Arizona State University · 10 hours ago
PROGRAM COORDINATOR: SPORTS PROGRAMS AND AQUATICS/SAFETY EDUCATION
Mesa, AZ
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$50K/yr - $50K/yr
3+ years expArizona State University is a leading institution committed to enhancing community well-being through its programs. The Program Coordinator for Sports Programs and Aquatics/Safety Education is responsible for overseeing the development and implementation of various sports and safety education initiatives, while also leading student employees in their training and development.
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Responsibilities
Provide leadership for the Polytechnic campus intramural sports program, creating opportunities for students to connect, compete, and stay active
Recruit, hire, train, schedule, and evaluate intramural sports officials and intramural leadership team
Create sport league schedules, tournament brackets, and special one-day event tournaments
Oversee the day-to-day operations of the Polytechnic campus aquatics and safety education program
Recruit, hire, train, schedule, and evaluate lifeguards and safety education instructors
Develop and implement aquatic programs, including swim lessons and special events
Ensure risk management and emergency preparedness through regular in-service training and maintenance of staff certifications and incident records
Support the day-to-day operations of the 8-week summer camp serving approximately 80 children per week and 25 camp counselors
Assist with planning, logistics, and implementation to ensure a safe, engaging, and inclusive camp experience
Oversee the inventory and maintenance of equipment for intramural sports, aquatics and safety education programming
Lead assessment and evaluation processes to enhance program quality and participation
Collaborate with university departments to host special events and programs
Attend scheduled meetings, orientations, and staff development workshops
Consistently enforce program and facility policies to maintain a safe environment
Demonstrate flexibility, critical thinking, and independent problem-solving in a dynamic setting
Provide exceptional customer service and thoughtful solutions that foster a welcoming and supportive environment for all participants
Perform other duties as assigned by the Assistant Director and leadership staff
Availability for occasional evenings and weekends is required
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree and three (3) years of experience appropriate to the area of assignment/field; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved
Availability for occasional evenings and weekends is required
Preferred
Master's degree in Higher Education, Recreation, Leisure Studies, Sports Management, or a related field and at least one (1) year of professional experience
Experience officiating sports and/or managing recreational sports leagues
Demonstrated experience developing or supporting recreation or aquatics programs
Experience supervising, training, and mentoring employees
Strong presentation and facilitation skills for diverse audiences
Proven ability to prioritize, organize, and manage multiple projects effectively
Commitment to fostering an inclusive, safe, and diverse environment for participants and staff
Current American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor and/or Water Safety Instructor certification(s)
Company
Arizona State University
Arizona State University is a public research university offers undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs across various fields.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$75.57MKey Investors
US Department of EnergyU.S. Department of Energy Office of ElectricityAmeriCorps Public Allies
2025-01-21Grant· $11.2M
2024-08-28Grant· $1M
2024-07-09Grant· $0.27M
Leadership Team
Philip Regier
University Dean for Educational Initiatives and CEO of EdPlus at ASU
Ara Austin
Clinical Assistant Professor
Recent News
San Francisco Chronicle
2025-12-21
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