Campus Recreation Director jobs in Pennsylvania

Campus Recreation Director manages operations of all non-varsity and club (intramural) sports program. Monitors funds and scheduling and oversees recreation facilities. Being a Campus Recreation Director requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a head of division/department. The Campus Recreation Director manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. Extensive knowledge of department processes. To be a Campus Recreation Director typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 to 3 years supervisory experience may be required. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Manager, Campus Recreation
  • University of Pennsylvania
  • Philadelphia, PA FULL_TIME
  • University Overview

    The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn's distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America's Best Employers By State in 2021.

    Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural offerings, and wide variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home for work and play.

    The University offers a competitive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families, generous retirement benefits, a wide variety of professional development opportunities, supportive work and family benefits, a wealth of health and wellness programs and resources, and much more.

    COVID-19 vaccination is a requirement for all positions at the University of Pennsylvania. New hires are expected to be fully vaccinated before beginning work at the University. For more information about Penn's vaccine requirements and the use of Penn Open Pass, visit the Penn COVID-19 Response website for the latest information.

    Posted Job Title
    Manager, Campus Recreation

    Job Profile Title
    Director B

    Job Description Summary
    The Manager of Campus Recreation is part of the leadership team for Campus Recreation within the Division of Recreation and Intercollegiate Athletics serving a diverse University Community of over 40,000 people.

    The Manager of Campus Recreation oversees all areas of Adventure, Aquatics, Fitness, and Structured Sport programming, membership and online services, and special events as assigned. The position is responsible for developing and managing strategic planning, operations, program schedules, and budgets by setting program goals, measuring participant satisfaction, enhancing revenue generation, managing equipment inventories, approving purchases, enforcing policies, and managing professional staff as assigned. This position will be responsible for assembling all monthly and year-end key performance indicators for programs and membership, drafting proposals and reports, and overseeing the Recreation programming, membership, and administrative budget.

    This individual will collaborate with Marketing and JMI Sports staff to effectively develop marketing strategies to promote Recreational programming and sponsorship opportunities while providing administrative leadership serving on the Recreation Management Team working with others across departmental functions to meet strategic goals. The Manager needs to cultivate current and prospective Campus Recreation members by being visible and accessible, be receptive to feedback, and network with other Recreational professionals within the City, Ivy League, and NIRSA.

    Receives direct administrative supervision and guidance from the Senior Associate Athletic Director/Chief Operations Officer.

    Job Description

    Duties:
    Develop and manage strategic planning, operations, program schedule and budget implications of all recreational program activities and services for the University community. This includes Fitness (personal training, group exercise, instructional fitness, pilates, and client services), structured sports (intramurals and club sports), aquatics (open swim, swim lessons, certifications, courses, and compliance with PA Bathing Code regulations) adventure (bouldering, rock wall climbing), and special events. Develop creative and innovative assessment tools to measure participant satisfaction and enhance revenue generation. Maintain equipment & supply inventories and approve purchases as needed. Develop, implement, & enforce policies & procedures as required. Recruit, hire, train, manage, and develop full-time and part-time staff as assigned.

    Develop and manage strategic planning, operations, and budget implications of all membership options and online services (locker, adventure equipment, and golf simulator rentals). Develop creative and innovative assessment tools to measure participant satisfaction and enhance revenue generation. Maintain equipment & supply inventories and approve purchases as needed. Develop, implement, & enforce policies & procedures as required. Recruit, hire, train, manage, and develop full-time and part-time staff as assigned.

    Draft and present proposals, revenue & expense reports, annual reports, and briefing materials to enhance business operations that are aligned with the Department, Division, and University. Manage Recreation programming, membership, and administrative budgets.

    Collaborate and provide administrative leadership with Recreation Management Team across departmental functions. Work collaboratively with DRIA staff to effectively develop and implement marketing strategies, materials, and plans promoting Recreational programming and membership sales. Work collaboratively with JMI Sports staff to develop sponsorship opportunities within Campus Recreation facilities/programs.

    Cultivate relationships with current and potential Rec members. Organize Rec Advisory Committee; select members, orgranize regularly scheduled meetings & agendas, and disseminate feedback. Spearhead external networking with NIRSA, City 6, Ivy League Rec Directors and other peers for Penn Campus Recreation team.

    Other duties & responsibilities as assigned.

