Assistant Director, Campus Recreation & Wellness

The Culinary Institute of America; Town of Hyde Park (NY); On-site; USD 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage at no cost for some

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement savings with employer match

Generous paid time off

Job summary

The Culinary Institute of America is seeking an Assistant Director of Recreation & Wellness to lead intramurals, athletics, and the Student Recreation Center. You will supervise part-time coaches, lifeguards, and student staff while coordinating budgets for multiple facilities.

The role requires strong organizational and communication skills, with experience in campus recreation or fitness programs, and a commitment to creating an inclusive environment for students.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree or Bachelor’s with relevant experience in athletics, recreation, or fitness.
• Experience in campus recreation, athletics administration, or fitness programs.
• Licenses/certifications as applicable (CPR/First Aid, Lifeguard, etc.)

Responsibilities

• Create and manage a robust intramural events calendar.
• Recruit and manage CIA mascot STING program.
• Forecast and manage budgets for athletic teams, intramurals, fitness center, and pool.
• Oversee intercollegiate athletic program operations, scheduling, equipment, and inventory.
• Ensure fitness center and pool facilities meet health and safety standards.
• Provide training and supervision to student workers and part-time staff.
• Collaborate with CIA and community partners to enhance student engagement and wellness.
• Support Director – Campus Life in managing Student Recreation Center operations.

Skills

Organizational skills

Written and verbal communication

Time management

Problem solving

Customer service

MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Education

Master’s Degree in Higher Education, Recreation Management, Sports Administration, or related field

Bachelor’s Degree with 2 years relevant experience

Job description

The Culinary Institute of America is seeking an Assistant Director of Recreation & Wellness to lead intramurals, athletics, and the Student Recreation Center. You will supervise part-time coaches, lifeguards, and student staff while coordinating budgets for multiple facilities.

The role requires strong organizational and communication skills, with experience in campus recreation or fitness programs, and a commitment to creating an inclusive environment for students.