Aquatics Management Coordinator

Aquatics Management Coordinator

The aquatics management coordinator will perform assistant coaching and teaching duties as well as assist with the management and oversight of all physical space and personnel management in the Park Center Holsten Pool. When available, and, if needed, the coordinator will assist with Student Life Center (SLC) Pool coverage. Position works days and is required to work some evenings and weekends depending on staff coverage. This is an 11-month, full-time position and is in obligation from June 16 through May 15 of each year.

Salary Range: $52,700+ depending on experience

Major Responsibilities

Coaching, Holsten Pool Facility Management and Aquatics Coordination

Assistant Coach Duties

• Collaborate with the Head Coach, Swimming and Diving, to assist with coaching duties during the active season.
  • Assist in planning and conducting daily practices for swimming and/or diving teams.
  • Provide individualized coaching and feedback to student-athletes to enhance performance and technique. Assist with developing practice plans.
  • Work the duration of the sport obligation by instructing student athlete(s) in physical health (conditioning & weight training), individual/team concepts, and safety.
  • Support the Head Coach in developing training schedules, conditioning programs, and competition strategies.
  • Ensure compliance with NCAA, conference, and institutional rules and regulations.
  • Assist with recruitment of prospective student-athletes, including communication, campus visits, and talent evaluation (calls, social media, visitations, etc.).
  • Monitor academic progress and support student-athletes in achieving academic success.
  • Help organize team travel, meet logistics, and equipment management.
  • Promote a safe and inclusive environment for all participants.
  • Represent the university at athletic events, meetings, and community engagements as needed.
  • Assist with fundraising.

Holsten Pool Facility Management and Aquatics Coordination

• Oversee and maintain all physical spaces and equipment in the Park Center Holsten Pool.
• Assist with overseeing the Holsten Pool budget, including purchases, equipment and pool maintenance, and student wages.
• Ensure appropriate staffing levels and equipment for all operating hours and events.
• Collaborate with the Physical Education and Athletics Departments to provide appropriate staffing for classes, practices, competitive events, and other reservations.
• Maintain a positive relationship with the Cortland County Health Department and New York State Health Department to ensure compliance with all regulations.
• Ensure facility policies and procedures including facility access, emergency action plans (EAP), and standard operating procedures are adhered to.
• Recruit, train, schedule, evaluate and supervise lifeguards.
• Provide risk management training for aquatics emergency action plans.
• Maintain accurate documentation of all certifications and trainings for all lifeguards.
• Offer CPR/AED/First Aid certification and re-certification classes and provide in-service training sessions for aquatics staff.
• Assist by covering Holsten or Student Life Center pools in the event of a lifeguard’s absence.

Academic Responsibilities

Teaching and Instruction

• Teach aquatics, lifeguarding or relevant courses, up to 6 credits per semester.
• Maintain office hours as outlined in the SUNY Cortland Handbook, 220.02.
• Develop and update course syllabi, lesson plans, and instructional materials.
• Assess student learning and assign grades in a timely manner.
• Maintain academic rigor and uphold course learning outcomes.
• Incorporate inclusive and accessible teaching practices.
• Refer students to appropriate campus resources when needed.
• Foster a respectful, inclusive, and safe learning environment.

Administrative and Operational Responsibilities

• Serve on Athletics and Physical Education departmental committees as applicable to role.
• Participate in curriculum development and accreditation and program assessment as needed.
• Maintain accurate academic and student records.
• Use learning management systems and institutional technology such as BrightSpace effectively.
• Communicate professionally with students, colleagues, and administrators.

Compliance and Ethical Responsibilities

• Uphold academic integrity and ethical standards.
• Comply with FERPA, Title IX, ADA, applicable regulations and laws and institutional policies and procedures.
• Complete all university mandated training(s).

Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree; 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; 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 employees; Work experience in a collegiate recreation program with emphasis on facility management and aquatics; Water Safety Instructor certification.

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.

What makes SUNY Cortland a Great Place to Work

Be part of a campus that values integrity, intellectual life, and a strong focus on students. Here, professional staff maintain a meaningful presence on campus and contribute to a supportive, forward-thinking learning environment. Watch this video to learn more about careers at SUNY Cortland: https://youtu.be/krNjgXC95M0?si=k2l13TUB9mJ9YjD8

• Our positions provide predictable salary progressions, and many offer permanency
• Generous benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance, various retirement program options, paid family leave and/or parental leaves, flexible spending and dependent care accounts, long term disability and tuition reimbursement
• SUNY Cortland prioritizes work-life balance and well-being in all forms. The university’s state-of-the-art Student Life Center is free for employees to use, with membership options for families. SUNY Cortland’s Child Care Center welcomes the children of employees and community members, as space allows. Alternate work schedules are available with a supervisor’s approval.
• Professional development opportunities exist through training, continuing education programs, tuition reimbursement and conference travel, based on funding.
• Cortland County and surrounding areas offer easy access to arts, entertainment, outdoor recreation and much more. Experience Cortland dives deep into the region’s offerings

Apply Today!

For more information, application instructions, and to apply online, go to: https://jobs.cortland.edu/postings/11063 and be prepared to attach a cover letter and resume. Review of applications will begin April 14, 2026, and application materials will be accepted until the position is filled.

SUNY Cortland is an AA/EEO/ADA employer and encourages applications from women, veterans, individuals with disabilities, and members of underrepresented groups.