Assistant Director Intramural Sports Job at Syracuse University in City of Syrac
Syracuse University, City of Syracuse, NY, United States
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Staff Level S5
FLSA Status
FLSA Status Exempt
Hours
Standard University business hours
8:30am – 5:00pm (academic year)
8:00am – 4:30pm (summer)
Hours may vary based on operational needs.
Variable work schedule. Evenings and weekends required.
Job Type
Job Type Full-time
Campus
Unionized Position Code Not Applicable
Job Description
The Assistant Director for Intramural Sports is responsible for the leadership, development, and management of the Intramural Sports programs at Syracuse University’s Barnes Center. The Intramural Sports program includes 30 sports activities and hosts more than 5,000 participants annually. The Assistant Director supervises 2 full-time staff members and approximately 70 student staff. The Assistant Director manages an operating budget of $75,000 and coordinates and implements appropriate risk management and compliance plans, as well as training for student staff.
Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s degree in Recreation, Physical Education, Sports Management or related field preferred.
- 1st Aid/ CPR Instructor certifications.
- Three (3) plus years of experience working in college/university recreation or related field including experience managing Intramural Sports programs.
- Experience developing and supervising student staff.
- Demonstrated ability to assess and promote inclusive intramural sport programs.
- Experience with managing the operations of multiple program areas.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Excellent planning and organization skills.
- Excellent team work skills.
- Excellent conflict management and decision making skills.
- Provides overall direction and supervision to Intramural Sports program.
- Developing, reviewing, revising and enforcing policies and procedures related to intramural sports
- Development of intramural leagues including creation of new leagues and/or special tournaments
- Plans, develops, and leads officials training clinics
- Maintain records for all league standings and track student participation rates across all sports
- Collaborate with facilities and other Barnes Center recreation units to review and enhance program operations (including space utilization and emergency response planning)
- Manage disciplinary proceedings in coordination with departmental procedures and in partnership with Office of Community Standards
- Serve as primary risk manager for Intramural Sports
- Oversee hiring, training, scheduling, evaluation and supervision of 70+ student employees (supervisors, officials, and intramural assistants)
- Evaluate program effectiveness to determine student satisfaction, engagement and program impact; Utilize assessment data to inform programming enhancements and future initiatives
- Assist with the assessment, evaluation, and mitigation of risk for intramural programs and facilities
- Assist with the marketing and promotion of Intramural programs
- Develop and manage program operating budget of over $75,000 in accordance with university and departmental policies.
- Accurately forecasts, tracks and records program expenditures.
- Oversees purchase, maintenance and inventory of program equipment.
- Ensure payroll activities are performed accurately, timely and in accordance with university policies.
- Assist with management of recreational facilities and recreation programs as needed.
Not Applicable
Tools/Equipment
Not Applicable
Application Instructions
In addition to completing an online application, please attach a resume and cover letter.
About Syracuse University
Syracuse University is a private, international research university with distinctive academics, diversely unique offerings and an undeniable spirit. Located in the geographic heart of New York State, with a global footprint, and nearly 150 years of history, Syracuse University offers a quintessential college experience.
The scope of Syracuse University is a testament to its strengths: a pioneering history dating back to 1870; a choice of more than 200 majors and 100 minors offered through 13 schools and colleges; nearly 15,000 undergraduates and 5,000 graduate students; more than a quarter of a million alumni in 160 countries; and a student population from all 50 U.S. states and 123 countries. For more information, please visit www.syracuse.edu.
About the Syracuse area
Syracuse is a medium-sized city situated in the geographic center of New York State approximately 250 miles northwest of New York City. The metro-area population totals approximately 500,000. The area offers a low cost of living and provides many social, cultural, and recreational options, including parks, museums, festivals, professional regional theater, and premier shopping venues. Syracuse and Central New York present a wide range of seasonal recreation and attractions ranging from water skiing and snow skiing, hiking in the Adirondacks, touring the historic sites, visiting wineries along the Finger Lakes, and biking on trails along the Erie Canal.
EEO Statement
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