Assistant director of recreation: competitive sports

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Working Title:

Assistant Director of Recreation: Competitive Sports

Classification Title:

MSUAASF Range C

Bargaining Unit / Union:

211: Minnesota State University Association of Administrative Service Faculty

City:

Moorhead

FLSA:

Job Exempt

Full Time / Part Time:

Full time

Employment Condition:

Unclassified - Unlimited Academic

Salary Range:

$47,845.00 - $93,809.00

Position Purpose:

The Assistant Director of Recreation: Competitive Sports provides leadership and oversight for competitive sports and related recreation programs, including program development, student leadership, personnel management, risk management, budgeting, assessment, and event operations. The position also provides assigned operational oversight of the Wellness Center and other Recreation & Wellness facilities, supporting safe, effective, welcoming, and student-centered facility operations. The position works collaboratively with University departments, students, staff, coaches, external organizations, and community partners to advance the mission and strategic priorities of Recreation & Wellness.

Responsibilities:

1. Competitive Sports Program Leadership: Responsible for the development, implementation, administration, and continuous improvement of Recreation & Wellness competitive sports programs.
2. Personnel Management: Recruit, hire, train, schedule, supervise, develop, and evaluate student, graduate, temporary, volunteer, and/or part-time personnel associated with competitive sports and assigned recreation operations.
3. Administrative Management: Develop, administer, monitor, and evaluate financial and administrative operations associated with competitive sports.
4. Facility Operations & Management: Provide assigned operational oversight of the Wellness Center and other Recreation & Wellness facilities to support safe, efficient, welcoming, and effective facility operations.
5. Perform other duties of a similar nature and level of responsibility as assigned in support of Recreation & Wellness and the mission of the University.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Recreation, Sport Management, Sports Administration, Exercise Science, Health Promotion, Physical Education, Higher Education, Student Affairs, or a related field.

Two years of professional experience in recreation, competitive sports, club sports, intramural sports, recreation facility operations, or a closely related field.

Preferred Qualifications:

Knowledge of recreation programming, including competitive sports, club sports, intramural sports, and related recreation and wellness programs.

Other Requirements:

The position requires the ability to move throughout recreation and wellness facilities, athletic and recreation venues, offices, and outdoor recreation areas. The employee may be required to stand and/or walk for extended periods and occasionally lift, carry, move, or arrange recreation equipment, supplies, and materials. Some competitive sports and recreation activities occur in outdoor areas with uneven or irregular terrain and may involve exposure to varying weather conditions.

Work Shift (Hours / Days of work):

This position typically operates on a Monday through Friday schedule; however, flexibility is required to support competitive sports and recreational programming needs. Regular evening and weekend hours are expected during sports seasons, tournaments, special events, and periods of high facility utilization. Occasional after-hours and on-call responsibilities may be required to respond to program, event, facility, or emergency-related situations.

Telework:

No

About:

Minnesota State Moorhead is a vibrant community that pushes you to forge your own path. Help shape a campus where students thrive, connect, and lead!

Benefits Information:

At Minnesota State, we take your well-being and work-life balance seriously. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that features low-cost medical and dental insurance with affordable deductibles, employer-paid life insurance, short- and long-term disability, and pre-tax healthcare and dependent care accounts with a roll-over option. To further support your holistic health, employees also have access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health, legal, and financial counseling.