    Qualifications:
    Penn Campus Recreation is looking for a results-oriented, innovative, and analytical applicant who can manage multiple priorities and deliver high quality programs and services. This position encourages developing new ideas, systems, and technologies, but also analyzing and improving current ones. Calculated decision making in a fast-paced environment is required. Must be structured, organized, and efficient.

    A Bachelor's Degree and 5-7 years of relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required. Successful candidate must demonstrate experience in program administration, personnel management, business operations/budget management, strategic planning and leadership. Ability to motivate staff and work with a leadership team across multiple departments required.

    Previous experience with fitness and wellness programming required. Must be willing to acquire and maintain any necessary certifications. Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required. Valid driver's license required.

    Preferred Qualifications:
    A degree with an emphasis in sports management/administration, recreation, business administration, marketing, or other related field is preferred. Previous experience with aquatics programming preferred. Any of the following certifications preferred but not required to be hired (accredited personal training and/or group fitness instructor, American Red Cross Lifeguarding Instructor, WSI and/or LGI, CPO and/or AFO, PA Pesticide Applicator, American Red Cross CPR/AED Instructor, AMGA Top Rope, etc.).

    Application Requirement:
    A Cover Letter and Resume/CV are required to be considered for this position. Please upload your Cover Letter where it asks you to upload your Resume/CV; multiple documents are allowed.

    Targeted Pay Range:
    $61-75K commensurate with education and experience

    Job Location - City, State
    Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

    Department / School
    Division of Recreation & Intercollegiate Athletics

    Pay Range
    $61,046.00 - $95,972.00
    Salary offers are made based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, as well as internal and market factors and grade profile.

    Affirmative Action Statement
    Penn adheres to a policy that prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected class.

    Special Requirements
    Background check required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.

    University Benefits

    Health, Life, and Flexible Spending Accounts : Penn offers comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits to protect you and your family's health and welfare. You can also use flexible spending accounts to pay for eligible health care and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.

    Tuition : Take advantage of Penn's exceptional tuition benefits. You, your spouse, and your dependent children can get tuition assistance here at Penn. Your dependent children are also eligible for tuition assistance at other institutions.

    Retirement: Penn offers generous retirement plans to help you save for your future. Penn's Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans allow you to save for retirement on a pre-tax or Roth basis. Choose from a wide variety of investment options through TIAA and Vanguard.

    Time Away from Work: Penn provides you with a substantial amount of time away from work during the course of the year. This allows you to relax, take vacations, attend to personal affairs, recover from illness or injury, spend time with family-whatever your personal needs may be.

    Long-Term Care Insurance: In partnership with Genworth Financial, Penn offers faculty and staff (and your eligible family members) long-term care insurance to help you cover some of the costs of long-term care services received at home, in the community or in a nursing facility. If you apply when you're newly hired, you won't have to provide proof of good health or be subject to underwriting requirements. Eligible family members must always provide proof of good health and are subject to underwriting.

    Wellness and Work-life Resources : Penn is committed to supporting our faculty and staff as they balance the competing demands of work and personal life. That's why we offer a wide variety of programs and resources to help you care for your health, your family, and your work-life balance.

    Professional and Personal Development: Penn provides an array of resources to help you advance yourself personally and professionally.

    University Resources: As a member of the Penn community, you have access to a wide range of University resources as well as cultural and recreational activities. Take advantage of the University's libraries and athletic facilities, or visit our arboretum and art galleries. There's always something going on at Penn, whether it's a new exhibit at the Penn Museum, the latest music or theater presentation at the Annenberg Center, or the Penn Relays at Franklin Field to name just a few examples. As a member of the Penn community, you're right in the middle of the excitement-and you and your family can enjoy many of these activities for free.

    Discounts and Special Services : From arts and entertainment to transportation and mortgages, you'll find great deals for University faculty and staff. Not only do Penn arts and cultural centers and museums offer free and discounted admission and memberships to faculty and staff. You can also enjoy substantial savings on other goods and services such as new cars from Ford and General Motors, cellular phone service plans, movie tickets, and admission to theme parks.

    Flexible Work Hours: Flexible work options offer creative approaches for completing work while promoting balance between work and personal commitments. These approaches involve use of non-traditional work hours, locations, and/or job structures.

    Penn Home Ownership Services: Penn offers a forgivable loan for eligible employees interested in buying a home or currently residing in West Philadelphia, which can be used for closing costs or home improvements.

    Adoption Assistance: Penn will reimburse eligible employees on qualified expenses in connection with the legal adoption of an eligible child, such as travel or court fees, for up to two adoptions in your household.

