Seasonal Employment | Staff Mandatory Dates | Hofstra Summer Camps, Long Island, NY

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STAFF MANDATORY DATES


Summer Camp 2026 Dates

Monday, June 29 - Friday, August 7, 2026

Hours: 8:15am - 4:30pm

Note: Camp is closed Friday, July 3rd.

Post-Season: Employment for the week of August 10 - August 14 is by invitation only.

All staff members are required to be at camp at 8:00am, Monday June 29th, the first day of camp.

Your Camp Agreement covers the entire summer camp season, including orientation and training days. Our campers and their families depend on your consistent presence. Please note that salary will be prorated for any missed days. Any conflicts (e.g., graduation or college orientation) must be reported prior to the start of camp.

Orientation & Training Schedules

Orientation dates are mandatory and essential to your success as a staff member. They provide the necessary training to ensure a safe and enriching experience for all campers. Please find the specific schedule corresponding to your staff role below:

Program Leads, Specialists & General Counselors

General & Lead Staff
Mandatory Orientation
June 20 Saturday

Session 1: Mandatory Orientation

Time: 8:15 AM - 4:15 PM Location: Hofstra USA (Directions)
June 27 Saturday

Session 2: Mandatory Orientation

Time: 8:15 AM - 4:15 PM Location: Hofstra USA (Directions)

Swim Counselors

Swim Staff
Swim Assessment & Training (Required)
June 16 Tuesday

New Staff Swim Assessment & Training

Time: 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM Location: Hofstra Swim Center (Directions)

All new staff, including former campers and Counselor Apprentices.

June 23 Tuesday

All Staff Swim Assessment & Training

Time: 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM Location: Hofstra Swim Center (Directions)

All swim counselors (new and returning staff members)

Location Details & Requirements: The Hofstra Swim Center is located at 240 Hofstra University, Hempstead, NY 11549. If you are entering it into your GPS, please type in "Hofstra Swim Center"
Important Note: Please make sure you bring a towel and wear your bathing suit.
Mandatory Orientation
June 20 Saturday

Mandatory Orientation (Half Day)

Time: 8:15 AM - 12:15 PM Location: Hofstra USA (Directions)

Orientation and introductory safety training specifically tailored for the aquatics and swim safety teams.

June 27 Saturday

Mandatory Orientation (Full Day)

Time: 8:15 AM - 4:15 PM Location: Hofstra USA (Directions)

Final general staff orientation, safety review, first aid, and collaborative emergency scenario training.

REACH Volunteers

Volunteers
Important Dates & Events
June 20 Saturday

REACH Volunteer Tour, Q&A, Meet and Greet Optional

Time: 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM Location: The Tent @ Hofstra USA (Directions )

An optional pre-camp gathering for REACH volunteers to meet the camp leadership, tour the facilities, conduct a Q&A session, and get to know each other.

Note: Additional position-specific pre-camp trainings (e.g., Adventure & Specialized Ropes Staff) may be required and will be communicated directly by camp HR.