Director of Campus Recreation and Intramural Sports

1 month ago

Williamsport, United States Lycoming College Full time
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionLycoming College is hiring a Director of Campus Recreation and Intramural Sports to join the student life team.

Lycoming College, one of the nation’s oldest residential liberal arts and sciences colleges, invites candidates to apply for the Director of Campus Recreation and Intramural Sports position.  

With a first-rate undergraduate education and an increased commitment to fostering an inclusive and equitable campus community that supports all faculty, staff, and students, we are seeking candidates who can support and contribute to our mission and 2021 strategic plan. The Director is responsible for the overall supervision and operations of the Recreation Center facility. The position oversees Intramural Sports and provides leadership for its operations.  Additionally, the Director, in collaboration with other campus offices, will provide recreation/health and wellness programs that appeals to all students. The Director also oversees the College’s club sports. The Director will work closely with the Athletic Department on facility scheduling and maintenance of the building and equipment.

Fulfilling this role requires the Director to be exceptionally attuned to the needs and experiences of all members of Lycoming’s increasingly diverse community and be adept at supporting and enhancing the campus experience of all with whom they work.

This is a full-time, 11-month position that is benefits eligible. The chosen candidate must be available to work a variety of hours including evenings, weekends.

Who We Are: 
Founded in 1812, Lycoming College is one of the nation’s oldest and most respected residential liberal arts and sciences colleges and is becoming increasingly recognized for the quality of its experiential programming and for students gaining the skills needed upon graduation in today’s world. Students partner with faculty in doing original research, thrive in a robust program of internships, study abroad in more than two dozen countries, and compete in 19 NCAA Division III sports. Lycoming College’s strong endowment per student provides the foundation to support a first-rate undergraduate education. The College offers more than 100 majors, minors, and concentrations to about 1,100 active learners, including 30% international and domestic students of color. Students represent 25 states and territories and 15 countries.  

The College proudly celebrates and values the principle of inclusive excellence. In support of its commitment to establishing an inclusive and equitable campus, Lycoming College seeks to recruit more faculty and staff from historically underrepresented groups with the recognition that doing so advances institutional excellence.  

Lycoming College is an equal opportunity employer.  

What will I do in this role?

Recruit, train and supervise a student staff of unique identities and lived experiences (Recreation and Intramural)
Markets recreational facility and programs that is appealing to all members of the campus community
Schedule facility for a variety of activities, including intramural sports, casual recreation and special events
Establish and monitor operational procedures for recreational facility including equipment management
Provide leadership for exercise and weight rooms
Develop and manage operational budget for the recreation center
Provide leadership for Intramurals (with the assistance of the student staff) that is appealing to all students
Coordinate advising of club sports
In collaboration with other college departments, planning and organizing wellness initiatives e.g., aerobics, yoga, tai chi, Pilates;
Collaborate/partner to plan and implement creative recreational/health/wellness/intramural programs
Work closely with the Building and Grounds staff and other college offices to provide arrangements for special recreational events and other college uses of the facility (e.g., new student orientation, commencement, convocations, etc.)
Serves as a member of the Student Life Leadership Collaborative

The primary functions of this position may involve climbing several flights of stairs at one time, carrying equipment weighing up to 50+ pounds, pushing carts weighing up to 50 pounds, sitting for long periods of time, walking all around the campus and ability to work evening and weekend hours.

What are we looking for?

Educational Requirements: Bachelor’s Degree Required, Master’s Degree in Recreation, Physical Education, Student Affairs or related field preferred.
     
Required Abilities:
  • Commitment to fostering an environment of inclusivity and belonging
  • One or more years supervisory experience in campus recreation or related field is preferred
  • Knowledge of management practices for recreation facilities
  • Knowledge of club sports, Intramural Sports and Recreational Programming
  • Understanding of student development theory as it relates to advising individual students, student organizations and general student life issues
  • Understanding of safety standards and legal liability issues as related to campus recreation
  • Knowledge of standard budget management procedures
  • Ability to communicate effectively with a variety of people including athletic coaches, students, faculty, staff, users of conference facilities and the general public.

What We Offer

Lycoming College has an excellent benefits package available for the full-time candidate that includes:

Health & Wellness Benefits:
  • Health insurance – Lycoming College offers a wide variety of health plan options available.
  • Dental insurance, including orthodontia coverage.
  • Vision insurance
  • Flexible spending accounts for medical expenses and dependent care expenses
  • Life & accidental death and dismemberment insurance
  • Long-term disability insurance
  • Short-term disability insurance
  • Cancer insurance
  • Personal accident insurance
  • Wellness program
  • Employee assistance program
Retirement Benefits:
  • 403(b) retirement plan with up to 9% contributions from the College
Tuition Benefits:
  • Free tuition for employees, spouses, and eligible dependents at Lycoming College
  • Free tuition for eligible dependents at over 600 colleges nationwide through Tuition Exchange, Inc.
  • Free tuition for employees, spouses, and eligible dependents at the Pennsylvania College of Technology
Paid Leave Benefits:
  • Generous paid time off (PTO)
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • 14 holidays per year
  • Summer hours
Employee Perks available for both full-time and part-time candidates:
  • 15% discount at the campus bookstore, excluding textbooks and snacks
  • Reduced rates for meal packages for on-campus dining facilities
  • Use of the campus recreations center and gym facilities for employees and household family members
  • Use of the campus Library

How do I Join the Warrior Team?
To be considered for the position, apply directly online by submitting your resume, cover letter, and the names and contact information for three professional references. Within the cover letter, please address your interest in serving in this role, experiences that have prepared you for this role, and commitment to providing an inclusive environment for all. Application review will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Post-offer criminal history background checks will be conducted. 

Lycoming College Proudly Celebrates and Values Diversity. 
We are committed to fostering an inclusive campus community supporting all faculty, staff, and students. We encourage applications from candidates with diverse identities and all who are interested in supporting and contributing to our mission and strategic plan. Lycoming College is an equal opportunity employer. 
 
 

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