Assistant Director, Recreation Programs - Flagstaff, United States - Northern Arizona University

Northern Arizona University

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Flagstaff, United States

2 weeks ago

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Mark Lane

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Description

Workplace Culture

NAU aims to be the nation's preeminent engine of opportunity, vehicle of economic mobility, and driver of social impact by delivering equitable postsecondary value in Arizona and beyond.

Special Information

This position is an on-site position which requires the incumbent to complete their work primarily at the Flagstaff Mountain campus with or without accommodation.

Opportunities for remote work are rare.

Reporting to the Director of Campus Recreation, the Assistant Director for Recreation Programs is responsible for the execution and administration of a comprehensive Competitive Sports Program, including Intramurals, Sport Clubs, Fitness/Wellness program, Special Events and Summer Youth programs.

This position will assist with strategic and budget planning and the completion of assessments and program plans. Occasional night and weekend work may be required.

Program Management - 35%

Direct responsibility for the development, coordination, execution, and evaluation of an allinclusive event schedule offering weekly latenight special events, quarterly departmental signature events, and collaborative events with a range of campus partners.
Work directly with other Assistant Directors to coordinate departmental and university events. This includes weekly meetings, preevent planning, equipment acquisition, risk management, event staffing, and postevent evaluation & followup. Additionally, this includes building relationships with clients and customers outside of Campus Recreation to promote longterm success.
Provide oversight, management and support to the Fitness, Sports, and Summer Youth programs, including staff training and certification, facility reservations, budget development, and special events.

Staff Supervision - 30%

Supervise up to 3 fulltime benefit eligible professional staff and 50+ student employees through the programming reporting line.
Supervise the development, coordination, execution and evaluation of a comprehensive Sports program. Additional oversight includes campus sportbased special events and external NIRSA tournaments and working in collaboration with the Office of Student Life, Student Government, and the Sport Club council.
Supervise the development, coordination, execution and evaluation of a comprehensive Fitness program. Additional oversight includes ensuring an inclusive range of offerings through fitness classes and personal training.
Supervise the development, coordination, execution and evaluation of a comprehensive Summer Youth program. Additional oversight includes a detailed plan for managing registration, documentation, hiring and training plans, and successful implementation of a robust summer daycamp program.

Risk Management and Administrative Oversight - 25%

Assist in the development and revision of policies and procedures, provide support and consistency concerning the implementation of training manuals, and risk management policies for Special Events, Intramurals, Sport Clubs, Fitness & Wellness, and Summer Youth programs that align with the department and industry recognized best practices.
Responsible for the development, revision and evaluation of established mission and value statements, goals and objectives for each program and service.
Responsible for risk management of programs by providing staff oversight in reviewing and ensuring risk management plans are detailed and actively implemented.

Fiscal Management - 5%

Monitor and evaluate budget planning and projections, track program financial data, and reconcile finances for the Competitive Sports (IM & Clubs), Fitness & Wellness, and Summer Youth accounts.
Assist the Director in the development of departmental administrative and financial reports and summaries to include peer reviews and benchmark research.

Other - 5%

Participate in various organizations through committee work at the university, Flagstaff community, and in professional organizations at the state, regional or national levels. Prepared to support national recreation and sporting trends as identified by department, with the intent of remaining a leader among peer institutions.
Work directly with campus partners to collaborate on programs and events throughout the academic year.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Occasional use of sports and mechanical equipment. Occasional outdoor activity and exposure to all weather conditions. May work around or use chemicals. May work around electrical and mechanical hazards. Exposure to heights. Frequent use of sport and fixed equipment, tools, and University lift training. Occasional nights and weekend work required.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Sport or Recreation Management, Athletic Administration, Health Education/Promotion, or related field.
35 years of related experience in higher education with at least 2 years supervisory experience.
Any combination of relevant education and experience may be subs