Aquatics and Safety Coordinator

Associated Students, Inc., California State University Fullerton; Fullerton (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Associated Students Inc., CSUF invites applications for the Aquatics and Safety Coordinator. This exempt, full-time role supervises Titan Recreation’s aquatic operations, oversees learn-to-swim and Red Cross programs, and leads risk management and staff training.

You will manage budgets, safety compliance, and program development in a dynamic campus environment. The coordinator will train lifeguards, coordinate safety drills, and collaborate with campus departments to grow aquatic offerings and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in related field or experience.
• Minimum of 1 year related aquatics experience.
• ARC Lifeguard Certification, LGI, and WSI certifications.
• Ability to lead and train aquatics staff and manage programs.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage daily operations of the Student Recreation Center pool.
• Develop, manage, implement and assess diverse aquatic programming and events.
• Collaborate with Operations Coordinator for facility reservations based on needs.
• Oversee Red Cross CPR/AED/First Aid training for ASC staff.
• Oversee aquatics staff recruitment, hiring, training, scheduling, and evaluations.
• Conduct regular in-service training for aquatics staff.
• Lead SRC Safety Training Days (2 per academic year).
• Administer SRC Safety Checks and drills (Yellow/Orange/Red).
• Maintain risk management knowledge and program compliance.
• Prepare annual budgets and revenue/expense plans for aquatics.
• Develop marketing with campus groups for programs and events.
• Collect and analyze data; prepare annual aquatics report.
• Foster cross-department collaboration and team communication.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology, Recreation, or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience

One year of related experience

American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification

American Red Cross Lifeguarding Instructor (LGI) Certification

American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor (WSI) Certification

Job description

800 N State College Blvd, Fullerton, CA 92831, USA

Job Description

Posted Thursday, August 27, 2026 at 10:00 AM

Associated Students Inc., CSUF provides student development opportunities through leadership, volunteer, and employment experiences. In addition, the Associated Students provides campus community members with important social, cultural, and recreational opportunities, as well as, a wide range of programs and services.

Job Title: Aquatics and Safety Coordinator

Supervisory Position

Yes

FLSA Classification:

Exempt

Position Classification:

Staff

Time Base:

Full-time

Job Summary:

Under the general direction of the Director, Student Recreation Center. The Aquatics and Safety Coordinator is responsible for independently supervising and managing the daily operations of the Titan Recreation, Aquatics program. This includes supervision and training for student staff, aquatic programming, learn-to-swim programming, preventative maintenance, and risk management procedures pertaining to aquatic facilities. In addition, this position oversees the Red Cross training program for Associated Students Inc.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for independently managing the daily operations of the Student Recreation Center pool.
• Responsible for the development, management, implementation and assessment of diverse aquatic programming and special events to be inclusive of annual goals, objectives, vision and mission of Titan Recreation and ASI.
• Collaborate with the Operations Coordinator for facility reservations based on programmatic needs.
• Responsible for the oversight and execution of the Red Cross CPR/AED/First Aid training for all Associated Students Inc. staff.
• Responsible for the daily management of all aquatics staff members including but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, training, scheduling, supervising and evaluations.
• Responsible for conducting a comprehensive regular in-service training program for all aquatics staff.
• Responsible to leverage independent judgment and discretion in evaluating, updating, and revising all aquatics manuals, handbooks, waivers, forms, team member personnel files (performance appraisals, performance coaching memos, and certification logs) and policies and procedures.
• Responsible for leading the planning and execution of SRC Safety Training Days (2 days per academic year).
• Responsible for the administration of SRC Safety Checks for all employees including monthly safety checks, simulated response assessments and random assessments (Yellow, Orange, Red Drills).
• Maintain a full knowledge of current risk management standards, policies and practices in aquatic operations and programming. Ensure that all risk management and liability expectations are met and documented.
• Ensure the department and facility is in compliance with all safety/risk management requirements.
• Maintain safety records on proper operation and maintenance of aquatic facilities to meet or exceed city/county/state health regulations, national standards or accepted practices in the operation of aquatic facilities.
• Prepares annual income and expense budgets as well as capital budget recommendations for aquatics department and Red Cross classes.
• Develops recommendations for revenue growth.
• Collaborates with marketing staff to identify and develop marketing strategies and promotional efforts to educate the campus community about aquatics programming and special events.
• Collect, monitor, and analyze data to make recommendations and identify trends for the Director of Titan Recreation.
• Prepare an annual report for the aquatics department, including but not limited to statistical data, assessment, challenges and recommendations
• As a member of the Titan Recreation team, meet regularly with other personnel to establish and ensure effective on-going communication and coordination.
• Provide support to the entire Titan Recreation team in the development and implementation of special programs, events and/or projects.
• Creates a welcoming environment that promotes well-being, diversity, civility, safety, quality and excellence.
• Builds effective relationships with various departments across campus.
• Participates on various committees.
• Performs other duties as assigned in relation to the organizational vision, mission, and values.

