Aquatics & Programs Lead: Safety, Lessons & Events

NKU Beta Gamma Sigma; Highland Heights (KY); On-site; USD 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

NKU Beta Gamma Sigma is seeking an Aquatics & Programs Coordinator to oversee aquatic facility operations at the Highland Heights campus. The role includes lifeguard supervision, programming support, and maintaining a safe, clean environment for students and community users.

Responsibilities include staffing lifeguards, coordinating swim lessons and Red Cross courses, overseeing scheduling, and managing small budgets and inventory.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Recreation, Sports Management, or related field.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in aquatics or recreational facilities.
• At least 1 year of experience supervising staff.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day aquatic facility operations, including opening/closing procedures and safety oversight.
• Ensure pool and deck areas are clean, safe, and meet health standards.
• Report maintenance concerns and track basic work orders.
• Assist with facility scheduling and activity set-up for classes, rentals, and events.
• Monitor participation and usage as requested.
• Hire, train, schedule, and supervise lifeguards and student staff.
• Maintain staff certifications and assist with in-service trainings.
• Provide on-deck supervision to ensure safety and customer service standards.
• Coordinate group and private swim lessons.
• Support delivery of American Red Cross certification courses (Lifeguard, CPR/AED, First Aid).
• Assist with scheduling and staffing of instructional programs.
• Assist with aquatic rentals and special events, including on-site support as needed.
• Provide a high level of customer service to students, staff, and community users.
• Assist with payroll review and basic budget tracking.
• Support purchasing and equipment inventory for aquatics.
• Maintain program and certification records.

Skills

Strong communication

Customer service

Staff supervision

Organization

Safety knowledge

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Recreation, Sports Management, or related field

Job description

NKU Beta Gamma Sigma is seeking an Aquatics & Programs Coordinator to oversee aquatic facility operations at the Highland Heights campus. The role includes lifeguard supervision, programming support, and maintaining a safe, clean environment for students and community users.

Responsibilities include staffing lifeguards, coordinating swim lessons and Red Cross courses, overseeing scheduling, and managing small budgets and inventory.