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State of Colorado Director of ThunderWolf Recreation in Pueblo, Colorado
Director of ThunderWolf Recreation
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Director of ThunderWolf Recreation
Salary
$65,000.00 - $74,000.00 Annually
Location
Pueblo, CO
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
GGJ-8111-05/24
Department
Colorado State University Pueblo
Opening Date
05/16/2024
FLSA
Determined by Position
Primary Physical Work Address
2200 Bonforte Blvd, Pueblo CO 81001
FLSA Status
Exempt; position is not eligible for overtime compensation.
Department Contact Information
HR: luna.velar@csupueblo.edu
Type of Announcement
This announcement is not governed by the selection processes of the classified personnel system. Applications will be considered from residents and non-residents of Colorado.
How To Apply
Please submit an online application for this position at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado. Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed.
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Department Information
At the ThunderWolf Recreation Center, we serve as the vibrant hub of recreational, fitness, and health activities for the CSU Pueblo Campus community.
Our mission at the ThunderWolf Recreation Center is to energize and engage the diverse Pueblo population through a range of enriching well-being programs. From fitness classes to community youth initiatives, we're dedicated to supporting the wellness of our local community.
Description of Job
This is a full-time 12-month, administrative professional staff position. The Director of the ThunderWolf Recreation is responsible for the management and operation of the Student Recreation Center, and affiliated programs, and shall provide the vision and leadership to develop and manage a comprehensive recreation program.
The Director will manage and administer an auxiliary budget that is tied directly to student enrollment. The Student Recreation Center is a student-fee funded facility and is directed in collaboration with student government bylaws; the student advisory committee, and the VPSA of Student Affairs. Major budget expenses are tied to personnel, operations, and debt services.
The Director is responsible for providing leadership and the development of a comprehensive program for: strength, fitness and wellness, the Outdoor Pursuits program, informal recreation, aquatics, recreation scheduling, membership services, equipment rental, intramurals and club sports.
The Director is responsible for the overall supervision of the student recreation center. Responsibilities include: all operational procedures of the facility, determination and reporting of maintenance concerns, student employment and training, budget, scheduling equipment repair and replacement for the entire facility, planning programs and events, working with students and departments on campus to meet their needs when planning additional programs and events, and oversee three professional staff.
Primary Duties
Supervision
Supervise Associate Director and other staff under current organizational chart.
Interview, hire, train, evaluate and assign work to ThunderWolf Recreation staff in accordance with University policies & procedures.
Budget Development
Responsible for all fiscal aspects of the unit, including annual and long term budgeting, equipment replacement funding and the maximization of all revenue inclusive of student fee.
Prepare deferred maintenance report.
Program Administration
Oversee the Student Recreation Center and its affiliated programs to ensure compliance of appropriate industry standard policies and procedures mitigating risks.
Formulate and revise programs, policies and procedures that provide a variety of opportunities including informal programs (self-directed), intramural sports (structured), sports clubs (interest groups), instructional programs, special events, outdoor programs, fitness and wellness programs, extramural programs, family and youth programs and programs for people with disabilities.
Ensure effective communication and marketing strategies are implemented as it pertains to the Student Recreation Center and its affiliated programs, schedules, employment, and engagement opportunities.
Collaborate with academic departments to develop powerful cocurricular engagement opportunities and with external affairs to achieve a positive relation with the Pueblo community.
Facilities Management and Staff Support
Coordinate and assist the Assistant Director for Facilities with the scheduling and use of campus recreational facilities (including the Student Recreation Center, Pool, the Student Recreation Field, Climbing Wall, Challenge Course and the Disc Golf Course).
Maintain clear, direct and collaborative dialogue with appropriate units (i.e., facilities, auxiliary services).
Manage the unique maintenance needs of these recreational facilities in coordination with Facilities Management ensuring the highest level of cleanliness, safety, and operational quality.
Assessment
Lead program assessment and quality reviews by gathering data, preparing reports and evaluating data to determine effectiveness of overall recreation programs.
Set measurable goals, objectives and performance standards which align with the mission of the University and Student Affairs producing excellence in recreation and student development.
Communicate the goals and objectives of the Student Recreation Center and its affiliated programs to students, staff, faculty, alumni and community and enlists support from all groups to continually improve offerings and keep people engaged in campus recreation.
Recommend program modifications as identified by program summaries, student feedback, community (University and Pueblo) input, and performance data.
Ancillary Duties
Attend pillar and other campus meetings, events, trainings, and serve on committees related to the mission and goals of the division and the University.
Serve on internal and external committees, planning teams, building supervision, staff training events, and other essential events.
Salary Range
$65,000-$74,000
Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
Minimum Qualifications
Master's Degree in the field of business, education, recreation, exercise science, kinesiology, leadership, student affairs or related field.
Affiliation/Membership with NIRSA, NASPA or ACPA, AORE
Certification in First Aid/CPR & AED
5 years of direct responsibility for a formal student recreation program in a higher education University or College setting
3 years' experience supervising full-time professional staff
Experience managing complex budgets greater than $500,000 annually, with multiple funding sources
Demonstrated experience with student development theories and applications in the recreation industry.
Experience conducting program reviews and preparing related statistical and narrative reports
Experience in the development of a comprehensive wellness program.
Demonstrated business acumen and experience managing and providing service to multiple constituent user groups.
