What are the responsibilities and job description for the Coordinator of Recreation position at University of Maine?
The University of Southern Maine Department of Athletics invites applicants for the position of Coordinator of Recreation. This is an excellent opportunity for organized and energetic individuals interested in expanding their career in the collegiate recreation and athletics field!
Athletics and recreation are important and exciting parts of student life at USM, which sponsors 23 NCAA Division III intercollegiate teams and a host of club and intramural sports opportunities. Huskies’ athletics places the highest priority on the overall quality of the educational experience and on the successful completion of all students’ academic programs.
The Coordinator of Recreation is responsible for a comprehensive recreation program that engages a diverse student population, promotes health and wellness, and enhances the quality of living and learning for students. They will oversee all functions of the University of Southern Maine’s programs in club sports (including the new e-sports program) and intramural sports, cultivate inclusive opportunities for engagement, and work closely with Sullivan Gym and Costello Sports Complex staff members to broaden recreational opportunities for students and community members.
This is a full time, 12-month position with an annual salary $52,000 plus a 10% employer retirement contribution. This position is primarily located on our Gorham campus.
The University of Maine System provides a highly competitive benefits package that includes holidays, vacation, and sick time; health, dental and vision insurance; life insurance; short- and long-term disability insurance; a tuition waiver program for employees, spouse, and eligible dependents; a 403(b)-retirement plan; and more. Visit our Benefits and Welless website or review our Benefits Information Summary to learn more.
The University of Southern Maine embraces an inclusive campus community that values the expression of differences in ways that promote excellence in teaching, learning, personal development, and institutional success. Our Office of Equity, Inclusion and Community Impact supports the University of Southern Maine’s DEIA and Community Impact focused departments, committees, groups, projects, training, and events. USM encourages women, veterans, individuals with disabilities, and people from diverse racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds to apply.
We live our Service Promise, Student Focused Every Day, and we are looking for a team member who understands that promise and supports our core values of Respect & Care, Integrity, Equity and Responsiveness.
Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in sport management, physical education, recreation, athletic leadership or related field.
- At least one (1) year of experience in the recreation field.
- Demonstrated organization/administrative skills, interpersonal communication skills, and leadership.
Please complete an applicant profile and application and upload a cover letter and resume. Finalist candidates will be asked to provide a list of the names and contact information for references.
For full consideration, please submit all required materials by June 18, 2024.
We are not able to consider applicants who require Visa sponsorship support.
Appropriate background screening will be conducted for the successful candidate.
In complying with the letter and spirit of applicable laws and pursuing its own goals of diversity, the University of Maine System does not discriminate on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, gender identity or expression, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, familial status, ancestry, age, disability physical or mental, genetic information, or veterans or military status in employment, education, and all other programs and activities. The University provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.
The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies: Director of Equal Opportunity, 5748 Boudreau Hall, Room 101, Orono, ME 04469-5754, 207-581-1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).
Salary : $52,000
