Aquatics Graduate Assistant

Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for hiring, training, scheduling, supervision, development, and evaluation of approximately 60 student employees including Program Assistants, Head Lifeguards, Lifeguards and Swim Instructors
• Coordinate and oversee aquatic special events and instructional programs to include group and private swim lessons, lifeguard training, and other courses as appropriate
• Maintain records and reports on the day-to-day operation of pool to include daily bather load totals, water chemistry documentation and inventories
• Handle staff payroll and assist in program area budget development
• Develop and oversee lifeguard scheduling to include breaks and holidays
• Develop and facilitate monthly in-service training sessions with program assistance
• Create resource guides, procedural manuals, and other tools for employee reference
• Responsible covering lifeguard shifts in emergency situations or getting them covered

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year institution
• Admittance into a WVU graduate program
• Successful completion of criminal background check
• American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor

Preferred Requirements

• Certified Pool Operator
• American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor
• Prior experience with Fusion, Connect2Concepts and When2Work
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a strong attention to detail
• Ability to work with and lead diverse groups
• Prior supervisory or leadership experience
• Prior customer service experience
• Prior campus recreation experience
• Competent knowledge of general computer programs including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.