Aquatic Camp Counselor

AQUATIC CAMP COUNSELOR

Position Type:
Seasonal.

Date Posted: 12/8/2025.

Location:

Dempster St. Beach Office.

Ability to work all nine (9) weeks of camp from June 9-August 8 and assist at lakefront until Labor Day.

• Know and enforce all rules and regulations pertaining to the Evanston Lakefront.
• Use proper surveillance techniques to guard the swimming area.
• Identify patrons in need of emergency assistance and respond appropriately.
• Maintain a safe environment and supervise all campers.
• Know and adhere to all boating regulations and safety measures.
• Conduct camp and teach all designated lesson plans.
• Attend staff meetings and training sessions as scheduled by Aquatic Camp Director or program coordinator.
• Responsible for effective and appropriate communication to patrons and camp parents.
• Maintain a clean and safe beach and office environment.
• Responsible for care and maintenance of equipment and storage areas.
• Complete written reports such as accident, incident, and the like on a timely basis.
• Communicate to supervisor(s) if there are problems or issues needing special attention.
• Performs other reasonable duties as assigned by supervisor.
• Knowledge and skills in basic sailing, kayaking, paddle boarding, and boat driving.
• Assists with pre and post-season maintenance-related tasks as assigned.

• Current American Red Cross certifications in Lifeguard Training, CPR, AED, and First-Aid.
• Previous boating/sailing experience preferred.
• Available mid-May through August 31, 2026.
• 18+ years of age preferred.
• Illinois Boat License preferred.
• At least one year as a lifeguard with the City of Evanston required.
• Pre-Employment Drug/Alcohol Screening.
• Criminal and DCFS Background Check.

Varies:
Mondays-Friday 8:30am-5pm with occasional weekends and holidays up to 40 hrs/week. Including pre- and post-season lifeguarding.

To apply for this position, please apply online at www.cityofevanston.org on or before the closing date. Chosen candidates will be required to provide proof of licenses, certifications, and education required for this position. Candidates will also be subject to qualifying pre-employment processes drug/alcohol screen, employment verification, and criminal background check.

The City of Evanston is an equal opportunity employer and ensures against discrimination in employment on the basis of a person’s race, color, sex, age, religion, disability, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, military discharge status, source of income, housing status, or gender identity. The City of Evanston is also committed to accessibility for persons with disabilities. Any person needing mobility or communications access assistance should contact Human Resources at  (voice) or  (TTY).