Job Summary:
The Coordinator of Aquatics is a full-time staff member responsible for the administration of a comprehensive Aquatics program, which includes, but is not limited to, supervision of student lifeguards and supervisory staff, swimming and diving meets, events, certification programs, and risk management protocols in multiple campus locations for the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Additionally, this position will provide leadership by conducting student trainings, facility scheduling, maintaining certifications, and budget planning. This individual works directly with professional staff, and student staff to coordinate activities, independently assess problems, and develop solutions. Primary work hours will be Monday through Friday 8:00am to 4:30pm, and flexibility to work nights and/or weekends when needed is required.
Responsibilities: Manages a comprehensive recreation program. Oversees and performs activities including policy development and enforcement, program development and expansion, participant eligibility, and/or risk management. May supervise staff.
- 45% May assist with the implementation of the personnel resource allocation plan including hiring, training, supervision, and resolution of personnel issues
- 5% Assists with the management of applicable software systems for program registration, sport management, and participation data
- 10% May assist with monitoring and auditing the unit budget
- 10% Schedules logistics and secures resources to support the operational plans of the program
- 10% Implements risk management procedures and ensures adherence to institution and divisional policies
- 10% Assists in coordinating equipment setup and operation, pool configuration, and staffing for all events and reservations in the Nick Soderholm Family Aquatic Center, Bakke Cove Pool, and Memorial Union Swim Pier.
- 10% Collaborates with Rec Well professional staff and campus partners to maintain a comprehensive schedule of activities in the aquatic facilities.
Institutional Statement on Diversity:
Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals.
The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background – people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world.
For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit: Diversity and Inclusion
Education:
Required
Bachelor’s Degree
Preferred
Master’s Degreein Sports/Recreation Management, Physical Education, Exercise Science, or a related field
Qualifications:
Required:
– A minimum of 1 year of relevant experience in aquatic staff supervision or pool operations
– Current American Red Cross Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/AED
– Current American Red Cross Lifeguarding Instructor (or ability to obtain within 3 months of hire)
– Committed to promoting a positive, respectful, socially just, work and learning environment
– Experience leading large lifeguard staff trainings across multiple locations
– Experience leading American Red Cross Lifeguarding or recertification courses
Preferred, but not necessary:
– Experience working in a collegiate recreation setting
Work Type:
Full Time: 100%
This position may require some work to be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location. Some work may be performed remotely, at an offsite, non-campus work location.
Appointment Type, Duration:
Ongoing/Renewable
Salary:
Minimum $48,000 ANNUAL (12 months)
Depending on Qualifications
The expected salary range for this position is $48,000 up to $54,000 for highly experienced candidates. Actual pay will depend on experience and qualifications.
Employees in this position can expect to receive benefits such as generous vacation, holidays, and paid time off; competitive insurances and savings accounts; retirement benefits. Benefits information can be found at (https://hr.wisc.edu/benefits/)
Additional Information:
Successful candidates are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without need of employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment.
University Recreation & Wellbeing:
Rec Well is part of Student Affairs at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, led by the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs. Our staff is dedicated to serving students and to helping them succeed in and out of the classroom in areas including health and well-being, identity and inclusion, leadership and engagement, and student advocacy. Student Affairs includes departments led by the Dean of Students; departments that provide identity-based spaces and leadership resources; the Wisconsin Union; University Health Services; and University Recreation and Wellbeing.
About the University of Wisconsin-Madison:
Since its founding in 1848, the University of Wisconsin-Madison campus has been a catalyst for the extraordinary. As a public land-grant university and prolific research institution, our students, staff, and faculty members partake in a world-class education and solve real-world problems. With the Wisconsin Idea as our guiding principle, we’re not only changing the 936 acres we call home-Badgers are also creating a better future for Wisconsin, the nation, and the world.
How to Apply:
Please click the “Apply Now” button to begin the application process. As part of the application process, you will be required to upload a current resume and a cover letter addressing your work-related experience and qualifications related to this position. Final candidates will be requested to provide contact information for three professional references.
Contact:
Jenni Regan
jenni.regan@wisc.edu
608-262-4976
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.
Official Title:
Recreation Program Supervisor(AE095)
Department(s):
A80-RECREATION & WELLBEING/AQUATICS
Employment Class:
Academic Staff-Renewable
Job Number:
280221-AS