Application deadline: Friday, January 23, 2026

Job Description

Variety – the Children’s Charity Ontario &

Variety Village

Job Posting

Position Title: Deck Supervisor

Reports to: Coordinator, Aquatic & Leadership Programs

Job Type: Temporary Contract, Summer

Hours: 35 hours per week

Who we are:

Located in southwestern Scarborough, Ontario, Variety Village is an inclusive, adaptive, and family friendly facility serving more than 30,000 individuals each year. Variety Village has had, and continues to have, a profound impact on the lives of people with disabilities and their families. Through adaptive sport and recreation programming, outreach and education, Variety promotes inclusion and healthy living through adapted physical activity.

Summary:

The Deck Supervisor plays a key leadership role in ensuring the safety, quality, and smooth operation of all swim camp activities at Variety Village. This position oversees deck staff, supports swim instructors, and ensures campers have a positive, inclusive aquatic experience. The Deck Supervisor serves as the primary on-deck leader, maintaining high standards of safety, organization, and customer service, while supporting staff and collaborating with camp and aquatics leadership.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

· Oversee all aquatic programming for Jr. Swim Camp and Swim Camp.

· Ensure Head, Jr. Head, and Support Staff responsibilities are being met consistently.

· Monitor and follow up on staff attendance, documentation, notes, and daily reporting.

· Ensure timely and accurate completion of swim report cards.

· Support and oversee parent and caregiver communication related to swim camp programming.

· Supervise all deck activity, including camper arrival, pool entry/exit, and end-of-day transitions.

· Oversee changeroom operations, ensuring safety, supervision, and smooth flow.

· Support staff with camper transitions, group organization, and behaviour management.

· Ensure aquatic activities are delivered in a safe, inclusive, and enjoyable manner.

· Act as the on-deck lead for problem-solving, schedule adjustments, and real-time decision-making.

· Support emergency response procedures and follow all aquatic safety protocols.

· Collaborate closely with Program Coordinators, lifeguards, and camp leadership.

· Maintain strong oversight of ratios, supervision standards, and pool safety expectations.

· Model professionalism, leadership, and inclusive practices at all times.

· Other duties as assigned to support departmental and organizational needs.

Required Qualifications

· Experience in a supervisory role within an aquatics or camp setting.

· Experience working in integrated or adaptive programming environments.

· Strong knowledge of pool operations, including staffing rotations, fouling procedures, and camp scheduling.

· Valid certifications in Standard First Aid with CPR-C, National Lifeguard, and Swim Instructor (required).

· Experience working with individuals with disabilities.

· Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.

· Calm, confident decision-making in dynamic and emergency situations.

· Dependable, professional, and proactive approach to work.

· Willingness to participate in CPI, Plan to Protect, and other required training.

· Commitment to following all organizational policies and procedures.

Contact Information

Interested applicants must complete an Application Form by January 23, 2026. Please note that selected applicants will be required to participate in a multi-step interview process. A criminal check will also be required.

Application Form: https://forms.gle/UEuNPsXrw5H6nroD9

Variety Village is committed to building an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity, values differences, and supports the full participation of all employees. We welcome applications from those who are passionate about contributing to a workplace culture where everyone feels valued and included. We welcome applications from racialized persons/persons of colour, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, 2S & LGBTQIA+ persons, and anyone who can add to the diversity of our team. We offer accommodation to applicants with disabilities throughout our hiring process, upon request.

Vacancy and AI Disclosure:
This position is a current, active vacancy. We are actively recruiting to fill this role.

Variety Village does not use artificial intelligence (AI) in any part of our recruitment or hiring process. All applications, interviews, and notes are reviewed and conducted by our recruitment team.

We thank all applicants in advance and advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

For more information visit www.varietyvillage.ca