Associate Director of Programs

East Carolina University

$80,000 - $84,000

United States, North Carolina, Greenville

Sep 11, 2024

Posting Details

Position Information

Job Title	Associate Director of Programs
Position Number	921452
Vacancy Open to	All Candidates
Department	SAH Recreation Services
Department Homepage	https://crw.ecu.edu/
Advertising Department	CAMPUS RECREATION AND WELLNESS
Division	Student Affairs
Classification Title	Associate Director
Working Title	Associate Director of Programs
Number of Vacancies	1
Full Time Equivalent (FTE)	1.0
Full Time or Part Time	Full Time
Anticipated Recruitment Range. Salary offered may be outside of this range as impacted by budget, UNC salary administration, and/or candidate qualifications.	$80,000 - $84,000
Position Location (City)	Greenville
Position Type	Non-Faculty
Job Category	Non-Faculty Staff Professional
Organizational Unit Overview	The Division of Student Affairs comprises over 30 departments, each responsible for providing various student support, services, and educational programs accessible to the university community. With over 300 full-time employees and over 1200 student workers, the Division supports Pirate success through environments that enhance student development, engagement, belonging, well-being, and career readiness. The Division strives to be a national leader in developing student experiences that positively transform lives and communities through work that makes students the focal point of our services, policies, and programming; creates a community where all feel safe, included, and welcomed; treats each other with dignity and civility, and recognizes every individual has rights, ideas, and beliefs; maintains open and honest interactions, and delivers high-quality programming, services, and resources through continuous reflection and improvement. Campus Recreation and Wellness strives to promote, organize, and administer structured, self-directed, educationally oriented and leadership development programs and services to enhance positive recreation and wellness lifestyles of the university community. Campus Recreation and Wellness is committed to imparting a sense of responsible citizenship, providing relevant student leadership experiences, enhancing individual potential, and fostering a lifelong commitment to learning skills associated with physical, social, emotional and mental well-being.
Job Duties	The Associate Director of Leadership & Programs reports to the Director of Campus Recreation & Wellness and serves as a member of the departmental Executive & Leadership Teams. The Associate Director is charged with the responsibility for overseeing the development, marketing, implementation, and evaluation of programs in Intramural Sports, Club Sports, Special Events, Adventure & Team Training and Athletic Training. Additionally, the Associate Director is responsible for overseeing departmental fundraising and sponsorships, donor relations, assessment, and student employee development. The Associate Director of Programs has instructional as well as administrative responsibilities in strategic planning, marketing and public relations, program development, personnel management, fiscal accountability, staff development, data analysis and assessment, and documentation via periodic program reports, evaluations, and annual and semi-annual reviews of programs, facilities and equipment. The Associate Director supervises four full-time professionals, and indirectly supervises one Coordinator, two Graduate Assistant, and approximately 150 student employees. The Intramural Sports, Club Sports, Special Events, Adventure, Athletic Training, and Challenge Course/Team Training areas encompass over 10,000 participants annually. This position will also provide administrative oversight and spearhead all departmental assessment and strategic planning efforts in alignment with the Division of Student Affairs and the University. The Associate Director of Programs is primarily an administrative position (80-90%) but requires time at activity sites (10%-20%) to train staff, observe programs, and provide feedback. The amount of field time varies and is based on program demands. This position will complete other duties as assigned by Director of CRW or designee. Program Administration Oversees and directs formal programming in the areas of Intramural Sports, Club Sports, Special Events, Adventure & Team Training, and Athletic Training. Works with appropriate individuals in scheduling, utilizing facilities/equipment and assuring smooth operation of CRW's intramural sports, club sports, special events, adventure, challenge course/team training, and athletic training. Works with staff members to review and recommend the purchase of equipment and supplies for designated program and administrative areas consistent with departmental mission and goals. Consults with the Director of Campus Recreation & Wellness for new programming and the evaluation of designated existing programs. Maintains a wide variety of program interests to meet the needs of a diverse university community. Oversees budget via purchasing of equipment and supplies for the program areas and marketing, and by salary management consistent with the program goals and mission. Works with appropriate staff in developing budget needs and monitoring expenses. Works with staff members to develop, review and evaluate risk management plans including rescue/evacuation protocols, liability releases, inspections, accident/incident reporting and by keeping current with national standards of safe field practices. Benchmarks other related programs via collaborative programs, program comparisons, and by attending state, regional and national conferences. Manages the CRW vehicle fleet to include van and truck reservations for departmental and university use. Continue to develop professionally through membership in professional organizations, attending conferences and workshops, professional reading, and staying current with trends and issues pertinent to campus recreation and leadership-based activities. Represent CRW on divisional and university-wide committees as assigned by the Director. Represent the institution on regional/national committees. Supports campus and Student Affairs events through active participation and presence at events and programs. Talent Management Provides leadership, evaluation, and mentoring to full-time staff members, graduate assistants, and undergraduate students in assigned administrative areas. Responsible for the recruitment, selection, training, supervision, and evaluation of program staff in designated areas in compliance with all applicable university guidelines. Coach career growth by providing various methods of continuing education opportunities. Provide an environment that supports strengths-based learning through regular coaching conversations. Deliver frequent praise and recognition for excellent work. Create an environment where employees feel heard and appreciated for their contributions. Role model a management style that promotes well-being and self-care. Fundraising and Donor Relations Coordinates departmental efforts in conjunction with the Division of Student Affairs and University related to fundraising and donor stewardship. Host annual events focused on donor relations. Manage all sponsorship/partnership contracts with Division of Student Affairs to include departmental special events and other sponsorship efforts. Assessment and Evaluation Serve as departmental liaison to Student Affairs Assessment, Research, and Planning office (SAARP). Coordinate annual departmental assessment efforts including surveys, data collection, and reporting. Report all appropriate data in conjunction with Divisional Strategic Plan efforts.
Minimum Education/Experience	A Masters' degree in recreation/sports administration, physical education, higher education, or a related field At least five (5) years of professional experience Direct experience in recreational sports programming, supervision, administration, and evaluation Demonstrated knowledge and experience in risk management planning Demonstrated ability for clear, cogent written and verbal communication. Current First Aid & CPR certification by hire date
License or Certification Required by Statute or Regulation	None
Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education	Seven years of professional experience in a related field. Direct administrative experience in at least two of the following areas: Intramural Sports, Club Sports, Adventure & Team Training, and/or Athletic Training. Experience supervising full-time staff members Experience managing large-scale special events.
Special Instructions to Applicant	East Carolina University requires applicants to submit a candidate profile online in order to be considered for the position. In addition to submitting a candidate profile online, please submit online the required applicant documents: Curriculum Vitae Letter of Interest List of Three References (noting contact information) Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
Additional Instructions to Applicant	In order to be considered for this position, applicants must complete a candidate profile online via the PeopleAdmin system and submit any requested documents. Additionally, applicants that possess the preferred education and experience must also possess the minimum education/experience, if applicable.
Job Open Date	09/11/2024
Open Until Filled	Yes
Job Close Date - Positions will be posted until 11:59 p.m. EST on this date. If no closing date is indicated, the position may close at any time after the initial screening date.
Initial Screening Begins	09/25/2024
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Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting	https://ecu.peopleadmin.com/postings/74587
AA/EOE	East Carolina University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer who is committed to workforce success and cultivating a culture of care, belonging and opportunity for our faculty, staff and learners and all stakeholders. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, or veteran status. Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act ( ADAAA) should contact the ADA Coordinator at (252) 737-1018 (Voice/ TTY) or ADA-Coordinator@ecu.edu.
Eligibility for Employment	Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. ECU participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
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