Coordinator, Sports Programs

Western Kentucky University (WKU) is a student-centered, applied-research institution committed to providing its students with a transformative academic and social experience and to elevating its surrounding communities. Founded in 1906, WKU is the third largest public four-year institution in the Commonwealth of Kentucky with approximately 16,293 students and nearly 2,612 faculty and staff employees. Western Kentucky University is committed to empowering its campus community. At the heart of our mission, we seek to provide holistic education and employment experiences that prepare students, faculty, and staff to become effective scholars, contributors, and leaders in our ever-evolving communities. Located 65 miles north of Nashville, TN, and just over 100 miles south of Louisville, KY, WKU's main campus is in Bowling Green, KY - a city with approximately 70,000 residents. Our population is ethnically diverse, with more than 85 languages spoken in and around Bowling Green, and people from 35 nationalities call our community home. Western Kentucky University seeks to attract talented faculty and staff who are inspired individually to contribute to WKU's strategic plans and ongoing success. We offer comprehensive wellness and health benefits to employees and their families, including domestic partners and other qualified dependents and take pride in providing a workplace culture that supports balancing the responsibilities of work and family life. Paid-time off for holidays, vacation and sick leave, and a tuition discount program for employees and dependents are also provided. Learn more about WKU and Bowling Green at wku.edu/about. Job Description: The Coordinator, Sport Programs, under the direction of the Assistant Director of Programs, is responsible for assisting with the administration, planning, organization, and day-to-day operations of the Intramural and Club Sports program as well as the operation of the Intramural Sports Complex. 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. Schedules 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. Departmental Responsibilities Demonstrate a commitment to providing recreation programs and services to all of the WKU Campus Community, and contribute to an inclusive working and learning environment. Support and align with the mission, vision, values, and strategic plan of Campus Recreation & Wellness. Develop and cultivate relationships with various university and local community programs and organizations. Serve on departmental committees and work teams to accomplish collaborative goals of the department. Fulfill night and weekend responsibilities as needed. Position shall include but is not limited to the duties listed above. May perform other duties assigned to help maintain Campus Recreation & Wellness operations and services. Requirements Bachelor's Degree. At least two (2) years of experience in managing recreational programming (graduate assistantships, undergraduate employment, and internships are acceptable for determining minimum required experience). At least one (1) year of personnel supervision experience. (student staff, graduate assistant, or full-time personnel supervision is acceptable) AED, CPR, First Aid certification or willingness to obtain within first three (3) months of employment. Additional Information Hourly Rate:$19.49 -$20.51 Kentucky state law requires all public institutions of postsecondary education to conduct pre-employment criminal background checks to determine suitability for employment. Western Kentucky University (WKU) is committed to a policy and practice of providing equal employment and educational opportunities to all individuals. In accordance with Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Revised 1992, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, no form of discrimination or harassment will be tolerated at WKU on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, creed, religion, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, marital status, age, uniformed services, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, or physical or mental disability in admission to career and technical education programs and/or activities, or employment practices. Persons with disabilities, who need reasonable accommodations to participate in the application and/or selection process, should notify the office of Institutional Equity. To request an accommodation, report a complaint, or ask questions regarding WKU's Discrimination and Harassment Policy (#0.2040), please contact Ms. Ena Demir, Executive Director/Title IX Coordinator via email at View email address on click.appcast.io or by phone at View phone number on click.appcast.io. Ms. Demir is also responsible for coordinating the University's response to complaints related to sex and gender harassment. Additional information regarding Title IX is accessible via WKU's website. The following items must be submitted through this electronic talent management system: Resume You will receive email confirmation that your submission has been received. The candidate review process will generally begin as materials are received. #J-18808-Ljbffr