We are seeking a detail-oriented, change-driving, and can-do attitude leader to help us advance our mission of connecting, educating, and inspiring people to lifelong activity and wellbeing. 

Let us share with you why you should become a Lion at East Texas A&M:

• We have started the construction phase of a $17 million expansion and renovation project set for completion in June 2026. You will have a direct impact on areas relating to fitness equipment and spaces as well as other aspects of the project.
• Discover Dallas/Fort Worth, Rockwall, and East Texas
• Embrace the East Texas A&M, Student Affairs, and Campus Rec life.
• Move with confidence with relocation funds.
• Utilize an Alternate Work Location one to two days a week, depending on the season, within 4.5 months of work, and a performance evaluation on file.
• Earn a senior title and a pay raise after meeting certain milestones
• Utilize individual yearly funding of $2,400 for professional development, including membership to a professional organization, attending conferences and tournaments, and getting certifications.

Applicants must apply through this East Texas A&M University Workday portal for full consideration. DO NOT APPLY THROUGH THE JOB POSTING BOARD.

SUMMARY:

The Coordinator of Aquatics & Member Services is responsible for the daily management of the aquatics facility and programming and shared responsibility for other facility operations. This position ensures safe and effective program delivery to the University community that includes swim lessons, open recreation, and special events programming. This position facilitates risk management training and ensures Campus Recreation meets University, local, state, and national requirements. This position also oversees member services.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Aquatics
• Responsible for the day-to-day operations of the seasonal outdoor pool area that includes a heated leisure pool (beach-type entry, fountains, water tunnel, current channel, bubble jet benches, 3-lap lanes), 2-tier hot tub, 2 basketball courts, event pavilion, and a sunbathing area.
• Recruit, hire, train, schedule, and evaluate all student employees for areas of responsibility (head guards, lifeguards, and safety instructors) in compliance with departmental and university regulations.
• Directly supervise student payroll for assigned areas, in compliance with departmental and university regulations.
• Lead monthly Lifeguard in-services and ensure aquatics staff training is within local and state compliance for operation.
• Oversee pool water testing, administering chemicals to maintain proper pool levels, chemical supply ordering, and proper storage of chemicals.
• Coordinate all Aquatic programming, including a comprehensive adult and child swim lesson program, and student events.
• Oversee the Aquatics program budget and purchase aquatic equipment and supplies.
• Assist with the development, implementation, evaluation, and enforcement of all rules and regulations pertaining to aquatics and facility operations.
• Risk Management
• Assist with risk management for the department by supervising safety instructors and managing the CPR class schedule.
• Evaluate and reduce risk in the department as well as ensuring student staff certifications and trainings are up to date.
• Serves as a liaison for Campus Recreation and assists external and internal partners with the coordination and supervision of the preventative maintenance plan for all aquatics equipment associated with the Morris Recreation Center.
• Member Services
• Responsible for non-student member outreach and appreciation to increase retention.
• Manage locker sales and refreshing expired lockers.
• Review point of sale efficiency and provide alternatives.
• Oversee towel service including purchasing and upkeep.
• Assist in the development and implementation of long-term and short-term goals for the department of Campus Recreation.
• Must be able to obtain within the first 6 months of employment the following certifications provided by Campus Recreation: Certified Pool Operator, Lifeguard Instructor, and CPR/AED/FA Instructor.
• Stay up to date on best practices in aquatics and member services through involvement in NIRSA and related organizations trainings, certifications and/or conferences.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience (ex: high school diploma and four years of experience or Associates and two years of experience may substitute degree).
• Experience / Knowledge / Skills: One year of combined, related experience in aquatics management in a collegiate, community, or private programming setting (part time work, graduate assistantships and internships are acceptable and count as half time).
  1. Additional education may be considered as a substitution for the minimum experience requirements
     1. Example: Master’s degree and some experience in aquatics management

• Licensing/Professional Certifications: Lifeguard Certification
• Physical Requirements: Move equipment weighing up to 50 lbs.

About East Texas A&M University

About ETAMU, Campus Rec. We are Lions! Welcome! We are excited that you want to forge your future with a career at East Texas A&M University. Our main campus is located in Commerce, Texas, at the eastern edge of North Texas with multiple instructional sites as well as a robust online presence. We are proud to be one of the largest universities in the prestigious Texas A&M University System. Since 1889 A&M-Commerce has educated the people of Texas and, ever increasingly, points beyond. We remain true to our founder William Leonidas Mayo’s creed of “ceaseless industry, fearless investigation, unfettered thought, and unselfish service to others. ”East Texas A&M University is committed to and promotes equal opportunity for all. This commitment includes equal employment opportunity, affirmative action, and program accessibility. It is also committed to make its workplaces, campuses, and programs accessible to all, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation or gender identity. Furthermore, we encourage and foster a workplace community where individuals are valued for their diverse backgrounds. East Texas A&M University is a Veterans/Disability Employer.

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