Program Manager – Aquatics

Program Manager – Aquatics
Lubbock
43698BR
University Recreation Student Fees

Position
Description
Designs, implements and manages an assigned program. Typical duties can include but are not limited to: Identify funding
opportunities, conduct program assessments, prepare program reports, oversee and manage program marketing and communications, manage program
databases, supervise program staff, plan research activities, coordinate program events, participate in strategic planning, manage program
files, establish program standards and objectives, direct logistical activities to promote the success of programs, develop and implement
project timelines and ensures deadlines are met, oversee program budget, ensure goals and objectives of grants are met, assists in proposal
writing, comply and analyze program statistics.

Major/Essential Functions
Staff Leadership, Development &
Compliance

• Lead, recruit, hire, onboard, schedule, and coach a ~65-member student aquatic safety team across seasonal
  demand.
• Exercise independent judgment in staffing decisions, promotions, corrective actions, and performance management.
• Establish and monitor staff performance metrics (scan coverage, incident trends, in-service completion, certification
  status).
• Conduct evaluations, document performance actions, and ensure accountability.
• Design and lead monthly in-service
  training aligned with ARC standards and Texas Health & Safety Code.
• Maintain training records, certification matrices, skills
  assessments, EAP drills, and post-incident action plans.

Program Management

• Oversee delivery of ARC
  Lifeguarding and First Aid/CPR/AED courses for internal staff and community participants.
• Staff, develop, and schedule instructors
  based on demand; support instructor growth and succession pipelines.
• Publish course calendars and manage enrollment, rosters,
  skills records, and documentation per ARC QA.
• Track pass rates, readiness timelines, staff-conversion rates, and no-show percentages
  to drive improvements.
• Ensure full compliance with ARC standards, state requirements, and university risk guidelines.

Aquatic Facility Operations & Risk Readiness

• Direct daily aquatic operations, including opening/closing,
  safety rounds, capacity control, and inspection readiness.
• Operate and maintain pump, filtration, heating, and chemical delivery
  systems; oversee PMs, media changes, and backwashing.
• Train and supervise staff in safe chemical handling, SDS compliance,
  containment, and eyewash protocols.

Scheduling, Administration & Analytics

• Manage staff scheduling,
  timekeeping, and payroll approval with accuracy and variance reconciliation.
• Adjust staffing levels based on events, utilization
  patterns, and operational priorities.
• Maintain certification tracking, incident reporting, and facility usage
  analytics.
• Analyze data, prepare written reports, and recommend improvements tied to trends and risk outcomes.

Outreach, Recruitment & Partnerships

• Build lifeguard and instructor talent pipelines through schools,
  community groups, and digital recruiting outreach.
• Support drowning-prevention education and community safety
  initiatives.
• Manage vendor relationships for uniforms, rescue gear, first-aid supplies, and PPE to maintain service
  standards.
• Coordinate aquatic special events and oversee staff execution of lane and space scheduling.

Required
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree and four years of experience developing or managing programs or projects. Additional job related
experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.

Certification Requirements:

• ARC Lifeguard Instructor Trainer within 90 days.
• AFO-NRPA or CPO-PHTA within 90 days.
• Respirator Fit Test
  with TTU Environmental Health & Safety within 90 days.

Preferred Qualifications

• Current American Red Cross
  Lifeguarding certification
• Current American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor certification
• At least 2 years of aquatic-related
  work history as a lifeguard, headguard, pool manager, or like position

Special Instructions to Applicant

Pay
Range
$44,500 – $57,900 – $71,200

To apply, visit workattexastech.com

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment
without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected
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