Assistant Director - Jupiter

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Position Summary:

Florida Atlantic University is seeking an Assistant Director - Jupiter, FL

Reporting through the Department of Campus Recreation, the Jupiter Campus Recreation Assistant Director assists with the development and implementation of a comprehensive recreational experience. Serving the Harriet L. Wilkes Honors College students residing on the FAU’s Jupiter Campus the position promotes an inclusive campus environment and builds a more engaged campus community through recreational programs and services. With assistance from Campus Recreation professionals on the Boca Raton campus specific duties include:

Facility Operations

• Primary responsibilities will include the daily management, scheduling, maintenance, budget and repair of Jupiter’s Recreation and Fitness Center, outdoor fields, outdoor basketball court, volleyball court, tennis court and pool.
• Assist in ensuring field and facility rentals are consistent with University and state guidelines.
• Oversee formal user agreements and facility scheduling by both internal and external groups.
• Ensure all facilities operate within required risk management procedures and oversee the implementation of standardized safety practices.
• Work with the department’s leadership team to ensure accurate records for general maintenance, replacement and repairs for all facilities are kept.
• Provide support and input with regard to custodial services contract and develop and maintain schedules for daily/weekly/annual facility cleaning.
  
  

Miscellaneous

• Assist in the preparation of the department’s budget Assist with marketing efforts for Northern Campuses including social media (Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook).
• Other job-related duties as assigned.
  
  

Assessment

• Assist with development of departmental strategic plan and annual assessment materials.
• Assist with preparing monthly and annual reports.
  
  

Staff Development and Supervision

• Manage the hiring, training, scheduling and supervision of student staff.
• Provide support and oversee the development of 4-6 Lifeguards, 3 Student Staff managers, 5 intramural officials, 5-8 Operations Assistants.
  
  

Programming and Collaborations

• Assist the Assistant Director of Sport Clubs and Intramurals to expand existing intramural sport offerings.
• Assist Assistant Director, Fitness & Wellness with scheduling fitness programs and events on Northern Campuses (Jupiter and Harbor Branch).
• Assist the Assistant Director, Outdoor Adventures with off-site trip programming.
• Develop special event programming.
• Develop programming for aquatics.
• Attend meetings with other Campus Recreation stakeholders, including but not limited to Campus Life, Housing, Student Government, and others.
• Attend Jupiter Campus and University wide signature events.
• Serve on Jupiter Campus committees for programming and events.
• Assist in the facilitation of operations and programming at the Boca Raton campus as needed
  
  

Member Services:

• Assist the Assistant Director, Membership & Student Development with managing membership operations including reconciliation process for credit/debit card sales, journal entries, payroll deduction, and installment billing process.
• Ensure quality customer service to all Campus Recreation stakeholders.
• Other job-related duties as assigned.
  
  

FAU Benefits And Perks

If Benefits & Perks are important to you, then FAU is the place to be! Working at FAU has its perks! In addition to helping drive change and having a positive impact by supporting our students, staff, and faculty, FAU offers:

• Excellent benefit packages including Medical (PPO/HMO $50 per month single & $180 per month family), Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending plans, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and much more.
• State retirement options including tax-deferred annuities and Roth 403(b) plans.
• State employees Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program - https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service
• Flexible work arrangement plans - https://www.fau.edu/hr/employee_relations/flexwork.php
• Sick Leave Pool Program
• Paid time off (eligible employees) including vacation and sick leave, 1 personal day, 9 paid holidays, and paid winter break (at President’s discretion).
• Paid Community Engagement Volunteer Service Day - https://www.fau.edu/hr/documents/community-engagement-volunteer-leave4-2015.pdf
• Employee Educational Scholarship Program (EESP) for eligible Staff/Faculty - Tuition assistance after 6 months of full-time employment. For in-unit faculty, the EESP program may be extended to spouses and dependent children (eligibility rules apply).
  
  

For details on FAU's amazing offers visit us at https://www.fau.edu/hr/benefits/index.php

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Minimum Qualifications:

Master's degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization and two years of appropriate experience; or a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization and four years of appropriate experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

American Red Cross Lifeguard, Lifeguard Management and Lifeguard Instructor certifications preferred. Must be willing to obtain these aforementioned certifications within first 6-months of employment, if not currently held.

Salary:

$48,500 - $52,000 per year

Exempt Administrative, Managerial, Professional (AMP)

College or Department:

Student Affairs: Campus Recreation - Operations

Location:

John D. MacArthur Campus - Jupiter

Work Days and Hours:

Monday - Friday 8:00a.m. -5:00p.m. with some nights and weekends

Application Deadline:

2024-06-02

Special Instructions to Applicant:

This recruitment has been reopened; all previous applicants are still under consideration and need not reapply. This position may close without prior notice.

APPLICATION DOCUMENTS REQUIRED:

Resume

OFFICIAL SEALED TRANSCRIPTS REQUIRED:

Final candidate will be required to have official, sealed transcripts and original NACES evaluation, if applicable, sent from their educational institution to Human Resources prior to the start of employment.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENINGS REQUIRED:

Selected candidates must successfully complete and pass all employment screenings prior to the start of employment. Employment screenings may include a criminal background check (level I and level II), motor vehicle check, credit check, reference checks, alcohol, and drug screening check.

REQUEST FOR ACCOMMODATIONS:

Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations may contact Human Resources at 561-297-3057. For inquiries concerning employees, job applicants or other available accommodations, please email [email protected] or call the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX at (561) 297-3004.