Job location: University Campus

Employment Type: Full-time
Posted data: 2021-11-01
Req: R6049
Job Description Summary

Under the supervision of the Director of Fitness and Recreation, the Assistant Director of Aquatics and Fitness is responsible for offering a variety of programs at the wellness center pool and the lakefront. Programs at the wellness center pool includes private swim lessons, lifeguard certification courses and special programs. The Assistant Director will also be in charge of managing the day-to-day operations and maintenance of the wellness center pool and lakefront while providing excellent customer service in keeping with the Saint Leo’s Benedictine values.

Job Description

Duties and Tasks:

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Scheduling of pool events such as parties, summer camps, intramurals, etc.
• Supervise the operation and develop the pool maintenance schedule including maintaining pool chemistry, filtration, and chemical feed systems.
• Ensure chemicals in the pool are constantly monitored and comply with local, state, and federal guidelines for pool operation.
• Perform maintenance as needed
• Purchasing of equipment, gear, and supplies
• Ensure all space and equipment used by the aquatics program at the pool and lakefront is in safe, operating condition and work with the appropriate maintenance staff to ensure necessary repairs are made.
• Ensure all lifeguards and instructors possess and maintain appropriate American Red Cross certifications and comply to local, state,and federal regulations pertaining to pool and lakefront operations.
• Work with the Director of Recreation to develop, manage, and monitor the aquatics program budget.
• Manage the hiring, training, and staffing for the aquatics program including the lifeguards at the wellness center pool and the lakefront.
• Manage 20 to 25 lifeguards, including hiring training and scheduling.
• Work with the Director of Recreation to develop short and long term goals, coordinate special events, revise departmental policies and procedures, enhance student development, and interact with other campus entities.
• Assist with the oversight of all recreation special events, gymnasium, fitness center, and pool.
• Assist with intramural events as needed

Knowledge:

• A successful candidate will have experience in aquatics programming, management, and experience supervising staff.
• Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university required
• Master’s degree preferred from a regionally accredited college or university specializing in Kinesiology, Exercise Science, Physical Education, Recreation, or related field preferred.
• Knowledge risk management, pool chemistry, state health code guidelines, and fiscal management preferred.

Skills:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
• Skills in planning, organizing, systematizing, implementing and follow up are essential.
• Must possess and maintain minimum required aquatics certifications.

Special Instructions

ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are a representation of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The term “qualified individual with a disability” means an individual with a disability who, with or without reasonable accommodation, can perform the essential functions of this position.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate professionally in person, over the telephone, through email and other electronic means, move about the office and University, handle various type of media and equipment, and visually or otherwise identify, observe and assess. The employee is occasionally required to lift up to 10 pounds unless otherwise specified in the job description.

NOTICE:

The intent of this job description is to provide a representation of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the total specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. Saint Leo University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces diversity as a critical step in ensuring employee, student and graduate success.

Why Work at Saint Leo?

What it’s Like to Work Here: Ask our employees and the one word they’d use to describe working at Saint Leo University is “Community.” Our team members all share the Saint Leo core values, positive attitudes, and problem-solving abilities, enabling them to provide excellent student centered service. Our mission is educating and preparing students for life and leadership in a challenging world. Thank you for your interest in joining the Saint Leo PRIDE!

We are committed to providing our employees with the support they need. At Saint Leo, we offer an array of medical, dental, and vision packages as well as several add-on perks to make your benefits package truly customizable to you and your family needs. Available benefits based on employment status (Full Time vs Part Time).

• Inclusive Group Health Plan (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• Group Health Plan features include Teledoc, Surgery Plus!, Wellness Incentive Program, Nationwide Pet Insurance, just to name a few!
• Health Reimbursement Account (University Paid!) and Flexible Spending Accounts (healthcare and dependent options)
• Tuition Remission (Employee, Spouse, and Dependents)*
• Tuition Exchange opportunity for dependent of employees*
• Paid Personal Leave (Sick, Vacation, Holidays)
• 403b - Annual match 3%-9% of pay based on employee’s contribution. University match and fully vested within one month of hire date.
• Basic Life and AD&D Insurance valued at 30k (University Paid!)
• Income Protection Benefits after one year
• Additional options for supplemental insurance

*Eligibility based on meeting required service period