Director, Recreation and Facility Programs

SIRC; Burnaby; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent research university in Burnaby is seeking a Director for Recreation and Facility Programs. In this strategic role, you will provide management and leadership for programs and services while overseeing operations and community outreach. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and seven years of management experience. This position prioritizes community engagement and offers a supportive workplace with numerous benefits, including a hybrid work model.

Benefits

4 weeks’ vacation

Hybrid-work program

On-campus tuition waiver

Professional development funds

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Management, Business Administration, or related discipline.
• Seven years of related management experience in a complex environment.
• Demonstrated experience in developing high ROI recreation programs.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic management for Recreation and Facility Programs.
• Develop and execute business strategy for the department.
• Oversee operations, community outreach, and budgets.

Skills

Analytical reasoning

Problem-solving skills

Team leadership

Coaching skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Management or related field

Job description

Director, Recreation and Facility Programs

Simon Fraser University is a leading research university, advancing an inclusive and sustainable future. Our purpose – the essence of SFU – is to create and connect knowledge, learning and community for deeper understanding and meaningful impact. We are committed to fostering excellence, innovation, belonging and community in all that we do.

SFU is an outstanding university with a proud athletic tradition and robust recreation program. SFU is committed to providing an excellent experience for our students, student athletes, and the campus community. Our recreation programs, facilities and sports clubs are first class in engaging students, our campus and our community by promoting participation, fitness, healthy living and community engagement.

About the Role

The Director, Recreation and Facility Programs provides strategic management and leadership for SFU Recreation and Facility Programs and Services. The incumbent will work in partnership with the Athletic Director and Executive Director of the Athletics and Recreation Department. This new strategic position will oversee the portfolio’s operations, business development, community outreach, human resources and budgets.

The role will develop and execute the overall business strategy for the Department and contribute to the development and execution of Recreation and Facilities department-wide strategic priorities. Maximizing participation opportunities for students, mutually beneficial partnerships with staff and faculty and revenue generating programs and services.

Full Job Description

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Management, Business Administration, Recreation Facilities Management,
• Recreation Program Development or a relevant discipline and seven years of related management experience in a complex environment, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Demonstrated experience developing high return on investment recreation and facilities programs and services.
• Excellent knowledge and demonstrated experience of the fundamentals of strategic planning.
• Excellent analytical reasoning, problem-solving skills and decision-making skills.
• Excellent team leadership, supervisory, and coaching skills.

What We Offer

At SFU, our goal is to ensure our people are valued and supported by promoting a healthy work-life balance, professional growth and development, as well as a safe and respectful workplace. We offer continuing employees who belong in the Administrative & Professional Staff Association (APSA):

• 4 weeks’ vacation(prorated for the first year)*
• Hybrid-work program for eligible positions
• On-campus tuition waiver for employees and their immediate family members*
• Off-campus tuition reimbursements and professional development funds*
• And more!View our benefits brochure

*Prorated for part-time employees

Additional Information

Pursuant to Section 42 of the B.C. Human Rights Code, preference will be given to candidates who self-identify as First Nations, Inuit, and/or Métis and will bring to their work the perspective that comes from the lived experiences of those underrepresented in higher education, particularly the experiences of Indigenous peoples. Candidates from these groups who wish to qualify for preferential consideration are requested to self-identify in their application by completing theApplicant Demographic Surveyas part of their application package by the deadline indicated in this job posting.

Please include your cover letter and resume in one attachment.

SFU is an equity employer and strongly encourages applications from all qualified individuals including women, Indigenous Peoples, visible minorities, people of all sexual orientations and gender identities, persons with disabilities, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of the university.

We are committed to ensuring that the application and interview process is accessible to all applicants. If you require any assistance or accommodations, please contact [e-mail] .

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