Aquatics Director / Head Lifeguard

Season: July 2 – August 16
Compensation: Weekly salary + housing & meals
Reports To: Program Director

About the Role
The Aquatics Director leads all waterfront operations, delivering a safe, high-quality aquatics program that meets Scouting National Camp Standards and council policies. This position oversees waterfront staff, equipment, training, and safety protocols. Camp Baldwin operates aquatics activities on a 5 acre natural lake.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations of the waterfront and aquatics program
• Ensure compliance with Scouting aquatics policies and National Camp Standards
• Supervise, train, and support waterfront staff
• Provide engaging aquatics instruction and activities for varying skill levels
• Maintain waterfront safety, emergency procedures, and rescue readiness
• Manage equipment care, inventories, and facility organization
• Participate in staff training, leadership meetings, and all-staff duties

Requirements

• 21+ years old
• Eligible to register with Scouting America and pass a background check
• Able to live onsite for the full season (housing and most meals provided)
• Physically capable of waterfront supervision and emergency response

Certifications

• Scouting National Camping School (NCS) Aquatics certification, preferred but not required
  • If not currently certified, we will cover course costs & travel expenses to get NCS certification
• Current lifeguard certification (American Red Cross or equivalent), preferred but not required
  • If not currently certified, council-sponsored training may be provided.
• Red Cross CPR/AED & First Aid for Professional Rescuer or equivalent, preferred but not required
  • If not currently certified, council-sponsored training may be provided.