Assistant Manager, Open Recreation

University of Toronto; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 85,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Toronto’s Faculty of Kinesiology and Physical Education seeks a dynamic leader to guide Physical Activity and Open Recreation programs campus-wide. You will shape program delivery, support student leaders, and partner with MoveU initiatives across St. George, UTM, and UTSC.

You will oversee drop-in and registered activities, manage staff, and ensure safety and evaluation processes. A strong background in sport management and university recreation is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in sport management, physical education or kinesiology or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum four years’ experience in physical activity programming, leadership or sport management, preferably in a university setting.
• Experience supervising staff in a unionized environment.
• Experience with physical activity, sport and recreation programs for a wide range of clients.
• Standard First Aid
• Basic CPR
• Excellent written and communication skills
• Strong time management and interpersonal skills
• Strong computer competencies with Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to interact professionally with people at all levels
• Understand current physical activity programs and trends influencing UofT programs
• Ability to balance competing demands of routine work with special projects
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and tact.

Responsibilities

• Planning and implementing curricular and/or co-curricular programs and activities across multiple campuses.
• Planning and overseeing the evaluation framework for programs and initiatives.
• Analyzing and recommending improvements for student programs.
• Ensuring risk management protocols are followed during events.
• Coordinating recruitment and training of casual staff; directing activities of staff and work-study students.
• Fostering cooperative relationships with internal and external contacts.
• Assist with scheduling and planning recreational activities including aquatic programs.
• Collecting payroll/HRIS documentation as required.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Professional interaction

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's Degree in sport management, physical education or kinesiology

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Tools

Fusion recreation management software

Scheduling/facility booking software

Job description

About us:

The University of Toronto’s Faculty of Kinesiology and Physical Education is globally recognized for developing and advancing knowledge about the interactions of physical activity and health through outstanding undergraduate and graduate education programs, cutting-edge research and the delivery of sport, recreation and high performance athletic opportunities for students, staff, faculty and community members across the three campuses. In achieving this vision, the Faculty is guided by values of integrity, respect, equity and diversity. kpe.utoronto.ca

Your opportunity:

Under the general direction of the Director, Active Healthy Living, you will provide professional and dynamic leadership to the Faculty’s Physical Activity and Open Recreation programs across all KPE facilities. You will assist in the development, direction and implementation of comprehensive broad-based programs and events for physical activity, sport and recreation. You will also work to support partners and student leaders in relation to events and activities associated with the University’s MoveU physical activity engagement strategy particularly the programs on the St. George campus. You will support the delivery of drop-in and registered physical activity programs.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Planning and implementing components of curricular and/or co-curricular programs and activities, such as Student Group Access program and the Move U program. Working across the Tri-Campuses, supporting programs facilitated at St George campus (downtown), as well as UTM and UTSC
• Planning and overseeing the implementation of an evaluation framework for programs and initiatives
• Analyzing and making recommendations for student program enhancements
• Ensuring others adhere to established risk management protocols during University events
• Coordinating the recruitment process and training of casual staff. Directing the activities of casual staff. Assigning and checking the work of work-study students.
• Fostering cooperative working relationships with a wide variety of internal and external contacts
• Assist with scheduling and planning for recreational activities, including aquatic activities e.g., drop-in swim
• Collecting supporting documentation required for payroll and/or HRIS processing

Essential Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in sport management, physical education or kinesiology or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum four years’ experience in physical activity programming, leadership or sport management preferably in a university athletic/recreation setting.
• Experience supervising staff in a unionized environment.
• Experience with physical activity, sport and recreations programs for a wide range of clients.
• Standard First Aid
• Basic CPR
• Excellent written and communication skills
• Strong time management and interpersonal skills
• Strong computer competencies with Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to interact professionally and effectively with people at all levels
• Understand current physical activity programs and trends that influence UofT programs
• Ability to balance competing demands of routine work with the special requirements of projects
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and tact

Assets (Nonessential):

• CanFit Pro Certification, ACSM, CPTN, NCCP Level 2, Fitness Certification, Certified Fitness Consultant through CSEP-CPT
• Fusion recreation management software experience/expertise
• Scheduling/facility booking experience
• An understanding and commitment to diversity and equity issues

To be successful in this role you will be:

• Approachable
• Organized
• Team player

Closing Date: October 19, 2026, 11:59PM ET
Employee Group: USW
Appointment Type: Budget- continuing
Schedule: Full-time. Some evening and weekend work.
Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone:
USW Pay Band 12 -- $84,564 with an annual step progression to a maximum of $108,145. Pay scaleand job class assignment is subject to determination pursuant to the Job Evaluation/PayEquityMaintenance Protocol.
Job Category: Athletics

Lived Experience Statement

Candidates who are members of Indigenous, Black, racialized and 2SLGBTQ+ communities, persons with disabilities, and other equity deserving groups are encouraged to apply, and their lived experience shall be taken into consideration as applicable to the posted position.

Job descriptions are available upon request for internal applicants.

Diversity Statement

The University of Toronto embraces Diversity and is building aculture of belonging that increases our capacity to effectivelyaddress and serve the interests of our global community. Westrongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples,Black and racialized persons, women, persons withdisabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities.We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment toequity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that diverseperspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential tostrengthening our academic mission.

As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a brief Diversity Survey. This survey is voluntary. Any information directly related to you is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources staff. Results will be aggregated for institutional planning purposes. For more information, please see http://uoft.me/UP .

Accessibility Statement

The University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members. Our values regarding equity and diversity are linked with our unwavering commitment to excellence in the pursuit of our academic mission.

The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities.

If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact [e-mail] .