Coordinator of Aquatics

Position Information

General Information

Position Number 012592 Vacancy Open to All Candidates Working Title Coordinator of Aquatics Position Designation EHRA Non-Faculty Employment Type Permanent - Full-time Months per Year 12 Work Schedule

8:00 am - 5:00 pm; Monday - Friday with occasional evening and weekend hours required, as necessary.

Hours per week 40 FLSA Status Exempt Division Student Affairs Department Student Union Activities & Rec (Adm) Work Location University Recreation Salary Range $49,650 Primary Purpose of Department

University Recreation (UREC) is an integral part of the Health & Wellbeing Unit within Student Affairs. UREC includes facilities, programs, and services designed to empower members of the UNC Charlotte community, with a particular focus on students, to be physically active and develop lifelong health and wellbeing behaviors. The department includes two indoor recreation centers, two field complexes, an outdoor fitness park, sport programs, and fitness programs. UREC also provides an exceptional employment experience to more than 250 students that fosters the development of essential career readiness skills.

Primary Purpose of Position

The Coordinator of Aquatics is an essential member of the UREC team, providing management and daily operation of all University Recreation aquatic facilities including two indoor pools and one outdoor pool.

Summary of Position Responsibilities

The Coordinator of Aquatics is responsible for the organization, administration and supervision of the UNC Charlotte Aquatics Program. The responsibilities encompass providing management and daily operation of all University Recreation aquatic facilities including two indoor pools and one outdoor pool.

Minimum Education/Experience

• Bachelor's degree required
• One year of experience in aquatic administration is required.

Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• Master's degree in Recreational Sports Administration, Physical Education or a related field is preferred.

Necessary Certifications/Licenses

• Certified Instructor for First Aid, CPR, AED for the Professional Rescuer
• Certified Pool Operator (CPO) or ability to obtain within 3 months of employment
• Lifeguard Certification and Lifeguard Instructor (LGI)

Preferred Certifications/Licenses

• Lifeguard Instructor Trainer (LGIT)
• Water Safety Instructor (WSI)
• PADI Instructor Certification
• NIRSA CRSS and/or RCRSP

Special Notes to Applicants

• If there is a document you feel is relevant to this position that you would like reviewed with your resume and application, you may upload it to the "Other Documents" section of the Applicant Documents.
• The finalist will be subject to a Criminal Background Check and/or a Motor Vehicle Report
• The Search Committee will not contact references without first verifying permission with the finalist.
• Please ensure your resume reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences to support your answers to the supplemental questions.
• UNC Charlotte Benefits Information: https://hr.charlotte.edu/benefits/benefits-overview/

Posting Open Date 10/16/2026 Posting Close Date 10/31/2026 Open Until Filled No Proposed Hire Date 11/15/2026 If time-limited please indicate appointment end date Contact Information

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • How did you hear about this employment opportunity?

• UNC Charlotte Website

• HERC Job Board

• Inside Higher Education

• Mitratech Circa (formerly known as Local JobNetwork)

• Another Website

• Agency Referral

• Advertisement/Publication

• Personal Referral

• Other

• Where did you learn about this posting?

(Open Ended Question)

• • Do you have at least a Bachelor's Degree?

• Yes

• No

• • Do you have a minimum of one (1) year in Aquatic Administration?

• Yes

• No

• • Are you a Certified Instructor for First Aid, CPR, AED for the Professional Rescuer?

• Yes

• No

• • Do you have the Certified Pool Operator (CPO) Certification or the ability to obtain within three (3) months of employment?

• Yes

• No

• • Do you have a Lifeguard Certification and Lifeguard Instructor (LGI) Certification?

• Yes

• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume / Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter / Letter of Interest
• Contact Information for References

Optional Documents