Aquatic Program Specialist

The Ohio State University; North Carolina; On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio State University is seeking an Aquatic Program Specialist to lead Learn To Swim operations and manage logistics for a program serving over 500 participants annually. You will recruit, hire, train, certify, and supervise a student staff of 15–25, and oversee program marketing and registration.

Responsibilities include ensuring facilities readiness, coordinating private lessons, maintaining equipment, and providing lifeguard coverage.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• 2 years of relevant experience required.
• Current American Red Cross Lifeguarding and Water Safety Instructor certifications.
• Obtain Lifeguarding Instructor certification within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage Learn To Swim program logistics for 500+ participants.
• Recruit, hire, train, certify, schedule, supervise and evaluate a student staff of 15–25.
• Maintain program equipment and inventory; ensure readiness.
• Coordinate private swimming lessons and facility rentals.
• Provide lifeguard coverage and promote good public relations; ensure cleanliness.
• Prepare reports, payroll, inventory and related documentation.

Skills

Customer service

Leadership

Communication

Supervision

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

American Red Cross Lifeguarding

Water Safety Instructor certification

Tools

Fusion software

Job description

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Job Title:

Aquatic Program Specialist

Department:

Student Life | Recreational Sports Administration

The Aquatic Program Specialist will work independently under guidance of their supervisor in aquatic programming. Applies industry knowledge to create program ideas and manages logistics for the Learn To Swim program which consists of over 500 participants annually; manages program registration process and marketing of swim lessons, recruits, hires, trains, certifies, schedules, supervises, evaluates and retains a student staff of 15-25 students; conducts staff training and directs the evaluation of employee skills to promote and assure a meaningful and appropriate program; maintains and assures the readiness of program equipment; conducts regular student staff meetings; plans for and schedules the staff necessary to conduct programs within the established budget; prepares and audits the student staff payroll, inventory, student staff uniforms, program equipment and processes purchase requisitions to replenish as needed; completes required reports, operational logs, requests, and other paperwork as required and necessary; coordinates private swimming lessons; maintains program roster for Activities and Programs with Minor Participants for the aquatics area; coordinates other aquatic programs (e.g. SCUBA, log rolling, battleship, etc.); coordinates facility rentals for programs; Provides lifeguard coverage of aquatic facilities; establishes, maintains and promotes good public relations; attends scheduled professional staff meetings and provides leadership; promotes a positive professional image and provides exceptional customer service; works to build consensus between program areas and facility/s in which they are occupying; ensures cleanliness of facility and programs; assists as directed in the supervision of special events, competitive events and facility rentals including set-up, execution, tear down and necessary cleaning; some evening and weekend hours required.

Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience. 2 years of relevant experience required. 2-4 years of relevant experience preferred. Current American Red Cross Lifeguarding and Water Safety Instructor certifications. Obtain American Red Cross Lifeguarding Instructor certification within 6 months of hire.

Desired Qualifications:

Experience in aquatic programming; supervisory experience. Masters degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience; American Red Cross certifications, Water Safety Instructor Trainer (WSIT), Lifeguarding Instructor (LGI), and Lifeguarding Instructor Trainer (LGIT); experience working with Fusion software or other program registration software; experience working in a Recreational Sports setting; experience in the administration and organization of Recreational Sports.

Additional Information:

MISSION

The Office of Student Life fosters students’ development, learning, well-being and sense of belonging; empowers students to achieve their academic, personal and professional goals; and prepares students to be engaged in a global society.

CRM: FUNCTION: Student Life, SUB-FUNCTION: Recreational Sports, CAREER BAND: Individual Contributor – Specialized, CAREER LEVEL: Recreational Sports Specialist 2.

Location:

Recreation and Physical Activity Center (0246)

Position Type:

Regular

Scheduled Hours:

40

Shift:

First Shift

_ Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process. _

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.