Aquatic Lead (Student)

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Hiring Department

MizzouRec Services and Facilities provide quality leisure experiences to all members of the campus community, primarily Mizzou students.

Through our facilities and programs, we strive to bring our members and guests an environment that inspires and promotes a healthy, active lifestyle.

Job Description

The Aquatic Lead’s primary responsibility is to help maintain safety, order, cleanliness, and organization within the Mizzou Aquatic Center. The individual must demonstrate initiative to solve problems and the drive to work in & lead teams. They must also demonstrate strong communication skills with supervisors, peers, and direct reports. 

Essential Functions

• Ensure member and guest safety by enforcing and communicating all Aquatic Center, MizzouRec, and University policies and procedures.
• Recognize & respond quickly and effectively to emergencies by carrying out the emergency action plan (EAP) for the Mizzou Aquatic Center.
• Answer questions by providing accurate information regarding the Mizzou Aquatic Center, such as pool hours, upcoming events, and available space.
• Responsible for providing excellent customer service through addressing and resolving member and guest requests and concerns.
• Responsible for building security during assigned opening and closing shifts which include but are not limited to opening/closing facility on-time, checking water chemical levels, maintaining facility cleanliness, keeping radios operational, ensuring pool vacuum is used and properly stored.
• Responsible for assisting with the chemical operation of the Aquatic Center and notifying the Aquatic Coordinator when supplies are limited, or water chemistry readings differ from the prescribed levels.
• Inspect facility daily and report any unsafe conditions and equipment to Aquatic Coordinator or Facility Coordinator.
• Document all accidents and incidents reports and communicate to the Aquatic Coordinator and Facility Coordinator on Duty.
• Ensure acceptable staff coverage for all assigned shifts by helping lifeguards with the rotation as well as assigning lifeguards cleaning duties.
• Responsible for completing Lifeguarding Audits and providing input for Lifeguard JPA’s.
• Maintain an accurate Communication Log during scheduled shifts to inform other Aquatic Leads and Aquatic Staff of facility & staffing updates.
• Attend scheduled Aquatic Lead meetings and in-services.
• Assist facility and programming staff as needed.
• Adhere to all University, MizzouRec, Team Mizzou, and area specific guidelines.
• As with all positions, involvement with other duties and responsibilities is expected in order to serve the customer and maintain the MizzouRec mission.

Anticipated Hiring Range

$13.50 per hour, paid on a bi-weekly basis

Shift

Anticipated hours per week: 12

This position is responsible for coverage during all hours of aquatic facility operation. Hours adjust based on semester and holidays. Hours may include early mornings, late evenings, and weekends.

Minimum Qualifications

To be eligible for a student title, an individual must be enrolled at the University of Missouri. Enrollment in the summer session is not required as long as the student was enrolled in the Spring semester and is pre-enrolled for the Fall semester. 

Selection is contingent upon successful results of an Office for Civil Rights &Title IX and Office of Student Accountability & Support check, MU employment history check, and review by the office of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Currently certified in American Red Cross Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/AED or equivalent certification.
• Preferred experience of 2 semesters or more as MizzouRec Lifeguard.
• Maintain ability to perform all necessary skills in accordance with American Red Cross Lifeguarding and MizzouRec standards.
• Basic risk-management & safety-mindedness in an aquatic facility safety.
• Ability to work two or more semesters within the department.

Application Materials

Complete application, and upload the following: résumé, class schedule, cover letter, and 3 or more references which must include at least 1 MU supervisor (if applicable).

Other Information

Learning Outcomes 

Expected career readiness competencies gained and/or enhanced from this position include: 

Critical Thinking/Problem Solving: Exercise sound reasoning to analyze issues, make decisions and overcome problems. The individual is able to obtain, interpret and use knowledge, facts and data in this process and may demonstrate originality and inventiveness. 

Oral/Written Communications: Articulate thoughts and ideas clearly and effectively in written and oral forms to persons inside and outside of the organization. The individual has public speaking skills; is able to express ideas to others; and can write/edit memos, letters, and complex technical reports clearly and effectively. 

Teamwork/Collaboration: Build collaborative relationships with colleagues and customers by valuing the uniqueness of every individual. The individual is able to work within a team structure and can negotiate and manage conflict productively.

Digital Technology: Leverage existing digital technologies ethically and efficiently to solve problems, complete tasks and accomplish goals. The individual demonstrates effective adaptability to new and emerging technologies. 

Leadership: Leverage the strengths of others to achieve common goals and use interpersonal skills to coach and develop others. The individual is able to assess and manage their emotions and those of others; use empathetic skills to guide and motivate; and organize, prioritize and delegate work. 

Professionalism/Work Ethic: Demonstrate personal accountability and effective work habits (e.g., punctuality, working productively with others and time-workload management), and understand the impact of non-verbal communication on professional work image. The individual demonstrates integrity and ethical behavior, acts responsibly with the interests of the larger community in mind and is able to learn from their mistakes. 

Career Management: Identify and articulate one’s skills, strengths, knowledge, and experiences relevant to the position desired and career goals and identify areas necessary for professional growth. The individual is able to navigate and explore job options, understands, and can take the steps necessary to pursue opportunities and understands how to self-advocate for opportunities in the workplace. 

Global/Intercultural Fluency: Value, respect and learn from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. The individual demonstrates openness and the ability to interact respectfully with all people and understand individuals’ differences.

Benefit Eligibility

This is a student position and is not eligible for University benefits. 

Values Commitment

We value the uniqueness of every individual and strive to ensure each person’s success. Contributions from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives promote intellectual pluralism and enable us to achieve the excellence that we seek in learning, research and engagement.  This commitment makes our university a better place to work, learn and innovate.

In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research, and engagement.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy applies to all employment decisions including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotions, pay practices, benefits, disciplinary actions and terminations. For more information, visit https://www.umsystem.edu/ums/hr/eeo or call the Director of Employee and Labor Relations at 573-882-2146.

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.