Dorothy P. Flint 4-H Camp is looking for Lifeguards to join our team. This position will serve as a Counselor – Lifeguard for the 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: teaching and helping to coordinate the DPF 4-H Camp waterfront, boating and swimming activities, and helping to maintain 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 and Suffolk County Department of Health 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 Manager. (NOTE: This position includes cabin responsibilities.)
Location: DPF 4-H Camp. Riverhead, NY
Dates: June 17, 2026 – August 23, 2026
Schedule: Full time Weekdays
Experience: At least 1 year of Lifeguard experience
Pay: $3,500.00 to $6,200.00
Requirements/Essential Job Role:
- Must be 18 years of age (according to New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH).
- Must have current cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and First Aid certifications (will train or assist with re-certifications if necessary).
- Must have current American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification (will train or assist with re-certification if necessary).
- Must have current waterfront lifeguarding and other certifications as appropriate (will train or assist with re-certification if necessary).
- 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.
- Ability to work flexible hours which will include evenings and weekends, as appropriate.
If interested, please apply to: dpf4hcamp@cornell.edu