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INTRODUCTION
Reporting to the Associate Director for Facilities, the Aquatics and Programs Coordinator’s primary responsibilities include:
- Management of daily operations of the Campus Recreation Aquatics Center
- Developing and directing Aquatic programming including Learn to Swim and Lifeguarding/Water Safety Instructor programs
- Supervision and development of 30 student employees working in the Aquatics area
- Managing Campus Recreation Center facility rentals and aiding in the overall operation of the facility
- Developing and managing Aquatic Budget
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Aquatics Management
- Plan and supervise safe management of aquatic facility daily operations. Operate aquatic facility to meet all applicable state and local health standards. Obtain necessary facility inspections and certificates
- Establish, coordinate, and implement appropriate risk management plans for Campus Recreation facilities and programs
- Coordinate maintenance and repairs with Operations and Maintenance. Submit and track work orders to completion
- Monitor and record daily pool participation statistics for open rec swim, rentals, and special events
- Review, recommend, and implement policies and procedures related to the aquatics facility, programs, and staff
- Establish and publish an operating schedule that maximizes the efficient use of the facility and reflects established usage priorities. Work cooperatively with representatives from Campus Recreation, Kinesiology, University departments, student organizations, swim and dive teams, and community groups to schedule, staff, and supervise activities in the Campus Recreation Aquatics Center
- Responsible for ensuring daily pool cleaning and deck cleaning protocols are completed
- Collaborate with the Associate Director of Facilities to coordinate the scheduling and supervision of the aquatic facility by campus and community groups
- Assist with all work orders for the Campus Recreation Center
- Assist with monitoring maintenance and custodial services to ensure the facility is kept clean and work orders are completed
- Serve on the departmental Risk Management Committee
Aquatic Programming
- Develop, coordinate, implement, and evaluate group and private swim lesson program
- Recruit, hire, train, and evaluate Learn to Swim Instructors
- Maintain a year-round private swim lesson program
- Develop and maintain a schedule of group swim lessons offered throughout the year
- Plan, schedule, and implement American Red Cross Lifeguard, CPR/AED, First Aid, and Water Safety Instructor classes
- Direct First Aid and CPR training program for all Campus Recreation staff members. Develop and implement annual CPR class schedules. Train, supervise, and schedule instructors
Personnel Administration
- Recruit, hire, train, schedule, and evaluate aquatic facility staff. Conduct staff training and water safety skills testing
- Plan, schedule, and carry out aquatics staff in-service training in accordance with industry standards
- Schedule appropriate staffing levels for open rec swim, facility rentals, academic classes, and special events
- Maintain records of certifications and ensure all employees have current safety certifications
- Champion the Department of Campus Recreation’s values of openness, respect, and dignity
- Articulate, lead, and hold accountable student employees in Campus Recreation’s expectations of welcoming all people regardless of identities and abilities
Facility Reservations
- Assist in managing facility rental and reservation requests for on and off-campus groups. Coordinate rental information, set up needs, and space allocations based on established usage priorities
- Coordinate set-up, access, and operation of special events. Provide onsite supervision for special events as needed
- Assist with ensuring a high level of customer service for all groups and individuals utilizing the Campus Recreation Center
Fiscal Management
- Develop and manage Aquatic staff and operation budget of over $100,000 in accordance with university and departmental policies
- Accurately forecast, track, and record Aquatic expenditures
- Monitor and execute bi-weekly payroll information and operating expenses
- Properly and responsibly manage university purchasing card for programmatic and departmental purchases
- Develop and implement a schedule for the replacement of aquatics equipment
- Cultivate opportunities to expand departmental revenue
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree in Recreation, Sports Management, Student Personnel, or related degree + 2 years experience required.
