About this opportunity
Pok-O-MacCready Camps lists this Summer Camp Head Lifeguard opportunity in willsboro, New York. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job Title: Waterfront Director
Mission: Grounded in a century of tradition, Pok-O-MacCready fosters personal growth by empowering campers to achieve independence, create lifelong friendships, and develop a deep appreciation of the natural world, in the Adirondacks and beyond.
Location: Willsboro, NY - Pok-O-MacCready is a 122-year-old coed camp for children aged 6-16. Our campus consists of 400 acres of pristine wilderness on the shores of Long Pond in the Adirondack Park. Campers have the opportunity to participate in a 2, 3, 4, or 7 week session. Summer camp programs emphasize wilderness skills, horseback riding, traditional and non-traditional sports, creative arts, and community. For more information about the summer camp program, visit
Level of Position: Full Time; Seasonal (June 18th – August 18th, 2026)
Minimum Qualifications
At least 21 years of age and able to work legally in the United States
Willing to be flexible, patient, kind, and hard working
Excellent teaching skills and a willingness to continue to improve and accept coaching
Self directed, with a desire to interact with and instruct children
One season of experience as a camp aquatics director at a New York State children’s camp; OR
Two seasons of previous experience consisting of at least 12 weeks as a children’s camp lifeguard
which had more than one lifeguard supervising it at a time; OR
18 weeks of previous experience as a lifeguard at a swimming pool or bathing beach, which had
more than one lifeguard supervising it at a time.
Ability to manage a lifeguarding staff
Have or, be willing to obtain prior to the start of camp, current Lifeguard Management and Progressive Swim Instructor certifications (or DOH approved equivalents)
Reports To: Executive Director | Supervises: Lifeguards and Swimming Instructors
Description of Responsibilities
45% Teach swim classes, manage and mentor swimming instructors, and help to lead section and all-camp activities, including evening activities
25% Supervise open swims and manage and mentor lifeguards
10% Supervise campers during meals, at All-Camp Activities, and at night when On Duty
5% Assess swim ability of all campers upon their arrival to camp
10% Maintain swim docks and equipment per DOH and ACA standards. Responsible for the cleanliness of your cabin and program areas. Role model an environmental ethic
5% Other duties as assigned. May include facilities upkeep, landscaping, driving, dishwashing, etc
Compensation and Benefits: $4,350 for the summer camp season (June 18-August 18, 9 days of staff training included), plus full room, board, and laundry. A dynamic and fun camp community.
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Worksite address
willsboro, NY, 12996, US
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