Aquatics Programs & Lifeguard Lead

Liberty University, Inc.; Lynchburg (VA); On-site; USD 52,349,000 - 60,614,000; Full time

Job summary

Liberty University in Lynchburg, VA seeks a Campus Rec Coordinator to oversee aquatic operations, staff supervision, and programming within Campus Recreation. The role includes leading student managers, ensuring safety, and maintaining compliance with university policies.

You will supervise a lifeguard team, conduct trainings, monitor facilities, and report program statistics while coordinating with vendors and university leadership to deliver effective aquatic services across campus.

Qualifications

• Four-year college degree from an accredited university.
• 1-2 years’ experience working in an aquatic setting.
• Current CPR/AED/First Aid certifications.
• Current Lifeguard Certification.
• Certified Pool Operator.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills, problem solving ability, and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Oversee lifeguard team, including hiring, training, scheduling, and evaluation.
• Lead regular in-service trainings for lifeguards.
• Manage day to day operations of aquatic facilities and safety procedures.
• Assist in development and implementation of aquatic programming.
• Maintain risk management procedures and compliance with university policies.
• Document and report incidents, injuries, and program statistics.
• Make purchases and recommendations for departmental assets.
• Occasionally oversee events or operations during evenings, nights or weekends.
• Stay current on industry standards and performance benchmarks.

Skills

Lifeguard supervision

Lifeguard training

Facility operations

Program development

Risk management

Documentation & reporting

Vendor communication

Education

Four-year college degree from an accredited university

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Job description

Liberty University in Lynchburg, VA seeks a Campus Rec Coordinator to oversee aquatic operations, staff supervision, and programming within Campus Recreation. The role includes leading student managers, ensuring safety, and maintaining compliance with university policies.

You will supervise a lifeguard team, conduct trainings, monitor facilities, and report program statistics while coordinating with vendors and university leadership to deliver effective aquatic services across campus.