Aquatics Manager
Posted on Dec. 27, 2024 by University of California - San Francisco
- San Francisco, United States of America
- $61200.0 - $130600.0
- Full Time
UCSF Aquatics makes life better here by inspiring fitness & providing opportunities to learn to swim through safe, fun, & diverse programming. UCSF boasts three swimming pools across two campuses; an outdoor rooftop pool voted best outdoor pool in SF, and two indoor pools, including a deep water pool on the Parnassus Campus. We offer a diverse array of aquatics programming including an excellent lifeguard service, American Red Cross Learn to Swim programing and certification courses, a US Masters swim team, and a water exercise program.
We are looking for a passionate aquatics professional to join our team, who can envision a new aquatics program and develop a strategy to actualize their vision and draw in membership. This is an excellent opportunity for an Aquatics Manager who is excited to lead a large and diverse group. The Aquatics Manager will lead a team of over 85 staff consisting of lifeguards, coaches, and instructors. The Aquatics Manager will have an opportunity to develop a comprehensive recruitment, training, and professional development program for the aquatics staff. They will also have the opportunity to rebuild and create new programming to meet the needs of UCSF faculty, staff, and students, and the greater community.
Why join our Team? We are passionate fitness professionals dedicated to “making life better” for the UC students, faculty, staff, and the neighboring community. UCSF is recognized globally for its innovation in health science. Be a part of our mission to enrich the human spirt and quality of life. Not only are you surrounded by the beauty and expansion of UCSF campuses, but you are also embraced by diversity and the unity of our members. Your opportunities with UCSF Fitness and Recreation provide you with a supportive and engaging work environment, a dynamic fitness team, and the opportunity to enrich others. Included is access to the fitness centers with state-of-the-art equipment, shuttle transportation, and competitive pay based upon experience.
Manages the daily operations for programs such as instructional fitness, aquatics or other recreational activities. Has autonomy to analyze and resolve problems and determine appropriate action. Supervises aquatics program leaders / instructors. Provides recommendations for the development of program budgets and oversees implementation and monitoring of budget, inventory and other resources. Makes recommendations for policy changes.
Under general direction of the Assistant Director, Fitness Facilities, this position develops and manages the operations, facilities, and programming of the Aquatics unit at UCSF. The incumbent is responsible for program planning and management, coordinating staff scheduling, facility operations, managing risk and safety, and program promotions as it relates to the identified program area. This position performs in-depth analysis and works as a team or independently to administer complex existing projects/programs and contributes to service enhancements/improvements. The incumbent must be aware of current industry trends and have field experience. Incumbent will design safe and effective programs, implement and supervise said programs for UCSF students, Fitness & Recreation members, and the UCSF community; and perform other duties as assigned including but not limited to maintenance and management of equipment and facilities.
The position is independently responsible for overseeing pool chemical and maintenance by UCSF Facility Services, engineering team, Fitness and Recreation Building Maintenance Workers, and outside pool service vendor. Overseeing pool chemical maintenance and pool mechanical maintenance.
The position is responsible for oversight of required certifications for Aquatics staff for lifeguards and instructors. These include the following for lifeguards:
CPR/AED for Lifeguards, validity period one year, course time is 5 hours
Lifeguarding and First Aid Training, validity period three years, course time 32.5 hours
First Aid for Public Safety Personnel (Title 22), validity period three years, course time 15 hour
We are looking for a passionate aquatics professional to join our team, who can envision a new aquatics program and develop a strategy to actualize their vision and draw in membership. This is an excellent opportunity for an Aquatics Manager who is excited to lead a large and diverse group. The Aquatics Manager will lead a team of over 85 staff consisting of lifeguards, coaches, and instructors. The Aquatics Manager will have an opportunity to develop a comprehensive recruitment, training, and professional development program for the aquatics staff. They will also have the opportunity to rebuild and create new programming to meet the needs of UCSF faculty, staff, and students, and the greater community.
Why join our Team? We are passionate fitness professionals dedicated to “making life better” for the UC students, faculty, staff, and the neighboring community. UCSF is recognized globally for its innovation in health science. Be a part of our mission to enrich the human spirt and quality of life. Not only are you surrounded by the beauty and expansion of UCSF campuses, but you are also embraced by diversity and the unity of our members. Your opportunities with UCSF Fitness and Recreation provide you with a supportive and engaging work environment, a dynamic fitness team, and the opportunity to enrich others. Included is access to the fitness centers with state-of-the-art equipment, shuttle transportation, and competitive pay based upon experience.
Manages the daily operations for programs such as instructional fitness, aquatics or other recreational activities. Has autonomy to analyze and resolve problems and determine appropriate action. Supervises aquatics program leaders / instructors. Provides recommendations for the development of program budgets and oversees implementation and monitoring of budget, inventory and other resources. Makes recommendations for policy changes.
Under general direction of the Assistant Director, Fitness Facilities, this position develops and manages the operations, facilities, and programming of the Aquatics unit at UCSF. The incumbent is responsible for program planning and management, coordinating staff scheduling, facility operations, managing risk and safety, and program promotions as it relates to the identified program area. This position performs in-depth analysis and works as a team or independently to administer complex existing projects/programs and contributes to service enhancements/improvements. The incumbent must be aware of current industry trends and have field experience. Incumbent will design safe and effective programs, implement and supervise said programs for UCSF students, Fitness & Recreation members, and the UCSF community; and perform other duties as assigned including but not limited to maintenance and management of equipment and facilities.
The position is independently responsible for overseeing pool chemical and maintenance by UCSF Facility Services, engineering team, Fitness and Recreation Building Maintenance Workers, and outside pool service vendor. Overseeing pool chemical maintenance and pool mechanical maintenance.
The position is responsible for oversight of required certifications for Aquatics staff for lifeguards and instructors. These include the following for lifeguards:
CPR/AED for Lifeguards, validity period one year, course time is 5 hours
Lifeguarding and First Aid Training, validity period three years, course time 32.5 hours
First Aid for Public Safety Personnel (Title 22), validity period three years, course time 15 hour
The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.
our placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.
The salary range for this position is $61,200 - $130,600 (Annual Rate).
To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html
Department Description
UCSF Fitness and Recreation operates two fitness centers at UCSF. We provide fitness and wellbeing services to UCSF Students, Faculty, Staff and Community members through a broad range of fitness, recreation, aquatics, personal training, outdoor programs, and health and wellness programs.
We make life better here by inspiring fitness and wellbeing for everyone. UCSF Fitness & Recreation’s mission is to enrich the human spirit, quality of life, and community at UCSF. We are passionate fitness and recreation professionals committed to doing quality work. We fulfill that mission by providing our members with exceptional service, knowledgeable staff, a wide variety of activities, and a clean environment. We are a customer service division, providing needed services on all UCSF campus sites and delivering these services with PRIDE: Professionalism, Respect, Integrity, Diversity and Excellence.
We make life better here by inspiring fitness and wellbeing for everyone. UCSF Fitness & Recreation’s mission is to enrich the human spirit, quality of life, and community at UCSF. We are passionate fitness and recreation professionals committed to doing quality work. We fulfill that mission by providing our members with exceptional service, knowledgeable staff, a wide variety of activities, and a clean environment. We are a customer service division, providing needed services on all UCSF campus sites and delivering these services with PRIDE: Professionalism, Respect, Integrity, Diversity and Excellence.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in related area and five or more years of related experience including 3+ years of lead/supervisory/manager experience; and / or equivalent experience / training.
- American Red Cross CPR/AED for Lifeguards
- American Red Cross Lifeguarding and First Aid
- American Red Cross Lifeguarding Instructor
- American Red Cross First Aid for Public Safety Personnel (Title 22) (active or obtained within 1 year of hire)
- American Red Cross First Aid for Public Safety Personnel (Title 22) Instructor (active or obtained within 1 year of hire)
- American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor (active or obtained within 1 year of hire)
- American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor Trainer (active or obtained within 1 year of hire)
- Professional aquatics experience.
- Professional experience and proven ability to lead aquatics programs
- Professional experience and proven skillset, knowledge and ability to maintain swimming pool equipment and chemicals
- Proven leadership and interpersonal skills.
- Strong knowledge of program activity and industry best practices.
- Demonstrated strong leadership and interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively across the organization, internally and externally in non-routine situations.
- Uses highly developed and creative problem-solving skills to deliver and foster a strong service orientation, program management, and sound judgment and decision-making; uses strong critical thinking skills to develop original ideas, in a varied and chall
- Strong client service-minded focus, entrepreneurial spirit, and creative thinking skills.
- Thorough demonstrated verbal and written communication skills.
- Thorough proficiency in the use of basic computer applications relevant to job duties.
- Ability to develop and lead customer driven programs, services and promotions.
- MS Office Word, Excel and PowerPoint proficient.
- Excellent communication & coaching skills.
- Ability to apply UCSF HR policies.
- Ability to apply industry trends.
- Ability to exercise independent judgment.
Preferred Qualifications
- 3 or more years in professional Aquatics Management
- Certified Pool Operator certification.
- Knowledge of UCSF policies and procedures a plus.
- Experience using CSI PMS Software.
- Strong knowledge of campus policies and procedures.
License/Certification
- American Red Cross CPR/AED for Lifeguards
- American Red Cross Lifeguarding and First Aid
- American Red Cross Lifeguarding Instructor
- American Red Cross First Aid for Public Safety Personnel (Title 22) (active or obtained within 1 year of hire)
- American Red Cross First Aid for Public Safety Personnel (Title 22) Instructor (active or obtained within 1 year of hire)
- American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor (active or obtained within 1 year of hire)
- American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor Trainer (active or obtained within 1 year of hire)
About UCSF
The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world’s leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.
Pride Values
UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence – also known as our PRIDE values.
In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity – both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available at diversity.ucsf.edu
Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.
In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity – both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available at diversity.ucsf.edu
Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of California San Francisco is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
Organization
Campus
Job Code and Payroll Title
004137 RECR SUPV 2
Job Category
Sports and Recreation, Supervisory / Management
Bargaining Unit
99 - Policy-Covered (No Bargaining Unit)
Employee Class
Career
Percentage
100%
Location
San Francisco, CA
Campus
Mission Bay (SF), Various Work Sites
Work Style
Fully On-Site
Shift
Days, Evenings, Weekends
Shift Length
8 Hours
Additional Shift Details
Monday - Friday; 8:00 AM -5:00 PM; With potential for mornings, evenings and weekends
Advertised until:
Jan. 26, 2025
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