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Aquatics Director - Southold, NY

Cornell Cooperative Extension

Southold, NYTemporary$7700–11400 stipendPosted 7mo agoSeen in employer's feed 5 days ago

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Compensation
$7700–11400 stipend
Location
Southold, NY
Schedule
Temporary
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Current Lifeguard And Waterfront CertificationLifeguard Supervision And Management CertificateCurrent Progressive Swimming Instructor Certification Or Water Safety Instructor Certification Or Basic Swim Instructor Certification Or Ability To Obtain Prior To Camp SeasonCurrent CPR For Professional Rescuer Certificate Or Other Approved CPR Certification

Job overview

Cornell Cooperative Extension is hiring an Aquatics Director - Southold, NY. The Aquatics Director coordinates and directs the development and implementation of aquatic programs, including swimming, snorkeling, kayaking, canoeing, and stand-up paddleboarding. This role involves supervising senior and junior camp counselors to ensure quality programming in the subject area.

Key focus areas include Coordinate and direct development and implementation of aquatics program and Supervise senior and junior camp counselors.

Successful candidates bring Age 21+, 1+ Years Aquatics Director Experience, and 2+ Years Lifeguard Experience. Important skills include Organizational Skills, Leadership Skills, Supervise Staff Members, and Organize Staff Members.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Organizational SkillsLeadership SkillsSupervise Staff MembersOrganize Staff Members

Qualifications

Must Be 21 Years Old1 Year Aquatics Director Experience or 2 Years Lifeguard Experience at Children's Camp or 2 Seasons (12 Weeks Cumulatively) Children's Camp Lifeguard Experience or 18 Weeks Lifeguard ExperienceCurrent Lifeguard and Waterfront CertificationLifeguard Supervision and Management CertificateCurrent Progressive Swimming Instructor Certification or Water Safety Instructor Certification or Basic Swim Instructor Certification or Ability to Obtain Prior to Camp SeasonCurrent CPR for Professional Rescuer Certificate or Other Approved CPR CertificationAbility to Meet Travel RequirementsAbility to Work Flexible HoursLifeguard and Progressive Swimming Instructor or Water Safety Instructor CertificatesCertification for Teaching Lifeguarding / First Aid and CPR

Full job description

Coordinate and direct the development and implementation of aquatics program including but not limited to: swimming, snorkeling, kayaking, canoeing, stand-up paddleboard, etc. Supervise senior and junior camp counselors to effect quality programming in the subject area.

Required Qualifications:

  • Must be at least 21 years old to comply with New York State Department of Health regulations.

  • One year experience as aquatics director or two years experience as a lifeguard at a children's camp or two seasons of previous experience consisting cumulatively of at least 12 weeks as a children's camp lifeguard, as specified in subdivision (g) of this section, at a swimming pool or bathing beach which had more than one lifeguard supervising it at a time; or at least 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

  • Current lifeguard and waterfront Certification as approved by the Local Health Department

  • Have a lifeguard supervision and management certificate that meets the requirements subpart6-2.

  • Have a current certification as a progressive swimming instructor, Water Safety Instructor or Basic Swim Instructor or the ability to obtain prior to camp season.

  • Have a current certification as a progressive swimming instructor, Water Safety Instructor or Basic Swim Instructor or the ability to obtain prior to camp season.

  • Current CPR for Professional Rescuer certificate or other CPR certification approved by the local Department of Health

  • Lifeguard Supervision and Management certificate is required.

  • Current or ability to obtain a Basic Swim Instructor Certification

  • Strong organizational and leadership skills.

  • Ability to supervise and organize staff members.

  • Ability to meet travel requirements associated with this position.

  • Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as appropriate.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Lifeguard and Progressive Swimming Instructor or Water Safety Instructor certificates are preferred.

  • Certification for teaching lifeguarding / First Aid and CPR

POSITION DETAILS:

Salary: $7,700 - $11.400.00 per season

Schedule: EXEMPT – TEMP: June 1, 2026 – August 23, 2026

No relocation or VISA Sponsorship available

HOW TO APPLY:

Review of applications will begin immediately. The position will remain open until a qualified pool of candidates is obtained.

Applicants need to:

Attach/upload a resume to the online application in either Microsoft Word or PDF format. Attach/upload a cover letter to the online application in either Microsoft Word or PDF format. Attach/upload contacts info for three references to the online application in either Microsoft Word or PDF format.

In the "Experience" section of your application, use the Paperclip icon to search for file(s) or use the "Drop Files Here" box to manually drag document(s) into your application. Once the application is submitted, you will not be able to change your submission or add attachments.

External Applicants: (including current employees of other Cornell Cooperative Extension Associations), please refer to the Applying for a Job (External Candidate) (https://hr.cornell.edu/jobs/how-we-hire) document for additional guidance.

Internal Applicants: Current employees of the Cornell Cooperative Extension Association indicated in this job posting are considered internal applicants; please refer to the Applying for a Job (Internal Candidate) (https://apps.hr.cornell.edu/workdayCommunications/Recruitment%20job%20aids/applying\_for\_a\_job\_internal.pdf) document for additional guidance.

The Association may make reasonable accommodations to enable applicants to participate in the hiring process and employees to perform their essential functions. If you require an accommodation to participate in the selection process, you are encouraged to contact Cornell Cooperative Extension of Suffolk County Human Resources at (631) 727-7850 or via email at [email protected]

Job Title:

Association Temporary Camp Program Specialty Director

Level:

TMP

Pay Rate Type:

Salary

Company:

Contact Name:

Ashley Downs

Cornell Cooperative Extension is a collaboration among Cornell University, the United States Department of Agriculture, the State of New York, and the residents of New York State. Per NYS Law, county and regional extension service associations are subordinate government agencies. This employment opportunity is with the entities listed and not with Cornell University.

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