Campus Recreation Aquatics Intern, Columbia

Campus Recreation Aquatics Intern

This position will assist in the planning&implementation of the aquatic instructional and recreational programs. This position will hire, supervise, schedule, and evaluate lifeguard staff. Provide on-going in-service training. Responsible for applicant pool, skills testing, employee information, evaluations,¤t certifications. Revise and update procedural manuals. Job Duties: Develop, promote, implement, and maintain current aquatic programs. Recruit, hire, train, supervise, and evaluate lifeguards and swim instructors. Assist with risk management initiatives (i.e., audits and All-Staff) and the implementation of risk management policies and procedures.Facilitate certification courses as needed for Campus Recreation employees and partners. Assess programs and adjust as needed for the success of aquatic programs. Conduct in-service training for student employees (4 hours per month). Aid in administration of a comprehensive swim lesson program.Assist the Assistant Director of Aquatics&Safety in preparing and managing the aquatics budget.– Assist the Assistant Director of Aquatics&Safety in creating, promoting, and managing new aquatics/safety-based programming. Qualifications - Bachelor's degree and work experience in aquatics environments. Must have experience or general knowledge in supervising lifeguards, training lifeguards, or related area of recreation. Current Lifeguarding/FA/CPR/AED certifications preferred. Willingness to work a variable schedule (intermittent evening and weekend hours will be required). Exceptional organizational and customer service skills, as well as ability to work independently and in a team environment.Number of Vacancies - 1 Desired Start Date - 08/11/2025 Proposed End Date - 05/15/2026 Job Open Date - 07/10/2025 Job Close Date Open Until Filled - Yes The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.