JOB SUMMARY: Assist in the management and development of Aquatics student staff and Learn-To-Swim program. Oversee the daily operations of the aquatics program including but not limited to: scheduling, lifeguarding, supervising, training and risk management. The secondary purpose of this position is to provide development opportunities to the incumbent which could include special projects and/or assignments.
ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS:
Director
Associate Director of Programs
Assistant Director of Events and Aquatics
Aquatics Coordinator
Aquatics Graduate Assistant
Part-time Staff
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Aquatics Operations & Administration
Assist with the daily management and programming efforts for 3 pools located within the Activities and Recreation Center (ARC) and Campus Recreation Center East (CRCE) facilities - 1 outdoor 50M pool, 1 indoor Olympic-sized competition pool, and 1 indoor leisure pool & spa
Continually develop, update, and implement aquatics policies and operating manuals
Assist with programming and scheduling of the Learn-to-Swim Program (upwards of 1,000 annual adult and child participants), 6 aquatics sports clubs, birthday parties, American Red Cross safety programs, and other aquatics events
Assist with the coordination and execution of aquatics in-services, student payroll, staff on-boarding procedures, programs, and staff schedules
Maintain a balanced office hour schedule and aquatics evaluation schedule that may take place after regular office hours
Collaborate with lead aquatics staff on budget planning, equipment purchasing, training plans, staff incentive programs, staff disciplinary actions, program offerings, and maintenance repairs
Attend all aquatics staff meetings, orchestrate audit team activities, lead monthly head lifeguard in-services
Ensure all staff remain compliant with necessary certifications and arrange certification courses
Provide timely response to customer service inquiries specific to the aquatics programs
Perform data collections and assessments of aquatics programs and facility usage to advise departmental decision making
Must maintain compliance with state codes and national standards including Illinois Department of Health bathing codes, National Swimming Pool Foundation guidelines for operating pools and spas, and the Americans with Disabilities Act guidelines regarding accessibility of recreation and pool facilities
Student Development and Supervision
Recruit, motivate, hire, train, mentor, and evaluate all aquatics staff (approximately 65 lifeguards, 15 head lifeguards, 40 swim instructors, 6 audit team members, and 6 student coordinators)
Assist in the supervision and continued development of the entire Aquatics student staff
Serve as liaison between professional and student staff with efforts focused on communication of department initiatives and training staff performance and efficiencies
Serve on a committee responsible for planning Student Staff Appreciation, Staff Olympics, and the End of Year Celebration
Developmental Opportunities
Adhere to and maintain divisional performance criteria at a satisfactory level; maintain current certifications
Collaborate with other Campus Recreation units as needed to execute array of programming efforts for diverse participants
Conference and professional development travel participations [state and regional annually, national during second year of assistantship]
Opportunities to work in different areas of Campus Recreation to broaden recreational learning experience and serve on departmental committees
Based on applicant’s desired interest areas, can be flexible creating leadership roles and working opportunities within aquatics program
Participation in departmental committees
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:
Demonstrate excellent written, phone, and in-person communication
Ability to learn and perform job duties using Microsoft Office, Connect2 Concepts, and CSI Spectrum Software
Knowledge of facility procedures and emergency action plan
CERTIFICATIONS:
Maintain current certifications in American Red Cross Lifeguard Training with CPR/AED/First Aid and Blood Borne Pathogen for lifeguards or equivalent
Possess or have ability to obtain American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor certification by end of the first semester
Possess or have ability to obtain American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor certification by end of the first semester
Have opportunity to seek and obtain Certified Pool Operator license from National Swimming Pool Foundation during second year as graduate assistant
WORK ENVIRONMENTS/DEMANDS:
Physical Requirements
Ability to lift 50 pounds
Work Requirements
Position requires flexible work schedule, including evenings, weekends, and academic break periods as necessary
MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
Must have lifeguard and swim instructor experience, preferably with management experience of lifeguard staff and learn-to-swim program. Should have the ability to teach swimming classes to varied ages of participants and lead staff in-services
Must have a Bachelor’s degree. Applicants must be accepted to the University of Illinois. To receive a tuition and fee waiver, applicants must be enrolled in the College of Applied Health Sciences department of Recreation, Sport and Tourism (RST). Minimum qualifications for RST are as follows:
An upper division GPA from an accredited university of 3.0 or higher
A total on the GRE math and verbal sections of 300 or better, with neither score below 145
A score of 3.5 or better on the written/analytic section of the GRE
For International students, a TOEFL score that meets UIUC requirements
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
Email a resume, cover letter, and contact information for three professional references to Cherise Marks, Student Development Coordinator, Campus Recreation, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign at cherisem@illinois.edu by February 17, 2019.
Cover letter or resume should indicate (yes or no) if you meet the minimum qualifications for graduate school admission.
About University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign Campus Recreation
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign Campus Recreation provides over 450,000 square feet of indoor recreational space and 19 acres of outdoor fields, all with the goal of providing the University community with recreational and wellness opportunities. With six unique facilities offering numerous activities, Campus Recreation ensures that everyone can find a way to both have fun and stay active year-round.
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign Campus Recreation is a part of Students Affairs at the University of Illinois. From outside the classroom learning experiences, to physical and emotional wellness, leadership opportunities, global awareness, safety, fun, and career preparation, Student Affairs supports all aspects of student life at Illinois.
