Lifeguards

Summary of Position

The JCC is looking for a focused and committed individual who loves the water and enjoys working with people of all ages and abilities to serve as a Lifeguard. The programs serve children and adults of all ages. This is a part-time, overtime non-exempt position supervised by the Aquatics Director. Morning and early day shift availability preferred.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain the health and safety of participants through
  • Use of continual, proper surveillance techniques, including all areas of responsibility (indoor pool, outdoor pools, deck area)
  • Use of effective Preventive Lifeguarding as an integral part of this surveillance
  • Equal enforcement and personal practice of pool rules and regulations
• Perform appropriate rescues, including administering first aid/CPR as needed
• Follow JCC guidelines for opening and closing pools
• Present oneself in an appropriate and professional manner at all times, including swimsuit, whistle, JCC Lifeguard T-shirt, rescue tube, and shorts
• Represent and promote the JCC in a positive manner at all times
• Test the water in the pool every two hours
• Restore equipment to their proper locations as needed
• Perform routine maintenance tasks as needed, such as cleaning stainless steel, sweeping the deck and the pool, and other tasks needed to maintain a clean and healthy environment
• Complete all required records and reports, such as accident reports, chemical logs, and user logs on a regular basis
• Attend and participate in quarterly In-Service training meetings
• Correct and immediately report any unsafe conditions or hazards in the pool area to the Aquatics Director

Qualifications and Skills

• American Red Cross Lifeguarding Certification
• Must be reliable and be ready on the lifeguard stand by the start of their shift
• Ability to enforce pool rules and regulations

Physical Demands

• Work with pool chemicals; safe use training provided
• Spend prolonged amount of time in the pool
•  Must be able to lift 40 pounds

Summary of Benefits

• Complmentary JCC membership including use of facility (fitness, gymnasium, pool)
• Member pricing on programs
• NJ Paid Sick Leave

Compensation: starting at $16/hour depending on shift and experience

To apply, contact Chris Matejek at [email protected].  

Financial Analyst Job Description

Summary of Position

The Financial Analyst plays a key role in supporting the JCC’s Finance Department with financial planning, budgeting, and internal reporting processes. This role partners closely with department heads to help them understand and manage their budgets, while providing clear, actionable financial insights to support decision-making across the organization. The Financial Analyst is a key member of the Finance team, responsible for preparing and distributing monthly financial reports, supporting the annual budgeting process, and analyzing program-level performance

This full-time, overtime exempt role, reporting to the Senior Director of Finance, serves as a bridge between the Finance Department and program staff. The ideal candidate is a collaborative, analytically minded professional who enjoys working with both data and people in a mission-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Budgeting & Forecasting

• Support the development and coordination of the annual operating budget across all departments
• Work directly with department leaders to build, refine, and manage their budgets
• Ensure consistency, accuracy, and completeness of budget inputs
• Support organizational forecasting processes, including quarterly or periodic updates
• Assist in developing financial models and scenario analyses
• Track key financial and operational metrics to inform projections
• Other relevant duties as assigned

Financial Analysis & Reporting

• Prepare and distribute monthly departmental financial (P&L) reports in a timely manner
• Ensure reports are clear, accurate, and user-friendly
• Analyze program-level financial performance, including revenue and expense
• Serve as a financial resource to department heads to:
  • Identify and analyze root causes of financial variances
  • Follow up on discrepancies, missing information, or unexpected results
  • Foster a culture of financial awareness and accountability
• Identify trends, risks, and opportunities across departments and programs
• Partner with Accounting Manager to maintain consistency between internal reports and financial statements

Data Management & Systems

• Extract, organize, and analyze financial data from accounting and operational systems
• Ensure data accuracy and alignment across systems
• Support improvements in financial reporting tools, dashboards, and processes
• Assist in maintaining reporting templates and documentation

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, Economics, Accounting, or related field
• 3+ years of experience in financial analysis, budgeting, operations, or related field
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel required
• Ability to organize and interpret data clearly and accurately
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with non-financial staff
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management skills
• Experience with financial systems, reporting tools, or dashboards preferred

Physical Demands

• Ability to sit for extended periods while working at a computer
• Frequent use of hands and fingers for typing, data entry, and operating office equipment
• Ability to view a computer screen for prolonged periods
• Occasional standing, walking, bending and reaching
• Ability to communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing
• Ability to lift and move light materials, typically up to 15 pounds

Key Benefits Offered

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance
• Medical and Dependent Care FSAs; HSA
• Mass transit and commuter parking FSAs
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
• Paid time off
• Complimentary membership with use of facilities (fitness, aquatics, programs)
• Program discounts for the entire family

Salary Range: $70,000 – $75,000 annually; commensurate with experience

Click HERE to apply.

