Georgia State University · 2 weeks ago
Aquatics, Safety & Student Development Coordinator
Atlanta Metro
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$45K/yr - $48K/yr
3+ years expGeorgia State University is experiencing exciting growth in its Department of Recreational Services and is seeking an Aquatics, Safety and Student Development Coordinator. The role involves managing the operations and programs of the Aquatic Center, overseeing safety and risk management, and leading a team of student staff to enhance the recreational experience.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Provide supervision to Atlanta campus facility
Management of the operations and programs for the Aquatic Center located at the Student Recreation Center
Oversee the operation and general cleanliness of indoor pools and pool patio
Serves as needed for any Certified Pool Operator duties
Assists the Certified Pool Operator with maintaining balanced water chemistry
Assess risk management issues involving patrons, staff, and program participants
Serves the chair of the department Risk Management Committee
Support the department through safety and risk management education and training
Develops and implements policies and procedures for aquatic programs and operations
Maintains and updates website and department registration information regarding aquatics
Supervise, mentor, evaluate and effectively lead 1 Graduate Assistant and 25+ student lifeguard assistants
Recruit, hire, train, and schedule student staff in the positions of lifeguards, swim instructors and safety class instructors
Manage regular in-service safety training, mock emergencies, and semester audits
Provide leadership and guidance to aquatics staff
Serves the chair of the department Student Staff Development committee
Supports and implements the department wide initiatives, programs and planning for student staff development
Develop, coordinate, and teach all group adult learn to swim classes
Develop, coordinate, and teach CPR/AED/ Epinephrine (safety) certification classes for patrons offered through our programming and for departmental professional staff and student staff
Manage equipment inventory, purchasing for aquatics and safety area
Work with the Assistant Director, Recreation in developing, and managing Aquatics program budget to include payroll approval, equipment, and supplies
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Recreation, Physical Education, Sports Administration or related field
Three years of related experience or a combination of training and experience
Must have CPR and First Aid Certifications
Hands-on knowledge of pool equipment and operations
Experience with safety and risk management
Event planning experience
Aquatic programming experience
Budget management experience
Effective oral and written communication skills
Supervise, mentor, evaluate and effectively lead 1 Graduate Assistant and 25+ student lifeguard assistants
Recruit, hire, train, and schedule student staff in the positions of lifeguards, swim instructors and safety class instructors
Manage regular in-service safety training, mock emergencies, and semester audits
Provide leadership and guidance to aquatics staff
Develop, coordinate, and teach all group adult learn to swim classes
Develop, coordinate, and teach CPR/AED/ Epinephrine (safety) certification classes for patrons
Manage equipment inventory, purchasing for aquatics and safety area
Work with the Assistant Director, Recreation in developing, and managing Aquatics program budget to include payroll approval, equipment, and supplies
Preferred
Master's degree in Recreation, Sports Administration or related field
4 years of aquatic management experience with an emphasis on campus recreation programming and administration
Certifications as a Lifeguard Instructor Trainer, Water Safety Instructor Trainer, CPR/First Aid/AED Instructor trainer, and certified pool operator certification
Evidence of student staff supervision including hiring, training, supervising, payroll and evaluation
Benefits
Generous benefits, including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, etc.
Professional development opportunity and mentorship
Company
Georgia State University
Georgia State is an urban public research university and national model for student success in Atlanta, the cultural and economic center of the Southeast.
5001-10000 employees
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