Assistant Director of Campus Recreation - Ole Miss Outdoors

Note for Current UM Employees

Definition of Class

This position coordinates and manages the activities associated with a comprehensive outdoor recreation program offered through the Department of Campus Recreation. The incumbent develops, initiates, and assesses activities associated with outdoor programs, prepares and maintains budgets of assigned programs, exercises authority for creation of new programs, coordinates the purchase of equipment and inventory, and provides supervision and management of student workers. The incumbent frequently makes decisions by exercising discretion and independent judgment.

Examples of Work Performed

• Directs all programs and activities associated with the department’s comprehensive outdoor recreation program including; scheduling, marketing, promotions, budget, purchasing, record keeping, certification, program development and assessment, and student personnel.
• Recruits, hires, trains, schedules, monitors payroll, and evaluates student employees and graduate assistants.
• Develops and administers plans to minimize risks associated with participation in outdoor programs.
• Oversees the outdoor gear rental program including inventory, purchasing, maintenance, and repair.
• Oversees the Rebel Challenge Course, indoor climbing tower, and bouldering wall including group reservations, maintenance and upkeep, certification offerings, and programming which includes adaptive recreational offerings.
• Develops and implements a comprehensive adventure trip program.
• Maintains accurate records of activities. Prepares reports as requested.
• Coordinates assessment for the outdoors program by creating questionnaires and other tools to assess needs.
• Assists in the development, implementation, and assessment of departmental and program area goals and objectives.
• Represents the Department of Campus Recreation and The University of Mississippi on various committees, boards, and associations.
• Attends local, state, and national workshops and conferences; hosts and presents at various workshops. Performs related or similar duties as required or assigned.

Essential Functions

These essential functions include, but are not limited to, the following. Additional essential functions may be identified and included by the hiring department.

• Directs all programs and activities associated with the outdoor recreation program including gear rental, teambuilding, the Rebel Challenge Course, the indoor climbing tower and bouldering wall, and adventure trips.
• Develops and administers plans to minimize risks associated with participation in outdoor programs.
• Recruits, hires, trains, schedules, monitors payroll, and evaluates student employees and graduate assistants.
• Assists in the development, implementation, and assessment of departmental and program area goals and objectives.

Minimum Education/Experience

Education:
Master's Degree in Recreation Administration, Leisure Management, Physical Education, Sports Administration or a related field from a college or university.

 

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Experience:
Two (2) years of experience related to the above described duties.

 

Certification:

Incumbent must hold one or more of the following certifications, or have the ability to obtain the certification within six (6) months of employment: Wilderness First Responder, Climbing Wall Manager, and/or ACCT Level 1 Challenge Course Facilitator.

 

Substitution Statement:
Related experience may be substituted for education, on a basis set forth and approved by the Department of Human Resources.

 

Interview Requirements: Any candidate who is called for an interview must notify the Department of Equal Opportunity/Regulatory Compliance in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview.

Salary/Wage Information

To learn more about our pay structure and view our salary ranges, click here to visit the Compensation page of our Human Resources website. This link is provided for general pay information. Hourly rate or salary may vary depending on qualifications, experience, and departmental budget. Note: Unclassified positions (faculty, executives, researchers and coaches) do not have established salary ranges.

EEO Statement

The University of Mississippi provides equal opportunity in any employment practice, education program, or education activity to all qualified persons. The University complies with all applicable laws regarding equal opportunity and affirmative action and does not unlawfully discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based upon race, color, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, citizenship, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or genetic information.

Background Check Statement

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