Aquatics Assistant Coordinator

University of Oklahoma•Norman, OK

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About The Position

The Aquatics Assistant Coordinator assists with operations of the Murray Case Sells Swim Complex, including working with part-time and student staff, scheduling facility use, and administering aquatic programs for campus and community members. The position supports members in achieving health and fitness goals through instruction, motivation, and safe exercise practices at pool facilities. The role assists with staff hiring, training, and development; aquatic program coordination; customer service; facility scheduling; swim lesson programming; emergency response readiness; and facility cleanliness and maintenance. It also supports payroll, financial processes, budget information, purchasing, pool chemical balancing, and coordination with Facilities Management on pool mechanical operations. The position helps recommend, plan, update, and implement programs, policies, and procedures; delivers American Red Cross program training; and supports emergency action plans and staff training in CPR, AED, First Aid, and emergency response. Other duties may be assigned. A background check is required, and the interview process includes a swimming test that must be passed.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in health, exercise, sport science, or a relevant field; experience or a combination of education and related experience may substitute on a one-to-one basis.
Two years of experience coordinating fitness programs and providing fitness guidance to customers.
Valid driver's license.
Certification as an exercise professional by a nationally recognized organization; one or more certifications may be required based on the assigned area.
Lifeguard Certification.
First Aid/CPR/AED Certification.
Must be willing to lifeguard and provide First Aid, CPR, and AED.
Must be able to perform lifesaving skills, including lifting a person off the bottom of the pool and out of the water (average weight 150 pounds).
Must be able to endure hot, wet, and humid conditions indoors and outdoors.
Must pass a swimming test as part of the interview process.
Must attach all required certifications.

Nice To Haves

American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor certification.
Water Safety Instructor certification.
Aquatic Facility Operator certification.
Certified Pool Operator certification.
Cash handling skills.

Responsibilities

Assist with hiring, training, and developing employees to support safe and efficient operation of aquatic facilities.
Assist with coordinating aquatic programs and providing high-quality customer service, including facility scheduling, swim lesson programming, emergency response readiness, and cleanliness and maintenance of the Murray Case Sells Swim Complex.
Assist with weekly payroll for aquatic employees.
Assist with revenue reporting, daily deposits, invoicing, collections, and payments for supplies.
Respond to member calls, requests, and complaints; follow incident reporting procedures and provide follow-up.
Assist with daily maintenance and cleaning of the aquatic facility.
Prepare maintenance work orders and provide information through the online purchasing system for supplies and equipment.
Assist with pool chemical balancing and with Facilities Management on the mechanical side of pool operations.
Assist with recommendations and oversight of programs, program updates, policies, procedures, planning, and implementation.
Facilitate American Red Cross program training for student staff and the community.
Support development and implementation of emergency action plans and conduct staff training in CPR, AED, First Aid, and emergency response protocols.
Assist with budget information for the Murray Case Sells Swim Complex, including annual facility operations numbers, student staff labor costs, and rentals.
Complete other tasks associated with successful aquatic center operations as assigned.