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Posted: 03-Mar-23
Location: Akron, Ohio
Type: Full Time
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Internal Number: 14202
The University of Akron, Department of Student Recreation and Wellness Services is seeking a dynamic and energetic Manager, Facilities & Aquatics that will be responsible for developing, coordinating, implementing, and evaluating a comprehensive Aquatics Program for a diverse campus community. Working within the Division of Student Affairs in the beautiful Student Recreation & Wellness Center and Ocasek Natatorium, the Manager, Facilities & Aquatics is responsible for coordinating all aspects of an aquatics program that meets the needs and interests of the UA campus community and greater Akron community. Specific responsibilities include the following:
Facility Management
- Responsible for the daily operations of the Ocasek Natatorium (ONAT) 50-Meter Competition Pool & SRWC Leisure Pool area, with assistance from Assistant Director, Facilities
- Coordinate reporting of maintenance issues in a timely manner to appropriate staff
- Assist with development of policies and procedures related to operational structure of Student Recreation & Wellness Services Department
- Assist with supervision of all SRWS Facilities and provide service using developed customer service policies.
- Operate aquatic spaces with policies and procedures that meets/exceeds applicable county and state health codes and regulations
Program Management
- Coordinate a pool schedule that encompasses many user types, including: academic classes, departmental programming, athletics swim/dive team practice, community rental groups, and others
- Coordinate a schedule of competitive aquatic events with various stakeholders, including: UA varsity swimming & diving team, USA swimming & USA diving events, YMCA swimming events, High School swimming & diving events, and others as available
- Manage paperwork related to facility rentals ensuring that each team/event has all necessary documentation in place prior to start of season/event
- Develop, direct, supervise, and evaluate American Red Cross programming to include; Lifeguarding classes & swim lessons (group & private)
- Collaborate with other departments and student organizations to offer creative and innovative programs and events including club sports activities, intramurals, student life, Greek life, and others
- Coordinate the Leisure Pool Birthday Party program
- Oversee policy & procedure development for aquatic programming
Personnel Management
- Oversee hiring, training, scheduling, supervision, payroll, and evaluation of all aquatic program area staff to include; Head Lifeguards, Lifeguards, ARC Instructors, and Colorado Timing staff
- Manage monthly inservice training, additional safety training, mock emergencies, and semester audits for aquatic program staff.
- Assist in planning and execution of safety training for SRWS facility staff.
- Manage the aquatic program area staff certification database and records retention
- Assist in resolving patron facility use issues
Budget Management
- Manage budget, strategic planning and regular reporting for aquatics program area
- Make recommendations & purchase as necessary equipment necessary for operation of all aquatic facilities and programs
Other
- Assist in the marketing, both digital and print, of aquatic program activities
- Assist, along with all other SRWS program area managers, to create a positive work environment that puts an emphasis on student development, professional outcomes, and effective collaboration
- Participate on departmental and campus committees as assigned
To Apply
To apply for this position, you must complete the online application by accessing The University of Akron Human Resources Page and click on the "Staff & Contract Professionals" picture under heading External Applicants. Attach a cover letter, resume and list of three (3) professional references to your profile. Please include contact information, including email address for your professional references.
For assistance on how to complete your application online thru UA Human Resources, please refer to guidance on the External Applicant Training Materials page.
Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience with reference to the minimum qualifications. This is the information on which the initial review of materials will be based. A resume will not be accepted in place of any information requested on the application. For assistance with your application or attachments, please call Kelly McIntire in UA Human Resources at 330-972-8402.
Position requires a relevant Bachelor's Degree; Lifeguarding certification, Lifeguard Instructor &/or Water Safety Instructor (or ability to obtain within 6-months of hire); a minimum of two (2) years experience in aquatic program development and coordination of an aquatic facility; ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, manage time efficiently, and prioritize tasks as required; supervisory experience of staff and/or students; strong oral and written communication; ability to work a non-traditional work week including nights and weekend; ability to demonstrate a commitment to diversity, social justice, and cultural competence and ability to work in a multi-cultural environment
