Pool Director, Jockey Hollow Summer Camp
Girl Scouts of Northern New Jersey, Convent Station, New Jersey, us, 07961
Description
Girl Scouts of Northern New Jersey is looking for energetic, fun, organized, and caring staff to provide memorable experiences to girls in a safe and engaging Summer Camp environment! At Jockey Hollow, there are 212 pristine acres to explore and enjoy. With a large "L"-shaped swimming pool, Low Ropes Challenge Course and Zip Line, beautiful equestrian center, archery range, playing field, and adventurous hiking trails, the fun is endless!
The Pool Director is responsible for the overall coordination and implementation of pool activities that are fun, safe and appropriate to campers' ages and abilities. They also ensure compliance with GSUSA, NJ Youth Safety Act, Department of Health and ACA standards. They are responsible for pool activities with unit plans and other specialized camp events and will direct and supervise the pool staff.
Immediate Supervisor: Camp Director
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Follow and enforce all safety rules and regulations of the pool in line with Girl Scout, ACA, ARC, and NJ Youth Camp standards
Attend pre-camp training
Conduct skills test for all pool staff during pre-camp training and weekly while camp is in session
Organize aquatic programs; create swim schedule for units
Train, direct, and supervise lifeguards
Monitor completion of swim level recognition form by lifeguards to be sent home each session with each camper
Communicate with Camp Director about problems, changes, and make suggestions related to aquatic activities and personnel problems/changes
Integrate aquatic activities with unit plans and other specialized camp events
Document and diligently report any health and welfare concerns to the Camp Health Supervisor
Maintain proper camper-staff ratios according to outlined standards
Conduct opening and closing site inspection of equipment, caps, buddy system, and swimming records
Collaborate with Program Director to plan and conduct special aquatic events
Coordinate and supervise swimming program for overnights and assure assigned pool staff are on duty at designated times
Conduct lost swimmer rescue drills, in-service training, and staff meetings weekly
Take pre and post camp inventory of all pool equipment, providing Camp Director with requests
Maintain cleanliness and order of pool and surrounding areas
Keep accurate records of pool tests and report any problems immediately to the Camp Ranger
Manage care and use of all pool equipment and arrange necessary repairs
Assure the pool and pool house are always kept in clean and safe condition
Follow guidelines of the American Red Cross in swimming instruction procedures, submit course record sheets to American Red Cross within two weeks
Maintain alertness for campers and staff in the water and their needs
Lead and assist in swimming lessons
Report any waterfront concerns to the Camp Director
Maintain cleanliness of pool, equipment, and surrounding areas
Assist Program Director with implementation of rainy-day programs
Learn and perform emergency procedures effectively
Maintain current American Red Cross swimming skill requirements, certification requirements, and documentation of related activities
Promote high camper and staff morale
Write and submit a seasonal report of aquatics area and activities
Understand and practice aquatics procedures, health, and safety
Perform other duties as assigned
Daily Rate: $167 (new staff) - $182 per day (returning staff). This is based on a 7.5 hour work day, which translates to $22.27 - $24.27 per hour respectively.
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The Pool Director is responsible for the overall coordination and implementation of pool activities that are fun, safe and appropriate to campers' ages and abilities. They also ensure compliance with GSUSA, NJ Youth Safety Act, Department of Health and ACA standards. They are responsible for pool activities with unit plans and other specialized camp events and will direct and supervise the pool staff.
Immediate Supervisor: Camp Director
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Follow and enforce all safety rules and regulations of the pool in line with Girl Scout, ACA, ARC, and NJ Youth Camp standards
Attend pre-camp training
Conduct skills test for all pool staff during pre-camp training and weekly while camp is in session
Organize aquatic programs; create swim schedule for units
Train, direct, and supervise lifeguards
Monitor completion of swim level recognition form by lifeguards to be sent home each session with each camper
Communicate with Camp Director about problems, changes, and make suggestions related to aquatic activities and personnel problems/changes
Integrate aquatic activities with unit plans and other specialized camp events
Document and diligently report any health and welfare concerns to the Camp Health Supervisor
Maintain proper camper-staff ratios according to outlined standards
Conduct opening and closing site inspection of equipment, caps, buddy system, and swimming records
Collaborate with Program Director to plan and conduct special aquatic events
Coordinate and supervise swimming program for overnights and assure assigned pool staff are on duty at designated times
Conduct lost swimmer rescue drills, in-service training, and staff meetings weekly
Take pre and post camp inventory of all pool equipment, providing Camp Director with requests
Maintain cleanliness and order of pool and surrounding areas
Keep accurate records of pool tests and report any problems immediately to the Camp Ranger
Manage care and use of all pool equipment and arrange necessary repairs
Assure the pool and pool house are always kept in clean and safe condition
Follow guidelines of the American Red Cross in swimming instruction procedures, submit course record sheets to American Red Cross within two weeks
Maintain alertness for campers and staff in the water and their needs
Lead and assist in swimming lessons
Report any waterfront concerns to the Camp Director
Maintain cleanliness of pool, equipment, and surrounding areas
Assist Program Director with implementation of rainy-day programs
Learn and perform emergency procedures effectively
Maintain current American Red Cross swimming skill requirements, certification requirements, and documentation of related activities
Promote high camper and staff morale
Write and submit a seasonal report of aquatics area and activities
Understand and practice aquatics procedures, health, and safety
Perform other duties as assigned
Daily Rate: $167 (new staff) - $182 per day (returning staff). This is based on a 7.5 hour work day, which translates to $22.27 - $24.27 per hour respectively.
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