• Provides leadership and directs the Intramural Sports Programming (e.g. flag football, soccer, volleyball, basketball, table tennis, badminton, etc.), which has over 6,000 unique participants and over 45,000 contact hours annually. Independently manage day-to-day operations, including staffing, scheduling leagues, tournaments and special events, registration, equipment maintenance and replacement, and inventory control.
• Develop, implement, and update standard operating procedures and guidelines. Work directly with the University Risk Manager to ensure proper university and department risk management procedures are followed for Intramural Sports programming.
• Responsible for all aspects of supervision (hiring, disciplining, terminating, performance evaluations) of more than 150 student program assistants, supervisors, evaluators, officials and scorekeepers. Facilitate training, mentoring, and continuing education opportunities for staff. Responsible for managing time cards and bi-weekly payroll for respective student staff.
• Provides leadership and advises the Club Sports Program, which includes more than 1,800 unique participants and 110,000 contact hours annually. Independently manage day-to-day operations. Work directly with the University Risk Manager to ensure proper university and department risk management procedures are followed for Club Sports.
• Independently makes decisions and exceptions about standard operating procedures and guidelines.
• Responsible for an operating budget of $240k annually. Responsible for managing Club Sports allocation process and a sustainable fee structure.
• Serve as department liaison to a select number of Club Sports organizations. Advise and mentor Club Sports Council members, respective club officers, and club members.
• Develop and instruct the Club Officer Leadership Training and Development program. Specific topics include: risk management, travel guidelines, event planning, purchasing policies and guidelines, facility scheduling, recruitment, and documentation requirements.
• Provides consultation and expert advice on best practices, industry trends and emerging issues to Assistant Director, Sports Programs and Wellness and Recreation leadership.
• Resolve conflicts and grievances within the area of responsibility. Develop and execute an ongoing customer service training program to ensure goals, objectives and outcomes are met.
• Plan and assess short and long-term business objectives and goals for Intramural Sports program and Club Sports program to determine satisfaction levels, areas of improvement and potential sectors to target among staff and participants. 
• Manage sports-related external reservations and events for Wellness and Recreation. Responsible for event coordination, staff training, equipment rental and scheduling.
• Oversee the painting of outdoor fields utilizing a painting robot.
• Assist with the development and execution of marketing strategies for Sports Programs, services and special events.
• Support the execution of special events, certification workshops and conferences.
• Other duties as assigned. 

MINIMUM EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in recreation, sports management, higher education administration or a related field. If in progress; must be completed by the date of hire.
• At least two years of experience with intramural sports and/or club sports program planning and implementation in a collegiate recreation environment.

OTHER REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Demonstrated ability to work autonomously with initiative, critical and creative thinking.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate, develop partnerships and work effectively as a member of a fast-paced, results-oriented team.
• Demonstrated knowledge of national trends and best practices in sports programming.
• Demonstrated knowledge of theories and practices in promoting student development and learning.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated experience organizing and developing leaders through practical application and learning.
• Demonstrated success managing, supervising, and mentoring student employees.
• Commitment to promoting healthy, active lifestyles.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS 

• Master’s degree in recreation, sports management, higher education administration or a related field.
• Two or more years of experience with intramural sports and/or club sports program planning and implementation in a collegiate recreation environment. This may include a graduate assistantship or two years of professional internship.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Applicants must apply online at NC State University Human Resources https://jobs.ncsu.edu/postings/207108 (Posting Number PG193624EP) and should include a cover letter, resume, and list three references.

The review of applicants will begin Monday, September 23, 2024.

If you have any questions, please contact Grayson Martin, Assistant Director, Sports Programs at jgmarti2@ncsu.edu.

AA/EOE

NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process, please call 919-515-3148.

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.

NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

Applications submitted through bluefishjobs.com will not be accepted.

About NC State University

NC State Wellness and Recreation empowers the Wolfpack community to thrive. Together, we explore and grow in these six elements of wellness: purpose, financial, physical, emotional, social, and community. We value movement and inspire behaviors that improve health and well-being. Our programs, services, and facilities enhance academic success by assisting students in developing the skills and resilience needed for college and beyond. To learn more about Wellness and Recreation and our mission, visit: https://wellrec.dasa.ncsu.edu/about/ NC State is the preeminent research enterprise and the university of choice for accomplished, high-performing students from around the world. Our extensive partnerships with business, industry and government generate a unique culture of collaboration to address the grand challenges of society. Our cutting-edge, solution-driven research, technology and scholarship result in new ideas, products and services. Our faculty, who are at the forefront of interdisciplinary innovation, lead extraordinary programs in learning and discovery. And as the leader in experiential education, we provide relevant opportunities for students to put learning in...to practice and develop personal and career-ready skills. Our students, faculty, staff, and alumni create economic, societal and intellectual prosperity.

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