What are the responsibilities and job description for the Summer Camp - Boat Driver (20 ft. Sea Ray) position at Lake Greeley Camp?
The Boat Driver must have experience operating a Class 1 Watercraft (16 ft. to less than 26 ft.) and towing water skiers and tubers. Water Skiing instruction experience is beneficial. Applicants must be individuals with high moral character, exhibit a strong work ethic, act as a positive role model, and possess the ability to provide constant supervision and mature guidance of campers and staff members. The camp uses a 20 ft. Sea Ray motorboat for its Water Sports activities.
Lake Greeley Camp is a coed, overnight summer camp for children between the ages of 6-15. Residing on over 250 acres, the camp is located in Pennsylvania’s Pocono Mountains approximately 2 hours from New York City. Warm and inviting, Lake Greeley Camp welcome children from across the United States as well as from around the world to create a diverse and exciting community. A daily program with over 60 daily activities provides campers with the opportunity to pursue their individual interests and progress at their own pace.
Responsibilities
The primary responsibilities of the Boat Driver include:
- If born after Jan. 1, 1982, a Pennsylvania Boating Safety Education Certificate is required.
- Leads, supervises and maintains the Water Sports program throughout the entire summer.
- Provides staff training and facilitates curriculum planning during staff orientation.
- Ensures equipment and elements are properly cared for, maintained, and repaired when needed.
- Possessing the versatility to instruct children ages 7-15 at all skill levels.
- Ensures that proper safety standards are being met at all times.
- Conducts daily equipment and facility checks including maintenance as needed.
- Maintain a neat and orderly activity site.
- CPR/First Aid recommended.
- Red Cross lifeguard certificate preferred.
- Pass a background check and provide references.
- Lake Greeley Camp is a non-smoking camp.
The Boat Driver is a member of our Leadership Team that in addition to running and supervising the Water Sports activity, helps run our summer program, participates in evening activities and specials events, guides our staff and provides assistance where needed.
Many Other Summer Camp Jobs Available!
Here is a list of positions that you can apply for: Rock Climbing, Horseback Riding, Arts & Crafts, Tennis, Basketball, Volleyball, Sailing, Softball, Bungee Trampoline, Soccer, Water Skiing, Gymnastics, Pottery, Flying Trapeze, Lacrosse, Golf, Archery, Riflery, Ropes Course, Camp Photographer, Drama, Mountain Biking, Dance, Martial Arts, Silks n' Single, Aquatics, Waterfront, General Counselor, Division Director, and Activity Heads.
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Free camp tuition for children of staff member
- Meals (with vegetarian option)
- Private living accommodations
- $150.00 staff referral commissions available
- Weekly laundry service are provided
- Staff lounge with high speed internet
- Develop strong life-long friendships
- Additional employment is available before and after the summer camp season
- Working at Lake Greeley Camp is the experience of a lifetime. The personal growth, the rewards of working with children, the excitement of an active, diverse community and the close friendships that you form will stay with you long after the summer ends.
The summer camp operates from mid-June to August 24, 2025.
For more information, please contact Matt Buynak at (570) 842-3739 or visit our website at www.lakegreeley.com.
Job Types: Full-time, Contract, Seasonal
Work Location: In person