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... the direct supervision and task delegation of Lead Facility Attendants and Facility Attendants * Provide leadership in dealing with conflicts, emergencies and enforcement of Campus Recreation ...

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To thrive as a Campus Recreation Director, you need extensive knowledge of recreation management, budget oversight, program development, and staff supervision, typically supported by a bachelor’s or master’s degree in recreation, sports management, or a related field. Familiarity with facility scheduling software, risk management protocols, and national certifications like CPR/First Aid or leadership credentials through NIRSA are highly valuable. Strong leadership, effective communication, and problem-solving abilities set high performers apart. These competencies enable directors to create inclusive, well-organized programs that enhance student engagement and well-being while ensuring operational efficiency.

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A Campus Recreation Director oversees recreational programs, facilities, and services at a college or university. They manage budgets, supervise staff, and develop programs that promote student well-being through sports, fitness, and outdoor activities. Their role includes coordinating intramural leagues, maintaining equipment, and ensuring safety standards. They collaborate with campus departments to enhance student engagement and create a welcoming environment for all participants.

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Assistant Director of Campus Recreation and Wellness

Elizabeth City State University

Elizabeth City, NC • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 24 days ago

Job description

Posting Details
Posting Summary
Position Number
6086-0000-0000-916
Classification Title
Assistant Director of Campus Recreation and Wellness
Working Title
Assistant Director of Campus Recreation and Wellness
Division
Student Affairs
Department/Unit
Student Engagement
Section
Student Engagement (section)
Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit
The Division of Student Affairs fosters student development as well as aids, directs and informs students about services and programs that will expand students' educational experiences and prepare them for diverse lives in local and global communities. The Division of Student Affairs is responsible for many of the outside the classroom/off-campus aspects of student life at ECSU, including student engagement and leadership; student accessibility & testing services, housing & residential life; military & veterans affairs, community standards; special programs and services; student health & counseling services and career services.
Campus Recreation and Wellness provides a comprehensive co-curricular experience for Elizabeth City State University Students. Housed in the Division of Student Affairs, Campus Recreation and Wellness is committed to providing programming to enhance the student experience while encouraging healthy habits. In addition, Campus Recreation and Wellness serves the university community in providing programs to support an active lifestyle on the campus. Campus Recreation and Wellness supports programming in competitive sports, fitness, aquatics, and informal recreation.
Description of Work
Reporting to the Director of Campus Recreation and Wellness, the Coordinator of Campus Recreation & Wellness is responsible for managing the Viking Wellness Program (wellness & fitness programs & events for students, faculty and staff), Viking Venture (off-campus programming initiatives, e.g., team- building exercises, small group interaction, ropes courses), and providing support to overall management of the Melvyn and Vonda Reed Riley Wellness Center, Aquatics/Swimming Pool and Outdoor Recreation Field. This position is responsible for collaborating with Academic Affairs to ensure proper maintenance of the pool and Wellness Center. The successful candidate will be committed to student development by providing an atmosphere that is conducive to learning. The individual will have oversight of student interns, work-study and student employees. The successful candidate is responsible for identifying potential partnerships to provide Viking Adventure to the ECSU community. The ideal candidate will develop, implement, and supervise programs to include but not limited to; intramural sports, club sports, ESports (and other virtual gaming), and special events. The ideal candidate will develop, implement, and supervise programs to include but not limited to: group exercise, personal training, special programs, and management of wellness center. The candidate is expected to collaborate with university partners on campus and represent the department on university wide committees. This position is expected to work 40 hours a week and be willing to work evenings and weekends as needed.
Competencies/Knowledge Skills, and Abilities Required in this Position
  • Possess a strong work ethic, dependable and self-motivated with the ability to work independently.
  • Demonstrate extensive knowledge in managing an aquatic program
  • Possess the ability to effectively organize information, events and resources.
  • Possess experience managing a collegiate fitness and/or wellness program.
  • Possess experience presenting fitness and wellness education and information to students.
  • Identify potential risk hazards.
  • Provide training to Peer Wellness Ambassadors
  • Possess experience teaching, training and assessing group exercise classes/instructors and/or
  • personal trainers/health educators.
  • Possess experience performing fitness/wellness assessments.
  • Ability to coordinate, organize and anticipate details for special events and programs.
  • Possess effective public relations, written and verbal communication skills.
  • Possess the ability to evaluate the achievement of departmental goals and objectives through formal assessment and professional reports.
  • Possess the experience, knowledge of, respect for, and skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds.
  • Possess a knowledge of sports rules, equipment used, and sports officiating experience.
  • Responsible for planning, organizing, scheduling and evaluating all team sports and individual/dual activities within Intramural sports.
  • Possess a knowledge of student development theories.
  • Possess program-planning skills and ability to work with little direct supervision and perform multiple tasks.
  • Responsible for budget preparation as it relates to competitive sports and special events.
  • Contributes to strategic plan for Campus Recreation and Wellness by establishing short- and long-term goals.
  • Handles day to day operations of intramural sports program to include disciplinary issues, updating brackets, reviewing and revising policies as needed.
  • Collect statistical data to be utilized in established reporting practices.
  • Possess the ability to plan and organize programs and activities.
  • Possess the skill to negotiate contracts, supervise students and employees.
  • Possess the ability to affirmatively model effective leadership, good moral character and ethics.
  • Skilled with computer usage competencies and knowledge of technological trends for advancing
  • Student Affairs operations.

Minimum Training and Experience
Possess a Master's degree from an accredited college or university in exercise science, kinesiology, sport management, health education, health promotion or related field with at least one year of experience or a combination of education and experience.
License or Certification Required by Statute or Regulation
Management Preferences
Position Recruitment Range
Position Category
Staff
Position Status
Permanent Full Time
FLSA
Exempt
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
EHRA00592P
Job Open Date
05/22/2026
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicant
• Please ensure your full range of knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, and education are listed on your application. Do not write 'see resume' on your application when completing the job duties section. • If you answer the supplemental questions at the end of the application, please ensure your application reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences to support your answers.
EHRA OSHR Statement
This position is Exempt from the State Human Resources Act.
AA/EEO Statement
Elizabeth City State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The University does not discriminate in access to its educational programs and activities, or with respect to hiring or the terms and conditions of employment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, political affiliation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or sexual orientation.
Background Check Statement
Any offer of employment to a successful candidate will be conditioned upon the University's receipt of a satisfactory criminal background report.
Eligibility for Employment
You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD 214 form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting. Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. Elizabeth City State University State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Elizabeth City State University 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. State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.
Quicklink for Posting
https://jobs.ecsu.edu/postings/7643

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