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Michigan Technological University Recreation Program Manager in Houghton, Michigan
Recreation Program Manager
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Work Type: Staff - Full Time
Location: Main Campus (Houghton, MI)
Full Time / Part Time: Full Time
Categories: Management, Athletics/Recreation
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Michigan Technological University is an Equal Opportunity Educational Institution/Equal Opportunity Employer that provides equal opportunity for all, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
If you require any auxiliary aids, services, or other accommodations to apply for employment, or for an interview, at Michigan Technological University, please notify the Human Resources office at 906-487-2280 or humanresources@mtu.edu.
Job Description Summary
Michigan Technological University invites interested applicants for the Recreation Programming Manager position to join the Athletics and Recreation team as we facilitate an inclusive environment where recreation and wellness opportunities transform, engage, and support the Michigan Tech community.
This position will primarily assist with the overall management and operations of Intramural Sports, Outdoor Adventure Program, and Youth Programming. This position also includes responsibilities to collaborate with the operations of other departments on campus closely.
The Manager will report directly to the Director of Recreation. This position will also work closely with other staff within the Department of Athletics and Recreation and across campus.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities (other duties may be assigned)
Provides oversight for a schedule of youth programs, with emphasis on sports camp programs.
Assist in developing policies, procedures, and programmatic details for youth programming.
Assist with scheduling sports camps in consultation with the director and varsity coaches.
Coordinate pre- and post-program development and execution, including application management, logistical planning, day-to-day operation, and program evaluation.
Assist with registration set-up and reporting needs.
Serve as a liaison between multiple campus partners in the set-up and ongoing coordination of program operations.
Onsite supervision and participation during the operational time of programs.
Assists with the marketing and promoting of Aquatics, HuskyFit, Intramural Sports, the Outdoor Adventure Program, and Youth Programming.
Ensure all department marketing materials stay current with the latest information on all print and electronic platforms.
Edit, update, and maintain program web pages with current up-to-date information.
Creating widgets, flyers, and brochures for our digital marketing.
Edit, update, and maintain a social media presence for all Recreation areas and drive participation and engagement through creative marketing.
Assist in recruiting, hiring, training, scheduling, supervising, and evaluating part-time, and temporary employees, and student workers to meet established standards for all recreation programming.
Assist in scheduling the use of indoor and outdoor facilities for all recreation programming.
Manage and inventory all recreational sports equipment and supplies.
Make recommendations concerning operational budgets.
Assist in the overall operation of Intramural Sports and the Outdoor Adventure Program.
Assist in establishing and implementing short-term and long-range objectives for Sports and Recreation.
Assist with special events (as needed).
Attend regional and national conference meetings annually.
Apply safety-related knowledge, skills, and practices to everyday work.
Commit to learning about continuous improvement strategies and applying them to everyday work.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Education, Certifications, Licensures (minimum requirements)
Master of Business or Sports Administration
Required Experience (minimum requirements)
● Demonstrated experience working in collegiate, recreational sports environments.
● Knowledge of campus policies and procedures.
● Demonstrated experience planning and executing events.
● Demonstrated the ability and evidence of commitment to work with a diverse group of students, staff, and community members.
● Demonstrated ability and willingness to work evening and weekend hours.
● Certification: First Aid/CPR/AED certification or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire.
Desirable Education and/or Experience
● Familiarity with Michigan Technological University and the Recreation Program.
● Experience, playing, coaching, or officiating athletics at a college level.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and/or Abilities (minimum requirements)
● Strong knowledge of recreation organization, and management procedures.
● Excellent time management, organizational, and communication skills.
● High-energy person and ability to work well with staff and student employees.
● Frequent evening and weekend work is required.
● Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively across cultural boundaries and work harmoniously with diverse groups of students, faculty, and staff.
● Demonstrated leadership of safety principles and practices.
● Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team with enthusiasm, initiative, and creativity.
● Ability to work outdoors with all age populations.
● Demonstrated commitment to contribute to a safe work environment.
● Proficient in Microsoft Office (including PowerPoint and Excel).
Desirable Knowledge, Skills, and/or Abilities
● Demonstrated knowledge and ability in officiating various sports,
scheduling and sports rules
● Proven commitment to student and staff development and customer
service
● A demonstrated ability to take initiative, problem-solve, and meet
deadlines.
• Demonstrated success in, or potential future contributions to, working with persons from diverse backgrounds, creating a sense of belonging, and fostering a fair, objective, welcoming place to work for persons with a wide variety of personal characteristics and viewpoints.
Language, Mathematics and/or Reasoning Skills
Work Environment and/or Physical Demands
Required Training and Other Conditions of Employment
Every employee at Michigan Technological University will receive the following 4 required trainings; additional training may be required by the department.
Required University Training:
Employee Safety Overview
Anti-Harassment, Discrimination, Retaliation Training
Annual Data Security Training
Annual Title IX Training
Background Check:
Offers of employment are contingent upon and not considered finalized until the required background check has been performed and the results received and assessed.
Other Conditions of Employment:
Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without the need of an employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of your appointment, and maintain eligibility without sponsorship throughout your appointment.
Michigan Technological University is an Equal Opportunity Educational Institution/Equal Opportunity Employer that provides equal opportunity for all, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities
Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) % (1=100%)
1
FLSA Status
Exempt
Appointment Term
12 months
Shift
Pay Rate/Salary
No less than $44,000
Title of Position Supervisor
Director of Recreation
Posting Type
Internal & External
Dependent on Funding
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants (if applicable)
Applicants will need to upload a letter of interest, resume and the contact information for three (3) professional references.
Additional Information
Michigan Tech is an internationally renowned doctoral research university located in Houghton, MI in Michigan's scenic Upper Peninsula, on the south shore of Lake Superior. The area provides a unique setting where natural beauty, culture, education, and a diversity of residents from around the world come together to share a superb living and learning experience.
Required Education, Certifications, Licensures* (minimum requirements)
Advertised: 27 Jun 2024 Eastern Daylight Time
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