Waterfront | Aquatics Director

Looking for a meaningful, exciting way to spend your summer? Whether you're into the arts, music, sports leadership, or simply love the beauty of nature, Camp Atwater is your place to make a difference for future generations and engage with youth in a supportive setting.

Since 1921, we've been empowering youth through unforgettable summer experiences, and now we're looking for passionate, talented staff to join our team. Camp Atwater will provide you with a summer deeply rooted in its over 100-year-long legacy of Black excellence, irreplaceable friendships, and lifelong memories; it is truly "an experience of a lifetime", steeped in history and tradition, all in a beautiful natural setting. Are you an educator, coach, or mentor with a heart for guiding youth beyond the classroom? Step into a powerful tradition of impact at Camp Atwater - a historic residential summer camp that has positively shaped the lives of Black youth for over 100 years.

We're looking for compassionate, skilled individuals to help lead, teach, and inspire youth in a dynamic, nature-rich environment this summer.

Bring your teaching and mentoring skills to life outdoors
Share your unique skills with young minds
Build your resume and personal network
Be part of a century-old legacy

We are located in central Massachusetts: approximately 60 miles from Boston, MA, 35 miles from Springfield, MA, and 50 miles from Hartford, CT. Nestled in the heart of "New England", we attract campers, counselors, and staff from all over the USA and abroad. We offer one period "off" every day, plus one day off per week, not including the first week of your contract. Our staff is the most important aspect of running camp, so please read through our history and current job descriptions. This isn't just a job, it's a journey. Ready to inspire and be inspired?

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Waterfront Director is responsible for planning, implementing, and supervising a safe and fun waterfront program, overseeing all water activities, training and managing waterfront staff, ensuring adherence to safety regulations, managing equipment, and responding to emergencies at the waterfront; essentially prioritizing camper safety while providing engaging water-based activities like swimming, boating, and kayaking.

Must be at least 21 years old by June 20, 2025.

He or she MUST have the following:

A current Waterfront Lifeguarding certification with corresponding certifications in CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer and First Aid

A current Waterfront Lifeguarding Instructor certification

Experience lifeguarding in non-pool locations—particularly lakes and rivers

Leadership/managerial experience—management to the physical operation of the waterfront's facilities and equipment.