INSTITUTION - University of Houston is a Division I university with over 48,000 undergraduate and post graduate students enrolled and is one of the most diverse student populations in the nation, designated as a Hispanic-serving and Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-serving institution.   UH has strong athletic programs and is in the Big 12 Athletic Conference.  The Campus Recreation and Wellness Center Natatorium serves as home to the six-time champion varsity swim and dive team.  Benefits include employer paid health coverage, retirement through the Teacher Retirement System, Power Up Wellness program, professional development opportunities, and staff scholarships available for eligible employees pursuing further education.

DEPARTMENT - Contributing to an institutional culture of care, the Department of Campus Recreation is one of six departments that comprise the Health and Well-being portfolio within the Division of Student Affairs.  UH is committed to supporting all students, faculty, and staff, is a Jed Campus and is focused on Health Promoting University principles.  Campus Recreation plays an integral role in the well-being of the UH community. 

DISCOVER THE SPACE CITY - The City of Houston is a global city that is rich with arts and entertainment including vibrant Theater and Museum Districts, the World Series winning Houston Astros, Houston Texans and Houston Rockets, Houston Dynamo and Houston Dash, cultural events, and over 1400 acres of green space for outdoor enthusiasts.  H-Town is home to NASA, has countless dining options, and is a short drive to the Gulf Coast.   

JOB DESCRIPTION: 

The Program Director- Rec Sports is responsible for the day-to-day operation and staff supervision of a comprehensive Recreational Sports program that consists of Sport Clubs and Intramural Sports.  The Program Director is responsible for development, long-range planning and assessment, budget, risk management, and maintaining accurate records of participation.  This position reports to the Associate Director of Campus Recreation.  Evenings and weekends are required.

Job Duties:  Responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Directs the recruitment, selection, supervision, payroll process, and evaluation of staff and students; provide guidance and is responsible for professional development and training for staff.
• Provides supervision to the Program Manager (Coordinator) for Recreational Sports and assists with the supervision of student staff.
• Provides leadership and direction for a comprehensive Sport Club and Intramural Sports programs; ensures department policies and procedures follow local and state regulations; creates various reports including annual and semiannual reports as needed.
• Assess, evaluate, and mitigate risk for programs, implement departmental emergency action plan, inspect campus program areas and fields, and contribute to the Departmental Safety Committee.
• Maintain records, contract agreements, and sports equipment
• Responsible for scheduling and coordinating departmental programs; consult with and responds to participant questions and concerns.
• Develop, plan, and implement long range strategic plans and assessment of student development, learning outcomes, evaluations of programs, services, and staff.
• Develop program budgets, monitor expenses and revenue goals, and identify opportunities for fundraising, sponsorship, and grants to support programs and events.
• Collaborate with campus partners and academic units to develop and implement programs and events that contribute to student success.
• Performs other job-related duties as required.
• Evenings and weekends required.

QUALIFICATIONS:  A bachelor's degree in recreation, sport management, hospitality management, business, or related field. Master's degree preferred. Excellent written and verbal communications skills and attention to detail.  Demonstrated proficiency in creating a positive program experience and the ability to lead and manage student staff. Experience utilizing IMLeagues.com and Fusion software, as well as officiating experience is preferred.  Candidate must possess American Red Cross CPR, AED, First Aid certifications and instructor certifications; if not already certified, they must be obtained within the first year of employment.

APPLICATIONS: Applications will be taken until the position is filled; however, priority review will begin February 9, 2026.  Applicants must apply online at the University of Houston, Human Resources page here. Please submit cover letter, resume and list of 3 references with online application. Please ensure when completing the application that resume and cover letter are both loaded for the specific position being applied for.

 The University of Houston System and its universities are an Equal Opportunity Institution.

About University of Houston

Founded in 1927, the University of Houston is a culturally diverse public urban institution seeking to become one of the nation’s top research universities. The University is located on 567 beautifully landscaped acres near downtown Houston. The University has over 46,000 students pursuing undergraduate, graduate, and professional degrees. The student population has more than 60% minority students (African American, Asian, Hispanic, and Native American) and 9.4% are international students representing more than 100 countries. UH is considered to have one of the most diverse student populations in the nation. UH is located in Houston, Texas, the nation’s fourth-largest city and the energy capital of the world.

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