Job Details

Aquatics Program Manager

Position Number: 6706724
Location: Salt Lake City, UT
Position Type: Student Affairs and Services

Aquatics Program Manager

Job Summary

Working within the division of Student Affairs in the Campus Recreation Services department the Manager, Aquatics Programs manages, schedules, and coordinates the Crimson Lagoon recreation aquatic facilities in collaboration with the Manager, Aquatics, Risk, and Safety. They hire, train, develop, and supervise lifeguards, head lifeguards, and staff for aquatic instructional programs. They are fiscally responsible for all aquatic budgets and reports. This position works with internal campus community and external facility rentals assisting with space utilization of the three pools at the Crimson Lagoon.

At University of Utah, we ask a lot of our employees, which is why we give so much in return. In addition to your competitive salary, medical/dental/vision/life plan and upto14.2% contribution to your retirement plan, Campus Recreation Services offers this position the following perks, including:

Flexibility: Up to 4 days a month (depending on your work) feel free to skip the commute and hit your deadlines from home.
Office Culture: We have a highly collaborative office. Dress code is relaxed business/casual -we want you to be comfortable. Group and team activities to get to know your co-workers and step outside the office. Kick back and refocus in the relaxation room.
Wellness in action: Take advantage of our many health and wellness programs on-campus and virtually. This includes mental health and resiliency support, nutrition services, and more. Free membership to the Eccles Student Life Center. Free sport and outdoor equipment rental, fitness classes, Intramural Sports participation.
Community: Discounted and sometimes free admission to arts, cultural, museum, lectures and select sporting events on campus.
Learning: In addition to the many free educational opportunities on campus, the University offers50% tuition reduction for eligible employees and their families. We also offer many professional development opportunities and an annual budget to develop your skills.

Other benefits and services include:

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Supplemental Retirement Savings Plans (403(b), Roth 403(b), 457(b))
WellU Employee Wellness Program
Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance (AD&D)
Supplemental Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Long Term Care Insurance
Hyatt Legal Plans
UESP 529 College Savings Plan
Auto/Home Insurance
Family and Medical Leave Act

Campus Recreation Services is located at the George S. Eccles Student Life Center, which connects student Life with academic life to create an engaged campus community. Amenities include a 50-meter pool, indoor and outdoor leisure pools, large indoor hot tub/spa, 320-yard indoor running track, bouldering and 4-story climbing wall, 5 sport courts, racquetball courts, 4 group fitness studios, and a combative room. Additional amenities include Shake Smart, and Athletic Training. Campus Recreation Services operates and schedules three outdoor turf fields, an outdoor track, and four sand volleyball courts.

Responsibilities

Hire, train, develop, and supervise student lifeguards, head lifeguards, learn to swim instructors.
Program and schedule the Crimson Lagoon to meet the needs of the user groups and maintain recreation space for the University community.
Develop, manage, and grow aquatic programs, events, and rentals for the campus community.
Plan and instruct American Red Cross courses and other applicable certification courses as needed.
Support departmental emergency response and safety drills.
Maintain the purchasing, pricing, maintenance, and repair of aquatic program and lifeguarding equipment.
Conduct daily, weekly, monthly and annual inspections; ensure a clean and enjoyable experience for guests.
Supports the staffing and supervision of CRS facility rentals and events working with the Membership and Scheduling Manager.
Maintain all required certifications.
Continual review and update of operational and employee manuals.
Daily, weekly, monthly and yearly reports and program assessment records.
Provide patron service and assist in resolving patron issues.
Foster a strong and positive learning culture for students and help them to increase enthusiasm and understanding of the learning process.
Assist in developing budget information for functional areas and monitoring revenue and expenses.
Manage all program marketing working with the marketing team for all advertising and publicity for programs.
Assist with the department's student leadership development training for all students in a leadership role.
Assist with department and division wide programs and initiatives.
Attend local, regional, and national conferences to stay current on industry trends or practices.
Assess and report on all aspects and functions of position and support the standards and learning outcomes as illustrated in NIRSA and CAS standards.
Work with the department of Campus Recreation Services to provide high quality programming, engaging and developing students in a manner that enhances their ability to be successful, adding to the campus experience and representing the University of Utah to the highest standards.
Attend regular professional staff meetings.
Must be able to work a flexible schedule including nights and weekends. Opportunity to telecommute 4 days per month. Working a flexible schedule to best meet the needs of the position and work life balance.
Other duties as assigned.

PROBLEM SOLVING
The incumbent provides independent oversight and decision making for all facilities, operations and programs, including internal, University and external groups. The appropriate administration of activities for including planning, staffing, and application of CRS and University Risk Management guidelines and policies is crucial, as selected staff are responsible for making decisions in life altering situations. Must communicate effectively with all guests and program participants, work with multiple levels of personalities, and respond to operational changes and emergency situations.

REPORTING RESPONSIBILITY This position reports to the Associate Director of Operations.

This job description is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.Work Environment and Level of Frequency typically requiredNearly Continuously: Office environment.Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be requiredNearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing, listening, talking.Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking.Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead.

Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in a related field plus two years of related experience or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience). Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills also required.

Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

Preferences
Master's Degree, Lifeguard Instructor, Certified Pool Operator, Water Safety Instructor certifications, Connect 2 software experience, Fusion software experience. American Red Cross
CPR/First Aid Instructor certification.

Special Instructions

Requisition Number: PRN43520B
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Work Schedule Summary: Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm. Some evenings and weekends may be required.
Department: 00314 - Campus Recreation
Location: Campus
Pay Rate Range: 50,000.00 to 55,000.00
Close Date: 2/6/2026
Open Until Filled:

To apply, visit https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/191685