- Full time
- Continuing
- Bundoora Campus
- Work with inspiring people who are driven to make a difference!
About the position
La Trobe Sport oversees the active engagement of the wider community through the use of its sporting facilities and sport services.
The primary purpose of this position is to work with the Commercial Programs Manager, La Trobe Sport, to lead the Aquatic Programs inclusive of La Trobe Learn to Swim School, School Programs and University Multicultural Programs. The successful encumbent will ensure the delivery of high-quality, commercially sustainable programs aligned to the Swim and Survive Curriculum, Life Saving Victoria Platinum Pool Program as well as La Trobe Sport vision and values.
Duties will include but not limited to:
- Under broad supervision of the Commercial Programs Manager, La Trobe Sport, ensure high quality aquatic programs that meet industry standards and expectations of customer needs.
- Oversee the recruitment, performance and development of aquatic programs team members, including training and mandatory qualifications.
- Identify and action participation targets and growth outcomes of the La Trobe Swim School and Aquatic Programs including reporting against KPIs and budget.
- Liaise with the International Department to develop and implement effective and impactful water safety and learn to swim opportunities for the La Trobe International Student community.
- Undertake regular risk management reviews of aquatic programs and activities, including policies and procedures specific to aquatic programs and learn to swim.
- Facilitate end-to-end bookings and program administration for all aquatic program enquiries, including but not limited to responding to queries, providing quotes, confirming bookings, creating access schedules, ensuring facilities are prepared and programs are appropriately staffed.
Skills and Experience
To be considered for this position, you will have:
- Completion of a degree with subsequent relevant work experience; or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.
- Demonstrated experience in coordinating a learn to swim school, and designing, coordinating and implementing aquatic programs that aim to meet national benchmarks and standards of learn to swim and water safety.
- Excellent interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills, with a proven track record in establishing and maintaining positive stakeholder relationships.
- Demonstrated leaderships skills that are result-orientated with a focus on continuous improvement to program delivery, staff development and customer satisfaction.
- Strong attention to detail, including well-developed organizational and time management skills, to manage multiple demands and meet tight deadlines.
- High-level proficiency in computer software packages including point of sale systems, booking systems, spreadsheets and databases.
DESIRABLE
Completion of the following courses;
- Teacher of Swimming and Water Safety
- Teacher of Aquatics, Access & Inclusion or equivalent
- Teacher of Infant and Preschool or equivalent
Please refer to the Position Description for other duties, skills and experience required for this position.
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Benefits:
- 17% employer contributed superannuation
- On-site child care facilities
- Flexible work arrangements
- Discounts for staff and their family members to study a range of La Trobe courses
Position Description below: PD - Swim School and Aquatic Programs Officer
Only candidates with Full Working Rights in Australia may apply for this position.
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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We welcome and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
La Trobe University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We take an intersectional approach by actively supporting and encouraging people of all backgrounds and abilities to submit an application and aim to ensure that the recruitment and employee experience is as accessible and inclusive as possible. Flexibility in interview format will be offered to shortlisted candidates.
All La Trobe University employees are bound by the Working with Children Act 2005. If you are successful, you will be required to hold a valid Victorian Employee Working with Children Check prior to commencement.
