The University of Akron
Coordinate campus and community usage of the SRWC and ONAT. Cultivate partnerships with campus departments, student organizations, and community-based groups to utilize campus recreational facilities for compatible activities that benefit the University and provide additional revenue to support the recreational services department.
Essential Functions
Coordinate scheduling of recreational facility spaces for campus organizations, student groups, and community organizations including the Ocasek Natatorium for swimming and diving events, Student Recreation & Wellness Center, and Buchtel Field. Assist fellow SRWS Program Area Managers with scheduling internal program space. Coordination of space includes creating contractual agreements, arranging set‑up & tear‑down responsibilities, supervising rentals, cleaning, payments, and ensuring safety standards are adhered to.
Assist in management of daily operations of recreational facility spaces to include Student Recreation & Wellness Center, Ocasek Natatorium, and Buchtel Field. Assist in development of training plans for facility operations staff to include Aquatics Program, Informal Recreation Program, and Fitness & Wellness Program.
Assist SRWS Aquatics Program and Informal Recreation Program in recruiting, hiring, training, supervising, and evaluating student staff.
Assist in management of Aquatics Programs to include American Red Cross Learn‑to‑Swim Program, semi‑private and private swim lessons, marketing and promotion of events, evaluation and assessment of outcomes, and external communications to program participants.
Assist in maintenance and upkeep of facilities to include SRWC & ONAT facilities. Coordinate with appropriate personnel both internal and external to the SRWS Department to maintain cleanliness & safety standards of equipment.
License/Certification Requirements American Red Cross CPR (or equivalent) Instructor (or ability to obtain within 3 months of hire)
Preferred Certifications American Red Cross Lifeguard &/or American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor
Experience Requires a minimum of 1 year experience with special event programming. Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, manage time efficiently, and prioritize tasks. Supervisory experience of staff and/or students, strong oral and written communication skills, ability to work non‑traditional work week, and ability to work in a high‑tempo work environment. Computer skills to include Microsoft Office suite of programs and membership/facility management software.
Preferred Experience Demonstrated experience within an aquatics program environment to include swim meet management, knowledge of Colorado Timing equipment, and/or knowledge of Hy‑Tek Swim Meet Management software.
Application Deadline Review of applicants will begin on January 12, 2026.
Compensation The compensation for this position is commensurate with experience.
Application Instructions In order to be considered for this position, please attach the following documents: Cover Letter, Resume, and List of 3 professional references.
FLSA Status United States of America (Exempt)
Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Management and Strategy/Planning
Industries
Higher Education
The University of Akron is committed to providing a safe environment for all students and employees. The University endeavors to protect the health, welfare and safety of all students, employees and visitors on our campus. As such, all offers of employment with The University of Akron are contingent upon verification of credentials, and satisfactory completion of a criminal background check. Some positions may require additional credit investigation and a pre‑employment driving record search.
Non‑Discrimination Statement The University of Akron is an Equal Education and Employment Institution. View our Non‑Discrimination Statement for more information. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.
State of Residence Statement It is the expectation of the University of Akron that all work performed as an employee of the University will be performed in Ohio.
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Essential Functions
Coordinate scheduling of recreational facility spaces for campus organizations, student groups, and community organizations including the Ocasek Natatorium for swimming and diving events, Student Recreation & Wellness Center, and Buchtel Field. Assist fellow SRWS Program Area Managers with scheduling internal program space. Coordination of space includes creating contractual agreements, arranging set‑up & tear‑down responsibilities, supervising rentals, cleaning, payments, and ensuring safety standards are adhered to.
Assist in management of daily operations of recreational facility spaces to include Student Recreation & Wellness Center, Ocasek Natatorium, and Buchtel Field. Assist in development of training plans for facility operations staff to include Aquatics Program, Informal Recreation Program, and Fitness & Wellness Program.
Assist SRWS Aquatics Program and Informal Recreation Program in recruiting, hiring, training, supervising, and evaluating student staff.
Assist in management of Aquatics Programs to include American Red Cross Learn‑to‑Swim Program, semi‑private and private swim lessons, marketing and promotion of events, evaluation and assessment of outcomes, and external communications to program participants.
Assist in maintenance and upkeep of facilities to include SRWC & ONAT facilities. Coordinate with appropriate personnel both internal and external to the SRWS Department to maintain cleanliness & safety standards of equipment.
License/Certification Requirements American Red Cross CPR (or equivalent) Instructor (or ability to obtain within 3 months of hire)
Preferred Certifications American Red Cross Lifeguard &/or American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor
Experience Requires a minimum of 1 year experience with special event programming. Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, manage time efficiently, and prioritize tasks. Supervisory experience of staff and/or students, strong oral and written communication skills, ability to work non‑traditional work week, and ability to work in a high‑tempo work environment. Computer skills to include Microsoft Office suite of programs and membership/facility management software.
Preferred Experience Demonstrated experience within an aquatics program environment to include swim meet management, knowledge of Colorado Timing equipment, and/or knowledge of Hy‑Tek Swim Meet Management software.
Application Deadline Review of applicants will begin on January 12, 2026.
Compensation The compensation for this position is commensurate with experience.
Application Instructions In order to be considered for this position, please attach the following documents: Cover Letter, Resume, and List of 3 professional references.
FLSA Status United States of America (Exempt)
Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Management and Strategy/Planning
Industries
Higher Education
The University of Akron is committed to providing a safe environment for all students and employees. The University endeavors to protect the health, welfare and safety of all students, employees and visitors on our campus. As such, all offers of employment with The University of Akron are contingent upon verification of credentials, and satisfactory completion of a criminal background check. Some positions may require additional credit investigation and a pre‑employment driving record search.
Non‑Discrimination Statement The University of Akron is an Equal Education and Employment Institution. View our Non‑Discrimination Statement for more information. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.
State of Residence Statement It is the expectation of the University of Akron that all work performed as an employee of the University will be performed in Ohio.
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