    To learn more, please visit: https://www.hr.upenn.edu/PennHR/benefits-pay
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Recreation Director
  • Municipality of Bethel Park
  • Bethel, PA OTHER
  • Job Details Level: Management Job Location: Municipality of Bethel Park Community Center - Bethel Park, PA Education Level: 4 Year Degree Salary Range: $60,000.00 - $70,000.00 Salary Job Category: Oth...
  • 15 Days Ago

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Recreation Director
  • Genesis HealthCare
  • Bryn Athyn, PA FULL_TIME
  • Benefits*Health, Dental, Vision, Company-paid life insurance, 401K, Paid Time Off*Variable compensation plans*Tuition, Travel, and Wireless Service Discounts*Employee Assistance Program to support men...
  • 2 Days Ago

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Recreation Director
  • Chambersburg Nursing & Rehab - Chambersburg, PA
  • Chambersburg, PA FULL_TIME
  • Genesis is one of the nations' leading provider of healthcare services from short-term to long-term care and a wide variety of living options and professional clinical services. We are changing how ca...
  • 3 Days Ago

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Recreation Director
  • Wallingford Nursing & Rehab
  • Wallingford, PA FULL_TIME
  • Recreation Director at Wallingford Nursing & Rehab! Benefits $25-$28/hourHealth, Dental, Vision, Company-paid life insurance, 401K, Paid Time OffVariable compensation plansTuition, Travel, and Wireles...
  • 6 Days Ago

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Recreation Director
  • Bedrock Care
  • Luzerne, PA FULL_TIME
  • Recreation Director Skilled Nursing Facility Full-time Mon-Fri Recreation Director Benefits: · Competitive salary based on experience. · Comprehensive Healthcare Benefits · PTO and 401K · Great facili...
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Activities/ Recreation Director
  • Echelon Care and Rehab
  • Voorhees, NJ
  • Echelon Care and Rehab - Activities/ Recreation Director SALARY: $46,000-$52,000 Annualy BENEFITS: Weekly Employee Appre...
  • 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Temporary Recreational Director
  • Bezalel Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
  • Far Rockaway, NY
  • Bezalel Rehabilitation and Nursing Center - Bezalel Rehabiltation is a seeking a Recreational Director to cover for a ma...
  • 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Activities Director / Recreational Therapist / Engaged Life
  • Atria Senior Living Mount Pleasant
  • Mount Pleasant, SC
  • Job Description Job Description Direct all activities to engage our senior residents for active, healthy lifestyle, plan...
  • 4/17/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Recreation Director
  • Legacy House of South Jordan
  • South Jordan, UT
  • Are you ready to have tons of fun every day at work while helping seniors stay active and engaged? As the full-time Recr...
  • 4/17/2024 12:00:00 AM

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DAY CAMP, SUMMER FUN, & BE S.A.F.E. DIRECTORS (RECREATION LEADER SPECIALIST VII-NC)
  • City of Long Beach
  • Long Beach, CA
  • DAY CAMP, SUMMER FUN, & BE S.A.F.E. DIRECTORS (RECREATION LEADER SPECIALIST VII-NC) Print (https://www.governmentjobs.co...
  • 4/17/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Activity Aide
  • Rolling Hills Care Center
  • Selma, CA
  • Rolling Hills Care Center - POSITION DESCRIPTION Responsible for supporting the efforts of the Activity Director in the ...
  • 4/17/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Onsite Assistant Recreation Director - Part-Time (CVCA2024-6697)
  • RealManage
  • Chula Vista, CA
  • Overview: Company Overview: RealManage is a national Inc. 5000 firm with clients and operations in 24 states from Califo...
  • 4/14/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Onsite Assistant Recreation Director - Part-Time (CVCA2024-6696)
  • RealManage
  • Chula Vista, CA
  • Overview: Company Overview: RealManage is a national Inc. 5000 firm with clients and operations in 24 states from Califo...
  • 4/14/2024 12:00:00 AM

Pennsylvania (/ˌpɛnsɪlˈveɪniə/ (listen) PEN-sil-VAY-nee-ə), officially the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, is a state located in the northeastern and Mid-Atlantic regions of the United States. The Appalachian Mountains run through its middle. The Commonwealth is bordered by Delaware to the southeast, Maryland to the south, West Virginia to the southwest, Ohio to the west, Lake Erie and the Canadian province of Ontario to the northwest, New York to the north, and New Jersey to the east. Pennsylvania is the 33rd-largest state by area, and the 6th-most populous state according to the most recent of...
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