The Aquatic Coordinator will serve as a leader within the Recreation Center, manage a team of lifeguards and swim instructors, provide great customer service to members and participants, and maintain cleanliness and order of the entire Aquatic Center. The ideal candidate would have experience in pool management, understand the importance of pool safety and operating procedures, value teamwork and collaboration, have strong work ethic and problem-solving skills. Experience with the day-to-day operations of pools, including staffing, cleanliness, pool filtration, and pool chemistry.

The expected hiring range is between $46,000 - $48,000 annually, contingent upon qualifications and experience. 

Please note: To be considered for this position you must apply through the Rice University Career Site.
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Essential Functions

• Oversee daily operations and programming of the Aquatic Center
• Responsible for hiring, training, scheduling and supervising lifeguards, head lifeguards, and swim instructors
• Manage in-service trainings, emergency action plan implementation and student development
• Serve as first point of contact for troubleshooting mechanical and chemical systems relating to the pool pump room
• Develop and coordinate aquatic programming including student events
• Oversees the development and management of the Learn-To-Swim program
• Assists the department with evaluating the emergency action plan and recommends changes as necessary

Additional Functions

• Recommend improvements to policies and procedures as needed
• Monitors the effective allocation of resources and adherence to standards for the Aquatic Center
• Responsible for teaching classes, attending meetings, and maintaining the policies and procedures associated with both the Lifetime Physical Activity and Summer Youth Activity Programs.
• Lifeguard as needed, based on staff scheduling and pool hours

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree
• One (1) year of professional experience
• Current lifeguard certification
• Certified Pool Operator or able to obtain within six months of employment
• Skills Required:
  • Advanced problem-solving skills
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to work well under pressure and manage projects simultaneously
  • Strong organizational and time management skills
  • Conflict resolution skills, initiative and creative thinking
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team to meet expected deadlines and schedules
  • Maintain a professional image and have good written, oral and presentation skills
  • Strong client service orientation and attention to detail
  • Ability to oversee and direct staff
  • Knowledge of database systems and web-based applications as it relates to the department

Preferences

• Master’s degree
• Lifeguard Instructor certification

About Rice University

Rice University is a highly selective, independent, nonsectarian, private, research University located in Houston, TX (pop. 2.2 mil). The defining characteristics of Rice are its small size (4,800 undergraduates and 4,200 graduate students), exceptionally gifted students, low tuition, distinguished faculty, acclaimed research and scholarship, financial stability, and its campus of uncommon beauty. Rice University is an AA/EO employer.

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