About the role#
The Campus Recreation Aquatics Intern assists with the planning and implementation of instructional and recreational aquatic programs at the University of South Carolina. This part-time role supports the daily operations of the facility, including staff management and program development. You will work closely with the Assistant Director of Aquatics and Safety to manage budgets and create new safety-based initiatives.
What you'll do#
- Recruit, hire, train, supervise, and evaluate lifeguards and swim instructors.
- Manage the applicant pool, including skills testing, employee evaluations, and certification tracking.
- Conduct monthly in-service training for student employees.
- Administer the comprehensive swim lesson program.
- Revise and update procedural manuals.
- Assist with risk management initiatives, including audits and policy implementation.
- Facilitate certification courses for staff and partners.
- Assess existing programs and make adjustments to improve success.
What you'll need#
- A Bachelor’s degree.
- Previous work experience in an aquatics environment.
- Knowledge or experience in supervising and training lifeguards or related recreation areas.
- Current Lifeguarding, FA, CPR, and AED certifications are preferred.
- Strong organizational and customer service skills.
- The ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
- A willingness to work a variable schedule, including occasional evenings and weekends.
Location & details#
- Location: Columbia, South Carolina.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: 20 dollars per hour.
- Schedule: Part-time, 29 hours per week.
- Term: Rolling.
About University of South Carolina
The University of South Carolina is a public institution of higher education based in Columbia. It was founded in 1801 and maintains eight campuses across 20 locations. The university system serves more than 54,000 students. It employs over 13,000 people and focuses on academic research and student instruction.
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