The Aquatics Program Coordinator is our facilities American Red Cross Instructor, Programs Coordinator and Rental Coordinator and is responsible for developing, implementing and managing our aquatic programming to meet the needs of our facility.

Duties and responsibilities

• Direct, manage and supervise our aquatic programming. 
• Schedule and manage our pool, canoe and equipment rentals.  
• Organize, schedule, and manage our water safety instructors.
• Coordinate with the Aquatics Director for programming needs.
• Help to monitor and maintain proper pool chemistry.
• Attend and participate in weekly manager meetings.
• Pursue and build relationships with local organizations to help promote our aquatic programing goals. 
• Perform all duties as our facilities Red Cross Instructor
  • Provide Lifeguard, WSI and CPR training for our staff and local community as needed.  
  • Organize and schedule monthly staff in-service training.
  • Maintain staff files and post American Red Cross certifications as necessary.
  • Maintain and oversee compliance with American Red Cross as a Licensed Training Provider

Supervisory responsibilities

• Organize, schedule, and manage our water safety instructors.
• Manager on duty for assigned weekends.
  • On call for assigned weekends
  • Perform manager daily check

Technical competencies

• Comfortable with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) or Google Workspace
• Ability to use registration platforms, scheduling tools, and communication systems
• Basic graphic design or Canva skills for program promotion 

Interpersonal interactions

• Must be comfortable interacting with patrons of all ages and ethnicities.
• Needs to demonstrate strong interpersonal skills.

Physical demands

• Must be able to lift 50lbs.
• Be able to perform and instruct all Lifeguard and WSI required skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively in a noisy pool environment.

Work environment

• Office (72 degrees)
• Pool Deck (88 degree 60% humidity)
• Pool Water (86 degree)
• Mechanical Room (Requires PPE for noise and chemical handling)

The ideal candidate will have a background in the areas listed in the position summary and have (or be able to attain) the appropriate certifications needed to perform in this position.

• American Red Cross Certification
  • Lifeguard
  • Water Safety Instructor
  • Lifeguard Instructor
  • Water Safety Instructor Trainer
• Other Certifications
  • CPO (Certified Pool Operator)
• Experience in aquatic activities.
• Demonstrates a proactive, hands-on, and professional work ethic.
• Strong teaching and leadership skills.
• Ability to inspire the local community and staff.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Strong administrative, organizational and communication skills. 
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and ability to learn new software as needed. 

Must be a Seventh-day Adventist in good and regular standing.

For more details and to apply please visit https://www.andrews.edu/admres/jobs/show/staff_hourly