Richmond, Kentucky
Toledo, Ohio
Oxford, Mississippi
Posted: 12-Nov-25
Location: Las Vegas, Nevada
Type: Full Time
Salary: Salary is $59,500
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Internal Number: R0149630
The University of Nevada, Las Vegas, invites applications for the Program Coordinator for Aquatics, Campus Recreational Services, Student Affairs [R0149630].
ROLE of the POSITION
This position exists to provide operational leadership, management, and oversight for day-to-day operations for Campus Recreational Services' aquatics and facilities. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to managing daily aquatics operations to ensure compliance with department, facility and university policy and procedures; supervise (1) aquatics graduate assistant, (20-30) lifeguards, (10-20) lifeguard instructors, (10-20) water safety instructors; directly hire, train, evaluate and supervise student staff; assess, develop and implement program and educational initiatives in the natatorium; provide first aid, CPR and first aid certification training; Lifeguard Training; Water Safety Instructor Training; Lifeguard Instructor Training; budget management; equipment inventory; strategic planning and assessment; administrative functions; observe and resolve risk management and safety issues and provide 24/7 emergency on-call response as necessary. On-call response within 30 minutes. Some evening and weekend work required.
Program development -- participate in the development of comprehensive recreational services and provide guidance for the development of program initiatives for aquatics. Develop and implement, with Associate Director assistance, a comprehensive calendar of aquatics recreational programs and manage the process to assess student learning outcomes and the impact of the activities and agenda. The facility is open 16 - 18 hours a day during the week and averages 12 hours a day on the weekend. This position is responsible for ensuring the proper supervision exists for all activities and that the building is in the best condition (safe and clean) for all users and events.
Provide student staff training, development, supervision, and evaluation. Conduct in-service training and lifesaving - lifeguarding meetings with staff, and provide professional leadership and oversight for staff, equipment, inventory, and policy/procedure protocols. Provide and coordinate staff management, payroll, certification record keeping, and facilitate/coordinate aquatics programming (including, but not limited to, swim lessons, aqua fitness, masters swim, learn to swim, youth programs, etc.).
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
This position requires a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university as recognized by the United States Department of Education and/or the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA), and nine (9) months of undergraduate experience in collegiate recreation, athletics, or commercial/city recreation is required. CPR/First Aid/AED Instructor certification is required within 60 days of employment. Must be a current American Red Cross lifeguard certified. Credentials must be obtained prior to the start date.
ACCEPTED EQUIVALENCIES FOR DEGREE REQUIREMENT
UNLV may consider additional relevant experience in place of formal education requirements:
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In lieu of a bachelor’s degree, applicants may qualify with four additional years of relevant experience, or with an associate's degree plus two additional years of relevant experience.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Strong knowledge in the areas of aquatics, programming, and facilities. Assessment and analysis experience. Lifeguard Instructor, Water Safety Instructor, and Certified Pool Operator. All successful candidates will have the ability to assess student needs, value a high degree of student contact, interact effectively with a wide diversity of people, have excellent interpersonal skills, communicate well in verbal and written form, and manage multiple tasks in a dynamic work environment.
BACKGROUND CHECKS
All candidates must pass a background screening.
COMMITMENT and CAMPUS VALUES
A successful candidate will support and contribute to a respectful, positive work environment. They will use our Campus Values to guide their decisions and actions and demonstrate our Rebel spirit.
HOW TO APPLY
Submit a letter of interest, a detailed resume listing qualifications and experience, and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three professional references who may be contacted. References will not be contacted until the search chair notifies you in advance.
Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience, with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications, because this is the information on which the initial review of materials will be based. Materials should be addressed to the Search Committee Chair.
Although this position will remain open until filled, review of candidates’ materials will begin on December 6, 2025.
Applications must be submitted electronically through Workday. Please note that emailed materials will not be accepted.
Veterans are encouraged to apply. UNLV values the skills of those who have served. Learn more at the Veterans Webpage or contact vetjobseekers@unlv.edu for support.
For assistance with the application process, please review the instructions on How to Apply. For further assistance, contact UNLV Human Resources at (702) 895-3504 or UNLVJobs@unlv.edu.
