Coordinator, Aquatics and Safety

University of Maine System • Orono, ME

5d • $45,000 - $48,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The primary purpose of this position is to provide comprehensive and safe open recreational programming in the NBSRC pool and environs. This includes the knowledge and training required to hire, train, supervise, and evaluate the lifeguard staff for Campus Recreation. This position will assess, evaluate, and implement risk management procedures as needed and will create and implement safe and effective group and individual aquatics, safety, and Campus Rec-wide instructional programming.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science, Exercise Physiology, Physical Education, Sports Medicine or a related field.
• Typically 1 or more years’ experience in aquatic management/pool supervision and safety programming/supervision in a collegiate, community, or private environment.
• Demonstrated ability to be dynamic and self-motivated.
• Ability to supervise a large staff and foster continuous process/quality improvement in the staff.
• Must enjoy participating in a collaborative work environment with student learning as the focus.
• Demonstrated student-client centered philosophy and approach.
• Able to interact easily with members of the University community and articulate the role of fitness and wellness in a university setting.
• Outstanding supervision, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work positively and professionally with community and college members.
• Ability to travel regularly within the State of Maine, normally requiring a valid driver's license.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree.
• Certifications: Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor Training, WSI Instructor/Instructor Training, CPR, First Aid, AED Instructor/Trainer, Certified Pool Operator.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive and safe open recreational programming in the NBSRC pool and environs.
• Hire, train, supervise, and evaluate lifeguard staff for Campus Recreation.
• Assess, evaluate, and implement risk management procedures as needed.
• Create and implement safe and effective group and individual aquatics, safety, and Campus Rec-wide instructional programming.

Benefits

• Tuition benefits (employee and dependent)
• Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short and long term disability
• Retirement plan options

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level