Overview

York College of Pennsylvania seeks a motivated leader to guide and advance our dynamic campus recreation program. The Director of Campus Recreation oversees competitive sports, fitness programming, outdoor adventure opportunities, and student and employee wellness initiatives. This position is responsible for managing multiple campus facilities, as well as both professional and student employees. The Director of Campus Recreation must be visionary and will collaborate with constituents to further the connection between campus recreation and the holistic wellness of the College community. With a significant role in strategic and financial planning, student engagement, risk management, facility management, and campus-wide communication, the Director of Campus Recreation plays a critical role in the administration of the Department of Athletics and Recreation.

Personnel

• Directly supervises the full-time Assistant Director of Campus Recreation in monitoring a robust intramural program and 14 club sports.
• Directly supervises the Climbing Wall Manager in the maintenance, programming, and operation of the climbing wall.
• Directly supervises certified exercise instructors.
• Oversees the hiring, training, scheduling, and evaluation of over 100 student employees.

Collaboration

• Serves on campus-wide committees related to student and employee wellness, student retention, and safety.
• Works closely with colleagues from intercollegiate athletics, the Recreation Leadership major, and Physical Education regarding shared spaces, interests, and initiatives.
• Communicates internally and externally to grow and promote campus recreation.
• Partners in risk management with various campus offices.

Planning

• Designs and budgets programming for three dimensions of campus recreation: competitive sports, fitness/wellness, and outdoor adventure.
• Incorporates trends and feedback for program modeling.
• Provides research and vision for the future of York College Campus Recreation.

Fitness Center

• Oversees the management and operation of the 7,000-square-foot facility within the Grumbacher Sport & Fitness Center.
• Orders supplies/equipment and schedules maintenance.
• Monitors daily facility upkeep.
• Programs space and operating hours.
• Manages student staff.

• Bachelor’s degree required; master’s degree preferred.
• Three years of experience in campus recreation, personnel supervision, facility administration, and risk management.
• Ability to work effectively in a collegiate setting with enrolled and prospective students, faculty, administrators, staff, alumni, and the greater College community.
• Ability to manage and coordinate departmental programs and services.
• Excellent organization, communication (verbal, interpersonal, and written), and customer relations skills
• American Red Cross CPR/AED and basic first aid certifications.

About York College of Pennsylvania

Established in 1787, York College of Pennsylvania is a private, four-year college located in the city of York, a hub of arts and industry between Baltimore and Philadelphia. Housed on 190 picturesque acres, the college is known for its focus on experiential learning and community engagement, serving over 4,000 undergraduate and 300+ graduate students in more than 70 baccalaureate majors, along with 20+ graduate and professional programs. Deeply rooted in the liberal arts and recognized for excellence in its professional nursing, business, engineering, and education programs, York is ranked among the nation's top 50 Best Value Schools by U.S. News. The College's robust recreation and athletics program is among the best in the region, and is home to 23 NCAA III Division sports teams and 30+ intramural sports. A Princeton Review Best Northeastern College, York prides itself on its experienced, engaged faculty; its high-impact and student-centric philosophy; and its long-standing commitment to affordability and accessibility. York College is committed to building a diverse college community and encourages members of underrepresented groups to apply.

Connections working at York College of Pennsylvania