About the position
The Director of Campus Recreation at Robert Morris University (RMU) is tasked with the comprehensive management and administration of all campus recreation program areas, ensuring they meet the needs and interests of the university's students. This pivotal role involves leading dynamic, innovative, and collaborative initiatives that encompass a robust club sports program, fitness and wellness programs, intramurals, esports, and other emerging activities. The Director is responsible for providing professional guidance and supervision to a dedicated team of four full-time staff members, while also overseeing a network of over 20 head and assistant club sport coaches. Additionally, the Director supervises approximately 70 student staff members across various program areas, ensuring effective training and development initiatives that foster transferable life and career skills through their involvement in Campus Recreation. In this leadership position, the Director plays a crucial role in recruitment and retention of club sport athletes, supports student wellness, and contributes to creating a vibrant student experience. Essential competencies for this role include programming, strategic planning and execution, leadership, fiscal management, risk management, marketing and promotions, administration, scheduling, supervision, event and facility management, and day-to-day program operations. The Director is also responsible for overseeing the daily operation of the Student Recreation Center, managing budgets for all intramural and club sports activities, and ensuring compliance with academic eligibility for participants. Collaboration with various university departments is key to fostering synergistic opportunities that enhance student learning, personal growth, and professional development.
Responsibilities
- Oversee the daily operation of the Student Recreation Center, including managing, hiring, coaching, developing, and reviewing the performance of staff.
- Lead a robust club sports program with over 450 participants and 21 teams annually.
- Work closely with admissions to recruit incoming students and provide an exceptional experience for participants that supports the retention of club sport student-athletes.
- Manage budgets for the Student Recreation Center and all intramural and club sports activities.
- Verify academic eligibility and compliance for intramural and club sport team participants.
- Plan, implement, and provide oversight for all intramural sports and recreation programs for the University.
- Assist with the administration of student activity programs and collaborate with academic departments, students, and the administration to promote student learning, personal growth, and professional and social development.
- Facilitate collaboration among different university departments including Admissions, Athletics, Facilities, Campus Police, Greek Life, Outreach, and others to foster synergistic opportunities.
- Conduct regular evaluations of department programs and services and document relevant information in annual reports and outcomes assessment reports as appropriate.
- Be available by phone and email after typical business hours and may need to drive on behalf of the University.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree required.
- Master's degree in recreation/athletic administration, physical education, business administration, sport management or a related field preferred.
- Minimum of two years of experience at the collegiate level in intramural/recreation sports required.
- Experience in the organization, administration, and supervision of intramural sports programs and personnel.
- Working knowledge of officiating methods and techniques is essential.
- Current First Aid/CPR certification required.
- Personal training certificate from the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) strongly preferred.
- Must have a valid driver's license or the ability to have reliable transportation to travel on behalf of the university.
Nice-to-haves
- Experience in marketing and promotions related to campus recreation programs.
- Knowledge of risk management practices in recreational sports.
- Ability to work evenings and weekends as required.
Benefits
- Health insurance coverage
- Paid holidays
- Professional development opportunities
- Flexible scheduling options
- Tuition reimbursement for further education
