4-H Camp Waterfront Director
This position will serve as the Waterfront Coordinator for DPF 4-H Camp, a residential summer camp owned and operated by Cornell Cooperative Extension Association of Nassau County, located in Riverhead, New York. The primary responsibilities of this position will include, but not be limited to: overseeing and coordinating the DPF 4-H Camp’s waterfront and swimming activities, and maintaining the standards that lead to a quality program. This position will identify and meet camper needs, and will operate waterfront programs in compliance with the American Red Cross requirements for water safety. This position accepts and performs all position duties outlined in this position description, and performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned and deemed appropriate by the DPF 4-H Camp Director and/or Camp Specialist. (NOTE: This position does not include cabin responsibilities.)
Required Qualifications:
- Must be 21 years of age and have a minimum of two (2) years of lifeguarding experience.
- Must have Lifeguard Supervision and management Certification (will assist with certification if necessary).
- Must have current cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and First Aid certifications (will assist with re-certifications if necessary).
- Must have current Water Safety Instructor or Basic Swim Instructor and Lifeguarding Certifications (will assist with re-certifications if necessary).
- Must have training and experience in waterfront activities and management.
- Desire, ability and willingness to work and live in a camp community and to reside at DPF 4-H Camp, Riverhead, NY (including overnights) the entire time 4-H Camp is in session. *Camp Specialist has the right to make alternate arrangement as needed.
- Must be able to meet the travel requirements of the position.
- Ability to work flexible hours which will include evenings and weekends, as appropriate.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Demonstrated ability to schedule and supervise staff and relate to one’s peer group.
- Demonstrated ability and desire to work with children and young adults outdoors.
- Demonstrated ability to accept guidance and supervision.
- Good character, integrity and adaptability. Enthusiasm, sense of humor, patience and self-control.
Salary: Starting at $8,500.00 to $10,500.00 full summer (depending on experience)
Schedule: Exempt – Temporary: June 17, 2026 – August 23, 2026
HOW TO APPLY:
Review of applications will begin immediately. Position will remain open until a qualified pool of candidates is obtained.
Please click the following link to apply:
Applicants need to attach/upload a resume 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) 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) document for additional guidance.
Contact Erika at eh482@cornell.edu with questions.
Sponsorship for employment visa status is not available for this position.
The Association may make reasonable accommodations to enable applicants to participate in the hiring process and employees to perform the essential functions of their job. If you require an accommodation so that you may participate in the selection process you are encouraged to contact Cornell Cooperative Extension Administrative Systems at (607) 255-6120, or via email at: cce.recruitment@cornell.edu.
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.