Aquatics Supervisor

Salary: $80,004.00 - $ Annually

Location: San Luis Obispo, CA

Closing Date: February 19, 2026

Cuesta College

Salary: $80,004.00 - $ Annually

Job Type: Full Time - 12 Months / 100% FTE

Job Number: FY

Location: San Luis Obispo Campus, CA

Department: Student Success & Support Programs

Under the general direction of the assigned administrator, the Aquatics Supervisor plans, directs, organizes, and oversees the day-to‑day operations of Community Programs programs, including the supervision of staff and coordination of swim lessons and recreational water programs. The position works in collaboration with facilities staff to ensure proper pool maintenance and is responsible for ensuring program effectiveness, safety compliance, staff training, and delivering high‑quality aquatic services for all community members.

The incumbent in this supervisory position must demonstrate a high level of initiative, leadership, and administrative capability. Responsible for overseeing the full scope of aquatics services— including staffing, programming, operations, and budget management. The Aquatics Supervisor plays a key role in program development, evaluation, and departmental leadership. In accordance with state requirements for operating aquatics programs, the Supervisor must hold certifications in lifeguard training, CPR/First Aid, and Title 22 First Aid for Public Safety Personnel.

The Supervisor is also required to fill in for absent employees as needed.

Incumbents in this position support student learning outcomes and institutional effectiveness by ensuring safe and effective recreational water programs for the community.

Serving all of San Luis Obispo County, Cuesta College has provided comprehensive associate degree offerings, certificates, and community programs to the region since 1964. The main campus is located along scenic Highway 1, west of San Luis Obispo and east of the beaches of the Pacific Ocean. Cuesta College has a North County Campus in Paso Robles, and South County Center, in Arroyo Grande.

Equity, diversity, and inclusion are essential to our culture and the work we do. Cuesta College is proud to be a designated Hispanic‑Serving Institution (HSI) committed to racial and socio‑economic diversity as it reflects our communities and student populations. We actively seek to attract candidates who share this commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion. As part of the Cuesta College team, you can expect to be part of a collaborative community of faculty, classified professionals, administrators, students, and community partners advancing educational excellence with intentional support services leading to student success and completion.

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• Plan, develop, coordinate, and supervise all aquatics programs, including swim lessons, lap swim, open swim, aqua fitness, and water safety courses;
• Supervise, schedule, evaluate, and lead aquatics personnel including lifeguards, instructors, and support staff; ensure compliance with all training, certification, and safety standards;
• Oversee day-to‑day program operations; collaborate with facilities maintenance to ensure water quality standards, safety protocols, emergency procedures, and maintenance needs are met;
• Develop and implement program goals, procedures, policies, and risk management strategies in accordance with District and regulatory standards;
• Serve as the primary liaison with internal departments, including instruction and facilities, and external partners regarding aquatics operations and community use agreements;
• Monitor and manage program…