Basic Function/Purpose

The Assistant Director provides hands-on leadership for facility and operational needs of the Campus Recreation Center (CRC) and multiple satellite facilities. This position requires an individual with proven leadership experience capable of working in a fast-paced, results-oriented team. A vital component of this position is a demonstrated ability to work autonomously with initiative, critical and creative thinking, as well as a strong commitment to collaboration, student development and engagement, and customer service.  Overall responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic planning and oversight for facility and operational needs that may include housekeeping, maintenance, project coordination and execution, climbing wall and teambuilding programming, event coordination, facility scheduling, etc.
• Direct leadership and development of full-time staff that may include two Program Managers (Coordinators) and secondary oversight of student staff (i.e, hiring/firing, developing, performance evaluations, disciplinary action, approve time off, etc.).
• Assist in the daily management of facilities and equipment of all campus recreation facilities.
• Monitor facilities and operations annual operating and capital budget.   
• Coordinate or assist in leading capital projects and renovations.
• Coordinate housekeeping needs and serve as primary contact for housekeeping work orders. Provide secondary oversight of maintenance needs.
• Assist with facility and equipment purchase, repairs and replacement.
• Coordinate facility signage including promotional and operational signage campaigns and policy and procedure updates.
• Provide departmental leadership for risk management and emergency action plan, and serve as co-chair of Risk Management committee.
• Lead American Red Cross Professional Rescuer classes for CPR/AED/First Aid. Assist with code blue drills and instruct safety training courses and in-service training for student staff.
• Develop, evaluate, and revise policies, procedures, and operation protocols to ensure safe and well-managed facilities.
• Utilize Rec Automation software including event management, program registration, reporting, etc.

Responsibilities (cont'd)

• Maintain accurate participant and program data and compile usage reports.
• Maintain and track Campus Recreation incident reports and serve as a liaison with the Office of Student Conduct & Community Standards.
• Assist with oversight for the administration and development of policies and procedures for facility security and systems including: Bearcat card access system, KeyWatcher key management system, ID and key requests, alarm code activation, security systems, and loading dock access.
• Assist with the planning and implementation of facility rentals and special events including setup and teardown as needed.
• Direct and maintain excellent member and visitor services and relations. 
• Perform related duties based on departmental need. Primary responsibilities within Facility Operations may be determined based on team strengths and interests. This job description can be changed at any time.
• Requires occasional work weekends and evening hours. 

Required Education

• Bachelor's Degree.
• Seven (7) years of relevant work experience and/or other specialized training can be used in lieu of education requirement.

Required Trainings/Certifications

• American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers with First Aid certification. Must be certified within six (6) months of employment.

Required Experience

• Three (3) years of professional experience in campus recreation or athletic facility operations or closely related field.
• One (1) year supervision.
• Previous experience hiring, training, developing and evaluating staff.

Additional Qualifications Considered

• Experience and a strong background in recreation/athletic operations including facility supervision, project coordination and execution, event planning, facility scheduling and risk management.
• Three (3) years of staff supervision.
• Demonstrated leadership and supervisory abilities.
• Strong communication, organization, management, leadership and professional skills.
• Knowledge of various related systems, including Rec Automation, SubItUp, Connect 2 Concepts (C2C), Canva, Microsoft Office. 
• Proven commitment to student and professional staff development. 
• Demonstrated ability to identify problems, assess alternatives, render consistent and logical decisions. 
• Ability to work both independently with minimal supervision and as a team player and handle multiple tasks with frequent interruptions.
• Ability to thrive in an environment that values high expectations, accountability and balanced lifestyles.  
• Entrepreneurial spirit and enthusiasm.
• Experience in Climbing Wall operations.
• Ability to assist in event setup that may require lifting in excess of 30lbs.