Assistant Aquatics Director - Rec Services

Salary: $24.00 - $26.00 Hourly
Location : 888 Washington Blvd., Stamford, CT
Job Type: Seasonal/Temporary
Department: Office of Operations
Division: Leisure Services Adm.
Opening Date: 03/02/2026
Closing Date: 7/3/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Bargaining Unit: N/A


JOB SUMMARY


Assist the Aquatics Director and Recreation Supervisor in planning, scheduling, and supervising all swim lesson activities. Trains and supervise all aquatic staff. Operate a strict and efficient water safety program in keeping with the requirements and standards of the American Red Cross and the City of Stamford. Assist in evaluating the program and staff.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

• Assist in developing water safety protocol
• Be a role model and supervisor to all staff
• Conduct senior staff duties
• Maintain adequate communication with superiors and subordinates
• Support all camp policies and set a positive tone
• Ensure health and safety of patrons, residents, and staff
• Supervise staff, programs, lifeguards, and instructors
• Work with the Aquatics Director, Recreation Supervisor and Asst. Superintendent to carry out the goals and objectives of the waterfront program
• Develop and operate/schedule a well-planned staff training program
• Oversee Lifeguard swim tests
• Accept additional duties as assigned
• Plan/promote senior staff and regular staff orientation and training.
• Responsible for maintaining, inventory, and dispensing of equipment.
• Manages and oversees assigned locations.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• At least 18 years of age
• At least two (2) years of lifeguarding experience
• Strong interpersonal skills to manage and work with residents, patrons, staff, and Emergency
• Services
• Current Lifeguard certifications from ARC
• Ability to plan, schedule, supervise staff, and develop programs
• Must be available to work weekends and holidays during the summer season
• Own transportation to/from and during work hours (reimbursement for work- related travel)

Work Schedule:

• May - Assist in setting up waterfront areas, participate in planning/instructing staff training,
• begin supervising on weekends when beaches are open
• June - Assist in supervising waterfront activities (weekends) and office work (weekdays)
• July - Assist in supervising on weekdays/weekends (approx. 40 hours per week)
• August - Assist in supervising on weekdays/weekends (approx. 40 hours per week)
• September - Assist in breaking down/closing waterfront/pool areas and prepare for swim
• lessons

Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
If the position is a seasonal/temporary position, it is not eligible for union benefits.
01


Do you have at least two (2) years of lifeguarding experience?

• Yes
• No

02


Do you have current Lifeguard certifications from ARC?

• Yes
• No

Required Question