Assistant Director of Aquatics and Safety

Position Overview

The primary role of this position is to oversee and manage all aquatic programming, staff supervision, maintenance, and safety protocols for the Aquatics Center. This role includes ensuring compliance with university policies, local and state regulations, and national aquatic safety standards. This individual plays a key role in fostering a safe, inclusive, and engaging environment that meets the needs of students, faculty, staff, and community members.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, train, and supervise a team of lifeguards, swim instructors, and other aquatic staff, fostering a positive and supportive work environment.
• Oversee daily operations of aquatic center, including pool, chemical systems, and safety equipment.
• Oversee the training, certification, and performance of all lifeguards, instructors, and student staff, ensuring they are equipped to handle emergencies effectively.
• Coordinate with facilities management and vendors for regular maintenance, repairs, and inspections to ensure optimal facility functionality and compliance with safety standards.
• Develop and manage the aquatics program budget, ensuring efficient use of resources and adherence to financial guidelines.
• Maintain accurate records of certifications, incident reports, inspections, and maintenance logs.
• Conduct regular performance evaluations and safety audits, providing feedback and development opportunities to promote growth and retention.
• Oversee the management of the Connect2 software for documentation of all incidents and accidents within departmental programs, operations, and facilities for university compliance, data analysis, and assessment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Recreation Management, Sports Administration, Exercise Science, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years experience in aquatics management, including staff supervision and program administration.
• Current certifications in lifeguarding and CPR-PR/AED/FA
• Lifeguard Instructor Trainer certification or ability to obtain within 180 days of employment.
• Strong knowledge of safety standards and regulations related to aquatics facilities and programs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in sports management, physical education, higher education or related field.
• Certified Pool Operator, Aquatic Facility Operator, WSI, LGI
• Three or more years of experience in an aquatics management role.
• Proven record of program development, safety training, and risk management in an aquatic environment.

BU Benefits and Perks

Please check out Butler’s Total Rewards website to learn more about our benefit offerings, which include:

• Paid Time Off and Holidays :
  • 20 days of paid time off (vacation and PTO days) per Fiscal year
  • 8 Paid Holidays
    • In addition, a paid Winter Break between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day
  • Paid Parental Leave (after 1 year of full-time employment)
• Health :
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans including disability and life insurance programs
• Retirement :
  • 10% employer contribution after 1 year of full-time employment
• Tuition Assistance :
  • Tuition Exchange Program for Dependents
  • Remission of tuition for classes taken at Butler for employees, spouses, and dependent children.
    • Eligibility after 9 months of full-time employment
    • Employees & spouses- undergraduate/graduate degrees
    • Dependents (under age 26)- undergraduate degree
    • Covers tuition only
• Butler Facilities Access, Discounts and Perks :
  • Access to Butler’s on-site fitness facility and libraries for full-time staff and faculty
  • LinkedIn Learning Courses
  • Free premium subscription to the Calm App
  • Free subscription to the WSJ, The Economist, and NYT
  • Discount at the College Bookstore
  • Discount on select Athletic and Arts/Events Center Performances

About Us

Butler University is a private, nationally recognized comprehensive university encompassing seven colleges: Arts, Business, Communication, Education, Liberal Arts & Sciences, Pharmacy & Health Sciences and Founder's College. Approximately 4,500 undergraduate and 1,000 graduate and doctoral students are enrolled at Butler, representing 46 states and 24 countries.

Join us at the crossroads of tradition & transformation. A career at Butler University means so much more than a job. Join the dedicated, innovative, and supportive community of faculty and staff that is moving Butler Beyond.

Butler University is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable environment for all employees. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of age, gender, gender identity, sex, race, religion, color, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, national origin, or any other legally protected category.