University of Toledo

Title: Program Coordinator/Challenge Adventure

Department Org: Student Rec Center - 104310

Employee Classification: H3 - Comm Workers of America FT

Bargaining Unit: Communication Workers America

Primary Location: MC AD

Shift: 1

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Job Description:

• Responsible for managing all functions and development of Lifeguard Instructor

program

• Responsible for hiring, training, mentoring, evaluating, disciplining, and supervising

all Lifeguards, water safety instructors, American Red Cross Instructors

• Responsible for providing risk assessments for Aquatic Center
• Manage all formal and informal aquatic and safety related programming as it relates

to participation, revenue, and staffing

• Manage safety trainings, mock emergencies, and semester audits on behalf of the

department

• Responsible for aquatic special event programs
• Assist with the creation, develop of policies and procedures, for the climb wall, high

ropes course, and team building.

• Hire, train, schedule, mentor, supervise, evaluate, and discipline all challenge

student employees

• Coordinate all planning and oversight of challenge area programs and events
• Responsible for maintenance of challenge equipment
• Responsible for leading the safety auditing process of all departmental student

employees, conducting safety training of the departments professional staff

• Serve as chair of the Safety committee for the Department
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor degree in Recreation Administration, Physical Education, Sports Administration or Related Field
• Minimum of two to five (2-5) years’ experience in Aquatic/Pool Management, or Relevant Experience
• Outdoor/Challenge related experience and knowledge
• Demonstrated knowledge of Pool equipment and operations
• Excellent organizational and analytical skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor and/or WSI Certification

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master degree in Recreation Administration, Physical Education, Sports Administration or Related Field
• American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor Trainer and/or Water Safety Instructor Trainer Certification
• Certified Pool Operator

Conditions of Employment:

To promote the highest levels of health and well-being, the University of Toledo campuses are tobacco-free. Pre-employment health screening requirements for the University of Toledo Health Science Campus Medical Center will include drug and other required health screenings for the position.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

The University of Toledo is an equal opportunity employer. The University of Toledo does not discriminate in employment, educational programs, or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, military or veteran status, disability, familial status, or political affiliation.

The University is dedicated to attracting and retaining the best and brightest talent and fostering a culture of respect.

The University of Toledo provides reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require accommodation to complete this application, or for testing or interviewing, please contact HR Compliance at hrcompliance@utoledo.edu or 419-530-4747 between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. or apply online for an accommodation request.

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