Director-Recreation and Fitness

South Dakota State University, United States

Updated: 17 days ago
Location: Brookings, SOUTH DAKOTA
Deadline: ;

Posting Details
Posting Details


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Institution South Dakota State University
Working Title Director-Recreation and Fitness
Posting Number NFE02268P
Department SDSU-Wellness Center-Fitness
Physical Location of Position (City) Brookings
Posting Text
The Miller Wellness Center at South Dakota State University (SDSU) is seeking our next Director of Recreation and Fitness. This leadership role will lead the integration of recreation and wellness into the student-life experience. This position is located in Brookings, South Dakota and is a 12-month, full-time, benefits-eligible position. This is an internal only posting and is open to all current, regular SDSU employees.
The Miller Wellness Center’s mission statement, ‘Enriching the quality of life is our passion!’ Over 40 years, the Miller Wellness Center has had the same passion to provide quality services and programs to our students, faculty, staff, and Brookings Area Community. The Brookings Wellness Program began in conjunction with the Brookings Hospital in 1980, which is now the Miller Wellness Center. We strive to be a holistic facility by focusing on seven dimensions of wellness through the student health clinic, counseling center, Jackrabbit Pharmacy, nutrition services, intramurals, group fitness, aquatics, sport clubs, outdoor programs and HEROH, our peer education group. SDSU is one of the first facilities in the country to house a Student Health Clinic and Recreation opportunities under one roof.
South Dakota State University promotes access to and opportunities for all to receive the benefit of and participate in education, research, and service and is especially interested in candidates that can contribute to this land-grant mission of access.
Must be authorized to work in the U.S. Sponsorship is not available for this position.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Recreation & Fitness Director position is committed to the creation of innovative programs through collaboration and supported services that embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusive excellence that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives and meets the holistic recreation, health and wellness of students, faculty, staff, and community. Operates with a strong sense of mission, community relationships, and purpose while leading a large, complex organization with over 100 employees. Examples of this work include but are not limited to strategic planning; operations; campus and community relations management; financial responsibility of $3.1M; and human resource planning, stewardship, and assessment.
BENEFITS:
South Dakota State University offers a wide range of excellent benefits including medical, dental, and flexible benefits, retirement plans, compensation packages, paid holidays, and vacation leave. We offer a generous retirement plan that includes 6% matching, 10 hours of annual leave each month, 9.34 hours of sick leave each month, and eleven paid holidays. Relocation benefits are available per university’s guidelines. Employees also have access to internal and state-sponsored training as well as reduced tuition for state-supported courses at all State of South Dakota academic institutions.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Master’s degree required in Recreation, Administration, Leadership, Business, or a related field by start date;
  • At least 5 years of related experience in recreation, administration, leadership, health or business; 
  • Demonstrated ability to lead diverse groups of individuals employing flexibility in management techniques;
  • Knowledge and ability to effectively handle public relations;
  • Ability to creatively plan and budget programs;
  • Skilled in program needs assessment and evaluation processes;


PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Strong time management, communication, and supervisory skills;
  • Demonstrated ability to work with students, student organizations, faculty/student committees, government agencies, and community groups;
  • Experience with strategic planning, assessment, and goal setting;
  • Demonstrated collaboration & leadership;
  • Working knowledge of contract negotiation and preparation.

APPLICATION PROCESS:
This system will guide you through the electronic application form. This employment site will also require the attachment of a cover letter, which should specifically address how the candidate meets the qualifications as outlined in the advertisement, resume, and a reference page with the contact information for three professional references. Email applications will not be accepted. Please contact SDSU Human Resources at (605) 688-4128 if you require assistance with this process. 
Any offer of employment is contingent on the university’s verification of credentials and other information required by law and/or university policies, including but not limited to, successful completion of a criminal background check. 
South Dakota State University is a tobacco free environment. It is the policy of the University to maintain a drug-free environment and to thereby establish, promote, and maintain a safe and healthy working and learning environment for employees and students. This position is subject to South Dakota State University’s Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy 4:14.
Posting Date 02/22/2024
Closing Date
Open Until Filled Yes
First Consideration Date 02/29/2024
Advertised Salary The salary range for this position is $68,800-$96,300.
Duration of the Term 12 months
If Other, describe duration
Appointment Percent 100
Work Hours
Scheduled 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. with occasional evening and weekend meetings and events. Crisis response as necessitated by student behavior, or facility management issues.
Typical Hours Worked Per Week
Appointment Type Regular
Faculty Status No
Scope of Search Internal
If internal, define scope of search Miller Wellness Center
This position requires Travel, Overnight stays, Weekends/Holidays
If other, please indicate
Department Description and Cultural Expectations
South Dakota State University is the state’s largest, most comprehensive university with over $60 million annual research expenditures, more than 200 academic programs and an enrollment of approximately 12,000 students. We offer a rich academic experience in an environment of inclusions and access. The university is part of a dynamic community for families, students, young professionals, and retirees, which offers an abundance of attractions and activities. 
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Contact Information
For questions on the position, contact search committee chair, Rebecca Peterson at [email protected] or 605-688-5148.

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