Job description
Director of Campus Recreation
Located in the Blue Ridge Mountains in Western North Carolina, UNC Asheville is the designated public liberal arts campus in the University of North Carolina system. UNC Asheville is nationally known for the quality of our student-centered teaching, mentoring of undergraduates in research, interdisciplinary learning, and striving to be an inclusive campus community.
UNC Asheville’s commitment to increasing and sustaining the diversity of our faculty, staff, and students is reflected in our strategic plan goals of diversity and inclusion, and social sustainability. Women, traditionally under-represented minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
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Please see Special Instructions for more details.
Applications must be submitted online no later than 11:59 p.m. (EST) on the closing date for each specific position. Please note that any documents submitted to Human Resources or the hiring departments become property of UNC Asheville and will not be returned.
Official verification from each college/university you have attended are required upon employment, and will be requested directly from the college/university by Human Resources or from the National Student Clearinghouse. Any expense will be the responsibility of the employee. Educational degrees must be from an appropriately accredited institution.
If no applicants apply who meet the required competency and training and experience requirements, management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.
It is the policy of UNC Asheville to conduct pre-employment background investigations on all candidates selected for employment. If hired, the candidate will be required to submit proof of eligibility to work in the United States. New employees are paid only by direct deposit to the financial institution of their choice.
Official verification from each college/university you have attended are required upon employment, and will be requested directly from the college/university by Human Resources or from the National Student Clearinghouse. Any expense will be the responsibility of the employee. Educational degrees must be from an appropriately accredited institution.
If no applicants apply who meet the required competency and training and experience requirements, management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.
It is the policy of UNC Asheville to conduct pre-employment background investigations on all candidates selected for employment. If hired, the candidate will be required to submit proof of eligibility to work in the United States. New employees are paid only by direct deposit to the financial institution of their choice.
Posting Details
Position Information
UNC Asheville Overview
Located in the Blue Ridge Mountains in Western North Carolina, UNC Asheville is the designated public liberal arts campus in the University of North Carolina system. UNC Asheville is nationally known for the quality of our student-centered teaching, mentoring of undergraduates in research, interdisciplinary learning, and striving to be an inclusive campus community.
UNC Asheville is committed to promoting diversity and a work environment that encourages knowledge of, respect for, and the ability to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds. Staff members are encouraged to take an active role to engage in the institution’s efforts in promoting diversity and inclusion throughout the workplace. The successful candidate is expected to foster an inclusive work culture where uniqueness of beliefs, backgrounds, talents, capabilities and ways of living are respected and welcomed. Women, traditionally under-represented minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
UNC Asheville is committed to promoting diversity and a work environment that encourages knowledge of, respect for, and the ability to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds. Staff members are encouraged to take an active role to engage in the institution’s efforts in promoting diversity and inclusion throughout the workplace. The successful candidate is expected to foster an inclusive work culture where uniqueness of beliefs, backgrounds, talents, capabilities and ways of living are respected and welcomed. Women, traditionally under-represented minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Position Type
EHRA Staff
Title
Director of Campus Recreation
Position Number
000614
Recruitment Range
$68,000 - $73,625
Work Schedule and Hours
The work schedule will be flexible based on the activities for which this person is responsible. There may be frequent evening and weekend hours.
Full-Time / Part-Time
Full-Time
Months per Year
12 Months
Position Summary
The primary purpose of this position is to provide leadership and support to the Department of Campus Recreation. The position serves as the chief operating professional regarding campus recreation operations. The position works to achieve goals across all campus recreation programs and facilities. The positions’ day to day responsibilities are focused on the management of a comprehensive sport facility. Responsibilities include the leadership and guidance of professional staff, contract staff, and student employees as well as the services including sport programs, outdoors, aquatics, esports, and fitness/wellness.
The position makes decisions regarding strategic direction and planning, is fiscally accountable for expenditures in the department, and is charged with maintaining a cohesive team to accomplish goals and the department’s mission. The Director understands and is willing to advocate for the development of credit bearing experiences offered by the Department.
The position will work closely with representatives from Healthy Campus Initiative, University Enterprises, University Facilities Management, Athletics, Health and Wellness Department, and the Division of Student Affairs. The position reports to the Associate Vice Chancellor of Student Affairs and is an integral part of the long-term vision and sustainability of the unit.
FLSA
Exempt
Required Education/Experience/Skills
This position requires a Master’s degree. May also consider a Bachelor’s degree and equivalent independent experience.
Preferred Education/Experience/Skills
Master’s degree in sport management, sport administration, higher education and administration, physical education, recreational management, or similar field.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
This position should have knowledge of recreation procedures, recreation facility management procedures, membership practices, ability to supervise others, computer skills necessary to perform job functions, ability to perform detail work and make decisions under pressure.
The position requires willingness to engage in and strengthening community connections with Greater Asheville when applicable and appropriate.
Working knowledge and commitment to NIRSA and/or other professional associations is encouraged.
Defined communication skills and outstanding organization skills are essential to the success of this position; knowledge of college-aged student identity development theory and application and five years working in the field.
The Director sets priorities for the unit, understands the complicated nature of working in a shared facility, is highly collaborative, committed to professional and student development, visionary, and can speak to the value of Campus Recreation in Higher Education.
A visionary leader with innovative ideas that increase the department’s identity on campus and enhance the technological capabilities of program areas is desired.
Posting Detail Information
Special Instructions to the Applicant
Applications must be submitted online no later than 11:59 p.m. (EST) on the closing date for each specific position. Please note that any documents submitted to Human Resources or the hiring departments become property of UNC Asheville and will not be returned.
Official verification from each college/university you have attended are required upon employment, and will be requested directly from the college/university by Human Resources or from the National Student Clearinghouse. Any expense will be the responsibility of the employee. Educational degrees must be from an appropriately accredited institution.
If no applicants apply who meet the required competency and training and experience requirements, management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.
It is the policy of UNC Asheville to conduct pre-employment background investigations on all candidates selected for employment. If hired, the candidate will be required to submit proof of eligibility to work in the United States. New employees are paid only by direct deposit to the financial institution of their choice.
Official verification from each college/university you have attended are required upon employment, and will be requested directly from the college/university by Human Resources or from the National Student Clearinghouse. Any expense will be the responsibility of the employee. Educational degrees must be from an appropriately accredited institution.
If no applicants apply who meet the required competency and training and experience requirements, management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.
It is the policy of UNC Asheville to conduct pre-employment background investigations on all candidates selected for employment. If hired, the candidate will be required to submit proof of eligibility to work in the United States. New employees are paid only by direct deposit to the financial institution of their choice.
Posting Number
E0320
Posting date
10/12/2022
Closing date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
- UNC Asheville website
- The Chronicle of Higher Education
- Higher Ed Jobs
- Indeed
- Inside Higher Ed
- HERC
- NC Works Online (formerly Employment Security)
- UNC System website (northcarolina.edu)
- Circa (formerly Local Job Network)
- NorthCarolinaDiversity.com
- Handshake
- Other
- * How much work experience in campus recreation do you have?
- Less than 1 year
- 1 - 3 years
- More than 3 years
- * Do you have a Master’s degree in Recreation Management, Sports Management, or related field and 3 years of progressive recreation programming and fitness/recreation facility management experience in a higher education environment?
- Yes
- No
- Other
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Optional Documents
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- Other Documents
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