Aquatics Supervisor

Reports to:

Aquatics, Sports and Recreation Director

Pay: $44,500.00 per year

The Shimon and Sara Birnbaum Jewish Community Center is seeking a skilled and motivated Aquatics Supervisor to help lead our Aquatics team and oversee daily operations at our thriving community center. This full time Sunday through Thursday position plays a key leadership role in our mission to provide a safe, inclusive, and welcoming environment for all community members. From program development to staff training to facility oversight, the Aquatics Supervisor is central to shaping outstanding Aquatics experiences at the Shimon and Sara Birnbaum Jewish Community Center.

• In conjunction with the Aquatics, Sports and Recreation Director develop, coordinate, and evaluate all aquatics programming including lap/recreational swim, group swim lessons, private/semi private/special needs swim lessons, rentals and special events
• Serve as the Summer Swim Club Director which is open from Memorial Day to Labor Day. The Summer Swim Club director is not only responsible for day to day operations of the Summer Swim Club but also responsible for planning social events and activities, entertainment, and other related Summer Swim Club events.
• Recruit, hire, onboard, train, and supervise our part time lifeguarding staff
• Recruit, hire, onboard, train, and supervise our part time group swim lesson instructors, and our private/semi private/special needs swim instructors
• Provide weekly direct programming support including swim instruction, lifeguarding, swim team coaching, and American Red Cross certification classes as determined by the Aquatics, Sports and Recreation Director and the Chief Operating Officer
• In conjunction with the Aquatics, Sports and Recreation Director, track and oversee certification and recertification of lifeguards, group swim lesson instructors, and private/semi-private/special needs swim instructors
• Lead monthly in service trainings and promote a culture of safety and continuous improvement
• Monitor staff performance, support professional development, and implement disciplinary actions as needed
• Ensure daily operations meet Bridgewater Township, New Jersey Department of Health, and federal safety/sanitary requirements
• Assist with the daily supervision of pool systems including water chemistry, filtration, and heating
• Completing weekly general pool maintenance tasks such as manual vacuuming, skimming, power washing, scrubbing, etc.
• Maintain accurate records and reports including scheduling, participation data, certifications, facility checklists, training documentation, and incident documentation
• Work in conjunction with the Head Coach and the Head Age Group coach of the JCC Bridgewater Tide to assist with the development of additional swimming program as it relates to Aquatics
• Respond to patron inquiries and resolve concerns in a courteous, timely manner
• Demonstrate sound judgment, adaptability, creative problem solving, and empathy when responding to evolving situations and community needs
• Evaluate challenges, explore alternative solutions, anticipate potential outcomes, and implement strategies that support department goals

• Two (2) years experience in aquatics program management, pool maintenance, administration experience, and staff supervision
• Two (2) years of direct supervisory experience
• Bachelor’s degree in in recreation, physical education, business, or a related field (or equivalent combination of experience and training)
• Strong communication, leadership, and organizational, and problem solving skills
• Proficiency in computer systems including recreational software, Excel, Whento Work, Amilia/Daxko, etc

• American Red Cross Lifeguard Training (LGT)
• American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor (LGI)
• American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor (WSI)
• Certified Pool Operator (CPO) or Aquatics Facility Operator (AFO)