Coordinator, Sports Programs

Campus Recreation & Wellness at Western Kentucky University invites applications for a dynamic professional to join our team. We are seeking a Coordinator for Sports Programs , a key position that will help shape an energetic, student-centered program for the WKU campus community. Our department strives to enhance the WKU experience through a holistic approach to wellness, experiential learning opportunities, and by creating a strong sense of belonging through our programs and services. Located in the heart of Kentucky’s third-largest city, our hilltop campus is a place of beauty and friendliness. Whether you are looking to explore the natural world, walk to a restaurant downtown, or catch a sporting event, Bowling Green has a variety of attractions for WKU students, staff, and their families to enjoy. Additionally, Bowling Green is located approximately 110 miles south of Louisville and 65 miles north of Nashville, making it easy to travel to other regional destinations. Primary Duties and Responsibilities Provide leadership of Intramural Sports and Sport Club programs in the administration of single-day events, practices, multi-week leagues, club competitions, and other developmental opportunities Responsible for the development of Sport Programs student staff through recruitment, mentoring, training, and continuing education opportunities to include in-services, regularly scheduled meetings, and additional opportunities. Assist with supervision, leadership, mentoring and evaluation of the Sports Programs Graduate Assistant. Oversee the Sport Club and Intramural budgets with Assistant Director. Schedule practices and games for all sport clubs and intramural events. Develop and implement assessment strategies and tools to assess participants’ needs and interests, satisfaction, and impact. Work with departmental marketing on promoting the Sports Programs events and activities. Assist in the preparation of student payroll. Assist with the management of the Intramural Sports Complex, to include field and facility maintenance, inventory control, as well as reservations and rentals. Coordinate, assess, and manage a comprehensive club sports program, to include the development and administration of policies and procedures, budget management, risk management, scheduling, and recruitment of new clubs. Salary: Up to $40,000 To view the full job description and Apply: WKU Interview Exchange – Coordinator, Sports Programs For more information, please contact: Search Chair: Mike Dickinson, Assistant Director for Programs View email address on click.appcast.io | View phone number on click.appcast.io Additional Information This search will be conducted on a rolling basis; applications will be reviewed as they are received. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply early. Anticipated start date: August 2026 For general inquiries regarding the search, please contact: Justin Cato , Director of Campus Recreation & Wellness View email address on click.appcast.io | View phone number on click.appcast.io Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree. Minimum of two (2) years of related experience (undergraduate employment, internships and graduate assistantships may count toward this requirement). At least one (1) year of personnel supervision experience (supervision of student staff, graduate assistant, and/or full-time personnel). AED, CPR, and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain within three months of employment). #J-18808-Ljbffr