Senior Assistant Director of Sport Programs

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Posting Details

Position Information

Job Title

Senior Assistant Director of Sport Programs

Position Number

921579

Vacancy Open to

All Candidates

Department

Posting Details

Position Information

Job Title

Senior Assistant Director of Sport Programs

Position Number

921579

Vacancy Open to

All Candidates

Department

SAH Recreation Services

Department Homepage

https://crw.ecu.edu/

Advertising Department

CAMPUS RECREATION AND WELLNESS

Division

Student Affairs

Classification Title

Assistant Director

Working Title

Senior Assistant Director of Sport Programs

Number of Vacancies

1

Full Time Equivalent (FTE)

1.0

Full Time or Part Time

Full Time

Anticipated Recruitment Range. Salary offered may be outside of this range as impacted by budget, UNC salary administration, and/or candidate qualifications.

$60,000-$63,000

Position Location (City)

Greenville

Position Type

Non-Faculty

Job Category

Non-Faculty Staff Professional

Organizational Unit Overview

The Division of Student Affairs comprises over 30 departments, each responsible for providing various student support, services, and educational programs accessible to the university community. With over 300 full-time employees and over 1200 student workers, the Division supports Pirate success through environments that enhance student development, engagement, belonging, well-being, and career readiness. The Division strives to be a national leader in developing student experiences that positively transform lives and communities through work that makes students the focal point of our services, policies, and programming; creates a community where all feel safe, included, and welcomed; treats each other with dignity and civility, and recognizes every individual has rights, ideas, and beliefs; maintains open and honest interactions, and delivers high-quality programming, services, and resources through continuous reflection and improvement.

Job Duties

The Senior Assistant Director is responsible for participant education at Campus Recreation & Wellness. The Sport Program provides team and club sport activities for a vibrant campus community. The Sport Program educates the campus community through meetings, website information, resource material, and through staff and officer trainings, and other student development and mentoring opportunities. Staff trainings for sports officials, site managers, program attendants, and program volunteers include instruction on effective conflict resolution, customer service, and leadership development. The Senior Assistant Director reports to the Associate Director for Leadership and Programs of Campus Recreation & Wellness.

The Senior Assistant Director has administrative responsibilities in program development, personnel management, planning, fiscal accountability, staff development, data analysis, and documentation via periodic program reports, activity fact folders, and annual and semi-annual reviews of programs, technology and equipment. The Senior Assistant Director supervises full-time professional staff, para-professional staff, part-time student staff, and non-student temporary staff as needed. During the summer months (June and July) the Senior Assistant Director provides supervision to additional

CRW

professional staff members during revenue producing activities. The position works in coordination with the Senior Coordinator of Athletic Training to mitigate injury risk during Sport Program activities and events.

60% Program Leadership:

Responsible and accountable for the total management including planning, organizing, scheduling, administering, supervising, and evaluating of Sport Programs activities. This includes administrative functions such as marketing, awards, budget, recordkeeping, payroll, risk management, program review, reviewing policies and procedures, updating web site and publication materials, updating playing rules, travel, compliance, and equipment selection and inventory control.

Oversee the total management including planning, organizing, scheduling, administering, supervising, and evaluating of revenue producing activities during summer months including internal and external reservations/related activities.

Responsible for the education of Sport Program participants as it relates to discipline issues and to help foster a sense of understanding of sportsmanship and responsible citizenship.

Responsible for the implementation of assessment and research focusing upon learning outcomes within the area of Sport programs. Assessment will be conducted through a variety of techniques such as but not limited to focus groups, surveys, and observation.

Develop and implement assessment action items to determine programming needs through the evaluation of goals and objectives.

Coordinate the development of long-range plans. Reviews effectiveness of current programs and practices and revises as needed by evaluating the research and assessment data. Stays current with trends in Risk Management and programming and develops strategic plans based on reviews, safety reports, interest changes, and national trends.

Analysis, development, and implementation of the various budgets to ensure quality programmatic decisions.

Facilitate marketing and promotional efforts within the above mentioned programs. Responsible for content material, social media, and technology efforts (social media, texting, website, video, etc.)

Produce reports and manage data for the Sport Program.

Coordinate extramural travel for teams, officials, and staff to several events in flag football, basketball, and other activities. Work includes overseeing completion of travel paperwork, van reservations, coordinating driver checks, checking rosters, marketing opportunities among participants, and communicating with teams and officials. This also includes educating students on the departmental and university travel policies.

Conducts regular reviews and evaluation of programs, equipment and facilities and is responsible for the security of equipment by maintaining an accurate inventory and proper loss control practices.

