This position has been approved in the FY21 budget and is open until filled, resume review begins immediately.
Dates of Employment: August 3, 2020 - May 7, 2021 (excludes student observed holidays)
Stipend: $10,500
Tuition: Full NC resident tuition and fees provided, out-of-state students are responsible for the difference in tuition rates.
Professional Development: Professional development support provided. All certifications preferred for position are paid by department other than those required at time of hire.
Application Information: To apply for this posting please send cover letter, resume and list of three professional references to Assistant Director of Facilities and Outreach Justin Waters at watersj@ecu.edu. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED VIA BLUEFISHJOBS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assist in the recruitment, hiring, training, supervision and evaluation of aquatics staff members to include lifeguards, head guards, and swim instructors
Create and maintain aquatics staff schedule for all regular facility hours, programming, swim lessons and special events (including nights, weekends) and assume responsibility for filling in when necessary.
Assist with semester and monthly in-service trainings and contribute to the development and implementation of aquatic emergency action plan procedures.
Assist in maintaining online registrations processes, paperwork, spreadsheets, filing, and participation counts with regards to aquatic programs and swim lessons.
Participate in teaching Lifeguard, First Aid and CPR classes for the University campus and community.
Assists in management of facility reservations for birthday parties, special events, summer camps, and other internal/external groups.
Assist in monitoring staff certifications, monthly CPR checks with audits, and other record-keeping.
Assist with maintaining proper pool chemistry and pump room operations.
Assist with departmental risk management to include serving on committees.
Maintain accurate statistical records related to participation, budget, and equipment
Assist with the supervision and evaluation of undergraduate practicum and internship students placed in the
Comprehensively involved in the marketing and promotional efforts within unit programs. Assist with the content material, social media, and technology efforts (social media, texting, website, video, etc.).
Utilize computer-based scheduling software and web-based programs to coordinate
May serve on department, division, or university-wide committees as assigned.
Continues professional development through membership in professional organizations, attending conferences and workshops, professional reading, and staying current with trends and issues pertinent to unit activities.
Other duties as assigned.
Bachelor's Degree from an Accredited Institution
Lifeguard Instructor Certification
Certified Pool Operator or equivalent (preferred)
Water Safety Instructor (preferred)
Experience administering a swim lesson program (preferred)
Experience managing water chemistry (preferred)
About ECU Campus Recreation and Wellness
East Carolina University, founded in 1907, is a public university and a member of the UNC system serving over 29,000 students. ECU is a progressive doctoral-granting institution with the feel of a small college. Programs are offered through the College of Arts and Sciences, the Graduate School, and the Schools of Allied Health Sciences, Art, Business, Education, Health and Human Performance, Human Environmental Sciences, Industry and Technology, Medicine, Music, Nursing, and Social Work. Its 392-acre main campus and 46-acre medical campus are located in Greenville, NC.
