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Waterfront Director

Camp Mah-Kee-Nac
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Waterfront Director

Camp Mah-Kee-Nac | Lenox, MA
📍 Located on Stockbridge Bowl in the Berkshires
🗓 June 1 – September 1, 2026

Camp Mah-Kee-Nac is hiring a Waterfront Director to lead our lakefront and aquatics program for Summer 2026.

Situated on the shores of Stockbridge Bowl, our 372-acre lake is central to the Mah-Kee-Nac experience. The Waterfront Director oversees one of the most visible and high-impact program areas at camp.

This is a senior leadership role responsible for managing a team of 25+ lifeguards and waterfront staff while ensuring safety, structure, and high-quality programming across all lake activities.

What You’ll Lead

  • Waterskiing & Wakeboarding
  • Boat Operations
  • Sailing, Canoeing & Kayaking
  • Swimming & Lifeguard Coverage
  • Waterfront special events (Regattas, Green & White, Olympics)

Core Responsibilities

  • Lead and supervise all waterfront staff
  • Run pre-season lifeguard training (June 5–16)
  • Manage daily scheduling, staff rotations, and coverage
  • Oversee boat operations, fueling, inspections, and basic maintenance
  • Maintain compliance with Red Cross, ACA, and state standards
  • Serve as a key member of the camp leadership team

You will work closely with the Program Director and Pool Director to maintain consistent aquatics standards across camp.

What We’re Looking For

  • Strong aquatics or waterfront leadership experience
  • Confidence operating and maintaining powerboats
  • Experience supervising and developing young staff
  • Organized, calm, and decisive under pressure
  • Commitment to safety and team culture

This role requires both operational competence and leadership presence.

Why Mah-Kee-Nac?

  • Competitive salary + travel stipend
  • Housing, meals, and laundry included
  • Daily time off
  • Access to athletic facilities and fitness center
  • A collaborative senior leadership team
  • A summer working on one of the most beautiful lakes in New England

Camp Mah-Kee-Nac has been a cornerstone of the Berkshires for generations. This is an opportunity to take ownership of a major program area while working in a setting that combines professional responsibility with a unique summer environment.

If this sounds aligned with your background or someone you know, we’d love to connect.

Apply now. Positions are filled on a rolling basis.