Aquatic Campus Recreation Coordinator

The University of New Mexico•Albuquerque, NM

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The University of New Mexico Recreational Services is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Aquatic Campus Recreation Coordinator to support the comprehensive operations of our aquatic complex, which includes the Olympic Pool (with 1m and 3m springboards), Therapy Pool, and a 6-lane 25-yard auxiliary pool. Reporting directly to the Aquatics Manager, this position is responsible for assisting in the safe and efficient operation of all aquatic facilities and providing exceptional service to a diverse user base, including the UNM Women’s Swim and Dive Team, Learn to Swim program, and the general UNM community. The Aquatic Campus Recreation Coordinator will directly supervise lifeguards and Water Safety Instructors, assist in coordinating the learn-to-swim program, and ensure daily facility compliance with NCAA and NMED standards. The schedule for this position will be 12:00pm- 9:00pm with flex weekend hours.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree; at least 1 year of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.
Current American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor (LGI) certification or obtain within 6 months of hire.
Knowledge of NCAA and NMED aquatic safety standards, codes, and regulations.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated supervisory experience in managing aquatic facilities and student employees.
Familiarity with the logistics of hosting NCAA and USA Swimming swim meets.
Experience working in a university or collegiate recreational aquatic environment.
Experience teaching or coordinating a learn-to-swim program.
Experience assisting with facility logistics for NCAA Division 1 athletes or swim meets.
Bachelor’s degree in Recreation Management, Sports Management, or a related field.

Responsibilities

Assist with the daily operations of three aquatic facilities, ensuring a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for all users.
Assist in the monitoring and maintain proper water chemistry, mechanical systems, reporting deficiencies and working collaboratively with the Aquatics Manager and the University’s Facility Maintenance Department.
Enforce compliance with all local, state, and federal aquatic codes and regulations.
Supervise daily custodial operations and cleanliness within the aquatic complex.
Maintain daily facility logs to ensure compliance with NCAA and New Mexico Environmental Department (NMED) Swimming Pool Division standards.
Assist in the recruitment, hiring, orientation, and day-to-day supervision of lifeguards and Water Safety Instructors.
Coordinate, schedule, and manage student staff to ensure seamless coverage for all pool activities and event bookings.
Deliver comprehensive training programs, leading regular in-service training and executing monthly skills assessments.
Coordinate the daily logistics and instructor scheduling for the Recreational Services Learn to Swim program.
Support the UNM Women’s Swim and Dive Team, ensuring pool setups and schedules comply with NCAA rules and regulations.
Monitor and supervise open recreation hours for UNM students, faculty, and staff.
Provide on-deck logistical support and operational coordination for hosting NCAA and USA Swimming swim meets.
Enforce all pool rules and regulations fairly and consistently to ensure patron safety.
Conduct routine safety inspections of equipment (AEDs, backboards, first aid supplies) and maintain accurate logs.
Respond immediately to emergency situations and administer first aid/CPR/AED as needed.
Actively implement and document skills drills for staff on the facility's comprehensive risk management plan and Emergency Action Plans (EAPs).
Assist the Aquatics Manager with tracking expenditure and monitoring the aquatic budget.
Maintain highly accurate records of daily pool operations, chemical logs, staff certifications, and program participation data.
Prepare operational reports, incident reports, and updates for the Aquatics Manager as requested.
Work evenings and some weekends and early mornings with a flexible schedule to ensure administrative coverage during peak operating hours.