Aquatics Director - Seasonal-Fall / Winter 2026-2027

Aquatics Director - Seasonal-Fall / Winter 2026-2027

Salary

$27.00 - $29.00 Hourly

Location

888 Washington Blvd., Stamford, CT

Job Type

Seasonal/Temporary

Department

Office of Operations

Division

Aquatics

Opening Date

09/21/2026

Closing Date

12/4/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Bargaining Unit

N/A

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

JOB SUMMARY

Assist the Recreation Supervisor and Assistant Superintendent in planning, scheduling, and supervising all swim lesson activities. Trains and supervise all aquatic staff. Operate a strict and efficient water safety program in keeping with the requirements and standards of the American Red Cross and the City of Stamford. Assist in evaluating the program and staff.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

• Assist in developing water safety protocol
• Supervise staff, programs, lifeguards, and instructors
• Work with the Recreation Supervisor and Asst. Superintendent to carry out the goals and objectives of the Aquatics Swim Lessons and waterfront program
• Develop and operate/schedule a well-planned staff training program
• Accept additional duties as assigned
• Plan staff meetings, orientation and training.
• Responsible for maintaining, inventory, and dispensing of equipment.
• Manages and oversees assigned locations.
• Assist the Assistant Superintendent in planning, scheduling, and supervising all waterfront activity. Trains and supervises all waterfront staff. Operate a strict and efficient water safety program in keeping with the requirements and standards of the American Red Cross and the City of Stamford. Assist in evaluating the program and staff.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND OTHER ATTRIBUTES

• Strong interpersonal skills to manage and work with residents, patrons, staff, and Emergency
• Services
• Current Lifeguard certifications from ARC
• Ability to plan, schedule, supervise staff, and develop programs
• Must be available to work weekends and holidays during the summer season
• Own transportation to/from and during work hours (reimbursement for work- related travel)

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• At least 21 years of age
• At least two (2) years of lifeguarding experience
• Strong interpersonal skills to manage and work with residents, patrons, staff, and Emergency
• Services
• Current Lifeguard certifications from ARC
• Ability to plan, schedule, supervise staff, and develop programs
• Must be available to work weekends and holidays during the summer season
• Own transportation to/from and during work hours (reimbursement for work- related travel)

If the position is a seasonal/temporary position, it is not eligible for union benefits.

01

Do you have a current Lifeguard Certification from the American Red Cross (ARC) or equivalent?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you have lifeguarding experience? If so, how many years?

Required Question

Employer City of Stamford

Address 888 Washington Blvd.

P.O. Box 10152

Stamford, Connecticut, 06904-2152

Phone 203-977-4070

Website http://www.stamfordct.gov