The successful candidate must possess a Master's Degree in recreation, kinesiology, sports management, higher education administration, student affairs or a related field and at least eight (8) years of progressively responsible and relevant experience in student affairs and/or student life, preferably in collegiate recreation. Additional required qualifications include: - Possession of a working knowledge of National Intramural-Recreational Sports Association (NIRSA) Strategic Values and Core Competencies and application within the collegiate recreation setting; - Demonstrated knowledge of recreation and wellness programming and risk management in a college setting with a commitment to student development; - Demonstrated record of successfully planning, leading, implementing, supervising, and evaluating programs, projects, or initiatives in accordance with applicable guidelines, regulations, and policies and utilization of effective change management; - Excellent ability to establish metrics for department and employee goals which measure effectiveness of contributions to efficient operations of the department; - Proven ability to work effectively and respectfully in a culturally diverse and ethnically rich environment; - Proven ability in the effective supervision, management, and evaluation of personnel, including the ability to inspire, influence and lead others towards achieving and maintaining high rates of participant and employee satisfaction; - Demonstrated success in supervising staff, and managing facilities and equipment, and evidence of successful financial and budget management skills; - Strong commitment to the responsible stewardship of student funds. Desired Qualifications: - An earned Doctorate in a relevant discipline, such as recreation, kinesiology, sports management, higher education administration, student affairs or a related field; - Familiarity working in a collective bargaining environment; - Demonstrated record of effectively managing complex budget portfolios, including revenue-generating enterprises; - Demonstrated ability to articulate the role student life plays in recruitment, student success, retention, and graduation, and a commitment to college student development and student leadership; - Knowledge of the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) rating system and demonstrated commitment to sustainable business operations; - Prior experience managing collegiate recreation and wellness programming; - Direct personnel management experience (hiring, training, and evaluating) of full-time/career staff; - Professional membership and involvement with the NIRSA; - Certification in American Red Cross Adult First Aid/CPR/AED or equivalent. | 