Oversees the Sport Programs budgets via purchasing equipment and supplies for the program areas, and by salary management consistent with the program goals and mission. Works with the appropriate staff in developing budget needs and monitoring expenses.

Coordinate scheduling of 15

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vans and six trucks for departmental travel to include club sports, adventure trips, summer camps, and department/university-sponsored activities.

Manage the

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driver background check process with the People Operations, Success, & Opportunity.

Communicate to Campus Recreation & Wellness Facilities staff on repair, maintenance or vehicle related issues resulting from reservations/trips.

30% Staff Supervision and Development:

Recruit, hire, train, schedule, supervise, and evaluate one full-time professional, graduate assistants, program assistants, over 150 sport programs student employees, and internship or practicum students placed in the Sport Programs area. This includes development of instructional materials, organization of training clinics, coordination of guest speakers, administering of evaluation programs, and educational trainings. Training will be provided in regard to Department policies and procedures, officials’ positioning and mechanics, sports rules, scoring/timing functions, customer service, vehicle management, communication, and conflict resolution.

Educate, train, evaluate and mentor student staff on topics such as conflict resolution, communication, and professionalism and how these transferable skills will benefit them in future endeavors.

Responsible for the evaluation and growth of professional and student staff in terms of evaluation, development, mentoring, and supervision.

Collaborates with campus and community units to enhance the educational, leadership potential and experiential opportunities for student employees and program participants.

10% Other Duties

Assist the Associate Director of Leadership and Programs in the planning, operation, budgeting, and assessment of programs.

Serves as the Associate Director of Leadership and Programs in their absence.

May serve on department, division, or university-wide committees as assigned.

Develops and oversee various departmental and campus wide special events.

Continues professional development through membership in professional organizations, attending conferences and workshops, professional reading, and staying current with trends and issues pertinent to intramural sports-based activities.

Supports campus and division events through active participation and presence at events and programs beyond Campus Recreation and Wellness.

Directly responsible for compiling historical department data and providing context for future outreach efforts.

Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Education/Experience

Masters degree in recreation administration, physical education or related field or a Bachelor’s degree and 2 years of related experience.

Leadership in recreational programming experience

Demonstrated experience with fiscal management within a recreational sports-based program as well as strategic program planning skills and experience.

Demonstrated knowledge and experience in the organization and administration of intramural sports and/or club sports.

Demonstrated ability to promote positive educational outcomes through development and implementation of officiating instructional clinics, captain’s education materials and sessions, and sportsmanship counseling.

Excellent verbal and written communication

Experience related to risk management and travel

Technology experience and skills associated with multi-media presentations, web page, and computerized scheduling programs.

CPR

/First Aid/

AED

Certification

License or Certification Required by Statute or Regulation

None

Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education

Experience working with athletic training staff

Experience working with technology including Connect 2, Engage, Fusion, IMLeagues, etc.

CPR

/First Aid/

AED

Instructor Certification

Certification as an official in at least one of the following: Football, Basketball, Soccer, Baseball/Softball, Volleyball

Special Instructions to Applicant

East Carolina University requires applicants to submit a candidate profile online in order to be considered for the position. Candidates must also submit a cover letter, resume, and a list of three references, including contact information, online.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Additional Instructions to Applicant

In order to be considered for this position, applicants must complete a candidate profile online via the PeopleAdmin system and submit any requested documents. Additionally, applicants that possess the preferred education and experience must also possess the minimum education/experience, if applicable.

Job Open Date

12/18/2024

Open Until Filled

Yes

Job Close Date - Positions will be posted until 11:59 p.m. EST on this date. If no closing date is indicated, the position may close at any time after the initial screening date.

Initial Screening Begins

01/02/2025

Rank Level

Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting

https://ecu.peopleadmin.com/postings/...

AA/EOE

East Carolina University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer who is committed to workforce success and cultivating a culture of care, belonging and opportunity for our faculty, staff and learners and all stakeholders. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, or veteran status.

Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (

ADAAA

) should contact the

ADA

Coordinator at (252) 737-1018 (Voice/

TTY

) or ADA-Coordinator@ecu.edu .

Eligibility for Employment

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks.

ECU

participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

Department for People Operations, Success, and Opportunity

If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Department for People Operations, Success, and Opportunity at (252) 328-9847 or toll free at 1-866-489-1740 or send an email to employment@ecu.edu. Our office is available to provide assistance Monday-Friday from 8:00-5:00

EST

.

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Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents 1. Curriculum Vitae/Resume 2. Cover Letter 3. List of References

Optional Documents

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