Housed in the Division of Student Affairs, the Department of Recreation Services at Iowa State University strives to provide a holistic and diverse approach to health and wellness that encompasses physical, spiritual, intellectual, environmental, social, and emotional wellness. The department offers high-quality recreational facilities and a wide variety of programs and services to promote a healthy mind and body and enhance the overall quality of the educational experience at Iowa State University.

Job Description:

Recreation Services is seeking qualified applicants for the position Sr. Assistant Director for adventure programs. The Sr. Assistant Director oversees the day to day operations, program planning and promotion of the Adventure program at ISU. The Adventure program includes five main components, climbing walls at both State Gym and Lied Recreation Center, equipment rentals/bike maintenance, workshops, trips and custom programs.

Example of Duties
• Provides day-to-day administration for recreational programs for students.
• Provides programming for recreational programs.
• Develops and oversees a budget.
• Participates in strategic planning.
• Supervises staff in program areas.

Required Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree and 5 years of related experience

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in campus recreation environment
Experience overseeing/managing student employees
Wilderness First Aid certification
Experience leading trips
Experience working at a climbing wall

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in teaching group fitness classes and/or personal training clients.
Overseeing fitness program or related program
Collegiate/campus recreation experience
Experience training fitness instructors or personal trainers
Master's degree or in process of receiving