Facilities & Aquatics Coordinator

Facilities & Aquatics Management Coordinator
Campus Recreation Office
SUNY Cortland
Salary Range: $53,500-$60,000

The facilities & aquatics management coordinator will assist with management and oversight of all recreational and social spaces in the award-winning 150,000 sq. ft. Student Life Center and the Park Center Holsten Pool as needed. This position works days and is required to work some evenings and weekends depending on staff and programming coverage. The main responsibilities include facility operation and management, supervision of student employees, facility set-up for special events and assisting with emergency situations and training for all staff and lifeguard training for aquatic staff. This is a 12-month, full-time position.

Major Responsibilities/Duties:

• Work closely with the associate director of campus recreation for facilities and aquatics to schedule, oversee and maintain all recreational and social spaces and equipment in the Student Life Center
• Ensure appropriate staffing levels and equipment for all operating hours and events
• Collaborate with the aquatics management coordinator to provide management and oversight of the Student Life Center Pool as needed
• Develop and maintain a positive relationship with the Cortland County Health Department and New York State Health Department to ensure compliance with all regulations
• Assist in the oversight of the swim lesson program, including recruitment of clients, instructor assignments, supervision and evaluation of lessons
• Support the implementation, review, and enforcement of facility policies and procedures including facility access, emergency action plans (EAP), and standard operating procedures
• Assist with maintenance of the Student Life Center’s electronic facility management and identification program (Fusion)
• Recruit, train, schedule, evaluate and supervise all student employees in the open recreation program including building managers, lifeguards, and facility attendants
• Assist in the operation of the equipment checkout service including equipment management, locker rental service, and towel/laundry service
• Assist with payment management for the Student Life Center
• Provide risk management training for Student Life Center emergency action plans
• Maintain accurate documentation of all certifications and trainings for all open recreation staff
• Offer CPR/AED/First Aid certification and re-certification classes and provide in-service training sessions for aquatics and open recreation staff
• Supervise one graduate assistant of facilities and aquatics

Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Education, Recreation, Sport Management or related field; CPR/First Aid/AED Professional Rescuer certification or must acquire the certification within 120 days of hire; Cortland County approved Lifeguard certification or must acquire the certification within 120 days of hire; Lifeguard Instructor certification or must acquire the certification within 120 days of hire; and CPR/First Aid/AED Professional Rescuer instructor certification or must acquire the certification within 120 days of hire.

Preferred Qualifications: Master’s degree in Physical Education, Recreation, Sport Management or related field; experience supervising student staff; work experience in a collegiate recreation program with emphasis on facility management and aquatics; and water Safety Instructor certification.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA’s):

• Knowledge of industry standards related to facility operations and management, including those related to aquatic facilities
• Ability to make incident/medical decisions according to regulations and compliance standards and complete proper documentation during emergencies
• Strong assessment and evaluation skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Demonstrated ability to develop collaborative working relationships
• Ability to think critically and make independent decisions
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and perform multiple tasks with little or no supervision
• Ability to work day hours and some evening and weekend hours as needed
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

About the University
A top public university of approximately 6,600 students located in the geographic center of New York State, SUNY Cortland provides accessible, affordable education to students from across the U.S. body. One of 13 comprehensive universities in the State University of New York system, SUNY Cortland prides itself on its rigorous undergraduate and graduate programs in the liberal arts, sciences, education, and professional studies. For more than 150 years, SUNY Cortland has provided unmistakable value for students seeking a well-rounded academic, athletic, and social experience. The University ranks among the top campuses in the nation on Money magazine’s “Best Colleges for Your Money List,” fields a powerhouse Division III athletics program and boasts an impressive network of alumni making a difference in education, business, government, fitness, medicine and many other fields.

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To learn more and to submit your application, visit: https://jobs.cortland.edu/postings/10607

Review of application materials will begin on October 28, 2025 and materials will continue to be accepted until the position is filled.

The State University of New York at Cortland is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity/Americans with Disabilities Act (AA/EEO/ADA) employer. The university actively seeks applications from women, veterans, individuals with a disability, members of underrepresented groups or anyone that would enrich the diversity of the university.