Recreation Program Coordinator (Fitness and Aquatics)

Internal candidates will be given priority consideration at this time. Please note: Carleton University encourages applications from all qualified candidates.

Job Number:  J0721-0907

Job Title:  Recreation Program Coordinator (Fitness and Aquatics)

Job Type:  Continuing Full Time

Department:  Athletics

Job Category:  Administrative

Number of Positions:  1

Date Posted (dd/mm/yyyy):  19/09/2021

Closing Date (dd/mm/yyyy):  30/09/2021

Salary (with Salary Rate):  57,081.00 - 62,338.00/Year

Employee Group:  Administrative Staff - CUPE 2424

Salary Level:  7PE

Date Position Available:  16/08/2021

Reporting to the Assistant Manager, Fitness and Wellness Programs, the incumbent is responsible for the administration and implementation of the Fitness and Aquatics programs and other relevant programs/events that foster student/faculty/community engagement in the Department of Recreation and Athletics. The incumbent provides leadership and supervision to a large number of part-time casual and student employees who

The incumbent must possess the following qualifications:
• Work-related experience in an Aquatics environment and preferably knowledge of the Fitness Industry.
• Must be able to familiarize themselves with all departmental user regulations, programs and operational policies, and software systems in order to keep staff, public and teams well informed.
• Must be completely familiar with all aspects of the Ontario Public Health Regulations for Public Swimming Pools.
• Good working knowledge of Excel and Microsoft office.
• Experience and demonstrated ability to train, supervise and motivate casual staff.
• Strong interpersonal skills are necessary to interact with administration at various levels, other professionals, as well as the general public.
• Very familiar with the part time staff training, policies and procedures, emergency protocols and risk management for aquatics and fitness programs.
• Must be service-oriented and be capable of dealing with a wide variety of constituents.
• Must be highly skilled in delivering and implementing innovative and stimulating programs.
• A high degree of independence, allowing for initiatives to develop flexibly, quickly and
appropriately.
• A proven ability to elicit and foster trust, develop positive working relationships and work effectively with other allied health professionals.
• Ability to exercise discretion, good judgement, and solid decision-making.
• Strong organizational skills and time management abilities are essential.
• Must be result oriented, assuming responsibility for implementation and completion of projects/initiatives.
• Since this position has the requirement to work regular evenings and some weekends, the ability to work flexible hours as scheduled.

The above is normally acquired through the completion of:
• A two-year college program in a related field.
• National Lifeguard, Standard First Aid, CPR & AED, Red Cross Water Safety Instructors, and Lifesaving Instructor (LSI/EFAI) certifications.
• Three years of recreational programs experience; including customer service experience and
supervising a large number of part time casual staff working at an indoor class “A” pool.

Carleton University and CUPE 2424 re currently completing a joint job evaluation and pay equity project. The University and the Union are working together to describe the skills, effort, responsibilities and working conditions associated with every CUPE 2424 job, including this one. As a result, the job description that is currently associated with this posting (for recruitment purposes) may be revised to reflect the actual duties captured in the new job descriptions.

By applying for this job you are acknowledging that the actual duties associated with this job may differ somewhat from those identified in the job posting and that you will agree to perform the duties of this job as determined through the joint job evaluation process.

Equivalencies will be considered. Applicants are encouraged to provide information which may demonstrate equivalent qualifications. Please note that applicants may be required to complete an employment test as part of the selection process for this position. Those applicants that are selected for an interview will be requested to contact the Human Resource Advisor assigned to this competition as soon as possible to discuss any accommodation requirements. Arrangements will be made to accommodate your request in a timely manner. Carleton University is strongly committed to fostering diversity within its community as a source of excellence, cultural enrichment, and social strength. We welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of our University including, but not limited to: women; visible minorities; First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples; persons with disabilities; and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expressions.

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