Aquatics & Facility Coordinator

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Position Information



Working Title Aquatics & Facility Coordinator Department Campus Recreation Compensation Title Aquatics & Facility Coordinator Position Number 30000367 Position Status Regular Work Schedule
Full time flexible Hours per Week 37.5 Months per Year 12 Commitment to Inclusive Excellence

Northern Kentucky University is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access/Affirmative Action institution. We embrace inclusiveness, equity, and global awareness in all dimensions of our work and seek excellence through diversity among our students, administrators, faculty, and staff. Application by members of diverse groups is encouraged.

Purpose of Position
Reporting to the Associate Director for Facilities, the Aquatics and Facility Coordinator’s primary responsibilities include:

1) Management of daily operations of the Campus Recreation Aquatics Center;

2) Developing and directing Aquatic programming including Learn to Swim and Lifeguarding/Water Safety Instructor programs;

3) Supervision and development of 30 student employees working in Aquatics area;

4) Managing Campus Recreation Center facility rentals and aiding in the overall operation of the facility;

5) Developing and managing Aquatic Budget. Primary Responsibilities
Aquatics Management
• Plan and supervise safe management of aquatic facility daily operations. Operate aquatic facility to meet all applicable state and local health standards. Obtain necessary facility inspections and certificates
• Establish, coordinate, and implement appropriate risk management plans for Campus Recreation facilities and programs
• Coordinate maintenance and repairs with Operations and Maintenance. Submit and track work orders to completion
• Monitor and record daily pool participation statistics for open rec swim, rentals, and special events
• Review, recommend, and implement policies and procedures related to the aquatics facility, programs, and staff
• Establish and publish an operating schedule that maximizes the efficient use of the facility and reflects established usage priorities. Work cooperatively with representatives from Campus Recreation, Kinesiology, University departments, student organizations, swim and dive teams, and community groups to schedule, staff, and supervise activities in the Campus Recreation Aquatics Center
• Responsible for ensuring daily pool cleaning and deck cleaning protocols are completed
• Collaborate with the Associate Director of Facilities to coordinate the scheduling and supervision of the aquatic facility by campus and community groups

Aquatic Programming
• Develop, coordinate, implement, and evaluate group and private swim lesson program
• Recruit, hire, train, and evaluate Learn to Swim Instructors
• Maintain a year-round private swim lesson program
• Develop and maintain a schedule of group swim lessons offered throughout the year.
• Plan, schedule, and implement American Red Cross Lifeguard, CPR / AED, First Aid, and Water Safety Instructor classes.
• Direct First Aid and CPR training program for all Campus Recreation staff members. Develop and implement annual CPR class schedules. Train, supervise, and schedule instructors.

Personnel Administration
• Recruit, hire, train, schedule, and evaluate aquatic facility staff. Conduct staff training and water safety skills testing
• Plan, schedule, and carry out aquatics staff in-service training in accordance with industry standards
• Schedule appropriate staffing levels for open rec swim, facility rentals, academic classes, and special events
• Maintain records of certifications and ensure all employees have current safety certifications

Facility Management
• Assist in managing facility rental and reservation requests for on and off campus groups. Coordinate rental information, set up needs, and space allocations based on established usage priorities
• Collect tax-exempt and insurance documentation from reservation groups where applicable. Develop and send rental contracts and invoices in coordination with Campus Recreation Membership Services staff.
• Serve on departmental Risk Management Committee
• Coordinate set-up, access, and operation of special events. Provide onsite supervision for special events as needed.
• Assist with all work orders for the Campus Recreation Center
• Assist with ensuring a high level of customer service for all groups and individuals utilizing the Campus Recreation Center
• Assist with monitoring maintenance and custodial services to ensure the facility is kept clean and work orders are completed

Fiscal Management
• Develop and manage Aquatic staff and operation budget of over $100,000 in accordance with university and departmental policies
• Accurately forecast, track, and record Aquatic expenditures
• Monitor and execute bi-weekly payroll information and operating expenses
• Properly and responsibly manage university purchasing card for programmatic and departmental purchases
• Develop and implement schedule for replacement of aquatics equipment
• Cultivate opportunities to expand departmental revenue Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Recreation, Sports Management, Student Personnel or related degree required.

Required Qualifications:
• American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor ( WSI )
• American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor ( LGI )

Preferred Qualifications:
• American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor Trainer ( WSIT )
• American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor Trainer ( LGIT )
• Certified Pool Operator ( CPO )
• Aquatic Facility Operation certification ( AFO )

Experience with managing the following:
- Learn to Swim program
- Lifeguard training program
- Managing swim/dive meets

Minimum 2 years experience in managing university or community aquatic facilities
Minimum 1 year experience supervising employees

Any candidate who is offered this position will be required to go through a pre-employment criminal background check as mandated by state law.

Application review will begin immediately. Minimum Education Bachelor's Degree Preferred Education Master's Degree Minimum Experience 2 years Salary Pay Grade S67

Posting Detail Information



Requisition Number 2022S1555 Job Open Date 02/10/2022 Job Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Quick Link https://jobs.nku.edu/postings/11463 Is this an internal only posting? Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * What is the highest level of education attained?
   
   (Open Ended Question)
   
   
2. * Do you have 2 years of experience managing a collegiate recreation or community aquatic facility?
   • Yes
   • No

Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter/Letter of Application
3. References

Optional Documents

1. Other