Who We Are: 

Founded in 1891 by a group of visionary volunteers, The Trustees of Reservations (The Trustees) is the nation’s premier conservation and preservation organization. The Trustees’ preserves, for public use and enjoyment, properties of exceptional scenic, historic, and ecological value in Massachusetts. Our properties are open to all, and we thrive by involving as many people as possible in all that we do. We aim to protect special places for future generations to enjoy in perpetuity, and have helped protect more than 50,000 acres, including 27,000+ acres on more than 120 reservations that are open to the public. As a non-profit conservation organization, we are funded and supported entirely by our visitors, supporters, volunteers, and our 100,000 Member households. We encourage you to learn more about The Trustees on our website, www.thetrustees.org. 

Posting Information: 

Hourly Rate: $19.00-$21.00/hour 

Rates are determined based on relevant experience. 

Hours per week:  15-20 hrs/week during camp season; optional additional shifts at Crane Beach 

Job Classification: Limited-term, non-exempt 

Job Type: Onsite 

Duration: June–August (with optional May–September shifts at Crane Beach) 

Location: Crane Beach, Ipswich, MA 

What You’ll Do:  

Your Impact: 

SummerQuest is a vibrant, nature-based day camp where campers ages 5–14 explore the coastal habitats of The Crane Estate through outdoor adventures, hands-on learning, and imaginative play. Campers spend time at the beach every camp day (as weather allows) and they love beach time!  

As a Camp Lifeguard, you play a central role in creating a safe, and welcoming experience for all campers. You ensure that every child—swimmer and non-swimmer alike—can enjoy the beach safely through supervision, strong communication, and consistent adherence to safety protocols. You are part of a collaborative summer team committed to excellence, positive energy, and environmental awareness. 

The Role: 

As a Part-Time Camp Lifeguard, you serve as the primary waterfront safety lead for SummerQuest during daily beach time. You are hired first to support camp operations, with the option to pick up additional lifeguarding shifts at Crane Beach throughout the summer as available. 

Specifically, you’ll: 

• Provide supervision and maintain a safe swimming environment for campers and staff in the camp’s designated waterfront area. 

• Enforce waterfront rules, camp procedures, and safety guidelines for all campers and camp staff. 

• Provide care and respond quickly to emergencies on the beach and in the water. 

• Maintain safety equipment and ensure waterfront materials are organized and ready for use. 

• Communicate effectively with Camp Director, Camp Educators, other beach safety staff and lifeguard peers to support smooth waterfront operations. 

• Support camp transitions to and from the beach when not supervising the water; including but not limited to helping younger campers with gear and ensuring sunscreen, and hydration, practices are followed. 

• Serve as a positive, calm, and confidence-building presence for campers of all swimming abilities. 

• Participate in daily workouts and regular training. 

• Perform other duties as assigned with or without reasonable accommodation. 

This is a limited term, non-exempt position [15-40hrs/wk]. This role reports directly to the SummerQuest Camp Director, with functional supervision and training support from the Crane Beach Public Safety Manager.