Director, Aquatic Facilities - Athletics Facilities

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Aquatics Facility Director

The Director of Aquatic Facilities is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operation, maintenance, and administration of the University of Wyoming Aquatic Center and all Athletic Department aquatic and therapy pools. This position ensures the highest standards of water quality, health, safety, and regulatory compliance while supporting athletic, academic, and recreational programming.

• Collaborate with the University of Wyoming Swimming and Diving coaching staff and the Director of Campus Recreation (or designee) to schedule and coordinate Aquatic Center facility usage.
• Coordinate approved facility usage with community and external organizations, ensuring all required documentation (including facility use agreements and approvals) is properly completed and maintained.
• Coordinate and manage all Aquatic Center swimming and diving competitions, meets, and related events.
• Oversee the recruitment, hiring, training, scheduling, certification, and performance evaluation of applicable staff, including lifeguards, meet management personnel, and support staff.
• Oversee the maintenance and operation of all aquatic facilities, including the Aquatic Center and therapy pools, ensuring proper water chemistry, climate control, cleanliness, and equipment functionality.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable water quality, environmental, health, and safety standards; maintain compliance with all local, state, and national regulations; and ensure all required operational certifications are current.
• Develop, maintain, and review records related to facility operations and usage; monitor and manage inventories of aquatic equipment, supplies, and chemicals.
• Maintain required professional certifications, including Certified Pool Operator (CPO), Lifeguard Instructor, and CPR/AED/First Aid, and participate in continuing education to remain current.
• Participate in and instruct aquatic safety and certification training programs as needed.
• Maintain a thorough knowledge of and comply with all applicable University, conference, and NCAA rules and regulations.
• Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned or directed.

• Education
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  Bachelor’s degree
• Experience
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  At least 3 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
• Certification
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  • Certification/Licensure American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor Certification
  • American Red Cross Professional Rescuer CPR/AED Instructor Certification
  • National Swimming Pool Foundation Certified Pool Operator Certification
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