Demonstrated professional experience in a number of the following functional areas: Strength, Fitness and Wellness, The Outdoor Adventure Program, Informal Recreation, Aquatics, Recreation, Scheduling, Membership Services, Equipment Rental, lntramurals and Club Sports
Preferred Qualifications
Completed Defensive Driving course.
Certification in one of the following ACSM, ACE, NASM
Management experience with a variety of playing surfaces (wood courts, pools, grass and synthetic fields, asphalt, sand, etc.)
Experience in the development of marketing materials.
Experience with adaptive recreational programming and inclusion.
Experience in a position involving collaboration with academic departments in order to develop co-curricular programming.
Experience with Behavior Management System as they pertain to Higher Education
Supplemental Information
All interested candidates must apply through the online application system.No other format of application materials will be accepted.
Applicants must attach the following documents, in order to be considered for this position:
a letter of intent (cover letter)
a current resume or CV
unofficial or official transcripts showing degree conferred
current contact information forthreeprofessionalreferences either within the on-line application or as an attachment.
Applications submitted without the required attachments above or an application not completed in its entirety will be considered incomplete and will not move forward in the selection process. Once submitted, applicants will not be able to make changes or add information to their application packet, with the exception of their personal contact and demographic information.
Early submission of application materials is encouraged. Screening of application materials will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled; applications received by 5pm Wednesday, May 29th, 2024, will receive full consideration.
About Colorado State University Pueblo
Colorado State University Pueblo is a comprehensive state university with an enrollment of 4,000 students. CSU Pueblo provides relevant professional coursework and superior instruction with a small student-to-faculty ratio for an ever-changing global economy. Students can choose from 38 undergraduate programs with 70 fields of study in the College of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics; the Hasan School of Business, the College of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences; and the College of Health, Education, and Nursing; and 15 graduate programs.
CSU Pueblo is dedicated to interdisciplinary learning and entrepreneurship that elevates our people and our community, creates educational opportunities, fosters unique collaborations, and supports inclusion, access, and affordability as a gateway to the world. CSU Pueblo is equally committed to serving the diverse population of the region; this emphasis is reflected in the demographic characteristics of the student body. Because more than 25 percent of our students are Hispanic, the Federal Government has designated CSU Pueblo a Hispanic Serving Institution. Besides reflecting our commitment to serve this critically important and rapidly growing segment of the student population, that designation also allows the university to compete for certain federal grant funds to support its ability to better serve all students.
Among its unique features, CSU Pueblo is one of seven schools in the nation to offer a degree in mechatronics, which combines electrical and mechanical engineering. The Hasan School of Business ranks among the top 15 percent of all business schools internationally with graduate and undergraduate programs in business administration accredited by the AACSB International Board of Directors. The College of STEM houses an undergraduate engineering program that was ranked in the nation's top 100 by U.S. News and World Report . CSU Pueblo has an ever-changing campus landscape that features a newly renovated Library, a new general academic classroom building, and a newly renovated and expanded student center.
At CSU Pueblo, Student Life offerings have increased significantly with the transition of the campus from a commuter environment to a more traditional collegiate experience. Competing at the NCAA Division II level, CSU Pueblo is a member of the Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference and offers 22 varsity intercollegiate sports and also has active intramural and club sports teams that allow students to get involved in campus life.
Colorado State University Pueblo offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
Medical and prescription insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Flexible benefit plan
Basic term life insurance
Voluntary term life and AD&D lnsurance
Long-term disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Travel accident insurance
Voluntary critical illness and accident insurance
Annual and sick leave
Retirement plans
Employee and dependent tuition discounts
State employee discounts via BenefitHub
Other incentives include v arious on-campus event, recreation, and meal discounts.
About Pueblo, Colorado
The city of Pueblo is a historically and culturally rich, diverse city of more than 100,000, located in the southern part of the state along the Arkansas River near the Wet Mountains and the majestic Sangre de Cristo range. Pueblo enjoys ideal year-round climate with four distinct mild seasons, crisp mountain air and 300+ days of sunshine per year. Pueblo attracts outdoor enthusiasts to a full slate of summer and winter recreational activities, encompassing water sports at Lake Pueblo, biking or running along Pueblo's beautiful river trail system, golfing, tennis, hiking or skiing in the mountains to the west. The region is heavily agricultural, with large and small-scale farming and ranching, and a diverse mix of service, manufacturing, and technology industries.
CSU Pueblo is committed to providing a safe and productive learning and living community. To achieve that goal, we conduct background investigations for all final candidates being considered for employment. Background checks may include, but are not limited to, criminal history (felony and misdemeanor), national sex offender search, and/or motor vehicle history. Candidates who are extended an offer of employment must submit to and pass a background check prior to beginning employment. Some positions depending on the job duties may be required to complete a DMV and/or credit check.
The university reserves the right to check additional references, with prior notification given to the candidate.
Note: The successful candidate must provide official transcripts of academic work completed and, under U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services regulations, be able to submit evidence of the ability to accept work in the U.S. by the day employment begins.
It is the policy of Colorado State University Pueblo to provide reasonable accommodations for employees and applicants with disabilities. If you need accommodations, please contact the Office of Human Resources and Institutional Equity at (719) 549-2441 or hr@csupueblo.edu.
In compliance with the Clery Act of 1990, the university's annual security report is available at:https://www.csupueblo.edu/campus-safety.
Colorado State University Pueblo is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Additionally, the university complies with all other relevant, federal, state, and local laws regarding employment practices.
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