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Job Description
Position Information Position Title Coordinator of University/Community Programs, West Plains Work Location West Plains Campus Department West Plains University Community Programs HR Home Department 040500 WP
UNIVERSITY/COMMUNITY PROGRAMS
Pay Grade 42 Proposed Salary $43,536 annually Sponsorship Information Applicants must be currently authorized to work for ANY employer in the United States on a full-time basis. This position is not eligible for work visa sponsorship. Position only available to current, regular, full-time Missouri State University employees? No, Position is available to all applicants. Appointment Type Full Time Regular Exempt/Non-Exempt Exempt General Function The Coordinator of University/Community Programs is responsible for implementing an annual schedule of events and coordinating the delivery of those events and services with other Civic Center operations and events under the direction of the Associate Vice-Chancellor for Administrative Operations and in coordination with the City of West Plains Civic Center Manager. This includes planning, budgeting, promotion and execution to achieve successful outcomes. Additionally, this position is responsible for the development and management of individual and group aquatics and wellness programs for men and women as a part of the Administrative Operations division, Aquatics and Wellness Department at the West Plains Civic Center. Patrons of the program include the students, faculty, staff and administration of Missouri State University-West Plains; residents of West Plains, Missouri; and citizens of the seven counties comprising the Ozarks Heritage Region of south-central Missouri (Howell, Oregon, Texas, Douglas, Wright, Ozark and Shannon counties). Description of Primary Duties
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 1.
Plans, coordinates, and schedules university activities at the West Plains Civic Center as part of the Administrative Operations division to achieve the maximum utilization of the Civic Center and of the opportunities available. 2. Oversees all management functions of the pool and fitness center, including processing daily money and receipts, tracking daily usage, reconciling deposits, preparing expense reports, maintaining the membership database, submitting invoices, and processing personnel action forms. Working with the West Plains Civic Center Manager, develops and coordinates an annual schedule of events for Grizzly athletics, pool, and fitness center, coordinating those activities/programs with other Civic Center operations and events. 3. Works with various other university departments on scheduling their events into the West Plains Civic Center, works closely with the West Plains Civic Center Manager to ensure that all events are scheduled and proper set-up requirements are communicated, tracks usage of the center to validate usage and event support charges, and validates all event invoices received from West Plains Civic Center prior to the responsible department processing payment. 4. Assists in the development of goals and budget for the department.3. Responsible for purchasing departmental supplies. Develops specifications for the purchase of aquatic and wellness department equipment and develops and maintains the inventory, a preventative maintenance plan, and a schedule for repair and replacement. 5. Ensures that the West Plains Civic Center pool and fitness room are operated in a safe, effective, and professional manner by supervising operations of the pool and fitness room, instructing lifeguards and staff on policies and procedures regarding pool and fitness room usage, oversees maintenance and cleaning of pool and fitness center equipment and facilities and providing administration for special scheduled events in the pool area. 6. Develops training programs for patrons upon request. 7. Works with the Associate Vice-Chancellor for Administrative Operations to develop, review and/or maintain contractual agreements. Develops and maintains positive relationships with outside partnerships. 8. Supervises departmental staff and coordinates the recruitment, hiring, training, evaluation, and scheduling of all departmental personnel. 9. Reviews and approves all payroll associated with the departmental staff. 10. Promotes a positive image of the campus by participating in community and professional organizations, representing the campus at professional meetings and on community committees. 11. Maintains competency and professional currency through self-directed professional reading, developing professional contacts with colleagues, attending professional development courses, and attending training and/or courses required by the Associate Vice-Chancellor for Administrative Operations. 12. Contributes to the overall success of Missouri State University-West Plains by performing all other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Minimum Acceptable Qualifications Education:
A bachelor's degree is required; a bachelor's degree in Business, Sports Management, Facilities Management, Health Education, Exercise Science, or a related field is preferred. An equivalent combination of years of experience and education may be considered for substitution of educational requirements.
Experience:
At least two years of experience is required in progressively responsible related positions. The operation of individual and group wellness, fitness, health education, strength training, and/or aquatics programs is preferred. Experience at the college/university level is preferred. Any experience in management of a facility is preferred.
Skills:
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written, are required. Excellent supervisory and organizational skills (e.g., ability to organize, plan, coordinate, and direct activities) are required.
License:
Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) certification or Certified Personal Trainer preferred. Also certification in First Aid & CPR, Lifeguard Instructor Certification and Aquatics Facility Operators Certification required/or to be obtained within one year of employment. Additional certifications in the areas of health and wellness will be considered.
Effort:
Scope of the position requires ability to perform and/or demonstrate various physical fitness and strength exercises, and to assist others performing those exercises. Position requires some handling of hazardous materials in the operation of the aquatic's facility.
Other:
This role requires the ability to respond to the facility during weekends, early mornings, and nighttime hours as necessary to address facility related issues and/or assist with university events. Additional Qualifications Link to Job Description https://www.missouristate.edu/Human/JobDescriptions/1174.htm Open Date 06/22/2026 Close Date (If Close Date is blank then the posting is considered open until filled) Special Instructions to Applicants First date of consideration is June 29, 2026. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Official transcripts will be required at time of hire. Equal Opportunity Statement Non-Discrimination Statement Missouri State University is a community of people with respect for diversity. The University emphasizes the dignity and equality common to all persons and adheres to a strict non-discrimination policy regarding the treatment of individual faculty, staff, and students. In accord with federal law and applicable Missouri statutes, the University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin (including ancestry, or any other subcategory of national origin recognized by applicable law), religion, sex (including marital status, family status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other subcategory of sex recognized by applicable law), age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law in employment or in any program or activity offered or sponsored by the University. Sex discrimination encompasses sexual harassment, which includes sexual violence, and is strictly prohibited by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972. This policy shall not be interpreted in a manner as to violate the legal rights of religious organizations or of military organizations associated with the Armed Forces of the United States of America. The University maintains a grievance procedure incorporating due process available to any person who believes he or she has been discriminated against. Missouri State University is an Equal Opportunity employer. Inquiries concerning the complaint/grievance procedure related to discrimination on the basis of a protected class, including sexual harassment and sexual assault, or compliance with federal and state laws and guidelines, should be addressed to the Director, Office for Institutional Compliance, Carrington Hall 205, 901 S. National Ave., Springfield, Missouri 65897, Compliance@MissouriState.edu , 417-836-4252. Background Check Statement Employment will require a criminal background check at University expense. Posting Detail Posting Number 20260166FTS Quicklink for Posting https://jobs.missouristate.edu/postings/86879
