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Aquatics Manager
- Job Title
- Aquatics Manager
- Job ID
- 27701036
- Location
- Tabernacle, NJ 08088
- Other Location
- 71 Powel Place Road, Tabernacle, NJ 08088
- Description
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Position Purpose:
To further the mission of the camp through the planning and delivery of activities at the camp’s
aquatics and/or adventure areas that are safe, fun, and appropriate to the camper’s age and abilities.
Provide support to the physical operation of the aquatics and/or adventure facilities and equipment.
Responsible for carrying out supervision of adventure and/or aquatics staff.
Essential Job Functions:
1. Plan, direct, and supervise a safe and fun aquatics and/or adventure program- Delivers and operates a well-planned program of instruction in (any combination of the following)
- Swimming, creative free play and water safety lessons
- Boating
- Archery, rock wall, zip line, low-ropes, or challenge courses
- Promotes progression in activities and experiences, considering age level, abilities, and interests of campers.
- Recognize individual camper and staff achievements.
- Assist in the planning and implementation of staff training.
- Train aquatics/adventure staff and program/unit staff in their responsibilities in designated program areas.
- Supervise aquatics/adventure staff to provide a safe and high-quality program.
- Provides ongoing training and staff development for aquatics/adventure staff, including drills, skill refreshers and enrichment training.
- With the assistance of the Camp Director, conducts periodic evaluations and supervisory conferences.
- Provides feedback and guidance to staff based on regular observations.
- Assists camp staff in completion of their duties as needed.
- Set up aquatics/adventure areas prior to and during staff training.
- Teach and monitor proper use of equipment.
- Conduct initial and end-of-season inventory, and store equipment for safety.
- Conduct a daily check of equipment for safety, cleanliness, and good repair.
- Maintain records in coordination with the Camp Ranger.
- Submit orders for equipment and supplies when needed, ensuring timely arrival of materials.
- Survey aquatics/adventure areas daily:
- Keep the areas free of hazards and debris.
- Remove garbage from aquatics/adventure areas daily.
- Items left at the aquatics/adventure areas will be brought to Lost & Found daily.
- Participate in management and staff meetings.
- In the event that the aquatics/adventure areas cannot be utilized, is responsible for creating and implementing alternate programming.
- Assist in the planning and implementation of all-staff training.
Other Job Duties:- Adheres to all GSCSNJ council policies and procedures.
- Observes all safety precautions and complies with all GSCSNJ council health and safety rules and procedures.
- Participate enthusiastically in all camp activities, planning and leading those as assigned.
- Assist with camper units as needed, including staff coverage.
- Assist with camp healthcare needs as needed, including camper check-in, supervision of ill campers, and non-emergency transport.
Qualifications:- At least 21 years of age.
- Holds or has evidence of having held one of the following certifications within the past two (2) years:
- Lifeguard training from a nationally recognized certifying body,
- Swim instructor certification from a nationally recognized certifying body,
- Instructor or instructor trainer rating from a nationally recognized boating or watercraft organization,
- Or equivalent certification.
- Holds current certification in Professional First Aid and CPR from a nationally recognized certifying body.
- Has at least six (6) weeks previous experience in a management or supervisory position at a similar aquatic area or has completed additional aquatics management or supervision training from a nationally recognized aquatics organization.
- Experience in supervising others especially peers is desirable.
- Must submit health history record and record of immunizations prior to first day of work on CampDoc.
- Training and experience in a variety of program activities offered at the camp.
- Ability to schedule and supervise staff.
- Desire and ability to work with children outdoors.
- Good judgment in anticipating and preventing accidents.
- Subscribes to the principles of the Girl Scout movement.
- Ability to communicate and work with groups participating (age and skill levels) and provide necessary instruction to campers and staff.
- Ability to observe camper behavior, assess its appropriateness, enforce appropriate safety regulations and emergency procedures, and apply appropriate behavior-management techniques.
- Ability to observe staff behavior, assess its appropriateness, enforce appropriate safety regulations and emergency procedures, and apply appropriate management techniques.
- Visual and auditory ability to identify and respond to environmental and other hazards related to the activity.
- Physical ability to respond appropriately to situations requiring first aid. Must be able to assist campers in an emergency (fire, evacuation, illness, or injury) and possess strength and endurance required to maintain constant supervision of campers.
- Ability to lift 40 lbs.
- Ability to perform water rescues, which may include lifting up to 100 lbs.
- Delivers and operates a well-planned program of instruction in (any combination of the following)
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