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Stanford University Aquatics Coordinator in Stanford, California
Aquatics Coordinator
Department of Athletics, Physical Education, and Recreation, Stanford, California, United States
Health and Safety
Post Date May 01, 2024
Requisition # 103088
Stanford’s Department of Athletics, Physical Education and Recreation (DAPER) is the premier intercollegiate athletics and recreation program in the country. We are the proud Home of Champions and support the university’s physical education, recreation and wellness initiatives.
Aligned with the pioneering spirit of Stanford University, Stanford Recreation and Wellness is committed to bold and purposeful engagement. We ignite a culture of belonging and wellbeing through movement, adventure, play, and learning. Our fifty-two full-time staff and over 400 part-time staff manage eight recreation facilities at one of the world’s most beautiful universities.
Hosting over a million visits annually, we work cohesively, lead with courage, and pursue and revere excellence. We are building a community that is inclusive and a diverse team that is committed to excellence. We take risks. We are willing to lead. We innovate. We develop our employees. We promote a culture of gratitude and recognition. We have fun. If that sounds like you, join us.
JOB PURPOSE
The Aquatics Coordinatoris responsible for managing the lifeguard team and safety operations for the Avery Recreation Pool and on occasion for the Avery Aquatics Center.Duties include staff management, training,scheduling, providing customer service, andsupporting facility oversight, aquatics programs and special events.
CORE DUTIES
Staff Management (70%)
Daily management, supervision and leadership of lifeguards and lifeguard supervisors.
Staff recruitment, hiring, orientation, training, scheduling, motivation and retention of student and part-time personnel.
Assist with planning, organizingand facilitatingmonthly in-service training.
Maintain and tracklifeguardemployee training certifications.
Lead in-service training and lifeguard training courses.
Facility Management (30%)
Assist with theday-to-dayoversight of the Avery Recreation Pool.
Supportthe implementation, review, and recommendations related tofacility policies and proceduresincludingfacility access, emergency action plans, and standard operating procedures.
Support the inspection of the pool facilities and ensure they are compliant with federal, state, and county public health and safety regulations.
Assist with the inventory and maintenance of equipment related to the lifeguards, aquatics programs, and facility emergency preparedness.
Serve on Recreation andWellness committeesas directed.
Ancillary Responsibilities
Engage in professional development as approved to keep abreast of current trends and issues.
Support the oversight and development of aquatics programs.
Maintain all necessary certifications related to job responsibilities.
Exercise flexibility to work evening or weekend hours as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned including serving on relevant committees serving as proxy for the Assistant Director of Aquatics
TO BE SUCCESSFUL IN THIS POSITION, YOU WILL BRING:
Education and Experience
- Bachelor's degree and one year of relevant experience or a combination of education and relevant experience.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Demonstrated experience in supporting the oversight of aquatics staff.
Ability to lead a large, diverse team of part-time staff, including student management strategies.
Demonstrates leadership traits including effective communication, supervisory skills, and the ability to manage workflow.
Knowledge of current risk management practices in recreation and aquatics facilities.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Versed knowledge of current aquatics approaches, trends, risk management, and best practices.
Ability to coordinate daily activities including work scheduling, quality assurance, monitoring of activities, and supervision of personnel.
Ability to meet expected deadlines and schedules.
Engagement in NIRSA, IHRSA, or other recreation or aquatics professional associations.
Working knowledge of applications such as Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, and other technology platforms used within the campus recreation industry.
Ability to interact and communicate effectively and respectfully within the context of varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities, and cultural backgrounds.
Certifications and Licenses
Current American Red Cross Lifeguard certification.
Must have or obtain within six months of hire: American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor (LGI), American Red Cross First Aid Instructor, and American Red Cross CPR/AED Instructor.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS*
Ability to exert physical effort, including the ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds, bending, squatting, reaching, or being on feet for long periods of time.
Frequently stand/walk, sit, perform desk-based computer tasks, use a telephone, and grasp lightly/fine manipulation.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Ability to work non-standard hours when required to ensure success of events and programs.
Position requires the ability to move freely about facilities and the flexibility of working from various working locations on campus.
On-site management of activities during evenings and early mornings as needed.
Occasional weekend responsibilities.
Exposure to weather elements possible aligned with job responsibilities of managing an outdoor pool
This is an in-person, 5 day-a-week position with reporting flexibility based on coverage needs.
May be exposed to noise > 80dB TWA.
May work at heights 4-10ft.
WORK STANDARDS
Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations.
Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for safety; communicates safety concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned.
Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University’s Administrative Guide,http://adminguide.stanford.edu/.
DAPER’s Integrity
This position, along with all DAPER coaches and staff, is responsible for the integrity of Stanford’s intercollegiate athletics program, recreation and wellness department, and for the reputation of Stanford University. This position is responsible for ensuring that your involvement with DAPER activities maintains the integrity of the University’s reputation and does not negatively impact the relationship between the University and its faculty, staff, students, and alumni. Additionally, this position must comply with University policies and procedures, NCAA, and conference rules and regulations.
The expected pay range for this position is $66,560 to $70,000 per annum.
Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location and external market pay for comparable jobs.
At Stanford University, base pay represents only one aspect of the comprehensive rewards package. The Cardinal at Work website (https://cardinalatwork.stanford.edu/benefits-rewards) provides detailed information on Stanford’s extensive range of benefits and rewards offered to employees. Specifics about the rewards package for this position may be discussed during the hiring process.
The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.
Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact Stanford University Human Resources at stanfordelr@stanford.edu . For all other inquiries, please submit a contact form .
Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Additional Information
Schedule: Full-time
Job Code: 4661
Employee Status: Regular
Grade: G
Requisition ID: 103088
Work Arrangement : On Site
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