Aquatics Coordinator - On Call

Schoolcraft College; Livonia (MI); On-site; USD 33,000 - 38,000; Part time

Job summary

Schoolcraft College is seeking an Aquatics Coordinator – On Call to oversee a busy community pool, including classes, rentals, lap swim and private lessons. The role emphasizes pool equipment and maintenance, with up to 29 hours weekly and evenings/weekends required.

The position offers pay at $22 per hour, and requires current lifeguard certification and experience in a busy pool setting. Scheduling is allocated across three staff, with some seasonal variations.

Qualifications

• Must have current lifeguard certification (Red Cross preferred).
• Must have experience working in a busy pool setting.

Responsibilities

• Monitors the professionalism of lifeguards and instructors.
• Addresses student concerns as needed or directs them to PPL staff.
• Assists with recruiting and scheduling lifeguards as a backup.
• Recommends equipment orders and submits maintenance work orders for pool repairs.
• Works with facilities to submit work orders and to develop a plan for future maintenance needs.
• Inventories and organizes equipment.
• Maintains class certificates and updates as needed.
• Fills in and updates one pool chart and web schedule.
• Assists in the first two (2) weeks of class to address student needs.
• Acts as a substitute lifeguard or instructor when needed.
• Assists with training new lifeguards and instructors.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Lifeguard certification

Experience in busy pool

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

A current resume and copy of certification will be required and at the end of the application process. Failure to upload required documents will result in an incomplete application.

Position Information

Job Title

Job Title Aquatics Coordinator - On Call

Job Summary

This role includes oversight at a busy community pool of a wide range of aquatic programs and services, including classes for community members, credit students, rental opportunities, lap swim, and private swim lessons. This position requires a strong focus on managing pool equipment and maintenance.
This is a part-time position with teaching and coordination hours totaling up to 29 hours per week. The pool operates for over 70 hours per week, and this role is one (1) of three (3) that oversees pool supervision. Supervision hours will be shared among the staff, with some evenings and weekends required.
Please note that classes are offered in the Fall, Winter, and Spring/Summer, with pool shutdown periods in between. During these shutdown periods, staff may be asked to assist with planning and scheduling, though a full 29 hours will not be required during these periods. Hours will be preset each semester.

Job Duties

Some of the job duties for the on-call Aquatics Coordinator include the following:

• Monitors the professionalism of lifeguards and instructors.
• Addresses student concerns as needed or directs them to PPL staff.
• Assists with recruiting and scheduling lifeguards as a backup.
• Recommends equipment orders and submits maintenance work orders for pool repairs.
• Works with facilities to submit work orders and to develop a plan for future maintenance needs.
• Inventories and organizes equipment.
• Maintains class certificates and updates as needed.
• Fills in and updates one pool chart and web schedule.
• Assists in the first two (2) weeks of class to address student needs.
• Acts as a substitute lifeguard or instructor when needed.
• Assists with training new lifeguards and instructors.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Must have current lifeguard certification (Red Cross preferred).
• Must have experience working in a busy pool setting.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior supervisory experience.
• LGI Certification, or willingness to obtain within first year of employment.

Physical Requirements

Salary $22 / hour

Work Hours

Work Hours Variable, up to 29 hours/week

Posting Number

Posting Number ACO262P

Open Date

Open Date 09/08/2026

Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

A current resume and copy of certification will be required and at the end of the application process. Failure to upload required documents will result in an incomplete application.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you possess a current Lifeguard Instructor Certification?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have experience working in a busy pool setting?
  • Yes
  • No