Assistant Director I - Huntsville, United States - Sam Houston State University

Sam Houston State University

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Huntsville, United States

2 weeks ago

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Mark Lane

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Description

Come and join the Bearkat community

Named after Texas' legendary hero, General Sam Houston, the university boasts a rich historical legacy that resonates with the spirit of Texas, which provides a balance between a peaceful, natural setting and proximity to urban amenities.

With a student population of over 21,000, SHSU offers a vibrant and dynamic community. SHSU has a small town feel with large scale opportunities.

Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas and just an hour drive north of Houston, Huntsville provides area residents with a sense of community and belonging.

SHSU offers compelling options for individuals seeking a fulfilling and impactful career including a superior benefit package, competitive salaries and a flexible work environment fostering work/life balance.

SHSU offers programs that support a healthy work-life balance, contributing to employee well-being and job satisfaction, as well as, professional development opportunities with our educational assistance and dependent assistance programs.

Posting Information

Requisition
S
Title

Assistant Director I
Assistant Director for Operations
FLSA status
Exempt
Hiring Salary

-
Please be advised that due to the recent regulation from the U.S. Department of Labor changing the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA
) salary threshold for exempt positions, the details of this position are currently under review.
Occupational Category

Professional
Department
Campus Recreation
Division
Division of Student Affairs
Open Date
05/08/2024
Open Until Filled
Yes
Educational and Experience Requirement
Bachelor's degree in Recreation Sports Administration, Business Management, Student Personnel Services, or a related field. Two years experience in a professional, supervisory capacity of a recreation oriented program or experience in a related field. A combination of education, experience, and training that would produce the required knowledge and abilities could be considered.
Nature & Purpose of Position
To be committed to student success by supporting student staff and providing excellent facilities and programs for student patrons. Assist with planning, organizing, and directing the daily operations and personnel of the facility operations program.
Primary Responsibilities
Organizes, develops, and manages, with the support of staff and student personnel, the facility operations programs. Reviews and interprets policies and procedures and makes recommendations to enhance the student patrons' experience in the Campus Recreation Center. Interviews, hires, trains, schedules, and evaluates student staff. Assists with an intentional staff development program that enhances the studentemployee experience. Assists with the budget process, including longrange planning relative to the program area. Makes equipment recommendations. Assists with special projects to include facility enhancements, new construction, and staff retention. Works directly with student groups, organizations, departments, alums, community groups, vendors, and others as necessary. Prepares reports, evaluations, and proposals as required. Works with the marketing team to promote facility use and ensure accurate facility information in department communications. Serves on department and campus committees as needed. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Other Specifications
National Intramural Recreational Sports Association (NIRSA), American Red Cross First aid, CPR, and computer experience helpful. Must possess welldeveloped communicative and interpersonal skills essential to working with large groups. Working hours may vary as required by the hiring department, including evening and weekend work. Attention and care are necessary to perform duties to prevent injury to self or others.
This position may be designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA).
Up to 20% of this position, over the fiscal year during offpeak periods, may be performed remotely as determined by the supervisor._

Full Time Part Time

Full Time
Position Number

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EEO Statement

Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity or expression. Sam Houston State University is an "at will" employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code
Annual Security and Fire Safety Report