Posting Details

Posting Details

Posting NumberS03221PWorking TitleSTUDENT AFFAIRS SPECIALIST IIDepartmentRec Sports Recreational Sports AdminAbout the University of Georgia

The University of Georgia (UGA), a land-grant and sea-grant university with statewide commitments and responsibilities is the state’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (http://www.uga.edu/). UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA was founded in 1785 by the Georgia General Assembly as the first state-chartered University in the country. UGA employs approximately 1,800 full-time instructional faculty and more than 7,600 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 36,000 students including over 27,500 undergraduates and over 8,500 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 17 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.

About the College/Unit/Department

The Department of Recreational Sports in the Division of Student Affairs promotes healthy lifestyle choices by providing development, growth, and education for the University of Georgia through the spirit of recreation.

College/Unit/Department websiterecsports.uga.eduPosting TypeExternalRetirement PlanTRSEmployment TypeEmployeeBenefits EligibilityBenefits EligibleFull/Part timeFull TimeWork ScheduleAdditional Schedule Information

Monday – Friday, 40 hours per week. Some nights or weekends may be required for special events.

Advertised Salary$34,000 - $41,000Posting Date05/17/2019Open until filledYesClosing DateProposed Starting Date07/15/2019Special Instructions to ApplicantsLocation of VacancyAthens Area EEO Policy Statement

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status.

Position Information

Classification TitleStudent Services Paraprofessional/ProfessionalPay GradeFLSAJob FamilyInstitutional/Legal ResearchFTE1.00Minimum Qualifications

Requires technical knowledge in the field acquired through an apprenticeship, a 2-year degree, or professional certificate. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualificaitons.

Preferred Qualifications

•A bachelor’s degree in recreation or a related field from an accredited college or university and two years’ work experience managing aquatics programs and training/supervising aquatics staff. Master’s degree in recreation or related field is preferred.

•Current American Red Cross certificates in Lifeguard Training and CPR for the Professional Rescuer.

•Current American Red Cross Instructor Certifications in Water Safety, Lifeguard Training, First Aid/CPR/AED, and Certified Pool Operator and Instructor Trainer.

Position Summary

This position is an integral part of the Recreational Sports Aquatics area and reports directly to the Assistant Director for Aquatics. The Coordinator will participate in the programming and daily operations of the Ramsey Student Center Natatorium (open 110+ hours per week). This position supports academic classes, varsity swimming and diving team activities, student recreational programming and special events. Primary duties include recruiting, hiring, training, scheduling and supervising a staff of lifeguards and aquatics instructors; developing and managing revenue-producing aquatic programs; and assisting with the department’s safety training, risk management, business continuity plan, and Emergency Action Plans (EAP’s). This position will supervise one graduate assistant and 100-125 student staff members. Additionally, this person assists with providing overall leadership for the Recreational Sports staff in the development and implementation of recreational programs and services for the University of Georgia community.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

•Excellent knowledge of aquatics programming and management
•Evidence of training staff in student learning and development outcomes
•Excellent direct programming experience
•Excellent interpersonal and communications skills
•Proven ability in developing effective working relationships with university students, faculty, staff, alumni, administrators and the community
•Proven dynamic and innovative leadership in recreational sports with the ability to work successfully individually and as a member of a team
•Evidence of supervisory experience
•Experience in fiscal management, assessment and evaluations

Physical Demands

While performing the normal duties of the job, the employee will frequently move throughout the 440,000 sq. ft Ramsey Student Center to stand, walk, sit, and reach. The employee will occasionally climb up and down ladders and in small spaces; walk across narrow accesses such as 1.5 ft. widths, and operate department owned vehicles to run job related errands. Frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift/move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to focus. Ability to distinguish between non-toxic air flow and noxious odors.

Is driving required to perform essential duties outlined in this position? (This does not include infrequent trips) The successful candidate would have to provide proof that s/he has a valid driver's license when offered employment.Does this position have financial responsibilities?YesDoes this position require a P-Card? NoIs having a P-Card an essential function of this position? NoCredit and P-Card policy

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

Program and Policy Management:
•Manage the Aquatic programs offered, including American Red Cross Safety Programs, and any additional programs in order to meet the needs of the student body and university community.
•Recruit, train, motivate and supervise qualified instructor personnel for non-credit instruction including, but not limited to: American Red Cross Lifeguard Training, Community First Aid and Safety, Water Safety Instructor (WSI), Lifeguarding Instructor (LGI), and CPR for the Professional Rescuer. Conduct evaluations of instructors and programs to assess program quality and receive participant feedback.
•Assist the Assistant Director for Aquatics in the dissemination of information pertaining to the operation of the facility. Actively participate in the continual process of updating policies and procedures including but not limited to the revision of personnel manuals and training techniques.
•Implement marketing strategies that promote the aquatic programs and natatorium. Work in conjunction with other areas of the department to ensure the marketing materials have a consistent look and message.

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Personnel Management:
•Assist in the recruitment, training, supervision and evaluation of a staff of 100-125 Lifeguards, Aquatics Managers, Swim Lesson Instructors, Safety Training Instructors, and Program Assistant(s).
•Direct oversight of the Graduate Assistant for Aquatics.

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Risk Management:
•Assist with the development and implementation of risk management policies and procedures for the Aquatics area.
•Evaluate existing policies according to industry standards and make changes when necessary.
•Coordinate the CPR/First Aid/AED training for all Recreational Sports staff members including 30+ Professional Staff and 500+ Student Staff members.
•Development and implementation of department wide safety audit program.
•Serve as the Co-Chair of the Recreational Sports Risk Management Committee.
•Collaborate with all Recreational Sports program areas to develop area specific Business Continuity Plans, Emergency Action Plans (EAP’s), and safety procedures.
•Collaborate with other entities on campus including the Office of Emergency Preparedness to create a safer campus environment.

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Facility Management:
•Assist in ensuring that all swimming pools and related areas are operating above the minimum standard set forth by local, state and/or national agencies. Assist in ensuring that all aquatic personnel are properly informed and prepared to implement the established emergency action plans. Assist in the creation and/or revision of emergency action plans as needed.
•Provide evening and weekend supervision of the Ramsey Student Center and special events conducted in the Recreational Sports facilities.

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Fiscal Management:
•Assist in the development and administration of budgets pertaining to aquatic programs for the Department of Recreational Sports.

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Strategic Management and Planning:
•Work as an integral member of the Recreational Sports staff in pursuing the departmental vision of providing the best possible recreational learning opportunities every day through excellent facilities, programs, services, and experiences.
•Other duties as assigned.

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1. * Do you possess a valid driver's license?
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Applicant DocumentsRequired Documents

1. Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents