Director of Campus Recreation

Job Description: The person in this position will manage all aspects of a comprehensive campus recreation program including but not limited to intramurals recreation group exercise and off-campus adventure. Additionally they will assist in oversight of all athletic facilities including but not limited to scheduling of student staff processing payroll managing facility schedules coordinating swipe card access management of the Multi-Purpose Center (MPC) and updating calendaring systems. Furthermore they will run game-day promotions for select home events and oversee departmental laundry operations. This role requires regular night and weekend hours.

Location: Glenside

Responsibilities:

• Develops all aspects of an intramural and recreation program including but not limited to organization of leagues and events budget management scheduling of student staff and promotion of activities.
• Oversees all aspects of group exercise programming and off-campus adventure events.
• Plans and executes game-day giveaways and promotions during home athletic contests.
• Hires trains and schedules all student officials and building staff employees to perform essential functions.
• Supports the Assistant Director of Athletics for Facilities & Events in monitoring year-round use of all institutional athletic facilities while managing swipe card access to designated locations.
• Serves as a liaison to several key campus partners including but not limited to conference services public safety facilities grounds campus life housekeeping and select student organizations.
• Serves as an evening facility manager with regular nightly hours while also managing departmental laundry operations throughout the year.
• Contributes to the overall success of the Athletics Department by performing all other duties and responsibilities as assigned. Responsibilities may include event management facility supervision assigned administrative tasks committee work or representing the Athletics Department at conferences/meetings.

Qualifications:

Education:

• Bachelors degree preferred. Degree work in recreation management sports management fitness physical education or related fields from accredited college or university is preferred.
  
• Work experience will be considered in lieu of a Bachelors degree.

Experience:

• Minimum of two years of progressive collegiate administrative responsibility is preferred.
  
• Previous experience working in intercollegiate athletics or campus recreation field is preferred.
  
• Demonstrated leadership vision personnel and management skills.
  
• Demonstrated experience in managing or overseeing athletic or fitness facilities preferred.

Skills:

• Excellent organizational communication and leadership skills whether dealing with individuals or groups and an ability to work well with different constituents.
  
• Strong initiative detail and follow-up skills with student workers staff members and administration.
  
• Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities.
  
• Ability to set and achieve or exceed goals and meet deadlines.
  
• Ability to learn and apply University policies and procedures to ensure operational compliance and reliable judgement.
  
• General computer knowledge with a proficiency in Word and Excel.

Special Requirements:

• Ability to work a flexible schedule expected.
  
• Evening and weekend availability is required. This position will work regular evening hours throughout the year.
  
• Flexibility with an evolving work environment is important.
  
• Valid drivers license required.
  
• Ability to successfully complete a background check motor vehicle check and drug test.
  
• Current CPR AED and first aid certifications required. Training and recertification can be provided if necessary.
  
• Compliance with NCAA Division III rules and regulations required.
  
• Compliance with athletic conference rules and regulations required.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to move about campus and other locations.
  
• Physical ability to include standing and/or walking for long periods bending kneeling and stooping manual dexterity and ability to lift and carry up to 30 pounds.

Supervision:

• Received: Position reports to the Associate Director of Athletics.
  
• Given: Supervises wellness instructors as well as undergraduate and graduate student workers.

Application Instructions:

• Applications must be submitted online through Arcadias Human Resources portal to receive full consideration. Please do not email application materials to the hiring manager. Due to the volume of applications received communication will generally be limited to candidates selected for additional consideration.
• Application review will begin immediately. Posting will be removed from the website once weve established a sufficient talent pool for consideration.

Arcadia University is a top-ranked private University in Greater Philadelphia that provides a values-based authentic educational experience by placing students at the center. The Institute of International Education has consistently ranked Arcadia first in the nation for study abroad and the Princeton Review has ranked Arcadia among the Best in the Northeast for 10 consecutive years. The Universitys graduate programs in Physical Therapy Physician Assistant Education and Public Health are nationally ranked in their respective categories by U.S. News & World Report which cites Arcadia for being among the top study abroad programs and a top performer for social mobility. Arcadia is home to a close-knit and welcoming community that supports students throughout their journey. Arcadias quality academic programs unique approach to a liberal arts education and supportive community guide students toward degree completion and career success. Learn more about our vibrant community at .

We welcome candidates who can contribute to the excellence of our community. The successful candidate will demonstrate examples of ways they will incorporate our values in their work.