Waterfront Manager - JCC Rainbow Day Camp

Harry & Rose Samson Family Jewish Community Center • Fox Point, WI

5d • Onsite

About The Position

JCC Rainbow Day Camp is hiring an energetic, passionate and hard-working individual to serve as our Summer Waterfront Manager. The Waterfront Manager is responsible for leading all aspects of the aquatics program at camp.

Albert and Ann Deshur JCC Rainbow Day Camp is an inclusive summer camp, guided by Jewish values, for children and teens that fosters personal development, friendship and community. Led by experienced and nurturing staff on over 100 picturesque acres, campers safely play and learn through a variety of enriching activities and innovative programs.

Camp Dates:

Staff Orientation: June 8-12, 2026

Camp Dates: June 15 – August 14, 2026

additional nights and weekends may be added as summer approaches

Requirements

• Must hold or obtain: Lifeguard, CPR/AED, First Aid certification (in-house course available)
• Experience managing risk and safety protocols
• Experience working in youth development or youth programming field
• Ability to effectively and clearly communicate, as well as to supervise a diverse staff and large number of campers.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree preferred in related field; significant relevant experience may be considered in lieu of degree

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise the aquatics team to ensure that the highest standards for safety, engagement and staff performance are maintained in all aquatic areas (pool and pond).
• Strictly enforce all waterfront procedures with both the lifeguards, camp staff and campers as described in JCC Rainbow Day Camp waterfront manual.
• Organize camper level testing to ensure safety in all aquatic areas.
• Serve as the lead responder for all aquatic emergencies; ensure proper implementation of emergency action plan.
• Complete incident/accident reports and communicate with camp leadership in timely manner.
• Provide ongoing coaching and feedback to aquatics staff.
• Monitor aquatics facilities and proactively address issues, communicating with camp leadership as needed.
• Supervise the staff assigned to the learn to swim program for campers and staff taking instructional swim
• Work with the camp facilities staff to coordinate pool chlorine testing and recording results. Also coordinate with facilities staff about cleaning all pool traps and meeting other health and safety requirements.
• Assist administrative staff team in other areas such as assemblies, lunch, and all camp events.
• Ensure aquatics areas are consistently clean and organized.
• Be aware and effectively address the group and social dynamics of campers.
• Ability to contribute to the Rainbow Day Camp team through spirit, enthusiasm, and willingness to learn.
• Develop an appropriate counselor/camper relationship with every camper.
• Be a quality role model for children.
• Know and understand ALL emergency procedures associated with the camp program.
• Participation in activities such as spirit days, camp programs, and songs.
• Position requires all staff members to actively work outdoors in warm weather conditions, including sun exposure, for most of the camp day.

Benefits

• JCC Membership: Every active staff member receives full JCC membership at no cost, which includes member access to our state-of-the-art fitness and aquatics facility in Whitefish Bay.
• JCC Program Discounts: Employees receive significant discounts on virtually all programs offered at the JCC and are actively encouraged to participate in our early education, wellness, camping, cultural, and enrichment programs.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees