Job Details

Assistant Director of Aquatics

Position Number: 6273251
Location: Statesboro, GA
Position Type: Health - Sports Mgmt, Recreation & Leisure Studies

Assistant Director of Aquatics

Job ID: 286357
Location: Statesboro, Georgia
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular

About Us

Join Our Team at Georgia Southern!

Georgia Southern is a dynamic university with three vibrant campuses in Hinesville, Savannah and Statesboro serving the communities in Southeast Georgia. As a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 institution, our world-class scholars instruct about 26,000 students in associate's, bachelor's, master's and doctoral level degree programs. Whether you are seeking the charm of a small town, the traditions of a historical/urban destination near the beach or supporting our military service members and their families, Georgia Southern offers its faculty and staff the best of all worlds!

Beyond an ideal location, there is a place for you to work in an exciting environment abounding with opportunities for personal and professional growth. We are steeped in tradition and devoted to academic distinction in teaching, scholarship and service. In 2018 Forbes Magazine listed Georgia Southern, along with 10 other Georgia companies or institutions, as one of America's Best Midsize Employers. Georgia Southern University is passionate about serving our region while preparing our students to be lifelong scholars, leaders, and responsible stewards of their communities and the world.

To learn more about Georgia Southern's Vision, Mission and Values please click here: https://president.georgiasouthern.edu/performance-excellence/mission-values/

Location

Statesboro Campus - Statesboro, GA

Department Information

RAC Operations

Job Summary

This position is responsible for providing leadership, oversight, direction, and supervision of the Aquatic Center and associated programs. This position will work collaboratively with multiple stakeholders, including university units, student organizations, and external groups in the delivery and support of aquatic events and programs.

Responsibilities

Recruit, hire, train, develop, and supervise 20 ' 30 student staff including graduate assistant(s), lifeguards, and team leaders
Serve on University and departmental work teams and committees, and assist with department and/or facility special events
Manage operations for indoor pools, outdoor pools, hot tubs and sauna including manage physical/mechanical systems associated with the aquatic center including the pump room and maintenance service contracts
Establish the vision, identity, and values for CRI's Aquatics Center and develop strategies that drive growth, continuous improvement, safety, quality of programs, participant satisfaction, and improving administrative processes to increase efficiencies and achieve goals
Provide leadership of program development including strategic planning, marketing, budgeting, execution, and assessment of programs and student learning outcomes
Purchase and maintain aquatic equipment, chemicals, and supplies inventory
Foster community and campus partnerships in support of the Aquatics Program
Serve on departmental Risk Management Team
Assure appropriate risk management standards are in place for all aquatic programs and services to meet or exceed industry standards
Monitor industry trends to make appropriate modifications to current programs, equipment, risk management policies, and operational procedures

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in recreation, management, or related field
Aquatic certification from a nationally accredited body

Required Experience

Three (3) or more years of related work experience

Preferred Qualifications

Additional Preferred Qualifications

Membership and active participant in NIRSA

Preferred Educational Qualifications

Master's Degree
Current Certified Pool Operator (CPO) or Aquatic Facility Operator (AFO) certification
Current American Red Cross Lifeguarding, Water Safety Instructor, or Lifeguarding Instructor certification
Current American Red Cross Instructor Trainer (IT) for Water Safety, Lifeguarding or First Aid and CPR/AED certification

Preferred Experience

Three (3) to five (5) years experience in collegiate recreation setting
Experience producing large aquatic special events
Experience instructing swim lessons
Experience managing aquatics facilities including a pump room
Supervisory experience

Proposed Salary

$50,173 - $63,955

This is an exempt position paid on a monthly basis.

Required Documents to Attach

Resume
Cover Letter
Two (2) Professional References

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES

Consistently exhibit engaging customer service
Ability to support various constituencies served by the University
Proven proficiency with computers and Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position

KNOWLEDGE

Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success

SKILLS

Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills
Conflict resolution skills

Apply Before Date

July 2, 2025

Application review may begin as early as June 10, 2025.

Contact Information

For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact the Department of Human Resources by phone at (912) 478-6947 or by email at hrservice@georgiasouthern.edu.

For technical support, please call the USG Service Desk at (877) 251.2644, or email support@usg.edu.

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Conditions of Employment

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Georgia Southern University, as determined by Georgia Southern University in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.

Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.

Legally authorized to work in the United States for the duration of employment without assistance from the University.

Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation.

Georgia Southern University is a Tobacco and Smoke-Free Community.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Georgia Southern University provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, religion, age, veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. Individuals in need of reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in the search process should notify Human Resources: (912) 478-6947.

Other Information

Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation.
Work generally performed in an office environment.
Workweek may occasionally extend beyond 40 hours.
Occasional travel may be required.

Background Check

Standard + Education

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