Aquatic Programs Coordinator

University of Toronto; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious Canadian university in Mississauga is seeking an Aquatic Programs Coordinator to manage aquatic programs for students and the community. This role involves developing, delivering, and evaluating various aquatic activities, engaging with a diverse population. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's Degree, relevant certifications, and at least two years of experience in aquatic programming. Strong skills in leadership, problem-solving, and customer service are essential. Remuneration is competitive, and the position requires working Tuesday to Saturday.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years experience leading or developing aquatic programming for diverse populations.
• Strong understanding of aquatic regulations and best practices.
• Aquatic Supervisor Training and experience in supervision.
• National Lifeguard Certification and Lifesaving Instructor Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Conceptualizing and executing program activities.
• Determining logistical details for events and programming.
• Tracking pool usage data and promoting events.
• Coordinating training and scheduling for casual staff.

Skills

Leadership in aquatic programming

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving skills

Customer service skills

Knowledge of equity and diversity principles

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience

Tools

MS Outlook

MS Word

MS Excel

Job description

About U of T Mississauga

UofT Mississauga—the second largest campus of Canada’s top-ranked university and the only research university in Ontario’s booming Peel Region—is one of the world’s great catalysts of human‑potential.

Our employee community hums with the energy of 3,400 faculty, librarians and staff, who power our campus with curiosity, connection and care. We work together to spark life‑changing research and innovation, make an indelible mark on the world by building equitable cities and societies, enable healthy lives, create a sustainable future and ignite entrepreneurship. Above all, we prioritize student success, and seek to give our 16,500 students the lift of a lifetime through learning and discovery. We love to open opportunities available nowhere else for our community to achieve their ambitions and make their unique contributions to Canada and the world.

This work all comes together on a spectacularly green campus, alongside the Missinihe‑ziibi (Trusting Creek or Credit River), where we seek to honour truth, reciprocity and reconciliation on the traditional land of the Huron‑Wendat, Seneca and the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation. We’re thrilled to welcome those who want to learn more about us and to be part of what we do.

About the position

Reporting to the Supervisor, Aquatic Programs, the Aquatic Programs Coordinator supports the development, safe delivery and evaluation of aquatic programs for students and community members. Aquatic programs and events include recreational swims, instruction programs, coached swims, aquatic fitness and sport programs and various special events. The incumbent will work to engage our diverse student population with a strong understanding of the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion as it relates to aquatic programs and recreation facilities. The Aquatic Programs Coordinator supports the hiring, training, scheduling and overseeing the work of casual aquatics staff (lifeguards, pool deck supervisors, swim instructors). The incumbent is responsible for maintaining excellent communication with students, members, staff and providing exceptional customer services.

The required days of work for this position are Tuesday‑Saturday. Hours of work are Tuesday‑Friday 12:45‑9:00 p.m. and Saturday 9:15 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Your responsibilities will include

• Conceptualizing, organising and executing program activities
• Determining logistical details and activities for events and/or programming
• Implementing plans and process improvements for program and service activities
• Tracking pool usage data
• Promoting departmental events and programmes to students
• Keeping well‑informed on innovations in sport and recreational facilities
• Coordinating the recruitment process and training of casual staff
• Coordinating staff schedule to ensure proper coverage

Essential Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or acceptable combination of equivalent experience
• Minimum two years experience leading or developing aquatic programming for diverse populations
• Strong understanding of aquatic regulations, legislations and best practices
• Aquatic Supervisor Training and experience in supervision and training of staff in aquatics
• National Lifeguard Certification
• Lifesaving Society Swim and Lifesaving Instructor Certification
• Standard First Aid/CPE and AED certification
• Demonstrated conflict‑resolution and problem‑solving skills, with strong interpersonal, oral, written and customer‑service skills
• Strong understanding of the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion as it relates to aquatic programmes and recreation facilities
• Strong computer skills including MS Outlook, Word and Excel

Assets (Nonessential)

• Standard First Aid Instructor and/or Examiner Certification
• Swim & Lifesaving Instructor Trainer
• National Lifeguard Instructor and/or Examiner Certification
• Aquafit Instructor certification or experience
• Certified Pool Operator
• Experience with a recreation registration or other registration software (e.g., Fusion)
• Bronze Examiner Certification

To be successful in this role you will be

• Accountable
• Communicative
• Organised
• Problem‑solver
• Team player
• Thoughtful

Closing Date: 12/22/2025, 11:59 PM ET

Lived Experience Statement

Candidates who are members of Indigenous, Black, racialised and 2SLGBTQ+ communities, persons with disabilities and other equity‑deserving groups are encouraged to apply, and their lived experience shall be taken into consideration as applicable to the posted position.