Director Of Programs For University Recreation + Wellness
University of Arkansas
Fayetteville, AR, US
Base: $80,000-$92,000; bonus/equity: not specified...
Master's degree in recreational sports or related field
Five years experience in collegiate campus recreation
Experience supervising full-time professionals
This senior leadership role oversees a diverse portfolio including UREC Outdoors, Intramural and Club Sports, Athletic Training, and Student Development & Assessment
Job Summary
This senior leadership role oversees a diverse portfolio including UREC Outdoors, Intramural and Club Sports, Athletic Training, and Student Development & Assessment.
The position manages five different comprehensive budgets and provides strategic direction to align programming with the department's mission.
Candidates will benefit from a vibrant work environment with an industry-leading employer-matching retirement contribution of up to 10%.
Matching Summary
This senior leadership role oversees a diverse portfolio including UREC Outdoors, Intramural and Club Sports, Athletic Training, and Student Development & Assessment.
Salary
Base: $80,000-$92,000; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, tuition waivers, up to 10% retirement match
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Master's degree in Recreational Sports or related field
Five years experience in collegiate campus recreation
Experience supervising full-time professionals
Managing multiple comprehensive budgets
Program design and implementation expertise
Nice-to-have
Seven years of campus recreation experience
Active involvement in professional organizations
Success developing large budgets
Knowledge of campus recreation software
Strong sense of social responsibility
Key Requirements
Master's degree required
Minimum 5 years collegiate recreation experience
Proven supervision of full-time staff
Budget management experience
Legal authority to work in US
Work Rights
Proof of legal authority to work in the United States required