The Department of Recreational Services is experiencing exciting growth, and we are thrilled that you are considering joining our team. We are surrounded by individuals empowered to use their expertise and talents to achieve our mission of excellence.

Are you ready for us? Are you seeking an opportunity with purpose and direction? If you are, we have the perfect opportunity for you! We are committed to hiring exceptional individuals because it strengthens our team and enhances our ability to succeed.

WHAT MAKES THE DEPARTMENT OF RECREATIONAL SERVICES A GREAT PLACE?

• Generous benefits, including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, etc.
• A knowledge-sharing organization that works collaboratively.
• Professional development opportunity and mentorship
• A rapidly growing center within an academic setting

Georgia State University Department of Recreational Services is searching for an outstanding candidate to fill the role of Coordinator, Recreation Center Operations, Perimeter College.

Provide multi-campus facility supervision and coordination of all Recreation operations at Perimeter College. This position will be primarily split between the Decatur and Newton campuses and may have a limited presence at any other Perimeter campus and Atlanta campus as needed.

Informal Recreation Activity: Supervise daily operation of drop-in activity space that includes cardio/strength rooms, game areas, basketball/tennis courts, outside field space, and pool (if applicable).

Staffing: Responsible for hiring, training, and supervision of 1-2 Hourly Professionals (s) and 40+ student staff who monitor those areas. Manage student staff and instructor payroll and timecards. Develop and enforce drop-in use and staffing policies and procedures based on industry standards, university policies, and patron eligibility. Responsible for assisting with the development of the annual budget and working within the parameters of the campus-specific budgets.

Intramural and Special Events: Coordinate intramural events that include league, tournaments, team, and individual competition. Hire, supervise, evaluate, and schedule officials and scorekeepers. Develop and enforce policies and procedures for staff responsibilities and program offerings. Supervise and monitor the registration process for participants. Collect program and entry data for semester and annual reporting.

Group Exercise and Outdoor Programs: Coordinate group exercise classes to include hiring, supervising, evaluating, scheduling, and payroll for qualified instructors. Develop and enforce policies and procedures for group fitness instructors' responsibilities and program offerings. Supervise and monitor the registration process for participant in recreation software system. Led 2 Touch the Earth trips each semester. Complete necessary training to lead an outdoor trip and to drive a university vehicle. 

Risk Management: Ensure equipment and environments are safe for participants. Daily review of equipment status, initiate repairs, and coordinate replacements as needed. Review and update annually emergency action procedures relevant to activity and staffing. Teach, train, and ensure that all staff members maintain current CPR, AED, First Aid and Epi pen certifications relevant to their specific area of responsibility.

Minimum Hiring Qualifications: 

Bachelor’s degree and one year of related experience; or a combination of education and experience.

Preferred Hiring Qualifications: 

• Master’s degree in Recreation, Sports Administration, Hospitality Management or related field
• 3-5 years recreation management experience with an emphasis on park, recreation, and special event facilities, operations, and administration; direct experience with various facets of position duties.  
• Experience in student development (including hiring, training, supervising, scheduling, payroll, and evaluation). 
• Ability to work independently.  
• CPR and First Aid certifications (or obtained within 3 months of employment) and a current driver’s license for travel and recreation outdoor trips.

 Applications only accepted on Georgia State University HR website:  https://hr.gsu.edu/careers/

About Georgia State University

Department of Recreational Services promotes wellness through intentional programs, services, and facilities that empower the Georgia State University community to explore, engage and thrive. On the Atlanta campus, Recreational Services is housed in the 161,000 square feet Student Recreation Center (SRC). Our two off-campus sites are also managed by the department; Panthersville Recreation Complex, an outdoor lighted multipurpose athletic field area, and the Indian Creek Recreation Area which includes the Lodge, Challenge Course (high and low ropes course), Outpost, and an Event lawn. Recreational Services offers recreation programs and services at our five Perimeter locations: Clarkston, Decatur, Newton, Dunwoody, and Alpharetta. Georgia State University is a member of the University System of Georgia.

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