Executive Director, Campus Recreation

Graylyn

Winston-Salem, North Carolina, United States
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Master's degree in recreation or related field
7-10 years collegiate recreation experience
Budget management over $2 million
** The Executive Director of Campus Recreation at Graylyn University in Winston-Salem, NC, is responsible for leading the university's recreation facilities and programs, including fitness, intramural sports, and aquatics. This role requires strategic vision, budget management, and staff supervision to promote wellness among students and the broader university community. **

Job Summary

  • The Executive Director provides visionary leadership for the university's campus recreation facilities and programs to promote physical fitness and holistic wellbeing.
  • This role manages a departmental budget of approximately $5 million while overseeing extensive facilities including the WFU Wellbeing Center and outdoor playing fields.
  • The position requires leading a large team of 14 full-time staff and over 300 part-time and student staff to foster a culture of wellness and innovation.

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** The Executive Director of Campus Recreation at Graylyn University in Winston-Salem, NC, is responsible for leading the university's recreation facilities and programs, including fitness, intramural sports, and aquatics. This role requires strategic vision, budget management, and staff supervision to promote wellness among students and the broader university community. **

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Master's degree in Recreation or related field
  • 7-10 years collegiate recreation experience
  • Budget management over $2 million
  • Facility operations and maintenance oversight
  • Staff supervision of 300+ employees
  • Risk management and safety compliance
  • Strategic program development

Nice-to-have

  • Doctorate degree preferred
  • Fundraising or external relations experience
  • Active involvement in NIRSA professional organizations
  • Experience with transformative organizational change
  • Strong digital marketing and social media skills

Key Requirements

  • Master's degree required
  • 7-10 years progressive experience
  • Not eligible for visa sponsorship
  • No citizenship requirement specified

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