JOB SUMMARY

The Aquatics Supervisor furthers the mission of Girl Scouts of Texas Oklahoma Plains (GSTOP) through Stevens Ranch aquatics programs. The Aquatics Supervisor will supervise and manage the aquatics programming while providing safe, fun, and educational experiences for campers in accordance with GSUSA policies and procedures, American Camp Association (ACA) procedures, and Texas Department of Health requirements under the direction of the Camp Director and Assistant Camp Director. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILTIES

• Must reside at Camp Sunday-Friday during summer.
• Plans, directs, and supervises a safe and fun aquatic program.
• Trains and supervises aquatic program staff.
• Creates and implements aquatic staff scheduling.
• Manages the physical facilities and equipment of the assigned aquatic area while working directly with the site manager.
• Effectively communicates regularly with the site manager.
• Teaches aquatic staff and monitors aquatic staff on use of all aquatic equipment.
• Monitors inventory and submits orders for supply needs to ensure timely arrival of supplies so that aquatic programming is not interrupted for campers.
• Surveys aquatic area daily for any hazards, debris, and safety.
• Works with the Assistant Camp Director/Business Manager on development of aquatic programs, progression of aquatic programming, and any recognitions for aquatics programming for campers.
• Participates enthusiastically in all camp activities and contributes actively to planning and leading assigned events.
• Establishes and follows appropriate health and safety routines for campers and staff.
• Prepares, participates, and leads specific areas of staff training pertaining to camp areas. Participate in staff training and meetings.
• Becomes familiar with the overall camp program.
• Maintains area cleanliness according to the Texas Department of Health and GSTOP guidelines.
• Assists in packing and unpacking all materials and supplies at the beginning and end of the summer camping season.
• Learns evacuation procedures.
• Assists in the training of campers and staff on weather safety and evacuation procedures.

CORE COMPETENCIES

1. Interpersonal Relations                                              9. Organizational Knowledge
2. Conflict Management                                               10. Self-Management
3. Customer Service Responsiveness                        11. Fostering Diversity
4. Adaptability                                                               12. Achieve Results
5. Oral and Written Communication Skills               13. Judgement and Decision Making
6. Team Building                                                           14. Time Management
7. Personal Integrity and Professional Conduct      15. Problem Solving
8. Information Management

JOB QUALIFICATIONS 

• Minimum 18 years of age. 
• Experience working with children.
• Current Lifeguard Certification or ability to obtain one (provided by GSTOP).
• Supervisory experience.
• Commitment to the mission and purpose of Girl Scouting.
• Must be willing to work with all people without regard to race, religion, ethnic origin, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, age, or disability.
• Desire and ability to work with children and adults in a camp community. 
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights and weekends.
• Verbal fluency, good grammar, and professional appearance.
• Must complete and pass a criminal background check, motor vehicle records check, and drug screening.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Ability to observe camper behavior, assess its appropriateness, enforce appropriate safety regulations and emergency procedures, and apply appropriate behavior management techniques. 
• Physical ability to respond appropriately to situations requiring aquatic rescue and first aid.
• While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or listen. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk; sit; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Ability and willingness to work outside in all weather conditions, walk long distances and on uneven terrain, stand for extended periods of time, and lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Ability and willingness to work in an environment including exposure to environmental allergens including dust, mold, pollen, live birds, insects, and other animals. 
• Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

SEASONAL CAMP DATES

• Admin. Staff Training: May 18th - 22nd
• Staff Training Week: June 1st - 5th
• Week One: June 7th - 12th
• Week Two: June 14th - 19th
• Week Three: June 21st - 26th
• Week Four: June 28th - July 1st
• Week Five: July 7th - 10th
• Week Six: July 12th - 17th
• Staff Camp Clean Up: July 18th - 21st

CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES

• Required valid Lifeguard Certification (will be provided if needed).