Aquatics Coordinator

Aquatics Coordinator

University Overview

The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn's distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America's Best Large Employers in 2023.

Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural offerings, and wide variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home for work and play.

The University offers a competitive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families, generous retirement benefits, a wide variety of professional development opportunities, supportive work and family benefits, a wealth of health and wellness programs and resources, and much more.

Posted Job Title
Aquatics Coordinator

Job Profile Title
Administrative Coordinator

Job Description Summary
The Aquatics Coordinator works directly with the Associate Director of Facility Operations to oversee all aspects of the aquatics program to include, but not limited to, open recreation swim, private swim lessons, specialty aquatics-based programs, summer youth and community aquatics programs, and pool events. This position also assists with the management of day-to-day operations for Penn Campus Recreation's aquatic facility, the Sheerr Pool, and supervises lifeguards and swim instructor staff. Is the lead instructor for all Red Cross lifeguard certification courses for staff and external customers. In addition, the coordinator would assist with overall Pottruck weekend coverage. The Coordinator would be expected to instruct aquatic programming classes/lessons as needed.

The coordinator will cover shifts, serve as the first point of contact for staff, assist with program marketing and execution, record data collected by staff (chemical levels, usage data, lateness reports, etc.), and assist with other tasks as assigned. The Coordinator will also work towards needed certifications needed to assist with the management of an aquatic facility. These certifications include CPO (certified pool operator) and WSI (Water Safety Instructor).

Job Description

Job Responsibilities

• Programming: Responsible for the effective delivery, evaluation, promotion and reporting of innovative and traditional aquatics programs and designed to engage the campus community including program development, scheduling, implementation, program registration, participant development, Instruct swimming lessons and Red Cross courses as needed, including CPR certification courses for department staff members.
• Staffing: Provide orientation for new staff; Approve shift trades for temp staff; supervise job posting, interviewing, hiring, and payroll; Manage WorkDay action; Manage scheduling, staff reports, safety audits and guard and instructor roster. Guard as needed to maintain minimum coverage requirements.
• Facility Management: Serve as Sunday building supervisor; Conduct daily walk throughs and report facility issues; Inspect and maintain inventory; Manage pool access lists; Coordinate w/ Varsity Swimming & Diving team; Weekly chemical log/daily chemical level check; Set up and break down long course.
• Administration & Communication: Monitor shared Aquatics email account; Assist with marketing; Assist with program sales, data collection, and customer service. Review lesson plans, manage client data sheets, and send lesson report cards.
• Budget Management: Assist with the preparation, presentation, and implementation of the aquatics programming budget to include managing and meeting expense and revenue goals. Will maintain budget and revenue tracker throughout fiscal year.
• Assist in the setup and operations of special events or programs within Campus Recreation and/or Athletics as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 1 to 2 years of aquatic experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience is required. Experience in university recreation, preferred.
• Current American Red Cross Lifeguard, CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer and Emergency Oxygen certifications required
• American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor (LGI) certification required.
• Water Safety Instructor (WSI) certification preferred or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire.
• Certified Pool Operator (CPO) certification preferred or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire.

Application Requirement

• A Cover Letter and Resume/CV are required to be considered for this position. Please upload your Cover Letter where it asks you to upload your Resume/CV; multiple documents are allowed.

Job Location - City, State
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Department / School
Division of Recreation & Intercollegiate Athletics

Pay Range
$21.15 - $23.00 Hourly Rate
Salary offers are made based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, and in alignment with salary ranges based on external market data for the job's level. Internal organization and peer data at Penn are also considered.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any class protected under applicable federal, state or local law.

Special Requirements
Background checks may be required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.

University Benefits

• Health, Life, and Flexible Spending Accounts: Penn offers comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits to protect you and your family's health and welfare. You can also use flexible spending accounts to pay for eligible health care and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.
• Tuition: Take advantage of Penn's exceptional tuition benefits. You, your spouse, and your dependent children can get tuition assistance here at Penn. Your dependent children are also eligible for tuition assistance at other institutions.
• Retirement: Penn offers generous retirement plans to help you save for your future. Penn's Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans allow you to save for retirement on a pre-tax or Roth basis. Choose from a wide variety of investment options through TIAA and Vanguard.
• Time Away from Work: Penn provides you with a substantial amount of time away from work during the course of the year. This allows you to relax, take vacations, attend to personal affairs, recover from illness or injury, spend time with family-whatever your personal needs may be.
• Long-Term Care Insurance: In partnership with Genworth Financial, Penn offers faculty and staff (and your eligible family members) long-term care insurance to help you cover some of the costs of long-term care services received at home, in the community or in a nursing facility. If you apply when you're newly hired, you won't have to provide proof of good health or be subject to underwriting requirements. Eligible family members must always provide proof of good health and are subject to underwriting.
• Wellness and Work-life Resources: Penn is committed to supporting our faculty and staff as they balance the competing demands of work and personal life. That's why we offer a wide variety of programs and resources to help you care for your health, your family, and your work-life balance.
• Professional and Personal Development: Penn provides an array of resources to help you advance yourself personally and professionally.
• University Resources: As a member of the Penn community, you have access to a wide range of University resources as well as cultural and recreational activities. Take advantage of the University's libraries and athletic facilities, or visit our arboretum and art galleries. There's always something going on at Penn, whether it's a new exhibit at the Penn Museum, the latest music or theater presentation at the Annenberg Center, or the Penn Relays at Franklin Field to name just a few examples. As a member of the Penn community, you're right in the middle of the excitement-and you and your family can enjoy many of these activities for free.
• Discounts and Special Services: From arts and entertainment to transportation and mortgages, you'll find great deals for University faculty and staff. Not only do Penn arts and cultural centers and museums offer free and discounted admission and memberships to faculty and staff. You can also enjoy substantial savings on other goods and services such as new cars from Ford and General Motors, cellular phone service plans, movie tickets, and admission to theme parks.
• Flexible Work Hours: Flexible work options offer creative approaches for completing work while promoting balance between work and personal commitments. These approaches involve use of non-traditional work hours, locations, and/or job structures.
• Penn Home Ownership Services: Penn offers a forgivable loan for eligible employees interested in buying a home or currently residing in West Philadelphia, which can be used for closing costs or home improvements.
• Adoption Assistance: Penn will reimburse eligible employees on qualified expenses in connection with the legal adoption of an eligible child, such as travel or court fees, for up to two adoptions in your household.

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Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any class protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
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