Waterfront Supervisor

Be the Spark! Join our dynamic team a YMCA Camp Pine Crest, where every day is different, and you will always be engaged with meaningful work!

YMCA Camping and Outdoor Education offers outdoor experiences that foster personal growth and build community.  After taking part in our programs, children and youth return home more confident, independent, and with new friendships. YMCA Camp Pine Crest is an overnight camp serving children, families, and organizations through naturally focused programs that embody the mission, vision, and outcomes of the YMCA. Camp Pine Crest is made up of 650 acres of Muskoka wilderness surrounded by 3 interconnected lakes with 8km of shoreline; has over 26km of hiking trails and 7,500 sq. ft. of dock and has 60 buildings.

The Waterfront Supervisor is a dynamic leader who ensures the safe, engaging, and inclusive operation of all waterfront programs at Pine Crest, creating memorable experiences for participants through thoughtfully designed water-based activities like swimming, canoeing, and kayaking. Responsible for the daily management of waterfront areas, this role is essential to maintaining high standards in line with YMCA, Camping Quality Recommended Practices, and OCA guidelines. Working closely with the Program Director, the Waterfront Supervisor focuses on innovating programs, training and mentoring staff, and delivering high-quality programming that inspires and challenges. This position also involves the planning and delivery of special events, coordinating skill development areas, managing budgets, and overseeing the upkeep of all program equipment, ensuring a smooth and impactful summer season.

In this role, you will:

• Monitor the safety of all waterfront activities and respond immediately to rectify any safety concerns; proactively ensure the waterfront environment is safe and organized


• Coordinate all swimming, canoeing, and kayaking programs, including direct program delivery as needed. Work with the Program Director and other Area Heads to plan and lead all camp activities, section nights, and special events


• Provide leadership to the camp staff team by monitoring, coaching, and mentoring staff, offering ongoing feedback, and conducting appraisals for direct reports


• Supervise the swimming, boating, and sailing area heads, ensuring they fulfil their roles and receive continuous feedback and support to deliver high-quality swim and boating programs


• Ensure administrative tasks are completed accurately and on time, including all paperwork related to waterfront operations (e.g., in-service trainings, opening and closing checklists), appraisals of direct reports, and any administrative duties assigned by the camp coordinator (such as scheduling)


• Build relationships with members, staff, volunteers, and community partners continuously


• Perform other duties as assigned

You bring:

• NLS, Pleasure Craft Operator Card, G Class driver’s license by the first day of employment and valid until at least the last day of the contract, or equivalent experience


• Lifesaving Instructor & Examiner, ORCKA Basic Instructor, White Sail Levels, and experience as a supervisor or Program Head as assets


• Minimum of 19 years of age for insurance purposes


• Minimum 3 years of experience working in a camp or aquatic/waterfront environment


• Demonstrated ability to lead and empower an inclusive staff team


• Ability to work flexible hours, including days, evenings, overnights, weekends, and holidays


• Ability to work effectively with others and independently to achieve optimal collective results


• Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment


• Well-developed interpersonal and relationship-building skills, with the ability to establish rapport and excellent communication with members, staff, and volunteers


• Ability to provide mentorship and guidance to both inexperienced and seasoned staff


• Ability to deliver feedback in a timely, professional, and constructive manner


• Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and building a sense of belonging

If you are interested in this position and do not possess the necessary certifications and require assistance in attaining them, please indicate in your cover letter. Certain certifications may be eligible for Financial Assistance through the YMCA of Greater Toronto, or through referral to additional programs outside the YMCA that offer similar support. Eligibility is to be determined on an individual basis.

What you need to succeed:

• Commitment to the YMCA’s Mission, Vision and Values


• Focus on the health, safety and wellbeing of all children, youth, and vulnerable people in YMCA programs including understanding legal and moral obligations related to reporting suspected child abuse to Child Protection Services


• YMCA Competencies: Accountable, Relationship-Builder, Improvement-Orientated, Team Player & Leader, Equity and Wellbeing Promoter

Why work for the YMCA?

The YMCA of Greater Toronto is a charity that ignites the potential in people, helping them grow, lead, and give back to their communities. We are committed to helping our employees reach their full potential and are recognized as a great place to work. We offer meaningful jobs and the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of individuals and the health of our communities. See what you can expect from the YMCA here.

Joining the Y means contributing to over 165 years of providing opportunities for people to shine through programs and services like health and fitness, licensed child care, camps, employment and immigrant services, education and training, and services for youth, families, and seniors. Learn more in our 2020–2025 strategic plan, Ignite the Light, which outlines how we are focused on boosting well-being and promoting equity across the Greater Toronto Area.

The YMCA of Greater Toronto is committed to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging. We strive to remove barriers to employment and recognize that diverse staff who reflect the communities we work in enrich the experiences of our participants and our team. As an equal opportunity employer, we invite applications from all qualified candidates including racialized people/people of colour, Indigenous Peoples, disabled people/people with disabilities and members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities.

If we can make the recruitment process more accessible for you, please let us know when we reach out about a job opportunity so we can work with you to accommodate your needs.

In keeping with our commitment to safety and child protection, job offers are contingent on the successful completion of a Police Records Check. Within the first four months and every three years thereafter, a Vulnerable Police Records Check is required. Learn more about these checks here.

The YMCA only considers applicants who are legally entitled to work in Canada. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, due to the volume of applications we receive, we can only contact candidates who are selected for an interview.

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