Campus Recreation Director jobs in Springfield, OH

Job Description:

Wittenberg University is seeking applications for an Assistant Director for Athletic Facilities and Recreation Sports. This is a full-time, 12-month, exempt-level position reporting to the Director of Athletic Facilities and Recreation Sports. The Assistant Director will serve as assistant facility manager for Wittenberg's athletic facilities (Health, Wellness & Athletics Complex), game day operations administrator, and intramurals/club sports coordinator.

Essential functions include, but are not limited to:

• Assist the Director of Athletic Facilities & Recreation Sports with the management, operations, scheduling and maintenance of Wittenberg's athletic facilities: HWA (including Pam Evans Smith Arena, Rosencrans Fitness Center, Natatorium, Wes Bates Strength Center, 1929 Fieldhouse, David B. and Georgiana S. Albright Tennis Complex, Wittenberg Stadium, Bill Edwards Field, Betty Doughman Dillahunt Softball Field, and Carleton Davidson Stadium.
• Serve as game day administrator for Varsity Athletic contests, practices and intramural activities on nights and weekends. Primary sport coverage will include Field Hockey, Women's Basketball, Swimming & Diving, Baseball, as well as assisting with Football and Track & Field (indoor and outdoor).
• Assist the Director with overseeing the cleaning, maintenance schedule, work orders, and equipment installation for the Athletic facilities in conjunction with Wittenberg's Facilities Management staff and housekeeping contractor (Alpha & Omega).
• Develop/Facilitate and lead campus Intramural & Club Sport Programs.
• Hire, train, manage, and schedule all student employees working in the Intramural Program.
• In partnership with the Office of Student Involvement, administer the Club Sports program including development/revision of policies, member education, and leadership development.
• Benchmark and analyze Club Sports data from other schools and best practices to make recommendations for changes to the Club Sports program.
• Assist the Director with the management, operations and scheduling of Summer Rentals (camps, clinics, events, etc.).
• Perform other relevant duties as assigned such as special projects, programs, developmental activities, etc.

Requirements:

A bachelor's degree and 1-3 years experience are required. A Master's degree is preferred.

Candidates must:

• Possess excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Be able to interact effectively and appropriately with student-athletes, parents, alumni, faculty, peers, community members, and administrators.
• Demonstrate a commitment to the mission and values of Wittenberg University and Division III.
• Comply with NCAA, conference, and university rules and regulations.
• Be able and willing to work nights and weekends outside of normal HWA operating hours.
• Be proficient using Microsoft Office products (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Proficiency using 25Live scheduling software strongly preferred.
• Be able to remain in a stationary position for more than 50% of work day.
• Frequently move equipment weighing up to 50 pounds for various event and activity needs.
The successful candidate will have or will complete First Aid and AED training.

A valid driver's license required; must meet required insurance qualifications found in Wittenberg Motor Pool policies and procedures.

Additional Information:

Wittenberg is committed to attracting and retaining highly qualified individuals who collectively reflect the diversity of our student body and society at-large. Please see our notice of nondiscrimination housed on our website.

Wittenberg University is committed to preventing and addressing sexual misconduct in our campus community. Click here to view our Title IX policies.

The successful candidate will demonstrate support for diversity, equity and inclusiveness as well as participate in maintaining a respectful, positive work environment.

Employment at Wittenberg University is contingent upon satisfactory completion of applicable background checks including but not limited to: criminal records, educational verifications, driving records (when job-related), and/or credit history (when job related).

Application Instructions:

Review of applications will begin immediately and the position will remain open until filled.

To apply, please set-up an account in our online recruiting system and upload the following documents in MS Word or Adobe Acrobat format.

• Resume
• Cover letter
Name, address, and phone number of three professional references.

Applicants who require accommodation during any stage of the hiring process should contact the Office of Human Resources at (937) 327-7517 or email hure-mail@wittenberg.edu.