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University of Kentucky

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

Posting Details Posting Details Job TitleCampus Recreation CoordinatorRequisition NumberRE52830Working TitleCampus Recreations Aquatics CoordinatorDepartment Name1B310:Campus RecreationWork LocationLexington, KYGrade Level43Salary Range$39,894-63,814/yearType of PositionStaffPosition Time Status Full-TimeRequired EducationBAClick here for more information about equivalencies:https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalenciesRequired Related Experience1 yrRequired License/Registration/CertificationNonePhysical RequirementsSitting at workstation for extended periods of time; moving about facilities, lifting/carrying/pulling objects up to 30lbs.
Shift40 hours per week; Mostly Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm but there will be some evenings and weekends.Job SummaryThe Program Coordinator supports the Assistant Director for Aquatics in the mission of Campus Recreation to provide unparalleled recreation programs, services, and facilities that support students in living active lives of meaning and purpose.This position is under the guidance of the Assistant Director for Aquatics and will assist with staffing, facility operations, all aquatic programming, staffing, facility operations, instructional/special event programming that are responsive to the physical, social and recreational interests of the students and drive student engagement. Additionally, this position provides supervision to Aquatic program student staff, and will aid in facilitation of training, scheduling, program management and collaborations with other areas of Campus Recreation.

Student Success will, from the time of early college outreach to graduation and beyond, support students in living a life of meaning and purpose. From a student-centered framework, our practice will be grounded in peer-reviewed literature, national best practices, and data-informed decision-making. Collaborating with the campus and community, Student Success will work through a holistic lens to support a community of learners in achieving success.

Skills / Knowledge / AbilitiesOther duties include collaboration with UK Athletics in support of Athletic teams using facility, equipment selections, and supporting a variety of Campus Recreation Initiatives

• American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor Certification
• American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor
• American Red Cross Lifeguard (must maintain once in position)
• EMS (Event Management System)
• Fusion
• Sub It Up (employee scheduling system)
• Microsoft Office Suite (SharePoint)
• Ability to work well as a team
• Communicate efficiently and interact with Campus Recreation staff in a positive and encouraging way
• Collaborate with Student Success professionals
• Meet Manager
• Colorado Timing System 6 Timing
• Display Link (Scoreboard Software)

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? YesPreferred Education/ExperienceDeadline to Apply01/27/2026Our University CommunityWe value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

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