Join Our Staff

The Katz JCC offers a wide array of employment opportunities including full time and part time opportunities. For those interested in a fast paced, high energy environment in a family friendly atmosphere, employment with the JCC offers the opportunity to grow both personally and professionally.

Throughout the year, the JCC seeks highly motivated individuals for positions in our fitness, membership, early childhood education center and other departments.

Employee Benefits

  • Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits Available for Full & Part Time Staff
  • FREE Fitness Center Membership
  • Discounts on JCC Programs & Services, Early Childhood Education Center Childcare Fees & Camp Tuition
  • Paid Sick & Vacation Time Based on Full & Part Time Status

Interested in Joining the Team?

Complete the employment application below and return it to the Katz JCC via email at employment@jccatlantic.org.  For more information, contact Jamie Cohen at 609.822.1167 Ext. 115.

Contact the JCC today to learn more about the available positions.

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Available Positions

2025 Summer Camp Counselor

We are currently accepting applications for Junior Counselor positions for those who will be entering the 11th or 12th grade this upcoming Fall. For the Head Counselor and Specialist Camp positions, we are accepting applications from college students, certified teachers, and all other adults with degrees or experience in education.

Exciting NEW Bonuses for New & Returning Staff:

  • FREE 12 – Month JCC Individual Adult or Teen/Student Membership
  • 100 BONUS for Returning Staff
  • $250 BONUS for completing the entire Camp Schedule (June 22-August 19)
  • No References Required for Returning Staff

Apply today at campbythesea.org

Fitness Floor Associate

The Fitness Floor Associate is responsible for the implementation and administration of member safety on the wellness floor, instructing members on proper use of the fitness equipment, and keeping all the cardio and fitness equipment clean and safe.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

  • Must have the physical endurance to stand for extended periods of time
  • Be on the fitness floor to talk with and assist members
  • Monitor the cardio, upper deck, stretch area, free weight rooms continually for member service and safety
  • Be alert of new and existing members exercise techniques and be able to talk and assist members as needed
  • Follow the deep cleaning schedule
  • Follow and sign off on daily cleaning schedule
  • Maintaining overall cleanness of machines and equipment
  • Walk through of the Free Weight Room, Cardio Fitness Floor, and basketball courts every 20 minutes
  • Reports to Fitness Director
  • **Signing Bonus**

Welcome Center Associate Substitute (Not a Full Time Position)

The JCC is currently accepting applications to be kept on file for future openings and/or for substitute staff.

This Position is a key part of the JCC organization and community, ensuring program excellence and fostering program growth.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  • Support, greet and assist all visitors creating a warm experience
  • Support process of enrollment such as tours, guest questions and promotions available
  • Demonstrate the ability to effectively communicate with community members and coworkers in person, over email and on the phone
  •  Manage membership accounts and access to activities including the fitness center, pool and events within the JCC.
  • Ensure computer system is updated with current billing and demographic information
  • Help provide a safe atmosphere for members, visitors and staff by utilizing the JCCs system for proper enrollment, check in and facilitation of emergency needs that arise

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Must be flexible and able to work multiple shifts as needed
  • High School diploma or GED certificate
  • Customer service/Retail experience preferred
  • Must be able to work with a computer, software packages and billing setup functions
  • Must be friendly and patient with customers and able to handle multiple phone calls
  • Microsoft Office software knowledge  preferred (Excel, Word)
  • Detail oriented and organized with the ability to multitask

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

  • Greeting members at checking
  • Directing members to proper locations and providing information to members
  • Assist in keeping  a clean and organized space
  • Assist management and membership team in running Membership Sales & Retention Reports
  • Assist with members in
    • Membership inquiries in person and over the phone
    • Enrollment and renewing memberships
  • Responding to termination requests
  • Processing new memberships
  • Processing terminations

Early Childhood Teachers & Assistant Teachers

The JCC is seeking qualified Early Childhood Teachers & Assistants to join our team. Candidates must be warm & friendly, reliable, patient, energetic team players. Must have strong communication skills, and love working with children.  We offer a warm and friendly working environment with a lot of perks, including membership and benefits full time employees.

We offer child centered, family-oriented programs for children 6 weeks to 5 years old. Educated and trained professionals bring deep commitment and a love of children to our classrooms. We foster a child’s natural instincts and curiosity by providing a nurturing, comfortable, joyful, and developmentally appropriate environment. We also support the whole family, through programs and activities designed to build community and engagement for parents and caregivers.

Lifeguard

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

  • Maintain the safety of patrons in and around the pool.
  • Provides emergency care and treatment as required until the arrival of emergency medical services
  • Represent the JCC of Atlantic County by maintaining a professional attitude.
  • Communicate and enforce all JCC regulations and pool rules in a personable and professional manner.
  • Communicate any potentially dangerous elements of the facility to the Aquatics Director.
  • Attend ALL scheduled staff meetings.
  • Participate in and help facilitate staff training.
  • If unable to work, find a substitute and email the Aquatics Director with sub date and sub.
  • Perform patron surveillance with a rescue tube from the guard stand. Remain alert and use all senses while guarding. BE RESCUE READY
  • Work as a team with other lifeguards during pool operation hours.
  • Tests the water record results, and report imbalances to supervisor.
  • Performs various maintenance duties as directed to maintain a clean and safe facility.
  • Set up pool for various activities such as lap swim, open swim, aqua classes, lessons, etc.
  • Respond to an emergency and activate EAP.
  • Handle all incidents in a manner appropriate to your training. (Never give anyone medication. Recommend that all injured patrons seek professional medical attention. Complete all injury reports in black or blue ink immediately and give to Aquatics Director)
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

  • Must be CPR Certified; Current certification as Lifeguard by a recognized source of training.
  • Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
  • Skills in the application of lifeguarding surveillance and rescue techniques.
  • Ability to pass a pre-employment physical skill evaluation – 300 yard continuous swim and tread water for 2 minutes with hands under armpits.

The Jewish Community Center of Atlantic County is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate because of race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), national origin, age, disability or genetic information.