Creighton University in Omaha, NE is hiring an Assistant Director of Recreation Operations. Housed in the Division of Student Life, Recreation + Wellness (RecWell) provides recreational and wellness opportunities to Creighton students, faculty, staff, and guests. This position is responsible for the development and oversight of day-to-day operations for the department. 

Responsibilities Include: 

• Managing day-to-day operations, reservations, membership services, locker services and assisting in the maintenance of RecWell facilities. 

• Hiring, training, supervising, and evaluating 60+ student employees working as Program Assistants, Building Supervisors, Desk Attendants & Office Assistants. 

• Planning and executing departmental special events. 

• Assisting in department strategic planning. 

• Representing RecWell on university committees, events and initiatives. 

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree required in related field. Master’s degree is preferred (i.e. Exercise science, Kinesiology, Sport management, etc.) 

• 2 years of related experience; operating recreation/athletic facilities and managing staff. 

• Red Cross First Aid, AED and CPR are required, Instructor certification required within 6 months of employment. 

• Experience organizing and running special events (i.e. wellness fairs, welcome week events, etc.) 

• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written and the ability to navigate conflict effectively. 

• Committed to developing students within the Catholic, Jesuit context. 

• Committed to positively engaging in, learning from and contributing to a diverse campus culture. 

• Night and weekend commitments are expected. 

We offer excellent benefits!  https://www.creighton.edu/administration/human-resources/benefits 

See more and apply online: https://creighton.referrals.selectminds.com/jobs/assistant-director-recreation-operations-4357 

For more information, please contact Jason Thornton (jasonthornton@creighton.edu)

About Creighton University

Creighton University, founded in 1878, is one of 28 Jesuit universities in the United States designed in the Society of Jesus tradition and Catholic identity of academic excellence and service to others. The University is located in Omaha, Nebraska.The University provides its 4,104 undergraduate and 2,888 professional and graduate students an atmosphere that challenges them academically and professionally and supports and inspires them individually.Creighton has been recognized as an economic driver, community service advocate and urban developer in a Top 25 national ranking.

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