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Camp Aquatics Director - Camp Zeke

Management

13 March 20260 views

Spend an incredible summer as part of a wonderful, growing camp community! Camp Zeke is an overnight camp in Lakewood, PA that celebrates healthy, active living.


Camp Zeke is seeking an enthusiastic and mission-aligned Aquatic Activities / Waterfront Director to work from June 10, 2026 to August 9, 2026. This leadership role is integral to Camp Zeke, with the ultimate goal of ensuring campers have an amazing and safe time using our pool and lake, and that staff strive to be their best while creating a warm and inviting community.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Supervise the entire aquatics team to ensure the health and safety of campers at all times during lake or pool activities, including lifeguard positioning, area assignment, and shift changes.
  • Strictly enforce all waterfront procedures with lifeguards, camp staff, and campers, as described in Camp Zeke’s waterfront manual.
  • Supervise the mechanized and non-mechanized boating program to ensure all safety protocols are followed.
  • Maintain and/or inform the camp maintenance team when issues occur with powered boats on the lake. Knowledge of basic maintenance of a Jet Ski, outboard engine, and fuel transfer is a must.
  • Supervise staff assigned to the learn-to-swim program for campers and staff taking instructional swim.
  • Oversee the maintenance of all assets and grounds at both the lakefront and pool, assigning daily and weekly maintenance tasks to waterfront staff.
  • Work with camp facilities staff to coordinate pool chlorine testing and recording results, as well as cleaning pool traps and meeting other health and safety requirements.
  • Assist program specialists and the program director in providing lifeguards for nighttime evening programs at the pool.

Requirements:

  • Must hold or obtain current lifeguard, WSI, and Pennsylvania Boating Safety Education certificates.
  • Prior experience – minimum 3-5 years – supervising an aquatic center, lake, beachfront, or similar recreational facility.
  • Ability to effectively and clearly communicate, as well as to supervise diverse staff and a large number of campers.

Compensation and Perks:

  • Salary based on experience, includes room and board.
  • Flexible work environment: Potential to bring a spouse, kids, or pets up to camp!
  • Live in air-conditioned cabin accommodations on a beautiful 560-acre property along private Hickory Lake.
  • Free option for staff transportation to and from the NYC area at the start and end of your contract.
  • Join a diverse, co-ed team from around the world and build lasting friendships.
  • Enjoy a variety of staff socials, appreciation events, and fun programming.
  • Access to our lake, pool, hot tub, gym, and sports fields during your time off.
  • Experience
    Required
  • Languages
    English – Advanced
  • Employment
    Full-time
  • Salary
    $2,500 – $3,500 monthly

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Supervisor ManagerLakewood

Residential Summer Camp • 51-250 Employees

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Beyond building your resume, you'll spend your summer outdoors, immersed in an energetic and supportive community focused on healthy, active living. You'll build new friendships, lead fun activities, and help create the same joyful, confide

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