Assistant Director Recreation Operations

Creighton University in Omaha, NE is seeking to hire an Assistant Director of Recreation Operations in Student Life.

Assistant Director is responsible for the development and oversight of the open recreation, membership services, recreational facility operations and maintenance and day-to-day operations Kiewit Fitness Center.

Responsible for the training and mentoring of 60+ student staff working as operations attendants, building supervisors, office assistants and program managers.

This role will develop positive relationships with Housing and Auxiliary Services, Public Safety, Facilities and equipment vendors to ensure that facility access, safety and needs are met.

Key Responsibilities

• Hire, Train, Supervise and Manage Open Recreation and Membership Services program and student staff (60+)
• Liase with Housing and Auxiliary Services, Public Safety, Athletics, and other University offices to ensure recreational spaces, equipment and operational needs are met.
• Coordinate emergency training program to help prepare department staff for various emergency and non-emergency situations.
• Provide logistical support for University, Divisional and Departmental events that occur in recreation facilities; Events include University Welcome, Academic Ceremonies, Summer Camp Operations.
• At all times employees are expected to uphold Creighton's core values and demonstrate commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment, while adhering to all University Ethical Standards of Conduct, rules, regulations, and job requirements, including required educational trainings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related field required. Master's degree preferred.
• 2 Years of related experience.
• CPR, First Aid, AED certification required (or willingness to obtain within first 60 days of employment).
• CPR, First Aid, AED instructor certification required (or willingness to obtain within first year of employment).
• Experience with the NIRSA preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of facility operations and special events.
• Committed to developing students within the catholic, Jesuit context.

How to Apply

Applicants are encouraged to apply with a cover letter and up to date resume attached to the online application. If you have any questions submitting your application or materials, please don't hesitate to contact [email protected]

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Disclosure Statement

This description describes the general nature of work to be performed and does not include an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, or abilities required.

Regular, reliable attendance is an essential function and all employees are required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties as requested by their supervisor.

Employees may also be required to work in excess of normal working hours as workloads and seasonal activities necessitate.

A complete description is available in the Human Resource office. Creighton University reserves the right to modify duties, responsibilities and activities at any time with or without notice.