Position: Camp Aquatic Director

Location: BCNY @ Harriman State Park, 553 Arden Valley Road, Southfields, NY 10975

Salary Range: $11,000 - $12,000

Schedule: June 8 to August 15, 2025

Employment Type: Seasonal, Full-time, Exempt

About Us

The Boys’ Club of New York (BCNY) operates a premier sleep-away camp experience designed for 10 to 17-year-old boys and young men to grow through adventure, community, and skill building. Since 1876, BCNY has created environments where young people develop confidence, resilience, teamwork, and leadership.

At Harriman Basecamp, members engage in structured programs that promote healthy minds and bodies, expand their talents, and encourage positive peer relationships. Guided by evidence-based youth development practices, BCNY’s Basecamp programs aim to set a high standard for outdoor education and character development. To strengthen this mission, we continue to build a dedicated team of camp professionals who can deepen and broaden our impact each season.

Job Summary

The Aquatics Director will oversee all waterfront-related activities at BCNY Harriman Basecamp, ensuring the safety and quality of all aquatic programs, including swimming, boating, fishing and watercraft activities. This position supervises a team of aquatic staff, ensures compliance with local and state regulations, and maintains all necessary equipment and facilities. The Aquatics Director will play a key role in staff training, emergency procedures, programming excellence and daily waterfront operations. The ideal candidate is an experienced water safety professional with strong leadership skills. The Aquatics Director reports to the Associate Camp Director and is integral part of the Division Leaders Team.

Responsibilities

Waterfront Operations & Safety

• Set up, maintain, and break down waterfront facilities, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.

• Oversee all camper and staff water activities, including swimming and boating.

• Enforce safety procedures and conduct regular inspections.

• Review and document the camp’s safety plan for swimming according to the Department of Health Standards.

• Maintain emergency action plans and train staff on protocols.

Staff Training & Supervision

• Train, supervise, and evaluate all staff to ensure safety and policy adherence when at the waterfronts.

• Supervise and mentor waterfront staff, making sure they are confident and prepared to run their programs.

• Schedule observation and provide real-time feedback and encouragement to staff, helping them create an environment where campers thrive.

• Step in to handle conflicts or challenges with positivity and restorative practices.

• Work with the Director of Camp Programs to develop a waterfront curriculum and special events.

Equipment & Facility Management

• Oversee maintenance, storage, and daily safety inspections of waterfront equipment.

• Manage inventory and supply requests in a timely manner.

Program Development & Camper Engagement

• Develop and lead engaging aquatic programs, including swim instruction, canoeing and fishing.

• Assess campers' swimming abilities and ensure adherence to waterfront rules.

• Schedule all camp events, like beach parties, Canoe races, fishing competition, build a raft activity

• As part of the Camp Programming Team, the Aquatic Director collaborate on scheduling, all camp activities, evening programming, special events, and day to day all camp meetings.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in aquatics supervision, preferably in a camp or youth setting.

• Previous experience managing staff and implementing water safety programs.

• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

• Bachelor’s degree in Recreation, Physical Education, or a related field (preferred).

• Familiarity with state and local waterfront safety regulations.

• Proficiency with tandem canoe paddling and fresh water fishing and instruction

Requirements

• Must be at least 21 years old.

• One of the following:

• One season as a camp Aquatics Director at a New York State camp, OR

• Two seasons (minimum 12 weeks) as a children’s camp lifeguard at a pool or beach with multiple lifeguards, OR

• Three seasons (minimum 18 weeks) of previous experience as a lifeguard at a pool or beach with multiple lifeguards.

• Current certifications in:

• Professional First Aid & CPR (need to be certified the same year as camp operation)

• Lifeguard Supervision & Management for Pool & Beach, and waterfront

• Meet all required immunizations (MMR and Poly required).

What We Offer

• PTO: Sick time only

• Housing available on site

• Daily meals during camp sessions

The Boys’ Club of New York is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other status protected by law. If you have a disability or other protected need requiring an accommodation, please contact Human Resources.