Coordinator of Wellness & Recreation

Posting Details

Position Information

Job Title Coordinator of Wellness & Recreation Position Number 299538 Hiring Location Code Perkinston Campus Job Description

The Coordinator of Wellness & Recreation works in the Division of Student Services and reports directly to the Coordinator of Student Activities, Wellness and Recreation. The incumbent is responsible for leading the campus wellness and recreation program and associated activities. The incumbent must commit a significant amount of time to the position during the hours conducive to student and employee participation. The successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to balance institutional traditions and integrity with the individual needs of the college community; understand the responsibility to act in accordance with guidelines set by the Family Education Right to Privacy Act (FERPA); and exhibit the ability to work effectively with a diverse group of administrators, faculty, staff, and students.

Job Duties

The Coordinator of Wellness & Recreation must commit a significant amount of time to the position during the hours conducive to student participation in various programs and activities; therefore, the regular workweek is Monday through Friday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Occasionally, work may be required beyond 7 p.m. and on weekends, and regular hours may be adjusted to accommodate activities.

1. Organize, administer, and supervise an intramural/recreational sports program and campus health and wellness initiatives.

2. Coordinate the use of college facilities, including Fitness Center and multi-purpose room, by students, community groups, etc.

3. Regularly accesses the effectiveness and participation of all programs and activities.

4. Coordinate all dates and times for intramural/recreational activities with the Coordinator of Student Life, Wellness & Recreation.

5. Supervise Fitness Center personnel, and student workers assigned to the intramural/recreational program.

6. Report equipment malfunctions, maintenance requests and safety/security issues to appropriate personnel. Insure all equipment is performing properly; schedule regular service and maintenance.

7. Assist in maintaining and ensuring cleanliness and inventory of equipment, furnishings, and supplies of the Wellness Center and intramural/recreational programs.

8. Serves as Advisor for the Dog Pound student group and transport students to athletic events as needed to enhance the game day experience for all athletic teams/competitions.

9. Serve on campus/college-wide committees as assigned, attend staff meetings and committee meetings when required.

10. Participate in professional development activities, conferences, and seminars, etc.

11. Perform other duties as assigned by the Coordinator of Student Life, Wellness & Recreation, Director of Student & Residence Life, and the Dean of Student Services.

12. Refer serious misconduct to the Director of Student & Residence Life, Dean of Student Services and/or Campus Police.

13. Assists Housing Area Coordinators and other Student Services Staff in conducting student activities.

14. Assist Coordinator of Student Activities, Wellness and Recreation with budget requests intended to improve related facilities and/or programs.

15. Collaborates with counterparts to plan and implement goals for the division.

Mandatory Qualifications

(M1) A minimum of a Bachelor's Degree from a regionally accredited college or university in physical education, education, recreational leadership or related field.

(M2) Experience with organizing intramural sports and/or athletics.

(M3) Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills.

(M4) Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Outlook.

(M5) Supervisory experience.

(M6) Current CPR/First Aid Certification and/or willingness to obtain certification within specified time.

Desirable Qualifications

(D1) Master's Degree from a regionally accredited college or university in a related field.

(D2) Recreation, wellness, and/or outdoor leadership experience.

(D3) Personal Training Certification.

EEO/Compliance

Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes students and employees without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, age, or qualified disability in its programs and activities. For further information, contact the Compliance Officer P.O. Box 609, Perkinston, Mississippi, 39573, telephone number 601-528-8735, email address compliance@mgccc.edu.

The College:

The Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College District serves a four-county area with three major campuses, the Community Campus and four centers including: Perkinston Campus, Perkinston, MS; Harrison County Campus, Gulfport, MS; Jackson County Campus, Gautier, MS. Additionally, The Bryant Center at Tradition, Biloxi, MS; Advanced Manufacturing and Technology Center, Gulfport, MS; Haley Reeves Barbour Maritime Training Academy, Pascagoula, MS; Naval Construction Battalion Center, Gulfport, MS; Keesler Center, Biloxi, MS; The West Harrison Center, Long Beach, MS; and George County Center, Lucedale, MS.

State and regional associations accredit Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College, and several programs are accredited nationally. Offerings include academic, technical degree, vocational skill and adult continuing education programs.

Classification Staff

Posting Detail Information

Open Date 10/07/2026 Close Date 10/22/2026 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicants

PERS and Work Visa Notice:

The Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS) is mandatory for all full-time employees. PERS contributions also apply to part-time employees who are already contributing to PERS through another full-time employer.

Full-time employees who have never contributed to PERS and begin a full-time position after March 1, 2026, will automatically be placed in Tier 5. Employees who previously requested a refund from PERS after leaving covered employment will also automatically be placed in Tier 5.

Additional information about PERS Tier 5 is available at https://www.pers.ms.gov/Tier5.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for visa sponsorship. The College does not sponsor applicants for work visas, including but not limited to H-1B visas.

For more information on the position, please contact (Name, Address, Phone, and Email):

Moriah Smith

Coordinator of Student Activities, Wellness and Recreation

PO Box 548

Perkinston, MS, 39573

moriah.smith@mgccc.edu

601-928-6270

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

• Resume
• Transcripts

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter
• Additional Transcripts
• Certificates