Coordinator, Aquatics (Recreation Specialist)

Company: Indiana University
Location: Bloomington
Posted on: April 17, 2024

Job Description:

DepartmentRECREATIONAL SPORTS (BL-RECS-IUBLA)Department InformationThe Office of Student Life is focused on building a strong foundation to ensure every student's Indiana University experience is positive, safe, healthy, and meaningful. The Office of Student Life staff and multiple departments aim to help students navigate their time at IU, providing the tools they need to be successful in school and after graduation. Students are our priority, and their health, safety, and overall well-being are our core mission. Recreational Sports is proud to be a department within the Office of Student Life, committed to promoting learning and respect by integrating diversity, equity and inclusion in all programs, interactions, and partnerships. We commit to creating and maintaining an inclusive environment where all people are respected, valued, and affirmed so that they may know they matter and belong at Indiana University.Recreational Sports is a critical part of supporting student well-being and is a primary entry point at Indiana University Bloomington for supporting students in their health and wellness. Recreational Sports' mission is to connect, inform, and inspire people to lead an active, healthy lifestyle. We serve over 36,000 students, faculty, staff, and public participants annually. Our team consists of 46 appointed staff members, and over 800 part-time student staff members. Our organization fosters a team focused, collaborative work environment that emphasizes strong business practices, operational excellence, and participant development. Our organization is committed to a student development philosophy that encourages student involvement in decision-making and leadership.Job SummaryDepartment-Specific Responsibilities

• Coordinates the recruiting, hiring, supervision, scheduling and evolution of the lifeguard staff for all indoor and outdoor pools.
• Assists with the recertification courses of all aquatic hourly staff.
• Develops and implements aquatic emergency action plans.
• Coordinates operations for all indoor and outdoor pools, all aquatic programs, and other participant focused programming.
• Supports facilitation of outside user groups to ensure maximum use of aquatic spaces, including hosting competitive aquatics events.
• Assists in the proposal, development and implementation of new programs and activities based on the needs of the users to increase participation and income.General Responsibilities
  • Provides day-to-day operational management of recreational programming staff.
  • Establishes short-term operational objectives.
  • Identifies operational issues and/or areas of improvement and implements solutions to improve processes and/or operational efficiency.
  • Analyzes, monitors, and evaluates performance of assigned staff; establishes work priorities, conducts performance reviews, and provides corrective action as needed.
  • Ensures adequate staffing and effective scheduling; participates and informs employment decisions for assigned staff.
  • Provides direct supervision and oversight of assigned staff and activities; impacts, and is held accountable for, the performance of team and/or assigned staff.
  • Ensures and provides training to assigned staff to improve user support operations; researches and identifies development opportunities for assigned staff.
  • Assist with department-wide special events and provide night/weekend/break coverage as part of professional staff rotation.
  • Keeps next-level leader(s) informed of trends as well as significant problems.QualificationsCombinations of related education and experience may be considered. Education beyond the minimum required may be substituted for work experience. Work experience beyond the minimum required may be substituted for education. EDUCATIONRequired
    • Bachelor's Degree in Exercise Science, Recreation, Sports Management, or related fieldPreferred
      • Master's Degree in Exercise Science, Recreation, Sports Management, or related fieldWORK EXPERIENCERequired
        • 2 years of related experience with structured recreational programmingLICENSES AND CERTIFICATESRequired
          • CPR/AED within 180 days from date of hire
          • Standard First Aid within 180 days from date of hire
          • Preventing Disease Transmission/Universal Precautions within 180 days from date of hire
          • Currently certified as a lifeguard with a national organizationSKILLSRequired
            • Proficient communication skills
            • Maintains a high degree of professionalism
            • Demonstrated time management and priority setting skills
            • Demonstrates a high commitment to quality
            • Possesses flexibility to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment
            • Seeks to acquire knowledge in area of specialty
            • Highly thorough and dependable
            • Demonstrates a high level of accuracy, even under pressureWorking Conditions / DemandsThis position requires both sedentary work and long durations of movement about the workspace. It requires the ability to move and transport objects and equipment weighing up to 25 pounds and the ability to swim proficiently. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential tasks with or without an accommodation.Work LocationBloomington, IndianaThis is an in-person position Advertised Salary$45,000 - $55,000 per year based on qualifications and experience Benefits OverviewFor full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:
              • Multiple plan options for medical insurance
              • Dental insurance
              • Health Savings Account with generous IU contribution
              • Life insurance, LTD, and AD&D options
              • Base retirement plan contribution from IU, subject to vesting
              • Additional supplemental retirement plan options
              • Tuition benefit for IU classes
              • 10 paid holidays per year
              • Generous Paid Time Off
              • Paid Parental Leave
              • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Learn more about our benefits by reviewing our online Benefits Brochure.Job ClassificationCareer Level: CareerFLSA: ExemptJob Function: Athletic AffairsJob Family: Recreational SportsClick here to learn more about Indiana University's Job Framework.Posting DisclaimerThis posting is scheduled to close at 11:59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University, but will remain open for a minimum of 5 business days. To guarantee full consideration, please submit your application within 5 business days of the Posted Date.If you wish to include a cover letter, you may include it with your resume when uploading attachments.Equal Employment OpportunityIndiana University is an equal employment and affirmative action employer and a provider of ADA services. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on individual qualifications. Indiana University prohibits discrimination based on age, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status. Indiana University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admission, as required by Title IX. Questions or complaints regarding Title IX may be referred to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights or the university Title IX Coordinator. See Indiana University's Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information.Campus Safety and SecurityThe Annual Security and Fire Safety Report, containing policy statements, crime and fire statistics for all Indiana University campuses, is available online. You may also request a physical copy by emailing IU Public Safety at iups@iu.edu or by visiting IUPD.Contact UsRequest SupportTelephone: 812-856-1234

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