Location and Job Title:

Assistant Aquatics Director
Kaplen JCC on the Palisades
411 E. Clinton Ave.
Tenafly, NJ 07670

Principal Responsibilities:

The Assistant Aquatics Director supports the successful day-to-day operations of the JCC's aquatics programs and facilities. This leadership role assists in managing swim lesson programming, staff supervision, pool scheduling, and safety compliance, while delivering outstanding service to members and program participants. The ideal candidate is a proactive team leader with a strong background in aquatics, staff management, safety protocols, and customer service.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND OPPORTUNITIES

Program & Operations Management

• Coordinate all aquatics scheduling, including group and private swim lessons, lap swim, open swim, and special events.

• Manage program registration, waitlists, and rosters, ensuring clear and timely communication with families.

• Optimize pool usage through effective scheduling and facility coordination.

Staff Supervision & Development

• Recruit, train, supervise, and evaluate part-time aquatics staff including lifeguards and swim instructors.

• Prepare and manage weekly staff schedules, ensuring coverage for all programs and safety needs.

• Monitor and approve staff timesheets; manage payroll processes in alignment with budgeted labor costs.

Safety & Compliance

• Ensure all lifeguard and instructor certifications (CPR, First Aid, Lifeguarding, etc.) remain current.

• Lead regular in-service training and safety audits to maintain compliance with industry standards.

• Respond promptly to emergencies or incidents, completing necessary reports and notifying leadership as appropriate.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Minimum 2 years of experience in aquatics programming or facility operations

• Current lifeguard certification required; WSI (Water Safety Instructor) certification strongly preferred

• Demonstrated experience in swim instruction programming and safety protocols

• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills

• Proficiency in scheduling and registration software

• CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer certification required

Schedule & Work Environment

• Full-time position with flexible hours required, including early mornings, evenings, and Sunday shifts

• Active presence on the pool deck and throughout the aquatics facility is expected

SALARY RANGE: Base salary of $45,000, Commensurate with experience. Option for additional commission for swimming lessons.

BENEFITS

Full-time: Complimentary JCC family or Individual membership

employee discounts on all programs, services and events

Generous paid time off, paid floating federal holidays, paid Jewish holidays

Health and dental insurance

403b employer contribution

FSA/HSA options

Life insurance

long-term disability

To Apply: Please send cover letter and resume to Shani Waismel-Stein at: Recruiting@jccotp.org

Salary:

$45000

Agency Information:

Kaplen JCC On The Palisades is a welcoming home away from home for all who pass through its front doors. Our 185,000 square foot building plus acres of outside grounds feature 2 fitness centers, an indoor and outdoor aquatics center, group exercise, spin and pilates studios, 2 gymnasiums, tennis and racquet courts, indoor track, a luxurious spa, multiple playgrounds and fields and so much more. The JCC is home to the renowned Thurnauer School of Music, Leonard and Syril Rubin Nursery School, Neil Klatskin Day Camp, and the JCC Dance and Drama Schools. The JCC is also proud to offer extensive, high quality programs and services to adults of all ages, as well as to seniors and individuals with special needs.

VISION

Our vision is to be the center point of Jewish life in our community and to engage all generations in our mission and values.

MISSION
Deeply rooted in Jewish values and tradition, the Kaplen JCC on the Palisades is a vibrant home for the Jewish People that welcomes all and cultivates the social, intellectual, physical and spiritual well-being of the entire community.

VALUES

We are committed to demonstrating the following values and ask respect for these values from those with whom we interact:

COMMUNITY
CONNECTION TO JUDAISM AND ISRAEL
INTEGRITY
QUALITY
RESPECT
RESPONSIBILITY
SAFETY
TIKKUN OLAM (repairing the world)