Work Environment / Dynamics: 

This position will be based at the Bryant Pond 4-H Camp in Bryant Pond, Maine. This position would be working with the Camp Leadership team and camp counselors to ensure a fun and safe environment at summer camp. 

Your Work Schedule: 

The Aquatics Coordinator  works a full summer schedule from June 8th, 2025 to August 15th, 2025. 

Job Overview:

Bryant Pond currently has over 1,300 feet of water frontage covering from the main lake into a wind protected cove. With this much space and multiple water-related activities, including canoeing, paddleboarding, kayaking, swimming and an aqua zipline, finding the right Aquatics Coordinator is a large priority to the success of this 4-H camp. This role requires high enthusiasm for working with children of various ages with a strong dedication to safety and fun. Each week, we welcome 90-110 campers who look forward to time in and on the water.

Responsibilities:

• Assist the Director team with waterfront operations and management
• Lifeguard during swim time for each group every day
• Create lifeguard schedules and provide/assist lifeguards with in-service training
• Supervise campers and ensure safety and risk management policies are followed. 
• Host waterfront orientations for camper groups
• Plan lessons, lead activities, mentor campers, and provide opportunities for campers to learn and explore the outdoors through high-quality experiences. 
• Perform camp chores that benefit the greater community. 
• Attend staff meetings and debriefs as scheduled. 
• This position will be responsible for fulfilling the DHHS mandated role of Aquatics Director
• Provide basic first aid as needed 
• Live in cabins and supervise campers
• Additional duties may be assigned or reassigned based on camp needs. 

Knowledge and Skill Qualifications:

Required: 

• You need a High School diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.)
• You need a minimum of 3 years related experience working with youth and teaching in the outdoors or equivalent

AND/OR

• You need to hold an additional certification that is value-added to keep our campers safe like: 
• Waterfront Lifeguard certification or have held this certification in the past and are willing to obtain again (training may be available)
• Current CPR and First Aid certifications or have held this certification in the past and are willing to obtain again (training may be available)

Preferred: 

• You are 21 years of age or older
• You hold a higher additional certification that is specific to the outdoors like: 
• Wilderness Responder Certification
• You have a genuine motivation to work with children in a vibrant, high-energy outdoor setting where every day is an adventure.
• You demonstrate responsible and safe decision-making skills, ensuring a secure and enjoyable experience for all campers during outdoor programming
• You have the ability to lead groups in various outdoor environments, comfortably carrying a small backpack filled with teaching supplies and a first aid kit to support your activities.

Benefits:

• Rustic and Shared Housing
• Meals 
• Laundry
• Internet Access

Who We Are: 

The 4-H Camp and Learning Centers provide environmentally focused programs for Maine youth and families in Bryant Pond, Maine. Our mission is to teach youth and adults to be effective and caring citizens of the earth through affordable environmental education and fun nature-based experiences.