Waterfront Director

The Waterfront Director is responsible for overseeing ECC’s waterfront, helping to further the mission of ECC through safe and fun programs, and managing the physical operation of the waterfront’s facilities and equipment. Like all ECC staff, the Waterfront Director serves as a model for Christian behavior and in all interactions supports the mission and ministry of the Episcopal Conference Center.

Classification: Exempt, part-time seasonal, M-F, 12-25 hours per week, depending on the camp session, with approximately one weekend and 4-5 weeknights (total) throughout the Summer required. This is an optional residential position.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Supervision of all Waterfront Activities.
   1. Supervise and train waterfront staff to provide a safe and high-quality program.
   2. Supervise and/or participate in all waterfront training and skills certification for staff lifeguards.
   3. For each camp session, orient campers and family groups the first day the waterfront is open, ensuring that rules are properly communicated and followed.
   4. Coordinate the sunrise kayaking program, 4-5 times per season.
   5. Supervise and/or lead weekly camper swim tests and document results; provide campers with appropriate swimming boundaries.
   6. Ensure all kayaking rules and regulations are followed.
   7. Monitor proper use of all waterfront equipment.
   8. Activate and lead the appropriate emergency action plan when necessary.
2. Manage the physical facilities and equipment in the waterfront program area.
   1. Assist the Property Team with set-up and breakdown of the waterfront area.
   2. Submit orders for repairs and supplies, ensuring timeliness.
   3. Conduct daily check of equipment, ensuring safety, cleanliness, and good repair; keep accurate logs.
   4. Responsible for the appearance, cleanliness and upkeep of all waterfront areas, surveying the area daily, keeping the area free of hazards and debris.
3. Maintain high standards of health and safety in all waterfront activities.
   1. Be a role model for campers, staff and volunteers by following and upholding ECC policies.
   2. Become familiar with, and follow, the American Camp Association (ACA) accreditation requirements and ECC Policies and Procedures to ensure compliance.
4. Support the program.
   1. Participate enthusiastically in all waterfront activities, planning and leading those as assigned, adhering to and following the camp’s program schedule.
   2. Communicate effectively with staff and provide necessary instruction to campers.

Qualifications:

The ideal candidate will be at least 25 years old with prior supervisory experience, and have a desire to work with children, young adults, adults and volunteers of all abilities in a summer camp setting. Additionally:

• At a minimum, applicants must be at least 21 years old, be First Aid and CPR certified, or willing to become certified, prior to June 18, 2026. Preference will be given to applicants with Rhode Island State Lifeguard Certification.
• Valid Driver’s license, and comfortability driving a camp vehicle: car, truck, SUV and/or golf cart.
• Physically able to respond appropriately to situations requiring first aid, and able to assist campers in an emergency such as fire, evacuation, illness, or injury.
• Possess strength and endurance required to maintain constant supervision of campers, staff and volunteers.
• Willing to work irregular hours.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged standing, some bending, stooping, and stretching.
• Hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity to manipulate equipment and run activities.
• Normal range of hearing and eyesight to record, prepare, and communicate appropriate camper and staff activities/programs.
• Operate with daily exposure to various weather conditions.

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