Aquatics Operations Coordinator SEIU
About the Opportunity
JOB SUMMARY
Reporting to the Aquatics Director, the Aquatics Operations
Coordinator assists with planning and coordinating pool operations,
including
training and supervising lifeguards, developing
and executing staffing schedules, overseeing the facility and
equipment operations, implementing policies and procedures, and
ensuring the pool is in compliance and operating under best
demonstrated practices. This
position will maintain a safe environment that upholds the
Trefethen Aquatic Center's written standards, while ensuring that
the facility remains a major part of a vibrant campus, including
its facilities, programming, and the safety of all users.
Weekend, early morning, evening, and holiday work hours will be
required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's Degree required with 3-5 years of related experience
and/or training or equivalent
combination of education and experience.
Knowledge of best practices in Aquatic Facility management and
programming.
Current Red Cross Lifeguard certification.
Current Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor certification (or
ability to obtain within 60 days).
Current First Aid for Public Safety Personnel certification
(Title 22).
Certified Pool Operator/Aquatic Facility Operator
(preferred).
Ability to navigate the American Red Cross SABA platform.
Demonstrated strength in ability to communicate, negotiate,
and problem-solving skills necessary to successfully manage issues
when resolving conflicts related to direct
reports/members/others.
Must be able to perform duties of a physical nature, including
standing, lifting, sitting, walking, and swimming.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Train and supervise student workers and part-time temporary
staff.
- Assist with scheduling the staff using When to Work software,
and substitute when needed.
- Weekly timekeeping review, experience with Workday
preferred.
- Assess Lifeguard performance through in-service training and
ongoing drills.
- Ability to identify problems, assess alternatives, render
consistent and logical decisions.
- Provide general customer service and cashiering; assist
with signage, schedules and updating the website.
- Assist with set-up, management, and coordination of special
events (swim team practices and meets, water polo practices and
games/tournaments, campus events, etc.).
- Help plan, organize, schedule, and coordinate summer swim
lesson programs.
- Teach American Red Cross courses and provide
certificates.
- Work with staff to ensure student program support.
- Manage conflicts and effectively negotiate resolutions.
- Maintain safe work conditions and comply with established
safety policies, practices, procedures, and requirements.
- Establish and maintain an effective customer service
orientation toward all campus users.
- Conduct surveys as needed. Evaluate and recommend marketing and
advertising venues that align with Northeastern University's
goals.
- Support the implementation, review, and recommendations
related to facility policies and procedures, including facility
access, emergency action plans, and standard operating
procedures.
- Assist with social media, pool website, and online
marketing.
- Establish and maintain effective and productive working
relationships while working in a diverse and multicultural
environment.
- Remain abreast of developments in all aspects of aquatics by
reading, attending conferences,workshops, trainings, and
clinics.
- Ensure the pool is in compliance with all regulatory
requirements.
- Assist in the University's health and safety programs.
- Participate in campus staff meetings and professional training,
as appropriate.
- Assume and perform other related duties as assigned
Position Type
Athletics
Additional Information
Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work
experience, education and skills when extending an offer.
Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit
eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid
time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as
well as commuting & transportation. Visit
https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for
more information.
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, religion,
color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability
status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable
law.
Base Pay Rate:
$35.70
To apply, visit https://northeastern.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/careers/job/Oakland-CA/Aquatics-Operations-Coordinator-SEIU_R141637
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