Aquatics Program Manager II

Aquatics Program Manager II -(STA015015)Aquatics Program Manager II

Organization

H0225 Campus Recreation

Description

Manages the day-to-day operations of a large university program or department, including the supervision of staff employees, student workers, programs or processes.

• Plans and develops procedures for administering a large or complex department or program.
• Manages fiscal activities, including procurement and budget analysis.
• Provides guidance to subordinate staff and evaluates performance.
• Prepares abstracts, research reports, funding proposals, operations and procedure manuals, and other written material and documentation.
• Creates and reviews reports of expenditures and activities.
• May administer grants and grant-related related communications, scholarships and other operations.
• Develops, implements and maintains appropriate policies and procedures.
• May serve as property custodian for the department.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

JOB DESCRIPTION : This position directs the lifeguard and head guard staff including recruitment, hiring, supervising, training, scheduling, and evaluating part-time lifeguards and head guards.

This position also develops and executes aquatic programs for the UH community.Evening and weekend hours required. Responsibilities will include but are not limited to :

Directs the recruitment, training, supervision, evaluation, and scheduling of 80-100 part-time lifeguards, and head guards.

Ensures all part time staff have current American Red Cross Lifeguarding and Lifeguarding Instructor certifications as required by their position.

Coordinates and teaches staff recertification courses as needed.

Develop and implement onboarding requirements and staff development initiatives consisting of ARC certification skills, professional development, physical fitness components and team initiatives.

Execute employee awards and recognition programs and maintain aquatic employee handbooks and operational manuals.

• Develop and administer assessments / evaluations related to student development including technical skills, student learning outcomes, leadership and ensures compliance with university, departmental, ARC, local and state regulations.
• Coordinate and implement aquatic development programs including all monthly in-services, mandatory trainings, emergency drills, weekly quizzes, and incentive programs;

track and maintain the training and certification database for aquatic staff.

• Plan, implement and evaluate aquatic programs including swim instruction, American Red Cross certification classes, and special events
• Facilitate day of event operations of major and national swim and dive meets (i.e., NCAA Swimming and Diving Championships, Gulf Swimming LSC events, High School Invitationals and Regionals), and special events;

periodically serve as departmental representative during meets, as well as the designated certified pool operator as required.

Assist and support with preparing pools for daily program use; including chemical balance, mechanical operations, water and air temperature, pool set-up, etc.

Perform required maintenance on pool systems including backwashing, bumping, chemical testing and adjustments, troubleshooting of operational components, as well as assuring compliance with State of Texas codes

• Assist in the development and management of the aquatic budget, responsible for lifeguard and head guard wage budget, staff certifications, Red Cross program revenues and expenditures, and lifeguard supplies and equipment.
• Serve on internal and external committees, work groups and collaborate with campus partners; build relationships with stakeholders and participate in UH events to support student success and to promote Campus Recreation through engagement.
• Serve on rotating on call schedule for pool operations including nights, weekends, and university holidays.
• Performs other job-related duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS : A bachelor’s degree in Exercise Physiology, Health Education, Physical Education, Sports Management, Recreation, or related field.

Master’s degree preferred.Candidate must possess American Red Cross Lifeguarding and Lifeguarding Instructor certifications.

Certified Pool Operator / Aquatic Facility Operator, and Water Safety Instructor, or ability to obtain within 90 days of employment.

Minimum requirements are at least 1 year of experience in an aquatic management position.

EEO / AA

Qualifications

Bachelors and 1 year experience

Education : Requires a thorough understanding of both theoretical and practical aspects of an analytical, technical or professional discipline;

or the basic knowledge of more than one professional discipline. Knowledge of the discipline is normally obtained through a formal, directly job-related 4 year degree from a college or university or an equivalent in-depth specialized training program that is directly related to the type of work being performed.

Experience : Requires a minimum of one (1) year of directly job-related experience. Certification / Licensing : None.

Additional Job Posting Information :

Department is willing to accept experience in lieu of education.

Salary : Commensurate with Experience / EducationRequired Attachments by Candidate : Resume, Cover Letter / Letter of Application

Employee Status

Regular / Benefits

Job Posting

Aug 2, 2024, 11 : 34 : 28 AM