Supervisory Duties:

Directly Supervises:

18-20 part time student employees that are certified lifeguards, student leads, and/or Red Cross instructors.

This role has the authority to perform or effectively recommend the following functions for the employees listed above.

• Make decisions on hiring, terminating, or effectively recommend such actions.
• Assigning work, designating tasks, or giving significant duties to employees using independent judgment and discretion.
• Reward or discipline employees, including issuing written warnings, or making recommendations for promotions or disciplinary action.
• Direct employees by deciding which employees will perform a task and the order in which tasks are completed using independent judgment and discretion and often considering the individual employee’s skills and aptitudes.
• Adjust employee grievances.
• Authority to transfer, suspend, lay off, or recall employees, which includes managing time off requests and leaves of absence.

This role is held accountable for the performance of the employees they supervise and if employees under the coordinator’s supervision have performance failures, that may lead to a negative impact on the coordinator’s employment with ASI.

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology, Recreation, or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience

Experience:

One year of related experience

American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification

American Red Cross Lifeguarding Instructor (LGI) Certification

American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor (WSI) Certification

Knowledge and Abilities:

Demonstrated ability to organize, manage, and evaluate aquatics programs.

Ability to independently interpret and apply a wide variety of policies and procedures.

Ability to plan, organize, supervise, and direct the operations of aquatics programs.

Ability to prepare and manage budgets as well as financial reports.

Must possess strong interpersonal skills.

Ability to establish and maintain effective, cooperative, and harmonious relationships within a multi-cultural campus environment.

Physical Requirements:

• Frequently required to sit, talk, listen, and walk; manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination; corrected hearing and vision to normal range; clear verbal communication.
• Ability to perform the essential job functions safely and successfully in accordance with the essential functions of the position and all applicable federal, state, and local law s, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance in accordance with the essential functions of the position and all applicable federal, state, and local laws.
• Ability to perform the physical duties of the position, including bending, squatting, reaching, and remaining on one’s feet for up to four hours, as needed.
• Ability to safely lift, carry, push, or pull equipment and supplies weighing up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Frequently stand/walk, sit, perform desk-based computer tasks, use a telephone, and grasp lightly/fine manipulation.

Special Requirements:

• Current American Red Cross Lifeguarding and Lifeguarding Instructor (LGI) and Water Safety Instructor (WSI) certification .
• Must have or obtain within six months of hire:
  • American Red Cross Title 22 Certification
  • American Red Cross CPR/First Aid Instructor Certification Bridge
  • Certified Pool Operator (CPO) or Aquatic Facility Operator (AFO)
• Must be able to pass a urine drug test.
• Upon hire an employment history and criminal background investigation must be completed.
• Subject to DMV Pull program requiring valid driver’s license, current auto insurance be always on file and must meet CSURMA driving standards. May be required to drive occasionally as needed. May be required to use personal phone for business related activities.
• Required to be a Mandatory Reporter and sign ASI Mandatory Reporter Form.

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800 N State College Blvd, Fullerton, CA 92831, USA