Summer - Waterfront Director
The Salvation Army USA Western Territory, Scotts Valley, CA, United States
OVERVIEW
The Waterfront Director leads daily pool operations, supervises lifeguards and swimmers, enforces safety guidelines, teaches basic swim skills, oversees Free Time and polar bear swims, supports camp programs and devotionals, supervises camp-wide events, and maintains a clean, safe pool area.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Supervise waterfront staff to ensure lifeguard attentiveness, safety, and proper breaks
Provide rescue training and lead water safety orientation for staff
Coordinate waterfront activities and support rainy-day programming
Conduct daily safety checks and report maintenance needs
Maintain safety standards and visibly post waterfront rules
Oversee pool and equipment maintenance, including chemical levels and backwashing
Monitor campers during activities and enforce safety procedures
Teach campers safe waterfront practices and basic swim skills
Keep waterfront areas clean and organized, including showers and pool deck
Maintain daily pool records and provide water test results to inspectors
Assist with camper registration and evening programs
Maintain clean living quarters and assist with late-night supervision
Support Salvation Army badge and arts programs as scheduled
Report property issues to Facilities Manager or Maintenance Crew Chief
Build relationships with campers and staff to foster a positive experience
Participate in spiritual formation and model Christ-like behavior
Assist cabin leaders with camper supervision when pool is not in use
Report suspected child abuse immediately and follow proper procedures
Other related duties as required
All staff may be called upon at any time to assist in the total operation of the camp. You are expected to join in all evening programs; absences are excused only through the Assistant Camp Director.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Minimum 21 years of age (required)
Current CPR/First Aid/AED certification (required)
American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor certification or equivalent (preferred)
Camping experience either as a camper or staff (preferred)
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Interest, knowledge, and skills in recreation, programming, and ministry
General ability to work well with children
Must be of good moral character
Must have a personal and growing relationship with the Lord
EQUIPMENT USED
Modern Office Equipment and Relevant Software
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.
Ability to sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist on an intermittent or sometimes continuous basis
Ability to grasp, push and pull objects and tools
Ability to swim
ADA STATEMENT Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment in order to meet the physical requirements of the position. The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy requests if the accommodation needed is reasonable and no undue hardship would result.
ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF RELIGIOUS PURPOSES Please note that The Salvation Army has a religious purpose and status as a church. We ask our employees to avoid conflict or interference with the Army’s religious mission. Employees must agree and understand that their services are part of the Army's religious purposes and their work-related conduct must not conflict with, interfere with, or undermine such religious programs or The Army's religious purposes.
AT-WILL Any employment relationship with this organization is of an "at-will" nature, which means that an Employee may resign at any time and the Employer may discharge an Employee at any time with or without cause. It is further understood that this "at-will" employment relationship may not be changed by any written document or by conduct unless such change is specifically acknowledged in writing by an authorized executive of this organization.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Supervise waterfront staff to ensure lifeguard attentiveness, safety, and proper breaks
Provide rescue training and lead water safety orientation for staff
Coordinate waterfront activities and support rainy-day programming
Conduct daily safety checks and report maintenance needs
Maintain safety standards and visibly post waterfront rules
Oversee pool and equipment maintenance, including chemical levels and backwashing
Monitor campers during activities and enforce safety procedures
Teach campers safe waterfront practices and basic swim skills
Keep waterfront areas clean and organized, including showers and pool deck
Maintain daily pool records and provide water test results to inspectors
Assist with camper registration and evening programs
Maintain clean living quarters and assist with late-night supervision
Support Salvation Army badge and arts programs as scheduled
Report property issues to Facilities Manager or Maintenance Crew Chief
Build relationships with campers and staff to foster a positive experience
Participate in spiritual formation and model Christ-like behavior
Assist cabin leaders with camper supervision when pool is not in use
Report suspected child abuse immediately and follow proper procedures
Other related duties as required
All staff may be called upon at any time to assist in the total operation of the camp. You are expected to join in all evening programs; absences are excused only through the Assistant Camp Director.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Minimum 21 years of age (required)
Current CPR/First Aid/AED certification (required)
American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor certification or equivalent (preferred)
Camping experience either as a camper or staff (preferred)
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Interest, knowledge, and skills in recreation, programming, and ministry
General ability to work well with children
Must be of good moral character
Must have a personal and growing relationship with the Lord
EQUIPMENT USED
Modern Office Equipment and Relevant Software
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.
Ability to sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist on an intermittent or sometimes continuous basis
Ability to grasp, push and pull objects and tools
Ability to swim
ADA STATEMENT Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment in order to meet the physical requirements of the position. The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy requests if the accommodation needed is reasonable and no undue hardship would result.
ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF RELIGIOUS PURPOSES Please note that The Salvation Army has a religious purpose and status as a church. We ask our employees to avoid conflict or interference with the Army’s religious mission. Employees must agree and understand that their services are part of the Army's religious purposes and their work-related conduct must not conflict with, interfere with, or undermine such religious programs or The Army's religious purposes.
AT-WILL Any employment relationship with this organization is of an "at-will" nature, which means that an Employee may resign at any time and the Employer may discharge an Employee at any time with or without cause. It is further understood that this "at-will" employment relationship may not be changed by any written document or by conduct unless such change is specifically acknowledged in writing by an authorized executive of this organization.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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