Associate Director for Sports Program

Company: Syracuse University
Location: Syracuse
Posted on: February 22, 2021

Job Description:

Standard University business hours

8:30am - 5:00pm (academic year)
8:00am - 4:30pm (summer)

Hours may vary based on operational needs Evenings and weekends required Job Type Full-time Campus Unionized Position Code Not Applicable Job Description Associate Director for Sports is a senior level management position in the Syracuse University Recreation unit responsible for leadership, development and management of the Sport Club and Intramural Sports programs. The Sport Club program consists of 50 competitive, instructional and recreational clubs with over 1,500 participants. The Intramural Sports program includes 24 sports activities and has over 2,800 participants. The Sports work group consists of (3) full time staff and 60 student staff. Associate Director directly supervise (2) full time staff members and manages an operating budget of $350,000. Associate Director for Sports establishes, coordinates and implements appropriate risk management and compliance plans for all Sports programs. Innovative, quality programming is critical to the success of the Barnes Center at The Arch operations. Qualifications Master's degree in Recreation, Physical Education, Sports Management or related field. Minimum 5 years experience working in college/university recreation or related field. Experience managing Sport Club and Intramural Sports programs. Minimum 5 years experience developing and supervising student staff. Job Specific Qualifications Demonstrated history of supervising staff from diverse identity backgrounds. Sports officiating experience. Demonstrated ability to assess and promote inclusive club and intramural sport programs. Experience with managing the operations of multiple program areas. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Excellent planning and organization skills. Excellent team work skills. Responsibilities Provides overall direction and supervision of Sport Club program. Plan and direct required semester training sessions for club officers, participants and coaches relating to University policies and Sport Club program rules. Responsible for managing annual mandatory anti-discrimination and harassments training, including Title IX training with other campus partners. Provides supervision, leadership and direction to (2) fulltime staff members, (1) Student Program Assistant, (5) student supervisors and the Sport Club Council. Coordinates and provides onsite supervision of Sport Club practices and competitions. Reviews and updates Sport Club policies and procedures. Assists with organizational meetings for new clubs. Manages web based Sport Club administration program. Interviews, trains and approves Sport Club coaches. Resolves sportsmanship issues and violations of program policies. Implements appropriate risk management plans for program operations. Coordinates Emergency Action Plans. Enforces policies and procedures relating to Sport Club participation. Maintains accurate club rosters and training records. Verifies participant eligibility. Manages club scheduling, travel and event management. Provides overall direction and supervision to Intramural Sports program. Directs training and development of (1) fulltime staff member and 50 officials and supervisors. Plans overall schedule of Intramural activities and explores new programming opportunities to increase participation and involvement. Plans, develops, teaches and leads officials training clinics. Develops, reviews, revises and enforces policies and procedures relating to Intramural Sports program operations and participation. Ensures that programs are operating within departmental and university guidelines. Coordinates and provides onsite supervision of Intramural Sports programs. Establish, coordinate and implement comprehensive risk management plans for all program areas. Manage Athletic Training contract and manage procedures relating to concussion polices for sports programs. Schedule Athletic Trainers for competitions and practices for high risk sports. Arrange for Athletic training access for all sports participants. Serve on department Risk Management Committee. Develop, review, revise and enforce policies and procedures relating to program participation. Through regular visitations and audits, position evaluates and monitors risk management and policy compliance for all sports activities. Evaluate effectiveness of programs on an ongoing basis, using appropriate assessment tools, such as surveys, program evaluation forms, and staff summaries. Collect data relating to program operations, participation and participant satisfaction and learning. Utilize feedback to inform future priorities, enhancements, and initiatives which respond to the changing needs of students and the University. Develop and manage program operating budget of over $350,000 in accordance with university and departmental policies. Accurately forecast, track and record program expenditures. Oversee club budget allocation process. Purchase, maintain and inventory program equipment. Ensure payroll activities for Sports work unit are performed accurately, timely and in accordance with university policies. Physical Requirements * Tools/Equipment * Application Instructions In addition to completing an online application, please attach a resume and cover letter. About Syracuse University Syracuse University is a private, international research university with distinctive academics, diversely unique offerings and an undeniable spirit. Located in the geographic heart of New York State, with a global footprint, and nearly 150 years of history, Syracuse University offers a quintessential college experience.

The scope of Syracuse University is a testament to its strengths: a pioneering history dating back to 1870; a choice of more than 200 majors and 100 minors offered through 13 schools and colleges; nearly 15,000 undergraduates and 5,000 graduate students; more than a quarter of a million alumni in 160 countries; and a student population from all 50 U.S. states and 123 countries. For more information, please visit www.syracuse.edu. About the Syracuse area Syracuse is a medium-sized city situated in the geographic center of New York State approximately 250 miles northwest of New York City. The metro-area population totals approximately 500,000. The area offers a low cost of living and provides many social, cultural, and recreational options, including parks, museums, festivals, professional regional theater, and premier shopping venues. Syracuse and Central New York present a wide range of seasonal recreation and attractions ranging from water skiing and snow skiing, hiking in the Adirondacks, touring the historic sites, visiting wineries along the Finger Lakes, and biking on trails along the Erie Canal. EEOC Syracuse University is an equal-opportunity, affirmative-action institution. The University prohibits discrimination and harassment based on race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender, national origin, citizenship, ethnicity, marital status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law to the extent prohibited by law. This nondiscrimination policy covers admissions, employment, and access to and treatment in University programs, services, and activities. Commitment to Supporting and Hiring Veterans Syracuse University has a long history of engaging veterans and the military-connected community through its educational programs, community outreach, and employment programs. After World War II, Syracuse University welcomed more than 10,000 returning veterans to our campus, and those veterans literally transformed Syracuse University into the national research institution it is today. The University's contemporary commitment to veterans builds on this historical legacy, and extends to both class-leading initiatives focused on making an SU degree accessible and affordable to the post-9/11 generation of veterans, and also programs designed to position Syracuse University as the employer of choice for military veterans, members of the Guard and Reserve, and military family members. Commitment to a Diverse and Inclusive Campus Community Syracuse University maintains an inclusive learning environment in which students, faculty, administrators, staff, curriculum, social activities, governance, and all other aspects of campus life reflect a diverse, multi-cultural, and international worldview. The University community recognizes and values the many similarities and differences among individuals and groups. At Syracuse, we are committed to preparing students to understand, live among, appreciate, and work in an inherently diverse country and world made up of people with different ethnic and racial backgrounds, military backgrounds, religious beliefs, socio-economic status, cultural traditions, abilities, sexual orientations and gender identities. To do so, we commit ourselves to promoting a community that celebrates and models the principles of diversity and inclusivity. Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

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