Waterfront Director

Overview

We Have a Strong Commitment to Equity

The Y actively promotes a culture free from bias and injustice. We are dedicated to removing institutional and systemic barriers that result in oppression and racism. We will be accountable to marginalized communities for creating equitable and sustainable environments where social justice is woven into every facet of our programs, and by caring for our communities in a culturally versatile and respectful manner.

Tell Me About This Job!

The Waterfront Director provides direct supervision and oversight to overall operation of waterfront area including activities, scheduling, supervision of lifeguard counselors, and equipment inspection and upkeep. Ensures the supervision and safety of campers at all times.

To learn more about working with Camp & Outdoor Leadership at the Y, please visit us online at www.campingandoutdoorleadership.org

Compensation:  $95/day, Staff returning to the same or equivalent job for the second season: $101/day, Staff returning to the same or equivalent job for third season: $107/day, staff returning to the same or equivalent job for 4 or more seasons: $113/day. 

What You'll Get From Working at The Y

• Membership to the YMCA of Greater Seattle
• Free access to mental health resources
• Rapidly-accruing paid time off (PTO) available immediately upon hire
• Discounts on qualifying YMCA of Greater Seattle childcare and day camp programs

Responsibilities

Essential Functions

• Oversees lifeguards and waterfront programs
• Facilitates program activities that are developmentally appropriate and which promote camper skill and character development
• Leads and assists with facilitation of all waterfront clinics and other all-camp special events
• Maintains proper ratio of 1 lifeguard for 25 campers and 1 staff person for every 10 campers
• Maintains safety and cleanliness standards including pool chemicals, if applicable
• Takes special note of individual camper health needs or concerns on a daily basis
• Communicates personal or staff needs to supervisor in a timely manner
• Attends staff meetings and trainings
• Maintains waterfront schedule
• Schedules and facilitates emergency waterfront drills
• Follows YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergencies 

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment

This job operates at a seasonal residential camp, both inside and outdoors. Staff housing is apartment style, shared housing.  

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear.  The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.  This position requires the ability to occasionally lift store or janitorial products and supplies, up to 50 pounds.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time, seasonal position (May 31, 2027 - August 25, 2027). The usual camp workweek is six days on and one day off, including training, staff meetings, and regular duties. This summer camp position is exempt from minimum wage and overtime regulations per State of Washington wage and hour law.

Travel

This position is required to live onsite at camp. All travel required for work will be done by YMCA Authorized Drivers.

Code of Conduct for Applicants

All employees and volunteers are responsible for adhering to abuse prevention policies, maintaining appropriate boundaries, completing required training, reporting suspicious or inappropriate behavior, and complying with mandated reporting requirements.

Responsible for ensuring staff are properly screened, trained, supervised and held accountable to the organization’s abuse risk management standards.

Qualifications

What We're Looking for in an Applicant  

• Water Safety Instructor or YMCA Progressive Swim Instructor Certification
• Current state approved first aid certification*
• Current state approved CPR certification*
• First Aid/CPR for the professional rescuer
• One or more years of college preferred
• Two or more years’ experience in waterfront experience
• Current Lifeguard certification

Other combinations of applicable education, training, and experience which provide the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position may be considered.

Preferred Education/Experience

• Current state approved first aid certification*
• Current state approved CPR certification*
• Prefer knowledge of and previous experience with, diverse populations (language, culture, race, physical ability, sexual orientation, etc.)

• Ability to speak any language in addition to English may be helpful
• Experience with anti-racism practices and coalition building

*CPR/First Aid training will be provided onsite.

Our Mission

Building a community where all people, especially the young, are encouraged to develop their fullest potential in spirit, mind, and body.

YMCA of Greater Seattle's Core Values

• Respect
• Responsibility
• Honesty
• Caring
• Passion for Excellence

YGS is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse and equitable work environment.  Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by local, state, or federal law.

All job offers are contingent on the results of a background check. We participate in the Federal E-Verify system.