Group Fitness Instructor

The JCC is seeking an energetic and motivating certified Group Fitness Instructor, with a keen understanding of customer service and professionalism, to lead dynamic group fitness classes focused on strength training, toning, and full-body conditioning. This role is perfect for an experienced fitness professional who enjoys helping participants build strength, confidence, and community in a welcoming inclusive environment.

This is a part-time, overtime non-exempt position with schedule flexibility, reporting to the Director of Fitness. Daytime, evening and weekend shifts available. Schedule will be determined based on availability and program needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead safe, engaging fitness classes that combine strength training, muscle toning, and light cardio
• Design class formats adaptable to varying fitness levels and abilities
• Provide clear instruction, demonstrations, and modifications
• Create a positive, supportive, and motivating class atmosphere
• Ensure proper use of equipment and adherence to safety guidelines
• Arrive on time, prepared, and ready to lead scheduled classes
• Communicate professionally with staff, members and participants
• Positively represent the JCC with professional appearance and conduct
• Provide the highest quality of customer service to program participants
• Utilize strong interpersonal skills with an eagerness to grow participation
• Function as a strong team player

Qualifications and Skills

• Current group fitness certification (ACE, NASM, AFAA, etc.)
• Practical experience in the field preferred
• CPR/AED Certification or willingness to obtain (American Red Cross or equivalent)
• First Aid Certification (American Red Cross or equivalent)
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Reliable, professional, and enthusiastic
• Ability to motivate participants of all ages and abilities

Physical Demands

• Ability to actively teach a group fitness class
• Lift a minimum of 50 pounds from the floor
• Ability to stand or move for an extended period of time

Pay range: starting at $40 per class

Key Benefits

• Complimentary membership with fitness and pool access
• NJ Paid Sick Leave
• Flexible Schedule

To apply, click HERE.

Personal Trainer

Summary of Position

The JCC is looking for energetic and friendly certified Personal Trainers with a keen understanding of customer service and professionalism. Part-time weekday, evening and weekend shifts available. Personal Trainers will have the opportunity to work with clients of varying ages, abilities, and backgrounds. This is a part-time, overtime non-exempt position reporting to the Director of Fitness.

Key Responsibilities

• Design individual and small group exercise programs tailored to the needs and attainable goals of specific clients
• Execute fitness programs designed in a safe and effective way
• Help clients reach their fitness and wellness goals through appropriate exercise selection
• Proactively assist, train and correct members with proper use of fitness equipment
• Positively represent the JCC with professional appearance and conduct
• Provide the highest quality of customer service to program participants
• Utilize strong interpersonal skills with an eagerness to grow client base
• Function as a strong team player

Qualifications and Skills

• Current Personal Training Certification (nationally recognized and NCCA accredited)
• CPR/AED Certification (American Red Cross or equivalent)
• First Aid Certification (American Red Cross or equivalent)
• Current and broad knowledge of fitness equipment and body mechanics
• Ability to interact with clients in a positive and encouraging manner
• Ability to work a flexible schedule
• Practical experience in the field preferred

Physical Demands

• Work in cooler temperatures (fitness center may be cooler than remaining facility)
• Lift a minimum of 50 pounds from the floor
• Ability to stand or move for an extended period of time

Compensation: starting at $35/hour ($17.50 per 30-minute session); commensurate with experience and certifications

Key Benefits

• Complimentary JCC membership, including member pricing on programs
• NJ Paid Sick Leave
• Flexible schedule

Click HERE to apply.

