Northwestern Recreation is excited to announce the opening of our Assistant Director of Facilities and Operations position. The primary responsibility of this position is the direct oversight of Northwestern Recreation's flagship facility, the Henry Crown Sports Pavilion. 

This position is responsible for maintaining safe, efficient, and customer-friendly facilities. Regular duties include hiring and training our operations staff and ensuring appropriate services are available, utilized, and delivered to provide the highest quality of service and guest retention for students, faculty, staff, and community members. This position also represents Northwestern Recreation in promoting programs and services while maintaining a professional environment and consistent enforcement of department policies.

Please note: This position is expected to work weekday evening hours during the school year to provide necessary building oversite for evening programming. Additional early morning, weekend, and holiday hours may be required. Additionally, this role is responsible for adhering to all Department and University policies and procedures and the rules, regulations, bylaws, and interpretations of the Big Ten Conference and the NCAA.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Recruit, train, and manage a large temporary workforce. Responsible for scheduling temporary staff to support two Recreation facilities. Create, evaluate, and implement training, in-services, and development opportunities for student supervisors and front-line staff.
• In charge of managing upgrades and support of the scheduling software for the Recreation Department.
• Review status of regularly provided recreational programs and services; note issues and trends, resolve conflicts or problems through regular client contact and staff meetings.
• Help maintain/repair fitness and weight training equipment.
• Conduct regular facility-wide walkthroughs to assure the policies and procedures are being enforced and that a safe environment for recreation prevails. Takes action to correct safety and liability hazards.
• Manage and maintain the pro shop at the Henry Crown Sports Pavilion which includes all aspects of towel service, resale items, and equipment for checkout.
• Serve as additional Fusion administrator assisting with database problem solving, upgrades, and training of staff.
• Review shift reports from Building Supervisors and act to resolve problems or patron requests.
• Lead building tours. Promote memberships and programs to prospective students and members.
• Assist with scheduling recreational facilities as it pertains to events and facility staffing.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study in an accredited college or university leading to a bachelor's in Recreation, Physical Education or a related field or higher degree; OR appropriate combination of education and experience.
• Minimum 3 years’ related experience, preferably at the collegiate level
• CPR/First Aid certificate
• 2 years’ experience administering recreation programs.
• Ability to effectively manage staff and student workers.
• Ability to demonstrate strong independence and discretion.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong organization skills and the ability to multi-task.
• Strong interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree in Recreation Administration, Sports Management, Business Administration, Higher Education, or a related field.
• Graduate Assistantship in Facility Operations or related field.
• 4 years’ experience operating collegiate recreational facilities and managing student staff.

To apply and view the complete Job Description please follow the instructions below:

For consideration, please go to the link below. You will be directed to Northwestern University's electronic recruiting system, myHR, where you will search and apply for current openings. To apply for this position in myHR, search for Job Opening ID # 44400 in the Search Jobs field. Once you apply, you will receive an email confirming submission of your resume. For all resumes received, if there is interest in your candidacy, the human resources recruiter or the department hiring manager will contact you.

https://careers.northwestern.edu 

As per Northwestern University policy, this position requires a criminal background check.  Successful applicants will need to submit to a criminal background check prior to employment.

Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer of all protected classes, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the United States.