Assistant Director - Safety and Risk Management

Job Title

Assistant Director - Safety and Risk Management

Agency

Texas A&M University

Department

Dept Of Recreational Sports

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Our Commitment
Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experience. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.

Who we are

The mission of the Department of Recreational Sports is to promote activity, wellness, and development by providing high quality experiences and facilities for the students and community of Texas A&M University.

What we want

The Assistant Director is responsible for the design, implementation, coordination, and the general supervision of the Rec Sports Department's safety, risk management, and emergency response programs. Plans, organizes, implements and evaluates all professional staff and student staff safety training. Ensures all staff are appropriately trained and certified. Designs and prepares the annual program budget. Recruits, selects, trains, schedules and evaluates student safety instructor staff. Oversees the central accident/incident reporting procedure for department. Chairs the department’s risk management committee. Establishes policies and procedures to reduce general liability.

What you need to know

Salary Range: $55,412 - $75,000/Annually (commensurate to selected hire’s experience)

Cover Letter and Resume: A cover letter and resume are strongly recommended. You may upload them on the application under the CV/Resume section.

Position Details: General office conditions with most of the time spent in contact with students. Attends meetings and conferences concerning students and with student groups at times beyond usual working hours. Employee will supervise (10) Student Assistants.

For best consideration, application materials should be submitted by Monday, April 22, 2024 .

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field required

• Six years of related experience required

Required Licenses and Certifications:

• American Red Cross First Aid and CPR certification required

• American Red Cross CPR Instructor certification required

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Highly effective written and verbal communication skills in the English language

• Strong teaching/presentation skills

• Knowledge of industry best practices

• Proficiency in basic computer skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in a related field

• Five years of related experience

• American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor certification

• American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor Trainer certification

• Experience supervising college students

Responsibilities:

• Risk Management & Safety - Plans, organizes, and leads the comprehensive safety and risk management program for the department. Plans, organizes, implements, and evaluates all safety and risk management trainings. Provides a quality control system for maintaining high safety standards. Responsible for all risk management policies and duties pertinent to program participants and staff. Establishes policies and procedures to reduce general liability. Ensures all staff is appropriately trained and certified, keeps records regarding those trainings. Enforces campus policies/procedures effectively. Serves as the primary contact with Environmental Health and Safety and with Emergency Management. Serves as chair of the department’s Risk Management Committee. Collaborates with Rec Sports Department staff to ensure that facilities and equipment are properly maintained for the proper use and safety of participants. Oversees first aid, CPR, and related safety equipment and supplies inventories. Submits orders as necessary, within budget limitations. Ensure a strong, consistent in-service educational system for recreation student and professional staff. Teaches CPR, 1st Aid, AED, BBP, and Stop the Bleed classes to department staff and for fee based community classes. Keeps records to verify that all staff have completed the required trainings for their position. Responsible for all risk management related duties for the department to include appropriate trainings and establishment of policies and procedures to reduce general liability and enhance overall safety. Oversees the central accident/incident reporting procedure for department. Reviews all accident and incident reports, follows up on all reports as necessary, and determines policy and procedure changes when appropriate to mitigate risks. Coordinates department safety drills to include fire drills and red shirt skill drills. Monitors and provides general upkeep for all departmental AEDs. May provide on-site supervision during large, complex, and high-risk events.

• Personal Management & Supervision - Responsible for the direct supervision of +/-10 student staff and part time instructors. Creates weekly work schedules ensuring proper staffing of classes. Ensures staff are properly trained for their assignments and in adequate numbers to efficiently meet the required level and quality of service. Hires, trains, and evaluates those staff. Ensures all staff are appropriately trained and certified. Maintains current and comprehensive manuals in relations to policies and procedures.

• Budget, Planning, & Management - Responsible for the preparation, forecasting and monitoring of income and expense budgets. Develop, implement, and maintain a life-cycle plan for the purchase and turnover of equipment used in the Safety program. Design and prepare annual program budget. Responsible for long term budget forecasts and analysis of the Safety budget. Prepares quarterly and annual reports for the Executive Director that present program evaluations, statistics, and budget accounts recommendations. Ensures that all generated income is deposited and allocated to the appropriate accounts. Provides inventory reports and recommendations for facilities, equipment and supplies.

• Marketing & Revenue Generation - Works with the Rec Sports Department marketing team to ensure all programs are effectively marketed to the Texas A&M community. Generates revenue from offering safety classes (CPR, 1st Aid, AED, BBP, Stop the Bleed) for students, faculty, staff, and the community.

• Department Mission Duties - Serve on national, university, divisional, and departmental committees as needed. Assist in establishing long and short-term goals of the department. Attend local, state, and national workshops and conferences, host and present at various workshops. Maintain positive relationships within department, other university departments, community, and vendors. Assist other university staff members as requested. Interact with students, faculty, and staff for the benefit of carrying out the mission of the department. Perform other duties as assigned.  

Why Texas A&M University?

We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration.  Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you.  Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes. 

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All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

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