Duty Officer in Liverpool

Overview

Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU) is a distinctive, unique institution, rooted in the Liverpool City Region and with a global presence. Our students and staff, past, present, and future, are the beating heart of our city and can be found in every corner of every industry and community. We couldn\’t exist anywhere else and have shaped the city in which we belong. Working with the people of Liverpool to improve lives and support communities is at the heart of why we were founded and why we exist today. We wish to inspire students, staff, and the wider community to become more active by 2030, offering high quality facilities, diverse services and programmes, where participation will be fun, rewarding, inclusive, accessible, and memorable.

Responsibilities

This role will involve the day-to-day running of the Sport Building and providing the safe and efficient operation to all users. You will set up activity areas, work with our Reception and Sports Administration Officers, and provide basic maintenance and cleaning duties to support Cleaning & Maintenance staff from our Campus Support Teams. You will be part of the team responsible for the operations of the Sports Facilities, with specific responsibility for project work and a lead role in specific areas of interest as part of a developmental CPD outlook. You will be involved in activities that require empathy, people skills and a healthy lifestyle outlook. The role is subject to an Enhanced DBS check.

Qualifications and Experience

• Experience within a sport, exercise and fitness environment.
• Excellent communication skills and a strong commitment to customer care and experience-led services.
• Up-to-date with developments in the field; relevant fitness industry qualifications and NGB coaching awards are desirable.
• The ability to relate well to students, colleagues, clubs and community users.
• Enthusiasm and motivational skills.
• Team player with a willingness to contribute to project work and CPD development.

Benefits and Additional Information

In return, we offer an excellent benefits package including generous annual leave entitlement, pension scheme, induction and development support as well as family-friendly policies. This is an exciting time to join the university as we deliver the LJMU Strategy 2030 and its vision of LJMU as an inclusive civic university transforming lives and futures, by placing students at the heart of everything we do. LJMU is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and communities irrespective of age, transgender status, disability, gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity and religion or belief. All our appointments are made on merit. Please note all of our vacancies will be closed to applications at midnight on the advertised closing date, unless otherwise stated.