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Walla Walla Community College (WWCC) is seeking applicants for a Student Recreation & Wellness Coordinator position at the Walla Walla campus. 

At Walla Walla Community College, we inspire all students to discover their potential and achieve their goals by providing relevant, equitable, and innovative learning opportunities and services. We have identified three core themes that describe the fundamental aspects of the College's mission by translating it into practice: Student Success, Strong Communities, and Resource Stewardship. As an organization, we value learning opportunities, a sense of community, diversity, health and humor, excellence, integrity, teamwork, innovation, personal and professional growth, and sustainability.

General Description: 

The Student Recreation & Wellness Coordinator is responsible for planning, overseeing, and directing the operations, services, staff, and activities of the Student Recreation and Wellness program, including the operations of the Student Recreation Center and development of indoor and outdoor recreational activities. 

Essential Functions: 

• Manages the day-to-day operations of the Student Recreation Center in addition to supporting co-curricular learning at Walla Walla Community College. 
• Develops and enforces policies, procedures and standards, including those related to safety and cleaning protocols. 
• Receives and responds to questions and concerns from Recreation Center patrons; identifies issues and resolves problems or refers to supervisor as appropriate. 
• Supports the Student Life Department and actively partners with HPER instructors and other Student Recreation Center employees to explain principles, techniques, and safety procedures to participants in recreational activities, and demonstrate use of materials and equipment. 
• Oversees and schedules regular maintenance and cleaning of the Student Recreation Center equipment and space. 
• Supervises student employees and part-time hourly staff, including hiring, training, payroll and scheduling in compliance with established procedures.
• Plans, designs, promotes, and leads indoor and outdoor recreational and wellness activities.
• Assesses, maintains, and purchases necessary equipment and supplies through prescribed processes.
• Assists in the development, implementation, coordination, and evaluation of intramural and club sports.
• Works collaboratively with Human Resources to support employee recreation and wellness opportunities.
• Participates in professional development to stay informed of current trends and issues in student recreation and wellness, including participation in college, community, and professional associations.

• Advanced knowledge around fitness facility management and operations.
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Ability to effectively and clearly communicate through written, electronic or visual means and oral communication, in both informal and formal situations.
• Ability to adhere to a high standard of service to students, staff, visitors, and other users of the Student Recreation Center.  
• Demonstrated strong leadership and team building skills; be able to undertake delegated work, contribute as an active member of the team, motivate others on the team, and provide leadership and direction for the team.
• Effective interpersonal skills using tact, discretion, and courtesy to ensure the ability to work effectively with diverse internal and external constituencies.
• Significant experience interpreting and implementing rules, regulations, and codes as they pertain to fitness centers.
• Ability to follow standard procedures to gather information and to identify problems and their appropriate solutions.
• Possess strong knowledge of recreation and fitness program activity and industry best practices.
• Possess knowledge of trends and best practices in fitness programming and equipment upkeep and maintenance.
• Demonstrate an ability to teach a variety of group exercises and activities.

Qualifications: 

• A Bachelor’s Degree in a related field (recreation, fitness, physical education, student development) is required or equivalent experience may substitute for bachelor’s degree.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience working in the fitness industry, preferably in a higher education environment.
• Current First Aid, CPR, AED Certification or ability to be certified within 30 days of hire is also required. 
• The ideal candidate has a Personal Training Certificate or other Fitness Certifications. 

This is a full-time exempt position. Persons hired must be able to provide acceptable documentation of lawful authorization to work in the United States within three (3) days of employment. Official college transcripts required at time of hire. Candidates may be subject to a criminal history background check as a condition of employment. Information from the background check may not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position. The college is a tobacco free institution.

Position will require the ability to work in a loud and fast-paced Recreation Center environment. Some sitting while completing administrative work. Considerable time walking and on feet. Ability to lift 50 lbs. This contract position work schedule will typically be Monday through Friday 8-hours each day. During the summer, work schedule is Monday through Thursday 10-hours each day. Schedule may include some evenings and weekends; some flexibility may be needed based on hours of operation. Occasional travel including overnight trips.  

Compensation: Annual salary range: $52,000 - $55,000. The college has an excellent benefit program including paid sick leave; paid vacation leave; medical, dental, life, and long-term disability insurance; retirement and two optional deferred compensation programs.  All full-time employees will automatically have 3% of taxable income deferred into the State of Washington Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). All administrative exempt staff set aside 1% of their gross salary in a Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) (VEBA). All exempt employees are required to participate in this program. Walla Walla Community College requires all employees to participate in direct deposit for payment of salary.

This position will remain open until filled. To be included in the initial screening, applications should be received by 11:59pm October 3rd. To qualify for consideration, applicants must meet required qualifications and competencies and submit a complete application packet, which includes the following: 

• Online NEOGOV application.
• Cover letter (In the cover letter, please describe how you meet the qualifications and competencies for the position).
• Resume
• Names and contact information for three professional references
• Answers to one (1) supplemental questions
• Unofficial transcripts for application purposes; official transcripts are required prior to an official start date.

WWCC also reserves the right to not fill this position, reject all applicants, reopen the position, or make a direct appointment. Applications received during this recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies at the College's discretion.

If you have difficulty logging into your account, attaching documents, submitting your application, etc., please call NEOGOV Applicant Support at 1-855-524-5627. 

Walla Walla Community College is committed to provide equal opportunity and nondiscrimination for all educational and employment applicants as well as for its students and employed staff, without regard to race, color, creed, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, including gender expression/identity, marital status, age (over 40), the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, the use of trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability, or status as a Vietnam and/or disabled veteran, National Guard member or reservist in accordance with the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Federal Rehabilitation of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and any other applicable Federal and Washington State laws against discrimination. To qualify for veteran's preference, you must attach a copy of your DD214 or NGB 22. The Human Resources Office is accessible to persons with disabilities. If you need accommodation in the application/ employment process, please call (509) 527-4323 - TDD (509) 527-4412.

Please ensure you have attached all required application materials as you will not be able to attach any documents after you have submitted your application. If you have difficulty logging into your account, attaching documents, submitting your application, etc., please call NEOGOV Applicant Support at 1-855-524-5627 or email them directly at support@governmentjobs.com.

WWCC reserves the right to not fill this position, reject all applicants, or reopen the position. Applications received during this recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies at the College's discretion.

Walla Walla Community College is committed to provide equal opportunity and nondiscrimination for all educational and employment applicants as well as for its students and employed staff, without regard to race, color, creed, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, including gender expression/identity, marital status, age (over 40), the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, the use of trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability, or status as a Vietnam and/or disabled veteran, National Guard member or reservist in accordance with the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Federal Rehabilitation of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and any other applicable Federal and Washington State laws against discrimination. The Human Resources Office is accessible to persons with disabilities. If you need accommodations in the application/employment process, please contact Brooke Marshall, JD/Vice President of Human Resources/Title IX Coordinator/Section 504 Compliance (509) 527-4300 - TDD (509) 527-4412, email brooke.marshall@wwcc.edu, address: 500 Tausick Way, Walla Walla WA, 99362.