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Recreation Programs

The Recreation Programs Specialist oversees, develops, and implements all aspects of a recreational program including event planning, program design, safety and compliance, program logistics, and program staff.

• Develop, deliver, and evaluate recreational programs for students, faculty, and staff including intramural, club, fitness, and wellness programs
• Plan activities in support of recreational programs such as practices, events, fitness sessions, and clinics
• Develop and implement procedures to ensure compliance with University policies, assess programs to identify risks and maintain safety regulations
• Hire, train, and supervise student workers; facilitate and deliver trainings, ensure compliance with policies and procedures, facilitate development opportunities, and document standard operating procedures
• Manage and oversee program logistics including participant registration procedures, event space coordination, resource allocation, and activity scheduling
• Collaborate with departments in Campus Recreation to develop, promote, and identify opportunities for new programs
• Coordinate and oversee the marketing and promotion of programs, activities, and events
• Provide specialized fitness instruction in both individual and group settings
• Develop, monitor, and administer budgets, maintain financial reporting to effectively use funds
• Oversee recreational event personnel, vendor operations, and volunteer activities
• May supervise staff members, including hiring, development, and performance management

Level:

– Intermediate Professional

Base Description:

– Completes activities, tasks, and/or projects of a functional nature.

Level Summary:

– Demonstrates ability to perform intermediate tasks in defined skill areas. Demonstrates intermediate knowledge of internal procedures. Works under general supervision, performing assignments that may be varied and sometimes difficult. Supports team decisions and follows through with team responsibilities. Interprets and communicates information clearly and accurately. Demonstrates intermediate problem–solving skills.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

– May serve as direct supervisor for part–time, student, and/or temporary workers or volunteers

Fiscal Responsibilities:

– May validate and pay invoices

Problem Solving:

– Encounters generally routine problems; occasionally faces more complex and/or varied problems
– Typically follows recommended course of action and procedures to resolve problems
– Applies knowledge of larger unit goals, priorities, and related procedures in determining course of action

Independence of Action:

– Work is generally monitored by supervisor
– Detailed instructions and procedures are generally provided
– Uses available guidelines to make appropriate adaptations to routine situations and refers other situations to supervisor

Communication and Collaboration:

– Communicates internally within working unit and/or the University
– May communicate with external audiences
– Collaborates closely with team members
– Interprets and communicates information, ideas and instructions clearly and accurately both verbally and in written materials intended for distribution

• Comp Grade – 6
• Minimum – $42,100.00
• MidPoint – $51,600.00
• Maximum – $61,000.00