Job Description

THIS IS A TEMPORARY, SUMMER-ONLY POSITION.

The Supervisor (Waterfront & Outdoor Facilities) works closely with BCYF Operations staff to ensure that the standards for maintaining a swimming pool or open water area are met, including in some instances being aware of water bacteria levels are in nearby or its specific area. The Supervisor (Waterfront & Outdoor Facilities) is responsible for the overall management of a Swimming Facility and Area and the lifeguard staff assigned to such location. Supervisors are overseeing the day-to-day operations of the facility or waterfront during hours of operation. All supervisors should have prior lifeguarding experience, preferably as a Head Lifeguard at a pool or open water swimming area.

Responsibilities

• Schedule pool staff and prepare weekly payroll reports.
• Maintain the entire pool facility in compliance with local board of health regulations.
• Working with the Head Lifeguard to ensure staff are appropriately stationed, in uniform, and meeting the performance expectations of BCYF lifeguards.
• Responsible for patrons visiting their facilities.
• Ensure appropriate signage is posted and visible to patrons and staff.
• Ensuring daily workouts are completed and logged.
• Conducting in-service training at their respective facilities.
• Set up and prepare the facility for initial opening, and dismantle and pack for closing.
• Perform other pool-related duties as required.
• Perform other aquatic-related duties as assigned.
• Perform related work as required.

Minimum Entrance Qualifications

• Qualified applicants must have current certification in ARC Lifeguard Training, ARC BLS-CPR, ARC in Standard First Aid, or Equivalent.
• One to two (1-2) years of experience in the area of Aquatic pool or waterfront direction.
• ARC instructorship in the areas of Water Safety (WSI) and Lifeguard Training (LGT) is preferred.
• Competitive swimming experience is preferred.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and focus on detail as required by the job.
• Ability to work flexible hours.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• CORI - SORI CHECK REQUIRED

This position has received a waiver from the Boston Residency Commission, establishing a temporary moratorium on the City of Boston Residency Ordinance for a period of three years, ending January 4, 2027.

Terms

Start Date: June 22, 2026

Hourly Rate: $26/hr

Union/Salary Plan/Grade Non-Union/Non-Graded

Hours per week 35

Job Type Full-Time

Work Location: In-Person