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Summer Camp Director at Key Bridge Boathouse
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Summary

Location

Washington

Type

full-time

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About this role

Compensation Amount:

21.00 USD Hourly

Job Summary:

Key Bridge Boathouse Summer Camp is a day camp that runs for 8 weeks from June through August. The ideal candidate is able to work full-time in the summer between the hours of 8 am to 5 pm and has prior experience teaching or running a day camp especially one that deals with kayaking and other paddle sports.

Job Description:

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  • Determine staffing requirements
  • Hire and train new staff
  • Supervise direct reporting staff according to overall company policy
  • Set employee goals and objectives
  • Develop the Boating is Fun lesson plans and staff training
  • Provide personal guidance to campers, counselors by leading by example, leadership and compassion.
  • Be involved with all camp activities and meetings
  • Be alert to the health and safety of all campers and staff
  • Answer camp emails, phones and other questions as directed
  • Maintain positive relationships with parents making an effort to communicated with them multiple times during the week
  • Operating a motor boat and using rental equipment
  • Other duties as required by your Manager and Assistant Manager

SKILL AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent
  • Knowledge of business and management principles and practices
  • Proficient in relevant software applications
  • Customer Service skills
  • Intermediate knowledge of boating such as kayaking, canoeing, etc.
  • 2 weeks of full time administrative experience in an organized camp or related program
  • Must be at least 21 years of age
  • 8 weeks of full time experience working with 6-15 year olds
  • USSailing, ACA Certifications preferred.
  • Basic proficiency in speaking Spanish preferred.
  • WSI Instructor or Lifeguard trainer preferred
  • CPR/First Aid Trainer preferred

REQUIRED LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS

  • Drivers License
  • Red Cross CPR, First Aid, Lifeguard or Equivalent

Founded in 1917, Guest Services has worked tirelessly to earn the reputation as the premier hospitality management company and National Park Service concessionaire in the United States. Guest Services takes great care and pride in providing best-in-class services across a wide variety of client sites including luxury communities, hotels, resorts, government and business dining facilities, full-service restaurants, state and national parks, outdoor recreation, boathouses, marinas, museums, conference centers, senior living communities, health care systems, school and university dining facilities, and specialty retail stores.

Guest Services, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and promotion without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY, & INCLUSION: We embrace Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) and the richness it brings to our company. Our commitment is to provide an inclusive workplace where individuals can bring their whole selves to work, enabling them to provide the best level of service to our diverse customer base.

Other facts

Tech stack
Leadership,Teaching,Boating,Kayaking,Canoeing,Customer Service,Staff Training,Communication,Safety Awareness,Administrative Skills,Problem Solving,Compassion,Organizational Skills,Spanish Proficiency,CPR Certification,First Aid Certification

About Guest Services, Inc.

Founded in 1917, Guest Services, Inc. has worked tirelessly to earn the reputation as the premier private hospitality management company and National Park Service concessionaire in the US. Guest Services, Inc. takes great care and pride in providing best-in-class services across a wide variety of client sites including hotels, resorts, luxury condominiums, government and business dining facilities, state and national park recreation, museums, conference centers, senior living centers, health care systems, school and university dining facilities, specialty retail stores, and full-service restaurants. The Fairfax, Virginia-based company and its subsidiaries employ in excess of 3,000 team members at more than 250 facilities, which welcome more than 35 million guests annually across the United States.

Team size: 1,001-5,000 employees
LinkedIn: Visit
Industry: Hospitality
Founding Year: 1917

What you'll do

  • The Summer Camp Director will determine staffing requirements, hire and train staff, and supervise camp activities. They will also develop lesson plans and ensure the health and safety of campers and staff.

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What does a Summer Camp Director at Key Bridge Boathouse do at Guest Services, Inc.?

As a Summer Camp Director at Key Bridge Boathouse at Guest Services, Inc., you will: the Summer Camp Director will determine staffing requirements, hire and train staff, and supervise camp activities. They will also develop lesson plans and ensure the health and safety of campers and staff..

Why join Guest Services, Inc. as a Summer Camp Director at Key Bridge Boathouse?

Guest Services, Inc. is a leading Hospitality company.

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The Summer Camp Director at Key Bridge Boathouse position at Guest Services, Inc. is based in Washington, District of Columbia, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.

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