JOB DETAILS

Camp Waterfront Supervisor

CompanySJCC
LocationMercer Island
Work ModeOn Site
PostedDecember 16, 2025
About The Company
The Stroum Jewish Community Center offers a variety of programs and activities for the entire family—from newborns to seniors. The SJCC inspires to build community and ensure Jewish continuity through outstanding programs, partnerships, and spaces that welcome everyone to learn, grow, and celebrate together. The SJCC is a nonprofit organization that is open to everyone. Located on Mercer Island, the J is home to an Early Childhood School, Summer J Camp and a full line-up of J Kids programs, the largest fitness center on Mercer Island, an indoor pool, community engagement programs, arts and culture events, and so much more. Founded in 1949, the J continues to serve the Jewish and greater Seattle community with high caliber programming, a welcoming community, and a caring staff that provides outstanding service at every touchpoint.
About the Role

Description

The Camp Waterfront Supervisor is responsible for maintaining a safe boating environment for all campers and staff by enforcing waterfront rules, facility rules and following the J Camp schedule closely. The Camp Waterfront Supervisor also creates and implements boating activities for campers. 


Pay Range: $21.50 – $22.75 per hour, depending on experience. 


Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

  • Caution participants regarding safe vs. unsafe behaviors. Enforce safety protocol and report concerns to the Camp Director or Aquatics Director. 
  • Rescue participants in danger of drowning; administer first-aid/CPR if required. 
  • Create and implement boating activities. Adapt activities based on the ages and abilities of campers. 
  • Inspect facilities for cleanliness and perform regular waterfront maintenance as assigned by the Camp Director and Aquatics Director. 
  • Work with team members to organize, order, store and inventory program supplies and equipment. 
  • Ensure the safety, health and welfare of campers and staff by providing a safe camp environment and immediately and appropriately responding to any incidents, illnesses or situations that arise. 
  • Support the emotional and social wellbeing of the campers through positive behavior management, supportive interactions, and conflict resolution. 
  • Communicate regularly and appropriately with the rest of the J Camp staff team and Aquatics Director, both verbally and in writing. 
  • Immediately inform the Camp Director of any concerns that arise with campers, staff, parents/guardians or community members. 
  • Share recommendations with Camp Director and Aquatics Director on an ongoing basis. 
  • Act as a positive ambassador of the SJCC both inside and outside of the SJCC 
  • Follow all emergency procedures at the SJCC. 
  • Perform work on weekends and evenings as needed to meet applicable deadlines or scheduling needs.  
  • Other duties as assigned. 

Supervisory Responsibilities: 

This position has no supervisory responsibilities. 


Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.   


Education/Experience: Experience and/or training working with children preferred. Attendance at J Camp staff training is required unless approval to train separately is granted in writing by the Camp Director. A current Waterfront Lifeguard Certification through an approved certifying body, or willingness to get certified. 


Other Skills: Current CPR/AED and First Aid Certification for adults/infants/children, through an approved certifying body, or willingness to get certified. 

Key Skills
Boating SafetyFirst AidCPRLifeguardingChild InteractionConflict ResolutionTeam CollaborationActivity PlanningCommunicationEmergency ProceduresBehavior ManagementFacility MaintenanceInventory ManagementPositive InteractionSafety ProtocolsIncident Reporting
Categories
Sports & RecreationEducationSecurity & SafetyHospitalitySocial Services
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The Camp Waterfront Supervisor is responsible for ensuring a safe boating environment and enforcing safety protocols. They also create and implement boating activities tailored to the campers' ages and abilities.
📋Job Type
full time
💰Salary Range
$22 - $23
📊Experience Level
0-2
💼Company Size
96
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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