekly check-in and check-out process. Welcome campers to their session in a positive, inviting, outgoing and inclusive manner.
Assist with weekly camp clean up between sessions, to include sweeping, mopping, sanitizing, trash pick-up, etc.
Assist in other camp duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong organizational skills including the ability to manage multiple projects and details simultaneously.
Ability to work productively in a fast-paced environment.
Working knowledge of sailing sunfish sailboats and personal experience sailing these types of boats.
Skills in program/lesson planning and implementation, such as: time management, creativity, flexibility, enthusiasm, interpersonal prowess, patience, and public speaking.
PHYSICAL ASPECTS OF THE POSITION:
Ability to endure standing for long hours and perform activities such as running, bending, stooping, and stretching.
Ability to traverse varying terrain while moving between activities.
Ability to operate with daily exposure to the sun, heat, and varying environmental conditions.
Endurance to meet emergency needs.
Ability (and willingness) to live in a communal camp setting with adults and children while working irregular hours.
