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The University of Toledo · 2 months ago

Program Coordinator/Challenge Adventure - 499472

Toledo, OH

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

2+ years exp

The University of Toledo is seeking a Program Coordinator for their Challenge Adventure program. This role involves managing all functions related to lifeguard instruction, hiring and training staff, conducting risk assessments, and overseeing aquatic and challenge area programming.

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H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Responsible for managing all functions and development of Lifeguard Instructor program

Responsible for hiring, training, mentoring, evaluating, disciplining, and supervising all Lifeguards, water safety instructors, American Red Cross Instructors

Responsible for providing risk assessments for Aquatic Center

Manage all formal and informal aquatic and safety related programming as it relates to participation, revenue, and staffing

Manage safety trainings, mock emergencies, and semester audits on behalf of the department

Responsible for aquatic special event programs

Assist with the creation, develop of policies and procedures, for the climb wall, high ropes course, and team building

Hire, train, schedule, mentor, supervise, evaluate, and discipline all challenge student employees

Coordinate all planning and oversight of challenge area programs and events

Responsible for maintenance of challenge equipment

Responsible for leading the safety auditing process of all departmental student employees, conducting safety training of the departments professional staff

Serve as chair of the Safety committee for the Department

Other duties as assigned

Qualification

Aquatic ManagementLifeguard Instructor CertificationSafety TrainingOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsOutdoor ExperiencePool Equipment KnowledgeTeam Building

Required

Bachelor degree in Recreation Administration, Physical Education, Sports Administration or Related Field

Minimum of two to five (2-5) years' experience in Aquatic/Pool Management, or Relevant Experience

Outdoor/Challenge related experience and knowledge

Demonstrated knowledge of Pool equipment and operations

Excellent organizational and analytical skills

Excellent oral and written communication skills

American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor and/or WSI Certification

Preferred

Master degree in Recreation Administration, Physical Education, Sports Administration or Related Field

American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor Trainer and/or Water Safety Instructor Trainer Certification

Certified Pool Operator

Company

The University of Toledo

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The University of Toledo is a regional force powering opportunities to learn, care, play and work.

Founded in 1872

Toledo, Ohio, USA

5001-10000 employees

https://utmc.utoledo.edu/

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