Required
- American Red Cross Lifeguard
- American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor (WSI)
- American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor (LGI)
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor Trainer (WSIT)
- Certified Pool Operator (CPO)
- Aquatic Facility Operation certification (AFO)
Experience with managing the following:
- Learn to Swim program
- Lifeguard training program
- Managing swim/dive meets
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Quality interpersonal and teamwork skills
- Excellent leadership and decision-making skills
- Strong planning and organizational skills
- Knowledge of current trends and industry standards in recreational sports facility management
- Must be able to multi-task and handle multiple projects simultaneously
- Ability to handle stressful situations and excellent conflict resolution skills
- Value customer service, honesty, integrity, team development, and student development
Minimum 2 years experience in managing university or community aquatic facilities
Minimum 1-year experience supervising employees
Any candidate who is offered this position will be required to go through a pre-employment criminal background check as mandated by state law.
Application review will begin immediately.
Minimum Education
Bachelor's Degree
Preferred Education
Bachelor's Degree
Minimum Experience
2 years
Salary
$37,128/yr
Minimum Pay Grade
S68
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Program Coordinator
Frame your degree as field-specific
USCIS requires a direct connection between your degree and the Program Coordinator role. Document how your major maps to the program's subject area, a generic business degree supporting a public health program needs a stronger narrative than a public health degree does.
Target cap-exempt organizations first
Universities, teaching hospitals, and nonprofit research institutions are exempt from the H-1B annual cap. Program Coordinator roles are common in these settings, so you can start in April rather than waiting for an October start date.
Check LCA filing history on Migrate Mate
Pull each employer's Labor Condition Application history before applying. Migrate Mate surfaces which organizations have filed LCAs for Program Coordinator roles, so you can focus your applications on employers with a documented track record.
Verify prevailing wage before negotiating
Your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your location and SOC code. Run your target city and the relevant occupation code through the OFLC Wage Search before your offer conversation so you know the floor.
Request premium processing when timing is tight
If your OPT or current status expires close to the October 1 start date, ask your employer to file with premium processing. USCIS adjudicates premium cases within 15 business days, giving both sides certainty before your authorization lapses.
Document program complexity in your resume
H-1B petitions for Program Coordinator roles face RFEs when the job looks administrative rather than specialized. Quantify scope: grant amounts managed, cross-agency partnerships, compliance reporting obligations, and any regulatory frameworks the role operates under.
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Does a Program Coordinator role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It depends on how the position is structured. USCIS requires that a bachelor's degree in a specific field be a normal minimum for entry into the role. Program Coordinator positions tied to specialized domains like public health, international development, or research administration are more defensible than generalist coordination roles. Your employer's job description must clearly state the degree requirement and explain why that field is necessary.
Which types of employers most commonly sponsor H-1B visas for Program Coordinators?
Universities, hospitals, nonprofits, and federal contractors are the most active sponsors for this role. These organizations are also frequently cap-exempt, meaning they can file year-round without competing in the annual lottery. Browse Migrate Mate to filter Program Coordinator listings by employers with active H-1B LCA filing history, which removes guesswork from your search.
What happens to my H-1B if the program I coordinate loses funding or ends?
If the program ends and your position is eliminated, your employer must notify USCIS and withdraw the petition. You then enter a 60-day grace period to find a new H-1B sponsor, transfer to another visa status, or depart. The grace period runs from the date your employment ends, not from when the program officially closes, so start your search immediately.
Can my H-1B petition be amended if my Program Coordinator duties change significantly?
Yes, and it may be required. USCIS expects the actual job performed to match the approved petition. If your responsibilities shift materially, such as moving from grant administration into direct service delivery or taking on supervision of staff, your employer should file an amended petition before those changes take effect to avoid compliance exposure.
How do I find out what prevailing wage my employer must pay for this role?
Your employer determines the required wage using the DOL OFLC Wage Search, which assigns a wage level based on your job duties, experience requirements, and work location. The LCA your employer files with DOL certifies they'll meet that wage. You can cross-check the wage level yourself using O*NET to verify your SOC code before your offer is finalized.
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