Campus Recreation Coordinator (Informal Recreation)

Auburn University, United States

Updated: almost 2 years ago
Location: Auburn, ALABAMA
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Position Details
Position Information


Requisition Number S1665P
Home Org Name Campus Recreation Department
Division Name Student Affairs
Position Title Campus Recreation Coordinator (Informal Recreation)
Job Class Code AE54A/B/C
Appointment Status Full-time
Part-time FTE
Limited Term No
Limited Term Length
Job Summary
Campus Recreation a department within Student Affairs is seeking candidates for an Informal Recreation position. The individual selected will oversee the daily operations of campus recreation facilities by providing educational and recreational opportunities to students, faculty, and staff.
To learn more about Campus Recreation, please visit http://campusrec.auburn.edu/
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Essential Functions
  • Oversees the day-to-day operations, policies, procedures, and supervision of Campus Recreation facilities including the Recreation and Wellness Center, SportsPlex, and Intramural Fields. This includes working directly with the events coordinator, building specialist staff, maintenance staff, and program areas to maintain the cleanliness and safety of the facilities.
  • Assists with the planning and review of programs, strategies, events, and schedules for all Campus Recreation facilities, including assisting with the implementation of departmental risk management strategies and emergency response exercises and trainings.
  • Monitors the informal recreation budget, ensuring that policies and procedures are followed, and that proper staffing for informal recreation employees and proper inventory levels are maintained for supplies, and equipment.
  • Oversees fitness equipment, sports rental equipment, and cleaning supplies for recreational services. Tracks sales and inventory of items at the RWC equipment desk, SportsPlex checkout desk, and student supply areas. Works with Maintenance Staff on promptly resolving facility maintenance needs.
  • Coordinates the personnel management of approximately one hundred student staff employees, which includes the recruiting, hiring, scheduling, supervising, evaluating, and mentoring of all staff members.
  • Develops action plans to maximize activity space offerings and recreational equipment that enhances member satisfaction and increases active usage numbers.
  • Compiles statistical data and provides and maintains reports used in the assessment and revision of goals, policies, and procedures. Delivers presentations to professional staff on findings.
  • Oversees the development, implementation, and monitoring of short and long-range plans for informal recreation spaces within Campus Recreation facilities that is consistent with the mission of the university and goals of the Division of Student Affairs.
  • May provide administrative support for Campus Recreation which may include payroll verification, coordination of special equipment requests, and record keeping.

Minimum Education and Experience


Education Level Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
Field of Study
Recreation, Recreation Administration, Physical Education, Business, Exercise Science, or related field
Years of Experience 0
Area of Experience
Sports or recreational programming in a collegiate/community recreational environment.
Requirements for Additional Job Levels

Alternate Minimum Education and Experience (If available)


Education Level
Field of Study
Years of Experience When a candidate has the required education, but lacks the required experience, they may normally apply additional appropriate education toward the experience requirement, at a rate of one (1) year relevant education per year of required experience.
Area of Experience
Requirements for Additional Job Levels
Level II requires a degree in the disciplines listed above two years’ experience in sports or recreational programming in a collegiate/community recreational environment.
Level III requires a degree in the disciplines listed above four years’ experience in sports or recreational programming in a collegiate/community recreational environment.

Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications


Minimum Skills and Abilities
Minimum Technology Skills
Minimum License and Certifications
Some positions may require content specific certification and/or licensing

Desired Qualifications


Desired Qualifications
  • Master’s degree from an accredited institution in Recreation Administration, Business Administration, or a related field
  • Direct personnel management experience of a large collegiate recreation student staff, including experience recruiting, hiring, training, scheduling, and evaluating
  • Experience with recreational facility operations in higher education
  • Knowledge in facility management software, such as Innosoft Fusion, staff scheduling software, such as When To Work, and timekeeping software such as Kronos
  • American Red Cross First Aid/AED/CPR Instructor Certified

Posting Detail Information


Salary Grade 31
Salary Range $38,233 - $65,500
Job Category Student Affairs
Working Hours if Non-Traditional
City position is located in: AUBURN
State position is located: AL
List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position
Posting Date 05/23/2022
Closing Date 06/22/2022
EEO Statement
Auburn University is committed to an inclusive and diverse campus environment.
Women, underrepresented groups, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply.
AUBURN UNIVERSITY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, sex, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by applicable law.
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