Aquatics Administrator

Saint Joseph's College of Maine is hiring for the full-time position of Aquatics Administrator!

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

The Aquatics Administrator supports the division of Aquatics under Athletics and Recreations by performing aquatics office administration and achieving facility revenue targets each year; supporting campus aquatics activities for pool use; and supervising the aquatics staff.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Performs aquatics office administration and achieves facility revenue targets each year by:

• Managing registration, supervision and administration of CPR, lifeguard, Basic Water Rescue and First Aid certification courses for campus community
• Managing data which supports the monthly pool activity
• Developing practice schedules for various swim teams that use facility
• Managing community guests during swim meets
• Serving in back-up capacity for lifeguarding duties as needed
• Implementing all Aquatics Programs; including special events and non-credit instructional programs
• Managing the recruitment, training and supervision of Aquatics staff
• Developing an Aquatics Facilities usage schedule
• Developing strategies to maximize facility rental revenues and achieve targets set forth with Director of Athletics and Recreation
• Executing a risk management & maintenance plan for Aquatics

Supports campus aquatics activities for pool use by:

• Overseeing and leading student swim lessons, athletic intramurals, open houses, project graduations and other external events
• Collaborate with campus partners in development of external usage
• Assist with supervision and management of Alfond Center Welcome Desk as needed

Supervises the aquatics staff by:

• Recruiting and hiring qualified student staff; Training, coaching and mentoring student staff in setting goals, creating action plans, and time management while fostering a team environment
• Managing weekly lifeguard schedule to ensure adequate pool coverage for aquatics events, meets and open swims
• Ensuring staff are performing their duties in a safe and courteous manner
• Scheduling and conducting in-service staff training sessions for the ongoing quality of staff performance
• Monitoring and reporting changes in Red Cross certifications and providing policy and procedure edits for approval
• Managing performance, coaching sessions, and disciplinary actions in a professional and timely manner
• Managing timely approval of bi-weekly time cards
• Providing safeguards to ensure the staff are enforcing pool rules equally for groups and individuals using the pool

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Experience teaching coordinating aquatic programs in the implementation of activities and programs in one or several of the following areas; recreation, aquatics, childcare, or senior activities and programs
• Lifeguard certification required (CPR /AED is part of LG certification)
• Possession of WSI or ability to become WSI certified for job requirement purposes

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:

• Intermediate knowledge of computer programs including Microsoft Word, Google Platform and Excel
• Lifeguard certification required (CPR /AED is part of LG certification)
• Possession of WSI or ability to become WSI certified for job requirement purposes
• Knows Red Cross reporting procedures for Learn-To-Swim and Health & Safety classes
• Knowledge of sports and sport rules
• Knowledge of or experience in recruitment strategies
• Must have a valid driver’s license
• Proven leadership and managerial skills
• Must demonstrate teamwork skills and a willingness to help others
• Possess a positive attitude to foster a cohesive working environment
• Proven training, coaching and mentoring abilities
• Strong organizational, interpersonal and problem solving skills
• Ability to perform multiple concurrent tasks while maintaining a personable attitude with attentiveness to detail
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong people, interpersonal and relationship skills within all levels of the workforce
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion
• Tolerates work related stress effectively and maintains self-control/professionalism

About Saint Joseph’s College of Maine

Founded by the Sisters of Mercy in 1912, Saint Joseph’s College is Maine’s only Catholic college. Located on the shores of Sebago Lake in Standish, Maine, the 460-acre campus offers 46 undergraduate programs and a Division III athletic program to approximately 800 on-campus students. In addition to its on-campus offerings, Saint Joseph’s College provides certificates, undergraduate, and advanced degrees to approximately 1,200 working adults residing throughout the United States and in more than 20 other countries through its online learning program. 

Saint Joseph’s College of Maine seeks to attract, retain, and develop personnel who support its mission and are committed to nurturing highly competent and deeply compassionate leaders ready to serve in a vulnerable world. Inspired by the life and vision of Catherine McAuley, it welcomes persons from all backgrounds as part of its community which is guided by the following values:

• to seek and embrace truth and wisdom wherever it may be found;

• to combine faith with reason in the pursuit of academic excellence;

• to commit ourselves to honesty in all relations with each other;

• to welcome the perspectives, cultures, and abilities of all people of good will, especially the disenfranchised;

• to value and respect the contribution of each member of the community;

• to reach out beyond the College’s boundaries to serve the needs of others with compassion and mercy;

• to address instances of injustice that impact people and the earth in solidarity with those we serve and from a position of informed advocacy.

Saint Joseph’s College of Maine is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to providing an inclusive work environment that supports a diverse faculty and staff. We consider all qualified applicants and employees for hiring, placement, and advancement, without regard to a person’s race (including traits associated with race, including hair texture, Afro hairstyles, and protective hairstyles), color, religion, ancestry or national origin, age, genetic information, military status, sex or gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disabilities, familial status, protected whistleblower activity, previous assertion of workers’ compensation claim, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. 

Employees wishing to report sex-based discrimination, harassment, or  misconduct should contact Joy Pulsifer, Title IX Coordinator ([email protected], 207-893-6606, 115A Heffernan Center).

In order to be considered for the position, submit a cover letter and resume electronically by clicking on “Apply.”  Be sure to also read and sign the Pre-Employment Statement. Offers are contingent upon successfully passing a background check. Specific questions may be emailed to: [email protected] or call 207-893-7757.