Aquatics Director- Summer Day Camp

WESTCHESTER DAY SCHOOL•Mamaroneck, NY

1d•$10,000 - $12,000•Onsite

About The Position

Westchester Summer Day is located on the Long Island Sound in Mamaroneck, NY, on a 26-acre campus. Our 500 campers come from all over Westchester County, NYC, and beyond to spend their summer at our program. We are a service-driven day camp program for the Jewish community, providing superior staff-to-child ratios, flexible scheduling, a daily hot lunch, and a wide variety of summer activities, including swimming, challenge courses, nature programs, arts & crafts, music, sports, and more. The Summer Camp Aquatics Director is responsible for the safe, engaging, and well-organized operation of all pool programs at camp. This role oversees the pool complex, ensures compliance with safety regulations, supervises aquatic staff, and coordinates the instructional swim curriculum. The Aquatics Director plays a pivotal role in camper skill development and maintains high safety standards at the pools.

Requirements

Minimum age is 21 years old
Current Water Safety Instructor (WSI) Certification (Strict requirement for level testing and Red Cross card issuance).
Current Lifeguard Certification (Red Cross, Ellis, or equivalent).
Current CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer and First Aid certifications.
Prior experience supervising aquatic programs or staff.
Strong knowledge of Red Cross swim levels and testing procedures.
Strong leadership and decision-making skills.
Excellent communication skills: Ability to correspond professionally with parents and families via email and phone.
Highly organized: Ability to manage schedules, lesson groups, and report cards efficiently.
Ability to remain calm and decisive in emergency situations.
Ability to swim proficiently and perform water rescues.
Ability to lift up to 75 pounds and stand for extended periods.
Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.

Nice To Haves

RTE (Responding to Emergencies) Certification (Training can be provided if not currently held).
Previous summer camp or youth program experience.
Leadership or supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

Plan, organize, and oversee daily pool activities (instructional swim, free swim, etc.).
Create instructional swim groups at the start of the summer and adjust as needed.
Conduct initial camper level testing, ongoing testing for level advancement, and deep-water testing.
Maintain accurate weekly records of deep-water tests and student swim levels.
Complete Red Cross swim report cards for every camper at the end of the season.
Manage and coordinate the schedule for after-camp private swim lessons.
Serve as the primary point of contact for families regarding aquatics; answer parent emails daily, address concerns, and send reminders regarding private swim lessons.
Update and post the weekly guard schedule and morning job schedule.
Manage pool supplies and equipment inventory; assist with budgeting and purchasing as needed.
Enforce all camp, local (Westchester County), state (NY Dept of Health), and national aquatic safety standards.
Conduct daily safety checks of the pools and rescue equipment.
Lead emergency response procedures and drills within the pool complex.
Maintain accurate records, including attendance, incident reports, and certifications.
Train, schedule, and supervise lifeguards and aquatic staff (hiring is handled by the Camp Director).
Provide ongoing coaching, feedback, and performance evaluations to guards and instructors.
Ensure staff maintain current certifications and follow safety protocols at all times.
Foster a positive, inclusive, and supportive environment at the pool.
Encourage participation, skill development, and confidence in the water.