Aquatics Support Coordinator

Bernikow JCC Staten Island; New York (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free membership

Flexible schedule

Employee benefits

Job summary

Bernikow JCC Staten Island is seeking a reliable team member to provide operational and customer service support during evening and weekend pool hours, ensuring a safe, clean and enjoyable experience for members and staff.

This non-supervisory role requires initiative, clear communication and the ability to assist lifeguards and instructors, monitor safety procedures, handle emergencies, and coordinate pool activities while serving as the on-site contact during nights and weekends.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in aquatics or pool operations.
• Current Lifeguard, CPR and First Aid certifications (or ability to obtain before start).
• Strong leadership and organizational skills.
• Availability to work nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Assist lifeguards and aquatic staff with evening operations.
• Support lifeguards and swim instructors during evening and weekend hours.
• Provide coverage for lifeguards and swim instructors as needed.
• Coordinate pool activities and logistics.
• Serve as a point of contact for lifeguards and aquatic staff during evening shifts.
• Monitor pool operations and ensure adherence to safety procedures and policies.
• Respond to emergencies and incidents, following established protocols.
• Support opening and closing duties for night shifts.
• Communicate with members, staff and management to maintain high service standards.

Skills

Communication skills

Reliability

Initiative

Education

Lifeguard certification

CPR certification

First Aid certification

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

Provide operational and customer service support during evening and weekend pool hours to ensure a safe, clean and positive experience for all patrons and staff.

This non-supervisory role requires strong initiative, effective communication skills and reliability.

ABOUT YOU

You're a dependable and organized team member who communicates clearly and remains calm under pressure. You'll provide support to aquatics staff during evening and weekend shifts, help enforce safety protocols, and serve as the primary point of contact on-site during nights and weekends. Your reliability helps ensure a smooth and safe environment for both members and staff.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Assist lifeguards and aquatic staff with evening operations.
• Support lifeguards and swim instructors during evening and weekend hours.
• Provide coverage for lifeguards and swim instructors as needed.
• Coordinate pool activities and logistics.
• Serve as a point of contact for lifeguards and aquatic staff during evening shifts.
• Monitor pool operations and ensure adherence to safety procedures and policies.
• Respond to emergencies and incidents, following established protocols.
• Support opening and closing duties for night shifts.
• Communicate with members, staff and management to maintain high service standards.
  

OUR REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum 2 years of experience in aquatics or pool operations
• Current Lifeguard, CPR and First Aid certifications (or ability to obtain before start)
• Strong leadership and organizational skills
• Availability to work nights and weekends
  

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS

• Previous supervisory experience in an aquatics or recreation setting
• Familiarity with evening pool programming and facility operations
  

SALARY

Part-time

Salary Range: $22 - $25 per hour (based on experience)

BENEFITS

The JCC of Staten Island is committed to keeping you and your family healthy and happy through a comprehensive benefits program. Offerings include: subsidized options for Medical; offerings for Dental and Vision coverage, FSA and Dependent Care. We also offer free LTD, STD, Life Insurance, a Pension, 403B, generous program discounts, free membership, ample time off and much more!

ABOUT US

The Jewish Community Center of Staten Island was founded in 1929 with the goal of creating a home for the Jewish community by offering social, recreational, and educational activities. Over time, that mission expanded to help anyone who walked through the doors of any of our facilities. The JCC has become a true community center—not just for the Jewish community, but for the entirety of Staten Island.

Programs serve the needs we see in our community and are constantly expanding to meet new demand. We serve people of all walks of life, from young children to seniors and everyone in between. The JCC is proud to offer services that help improve the quality of life for people on Staten Island and beyond. We strive to help those in need as well as provide recreational and educational  opportunities for … The  JCC of  Staten is dedicatedto encouraging harmony … The  JCC … we have  over ....

Everyone is welcome at the JCC.