Job Description

Description:

The Aquatics Manager will supervise the Aquatics Specialists and hourly certified lifeguards while overseeing operations at both the pool and waterfront, including fishing and boating activities. They will collaborate with the Program Coordinator to ensure certifications remain current and maintain established safety procedures at all times. This staff member will lead lifeguard in-service trainings, support the development of age-appropriate, adaptive aquatic programming for campers aged 8-17, and foster a positive, safety-focused environment for all staff and campers.

Team Overview:


The Program Team brings the camp experience to life by creating programs, building community and ensuring the safety and wellbeing of all camp participants. The team creates accessible and developmentally appropriate programs and recruits, processes, and supports a large team of volunteers and seasonal staff. In adherence with laws and camp governing bodies; they develop, plan and implement camp emergency procedures and policies.

Responsibilities:

Attend Seasonal Staff Training

(May 18-29, 2026)

Attend High Risk Certification & Leadership Training

(May 11-15, 2026)

Manage and train the hourly certified aquatics team in coordination with the Program Coordinator to maintain effective scheduling and coverage Manage tasks related to opening/closing the pool, boat house, and fishing dock for the season Provide feedback, support, and formal evaluations to each team member throughout the summer Collaborate with the Program Coordinator to review Program Specialist plans and support the intentional design and implementation of outcome-driven programming in assigned areas Support the Aquatics Team in the modification and adaptation of activities in response to weather and to meet medical, psychosocial, accessibility, and other camper needs to ensure an inclusive experience Collaborate with the Program Coordinator in the preparation, purchase order, and record-keeping of inventory of supplies in assigned areas Oversee and perform daily pool cleaning, record chemical levels, and be prepared for various other emergency protocols Assist the Cabin Life team with maintaining appropriate supervision of campers, including providing overnight coverage in cabins as needed

Requirements:

Required Skills, Qualifications & Experience

Ability to move across camp grounds and between buildings and activity areas multiple times each day Ability to perform job functions outside during summer months (humidity, heat, rain) Hold or obtain valid Lifeguard & CPR for Professional Rescuer Certifications Strong understanding of waterfront risk management and emergency planning while keeping safety first in all situations Demonstrated professionalism and strong leadership skills Ability to manage a detailed schedule for a large team Experience training, certifying or leading adults Ability to support with program set up and tear down (including movement of materials up to 50 lbs.) Demonstrated problem-solving and conflict resolution skills with children and adults

Preferred Skills, Qualifications & Experience

Minimum of 1 year of previous experience in aquatic management or supervisory role Experience as a lifeguard or prior lifeguard certification preferred Boating, canoeing, or fishing experience preferred Lifeguard Instructor Certification preferred

Expectations & Requirements for all Flying Horse Farms Staff


We live our Values. We are each responsible for knowing our values and nurturing our culture:

We are All In.

We demonstrate a willingness to do what it takes to get the job done, we are supportive and loyal, show up present and ready and we are passionate about "Campers First."

We have an Attitude of Optimism.

We find what is working and make more of that happen, demonstrate adaptability within ambiguity, spread joy and hope and ensure everyone we interact with feels "Welcomed Home."

We are Trustworthy.

We are consistent, dependable, steady, truthful and operate with transparency, take ownership for our work and "See the Best" in others. *

We Take Initiative.

We are driven, work towards goals with fortitude, pay attention to details and find innovative solutions with "Fearless is Free" attitudes.