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Posted: 28-Feb-25
Location: Bowling Green, Kentucky
Type: Full Time
Salary: Up to $40,000
Categories
Aquatics
Salary Details
Salary is based on experience and education level.
Required Education
4 Year Degree
Internal Number: 995097
Campus Recreation & Wellness at Western Kentucky University is looking for a dynamic recreation professional who is ready to leave their mark on the Hilltopper campus community. Come join an energetic, fun, and student-centered staff that strives to enhance students’ education by providing a holistic approach to wellness, experiential learning opportunities, and a sense of belonging.
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.
Position Summary
The Coordinator, Aquatics & Safety, under the direction of the Assistant Director, Facilities is responsible for administering a comprehensive aquatics and safety program including: creating and implementing programs; hiring, training and supervising student employees; facilitating risk management training and ensuring Campus Recreation & Wellness meets University, local, state, and national requirements.
Primary Duties And Responsibilities
Aquatic Management
Anticipated start date: Mid-May to June 1st, 2025 (preferred)
For More Information, Please Contact
Candice Douglas, Assistant Director for Facilities
Candice.Douglas@wku.edu
270-745-6544
Minimum Qualifications
About Western Kentucky University
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 second largest undergraduate institution in the Commonwealth of Kentucky with approximately 15,035 students (29% first generation, 18% underrepresented minority) and just over 2,500 faculty and staff employees. Western Kentucky University is committed to empowering its campus community to embrace diversity by building equitable and inclusive learning, working, and living environments. 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 diverse and 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 co...mmunity 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.
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Posted: 28-Feb-25
Location: Bowling Green, Kentucky
Type: Full Time
Salary: Up to $40,000
Categories
Aquatics
Salary Details
Salary is based on experience and education level.
Required Education
4 Year Degree
Internal Number: 995097
Campus Recreation & Wellness at Western Kentucky University is looking for a dynamic recreation professional who is ready to leave their mark on the Hilltopper campus community. Come join an energetic, fun, and student-centered staff that strives to enhance students’ education by providing a holistic approach to wellness, experiential learning opportunities, and a sense of belonging.
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.
Position Summary
The Coordinator, Aquatics & Safety, under the direction of the Assistant Director, Facilities is responsible for administering a comprehensive aquatics and safety program including: creating and implementing programs; hiring, training and supervising student employees; facilitating risk management training and ensuring Campus Recreation & Wellness meets University, local, state, and national requirements.
Primary Duties And Responsibilities
Aquatic Management
- Plan and supervise risk management protocols for the aquatic facility operations. Operate aquatic facility to meet all applicable state and local health standards. Obtain necessary facility inspections and certificates
- Oversee proper water testing, chemical supply ordering, and proper storage of chemicals for the aquatic facility
- Assists external and internal partners with the coordination and supervision of the preventative maintenance plan for all aquatics equipment associated with the Bill Powell Natatorium
- Recruit, hire, train, schedule, and evaluate aquatic facility staff (~25 ). Plan, coordinate, and implement staff training, in-services, and water safety skills testing
- Assist with the development, implementation, evaluation, and enforcement of all rules and regulations pertaining to the aquatic facility
- Collaborate with the Assistant Director, Facilities to coordinate the scheduling and supervision of the aquatic facility by campus and community groups
- Develop, coordinate, implement, and evaluate aquatic programs, to include group and private swim lesson programs and special event programming
- Provide supervision for Aquatics Student Manager & Swim Instructor Student Manager
- Lead risk management for the department by supervising American Red Cross instructors and managing the CPR class schedule.
- Coordinate and facilitate certification courses in American Red Cross Lifeguard, CPR/AED, First Aid, and Water Safety Instructor for employees and the community
- Evaluate and reduce risk in the department as well as ensuring student staff certifications and trainings are up to date.
- Develop and manage Aquatic and Safety operational budget in accordance with university and departmental policies
- Develop and manage the Aquatic equipment and maintenance budget
- Monitor and execute bi-weekly payroll information and operating expenses
- Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and contribute to an inclusive working and learning environment.
- Support and align with the mission, vision, values, and strategic plan of Campus Recreation & Wellness.
- 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.
Anticipated start date: Mid-May to June 1st, 2025 (preferred)
For More Information, Please Contact
Candice Douglas, Assistant Director for Facilities
Candice.Douglas@wku.edu
270-745-6544
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree
- At least two (2) years of experience in managing university or community aquatic facilities (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).
- American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor (LGI) certification or willing to obtain/recertify within first 3 months of employment
- American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor (WSI) certification or willing to obtain/recertify within first 6 months of employment
About Western Kentucky University
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 second largest undergraduate institution in the Commonwealth of Kentucky with approximately 15,035 students (29% first generation, 18% underrepresented minority) and just over 2,500 faculty and staff employees. Western Kentucky University is committed to empowering its campus community to embrace diversity by building equitable and inclusive learning, working, and living environments. 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 diverse and 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 co...mmunity 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.
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