Aquatics and Youth Program Coordinator

Aquatics and Youth Program Coordinator

Recreation Services

Application through careers.uni.edu is REQUIRED for consideration. 

Handshake Applications will not be reviewed for this position.

To apply for this position, please go to:  https://uni.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/UNI/details/Aquatics-and-Youth-Program-Coordinator---Recreation-Services_JR729 

Responsibilities: Coordinates all aspects of aquatic and youth programs, including learn-to-swim, certification program, youth program, and pool facilities; oversees program schedules, risk management, equipment, and budgets; develops marketing and promotional materials for programs; hires, supervises and trains student employees; and initiates development of programs and services that will generate revenue. 

Qualifications: At least a bachelor’s degree in physical education, recreation management, health promotion, education or related field; at least one year of recreation program management experience; strong written and oral communication skills; and First Aid, CPR/ AED, Lifeguard and Blood Borne Pathogen certifications required. Master's degree; supervision experience; experience managing swimming pool facilities; and Instructor Trainer (IT), Lifeguard Instructor (LGI), Water Safety Instruction (WSI), Certified Pool and Spa Operator (CPO or AFO) preferred. Serving in a rotating on- call capacity for supervision of social and recreational activities, including nights and weekends will be necessary.

Application Instructions: All application materials received by August 15, 2025, will be given full consideration. To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. The following materials must be attached when applying:
1) Resume
2) Cover Letter

You will be presented with the opportunity to attach multiple documents when completing the application. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL required materials listed above have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes. If you have questions regarding this application process, please email careers-support@uni.edu or call 319-273-2422.

UNI is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. The University encourages applications from persons of color, women, individuals living with disabilities, and protected veterans. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, political affiliation, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other basis protected by federal and/or state law.

The University offers an excellent benefits package including a vacation plan, employer sponsored retirement plans, health and dental insurance, and life and disability insurance. Benefits package details can be viewed at https://careers.uni.edu/benefits. Application materials received by 8/15/2025 will be given first consideration. For more information or to apply, visit https://careers.uni.edu/. Criminal and other relevant background checks required. UNI is a tobacco free campus.