Are you passionate about working with children and creating memorable experiences? Do you thrive in an outdoor environment and have water ski experience? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you! Join our team as a Water Ski Coordinator for summer 2027!
Camp Coordinator Mandatory Training Dates: May 24, 2027 - June 4, 2027
Camp Dates: June 6 - July 31, 2027
At the Y, we believe in making a positive impact . As a Water Ski Coordinator you will be responsible for the water ski program, including driving the boat!
Responsibilities:
- Focus on safety and fun with water skiing
- Plan and organize water ski activities for groups of campers
- Create tailored schedules based on children's age groups and interests
- Monitor the care of the boats
- Instruct water skiing and wakeboarding
- Demonstrate leadership on the water and in your involvement of other camp activities and events
- Address behavioral issues and ensure safety rules are followed
- Perform first aid or provide care for injuries as needed
- Maintain accurate incident logs and attend staff meetings and trainings
- Assist with other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- Must be at least 20 years of age or older
- High school graduate or equivalent; one year or more of college preferred
- valid boating license required
- Valid driver's license required
- Strong swimmer and extensive water ski experience
- Knowledge of boat operations
- Proven experience working with children
- Familiarity with camping and various outdoor activities
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Leadership, problem-solving, and conflict resolution skills
- A good understanding of risk management and safety
- Positive, energetic, reliable, self-motivated, and patient attitude
Physical Demands:
- Ability to meet the physical demands of the job, including hiking, running, crouching, and carrying children
- Walking, stooping, standing, hearing, seeing, and lifting up to 50 lbs
- Ability to plan, lead and participate in a range of activities in a variety of outdoor/indoor settings and varying weather conditions and temperatures
Training:
- Certifications in First Aid, CPR, AED, and O2 (provided by Y upon hire)
- Y Camp training required before camp sessions, including online safety courses (campers arrive June 1)
- New Employee Orientation required within one week of hire
Work schedule
- Other
Benefits
- Employee discount
- Paid training
- Other