OSRUI, a summer camp near Oconomowoc, is seeking an Aquatics Director for the summer season (late May through early August). This person will report to the Camp Director, and will perform the following functions:
1. Plan, direct, and supervise a safe and fun aquatics program
– Write (with the help of aquatics specialists) lesson plans that meet camp goals.
– Evaluate aquatics abilities of campers and staff.
– Deliver creative swim and watercraft program activities.
2. Train and supervise waterfront staff
– Assist in the planning and implementation of staff training.
– Train waterfront and counseling staff in their responsibilities.
– Supervise aquatics staff to provide a safe and high-quality program.
– Supervise the aquatics staff evaluation process.
– Implement the scheduling of aquatics staff at both the lake and the pool.
3. Manage the physical facilities and equipment in the aquatics program areas
– Set up aquatics program areas prior to and during staff training.
– Teach and monitor proper use of equipment.
– Conduct initial and end-of-season inventory, and store equipment for safety.
– Check equipment, and make (or file for) repairs.
– Conduct a daily check of equipment for safety, cleanliness, and good repair.
– Submit orders for equipment and supplies when needed, ensuring timely arrival of materials.
– Survey aquatics program areas daily, and keep the areas free of hazards and debris.
4. Participate as a member of the camp management team to plan, direct, and supervise evening programs, special events, overnights, and other all-camp activities and camp functions
– Work with the year-round team and Aquatics Specialists to develop a program curriculum.
– Assist in the planning of any special events at or near the aquatics program areas.
– Participate in management and staff meetings.
– Participate enthusiastically in all camp activities, planning and leading those as assigned.