Athletics Recreation and Well-Being Coordinator (Markham)

York University; Ontario; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established institution is seeking a dynamic Athletics, Recreation and Well-being Coordinator to enhance student life at its Markham Campus. This role offers a unique opportunity to design and implement innovative well-being programs, engage with diverse student populations, and foster community partnerships. The ideal candidate will lead initiatives that promote holistic health and recreation, ensuring alignment with the university's strategic goals. Join a vibrant team dedicated to student success and well-being in a collaborative and inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and innovation.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
• Recent experience in a similar role at York University.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate recruitment, training, and scheduling of casual staff.
• Develop and evaluate well-being instructional programs and sports initiatives.

Skills

Program Development

Customer Service

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Statistical Analysis

Attention to Detail

Budget Monitoring

Social Media Proficiency

Education

Undergraduate degree in Sport Administration

Certification in Standard First Aid with CPR-C

Tools

Fusion Recreation Management Software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Markham Campus (MC) will embed York University in one of the most diverse and dynamic urban communities in the province and country. Reflecting the local economy, academic programs and research will revolve around the core themes of technology and entrepreneurship and how they are driving innovation across all areas of knowledge and society. Challenging the traditions of what a university campus can offer, Markham Campus will act as a unique meeting place for students to interact directly with employers, start-up companies, and community partners from across the region.

Reporting to the Manager, Fitness, Lifestyle and Customer Service, and the Assistant Director, Student Services Operations, the Athletics, Recreation and Well-being Coordinator is responsible for planning, development, implementation, administration, and evaluation of well-being instructional programs, intramural sports programs, drop-in sports programs, and additional recreation programs at the Markham Campus.

Responsibilities include coordinating the recruitment process, participating in hiring, training, scheduling, and coordinating casual staff within the portfolio. This includes group fitness instructors, intramural officials, drop-in sports attendants, and well-being program instructors. Embedded within York's Department of Athletics and Recreation and in close partnership with Student Counselling, Health and Well-being, the role serves as the Markham Campus lead on physical health and well-being.

The programs and initiatives within their portfolio advance Athletics and Recreation's, the Division of Students' and York University's commitment to student success, retention, well-being, and fostering a vibrant, dynamic, and engaged student life and community.

The role assists the Manager and Assistant Director in coordinating programming and activities at various community sites including the Pan Am Centre, the YMCA, and Bill Crothers Secondary School, maintaining strong collaborative relationships with each partner. Additionally, the role is responsible for the operations and activities of the multipurpose studio within the Markham building. The role acts as a first responder for first aid and CPR issues, as required.

Guided by evidence-based and leading practices, the role will consult with and engage Markham Campus students, faculty, and staff to ensure that athletics, recreation, and well-being programming meet community needs. They will use innovative outreach and communication strategies and maximize campus partnerships to promote engagement in Athletics and Recreation programming across all York Campuses.

Through collaboration with Markham student services colleagues, the coordinator ensures programming is aligned with overall student life and engagement plans. They must continually align processes and outcomes with the Athletic and Recreation Department's Recreation and Well-being Strategy, the Division of Students Strategic Plan, York University's Well-being Strategy, and the University's Decolonizing, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (DEDI) Strategy.

As a representative and ambassador of the Department of Athletics and Recreation, Markham Campus, and York University, the Athletics, Recreation and Wellbeing Coordinator maintains high standards of service, collaboration, excellence, and respect. They understand how their responsibilities contribute to the goals of the Campus, Division, and University, fostering a positive, supportive, and inclusive team environment that embraces diversity and promotes continuous improvement.

Education :

Undergraduate degree in Sport Administration, Recreation, Kinesiology, or a similar field, or an equivalent of four years recent experience working at York University performing similar tasks. This experience must be recent (within the last five years). The candidate must hold and maintain certification in Standard First Aid with CPR-C from Lifesaving Society, Red Cross, or St. John Ambulance.

Experience and Skills :

Skills required include:

• Ability to monitor and apply industry standards and trends, evaluate gaps, programs, and services, and address needs objectively.
• Ability to foster conditions for service excellence for partners such as students, faculty, clients, colleagues, and community users.
• Ability to relate to the university student experience and demonstrate initiative in engaging user groups and promoting holistic well-being.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy, with the ability to work independently and in a team.
• Organizational skills with the ability to multi-task, prioritize, and meet deadlines.
• Experience in program development, evaluation, problem solving, and statistical analysis.
• Knowledge of monitoring and reporting budget data (revenue, expenditure, payroll).
• Proficiency in Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Competency with recreation management software (Fusion).
• Proficiency in electronic communications (social media including blogs, Instagram, Twitter, etc.).

Demonstrates, shares, and lives the divisional values: Respect, Excellence, Innovation, Collaboration, Accountability, Care, and Inclusion.