JCC Fitness and Wellness Center Floor Supervisor 

Summary of Position

The JCC is looking for a personable and energetic individual with a keen understanding of customer service and professionalism to serve as a part-time Fitness Floor Supervisor on evenings and weekends. The Fitness Floor Supervisor will have the opportunity to work with clients of varying ages and abilities, and are expected to work effectively with people from different backgrounds and abilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Attend to and observe all activity on the fitness floor
• Provide a high level of customer service, taking a proactive approach to member engagement
• Represent the JCC in a positive, enthusiastic, helpful and professional manner
• Address member concerns and suggestions in a timely and polite manner
• Communicate member concerns and suggestions to Fitness Director
• Provide and schedule new member complimentary fitness services (e.g. assessments and reviews)
• Ensure proper equipment use by supervising and assisting members in the proper exercise technique; demonstrate proper use of equipment
• Ensure equipment is in good working order; follow established procedures to either fix broken equipment or notify the Fitness Director
• Support Facilities staff in maintaining cleanliness of fitness equipment during low-use times (i.e. wipe down and dust machines)
• Attend department meetings
• Complete hourly headcounts
• Regularly check email to ensure you are current with JCC news and updates
• Be familiar with JCC program offerings to properly educate members

Qualifications and Skills:

• CPR/AED Certification (American Red Cross or equivalent)
• First Aid Certification (American Red Cross or equivalent)
• Current and broad knowledge of fitness equipment and body mechanics
• Strong customer service skills including an outgoing personality; a friendly disposition, self-confidence, and maturity
• The ability to work a flexible schedule
• The ability to maintain a healthy and neat appearance
• Practical experience in the field
• Current Personal Training Certification (nationally recognized and NCCA accredited) is preferred

Physical Demands

• Stand for entirety of work shift
• Successfully demonstrate exercises
• Lift a minimum of 50lbs to successfully re-rack weights, plates, and other equipment
• Interact with cleaning products including but not limited to wipes and disinfectant spray

Compensation

Starts at $16/hour

If interested, please send resume to Marissa Domanski, JCC Fitness Director, at [email protected].

Youth, Teen & Family Counselor Job Description

Summary of Position

The JCC is looking for motivated and responsible people who enjoy working with children to serve as Counselors in our Youth, Teen & Family programs. Our programs include After School, Enrichment classes, and Vacation Day events. Additional opportunities are available to work Birthday Parties and Kids Night Out events (on weekends and evenings).

The programs serve children from Kindergarten through Seventh Grade during the academic school year. The programs run Monday – Friday from 2:30pm – 6:00pm. Start and end times are flexible on all days of the week within this time. This is a part-time, school-year, overtime non-exempt position reporting to the Director of Youth, Teen & Family.

Key Responsibilities

• Engage with children during activities to support their safe and enjoyable participation in counselor-led and specialist-led activities
• Provide role-model behavior for students
• Support children’s homework completion
• Ensure group activity areas throughout the JCC are cleaned up in a timely fashion
• Follow all safety protocols, including but not limited to walking from place to place, room and bathroom supervision, etc.
• Take accurate attendance for all arrivals and departures
• Effectively use applicable technology, including the Playground app to communicate with families and track attendance
• Adhere to program schedules and ensure children are at appropriate activities on time
• Support healthy social interactions between children
• Communicate with and take direction from Director of Youth, Teen & Family
• Additional lead counselor responsibilities (if applicable) include:
  • Responsible for encouraging healthy and safe behavior and practices to support a positive morale of the group
  • Serve as a role model for co-counselors by demonstrating responsible, engaging and professional behavior
  • Lead co-counselors and students in the event of an emergency
• Additional bus counselor responsibilities (if applicable) include:
  • Arrive to work in time to ride school bus with children between school and the JCC
  • Communicate with Youth, Teen & Family leadership and school office staff to ensure accurate attendance at schools
  • Supervise children to ensure safe transportation on buses including boarding, exiting, buckling seatbelts, managing behavior
  • Take accurate attendance and headcount for all arrivals and departures
  • Maintain a calm, respectful, and supportive environment on the bus
  • Assist in conducting and supervising bus evacuation drills to ensure children understand emergency procedures
• Other relevant tasks as assigned

Qualifications and Skills

• Minimum education required: High School Diploma (Lead Counselor)
• CPR and First Aid Certification; JCC will provide courses if needed (ages 18+)
• Physician health screening, fingerprinting, and background check required (ages 18+)
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to remain alert, attentive and engaging at all times

Physical Demands

• Occasional lifting and carrying
• Frequent reaching, stooping, sitting on the floor, and bending

Key Benefits Offered

• Complimentary JCC membership including use of facility (fitness, gym, pool, etc.)
• Member pricing on programs

Compensation range: $16/hour – $22/hour, commensurate with experience and position.

To apply, email interest and resume to Jolie Saltiel at [email protected].