Responsible for the leadership, management, and strategic development of comprehensive programs and wellbeing within Campus Recreation. This position oversees program development, staffing, training, risk management, marketing, and assessment initiatives for program offerings across multiple facilities. Additionally, supports the Assistant Director, Programs & Wellbeing with safety protocols, staff onboarding, and student development. The role serves as a key contributor to fostering a culture of health, inclusion, and engagement through innovative programming experiences and wellbeing initiatives aligned with the strategic framework of the Wellness + Recreation Division.

Duties and Responsibilities include:

• Provide vision, leadership, and management of comprehensive programming, including but not limited to fitness, intramural sports, aquatics, and club sports, while ensuring alignment with student development and wellbeing goals.
• Responsible for the supervision of student employees, which includes but is not limited to hiring, training, disciplinary actions, ending the student’s assignment, etc. This includes positions such as fitness team, sports staff, aquatic staff, etc.
• Provide occasional support and oversight of aquatic operations, including risk management procedures, scheduling, and event support; collaborate with the Assistant Director on safety training and staff development.
• Benchmark industry trends and lead program assessment and data collection related to recreation and wellbeing, including participation, satisfaction, and outcomes; utilize results to enhance offerings and align programs with a wellness model centered on health promotion, prevention, and sustainable healthy habits for all students.
• Develop and enforce policies and procedures related to participant safety, program standards, and facility usage. Will primarily focus on creating an inclusive environment for non-traditional gym users and promoting healthy wellness habits among all students.
• Coordinate with the student marketing team to promote program and wellbeing via digital and print platforms; contribute to storytelling and branding efforts that reflect an inclusive, welcoming environment.
• Responsible for inventory control, purchasing, invoicing, ordering, and receiving program-related equipment and supplies.
• Responsible for the supervision of staff and students which includes but is not limited to hiring, terming, disciplinary actions, performance management, staff development, etc.
• Serve as the Campus Recreation representation on Wellness + Recreation and other on-campus committees and workteams.
• Performs all other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by the supervisor.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities    

• At least two years of related experience.
• CPR/AED/First Aid Certified 
• Demonstrated skills in developing effective working relationships.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.  

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities    

• CPR/AED/First Aid Trainer
• Certified Lifeguard / LGI / CPO
• Personal Training Certification
• Knowledge in fitness and wellness programming.
• Experience in recreation software ie. Fusion, IMLeagues, Intelligent Cycling, etc.
• Knowledge in lifeguarding, and/or pool operations.
• Experience working with student staff.

About Marquette University

Marquette University, in accordance with its Jesuit tradition and Guiding Values, is committed to fostering a diverse community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students, as well as ensuring equal educational opportunity, employment, and access to services, programs, and activities, without regard to an individual's race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristic, or military status. Employees, students, applicants or other members of the University community (including but not limited to vendors, visitors, and guests) may not be subjected to harassment that is prohibited by law, or treated adversely or retaliated against based upon a protected characteristic.

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