Waterfront Coordinator at Alfond Youth and Community Center – Oakland, Maine

Spend the summer at camp!

Make a splash this summer as the leader of Camp Tracy’s aquatics program! The Waterfront Coordinator is responsible for designing and delivering a dynamic, well-rounded waterfront experience that is safe, engaging, and developmentally appropriate for all campers. From swim lessons and water safety to canoeing and emergency drills, this role blends strong leadership, organization, and hands-on supervision. Working closely with the Camp Director and waterfront staff, the Waterfront Coordinator sets the tone for safety, skill-building, and fun—ensuring the waterfront is a place where campers gain confidence, learn lifesaving skills, and create unforgettable summer memories.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Develop, plan, organize, and administer a well-rounded aquatics program including progressive swim lessons, open swims, canoeing, basic water safety, American Red Cross Whales Tales, and emergency water drills.
• Formulate the goals and objectives to achieve the purpose and mission of the swim program and submit it to the Camp Director.
• Organize and implement a safe and diverse swim program and manage the work of assigned staff and/or volunteers.
• Recommend needed supplies and equipment necessary for maintenance and safety standards to be met for proper functioning of the Waterfront area.
• Keep accurate and thorough records of attendance, participation and progress for all swim classes, instructor’s names, participants, and dates.
• Submit periodic written reports to the Camp Director.
• Hold weekly in-service training for waterfront staff.
• Provide a safe, healthy, and fun experience for campers on the Waterfront during Camp Tracy.
• Ability to observe camper behavior, assess appropriateness enforce appropriate safety regulations or emergency procedures, apply appropriate management techniques.

KNOWLEDGE/EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION:

• 21-years-old or older
• Bachelor degree in Physical Education, Recreation, or another related field is desirable
• Current Lifeguard training certificate
• CPR for professional rescuer
• First aid for the professional rescuer
• YMCA progressive swim instructor

EXPERIENCE:

• Background in organizing, scheduling, marketing, and human relations skills
• Prior work experience at Camp Tracy or other like disciplines is preferred

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES:

• Team player
• Display role model behavior
• Organizational skills
• Attention to details
• Good communication skills
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Ability to work independently
• Critical thinking
• Flexibility

WORK SCEHDULE: Seasonal / Monday – Friday 25 hours per week, June – August.

We are an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace.