This position will work collaboratively with and report directly to the Associate Director – Member Services, Outreach, Personnel Development, and Camps.  Primary duties are to develop, oversee, and administer all aspects of a summer recreation-based day camp for youth. Must stay abreast of local, regional, and national trends in youth camps.  Partner with the Outreach team to showcase RecWell's diverse offerings to the university community. This includes developing innovative outreach strategies, contributing to communications efforts, and participating in campus events. Enhance RecWell's onboarding, offboarding, and interview processes to create a smooth and positive employee experience. Responsible for creating resources like standardized rubrics, and engaging training programs to create a culture of continuous learning within the team. Participate in budget allocation and program outreach efforts. Some evening and weekend work is required.

• Ability to design, implement, and evaluate camp activities that are age-appropriate, engaging, and aligned with the mission of Purdue RecWell and Purdue Youth Protection Office.
• Ability to promote the camp and recruit participants through community engagement and communication channels.
• Must show ability to establish long- and short-term operational and strategic goals consistent with the university and division's mission
• Ability to work collaboratively with administrative, clerical, service, and student staff
• Must show ability to build, develop, and cultivate relationships across campus with a variety of constituents
• Demonstrated ability to plan and implement employee training sessions and supervise a large student workforce
• A successful candidate will be self-motivated, energetic, service-minded and adept at solving problems
• Ability to identify opportunities to promote RecWell programs and improve student, staff, and faculty engagement on campus and in the community
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse constituents
• Must possess effective communication (written/oral) as well as interpersonal skills
• Proficient with computer software (word processing, spreadsheet, electronic communication, etc.)

Bachelor’s degree in areas such as recreation, sport management, facility management, or related fields

Minimum of 2 to 3 years of relevant experience in camp management, facility/event management, reservations, operations, staff supervision. (Will consider direct graduate experience)

Must be American Red Cross CPR/AED/First Aid certified or ability to obtain within 3 months of hire  

About Purdue University Recreation & Wellness

Purdue University is a public institution founded in 1869, with more than 16,000 employees and 49,000 students, located in West Lafayette, Indiana. The university offers excellent benefits, including employer-funded retirement plans and reduced tuition rates for staff and immediate family members. West Lafayette is conveniently located one hour northwest of Indianapolis and two hours southeast of Chicago. The area offers a variety of entertainment and cultural opportunities. Residents enjoy a low crime rate as well as a thriving and diverse economy. Opened in October 2012, our award winning facilities include over 470,000 square feet of space with fitness and multi-purpose rooms, climbing & bouldering walls, recreation pool, and indoor turf. Outdoor facilities also include over 107 acres of playing fields, sand volleyball, basketball and tennis courts. Purdue University in an equal access/equal opportunity/affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce.

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