Associate Director, Campus Recreation

Marquette University Clg-Nurse; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established institution is seeking an Associate Director for Campus Recreation to oversee programs that enhance student engagement and wellness. This role is pivotal in fostering leadership and promoting healthy lifestyles among students through diverse recreational activities. The ideal candidate will possess strong interpersonal and organizational skills, with a commitment to creating an inclusive and supportive environment. Join a team dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the lives of students and faculty, while enjoying a comprehensive benefits package that supports your professional journey and personal well-being.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

403(b) with up to 8% match

Generous Time Off

Tuition Benefits for Employees and Dependents

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in related field required.
• Minimum of six years of related experience required.

Responsibilities

• Direct and evaluate Campus Recreation programs.
• Assist in planning, budgets, and strategic assessments.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Recreation/Sport Administration

Master's degree in Recreation/Sport Administration

Tools

CPR / AED / First Aid Certification

Job description

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Position Type

Position Type Staff

Job Family

Job Family Student Engagement and Program Development

Position Overview

Be The Difference Begins with Great People.

Are you looking for a new opportunity where you can make the difference in the lives of students and faculty? We’re always looking for highly talented individuals to join our team – people who think big, care deeply, and believe in being the difference in their work and community.

We prioritize student success, access to education, and service in our work to educate well-rounded servant leaders who transform their fields, our society and the world. Our Catholic, Jesuit approach emphasizes student engagement with the world around them and formation of the heart and mind.

We believe in our mission: The search for truth, the discovery and sharing of knowledge, the fostering of personal and professional excellence, the promotion of a life of faith, and the development of leadership expressed in service to others. These core values guide our relationships with our students, each other, and our community.

Marquette University offers a rich and competitive Total Rewards package including medical, dental, vision, 403(b) with up to 8% university match, generous time off package, and tuition benefits for employees, spouses, and dependents with no payback requirement! For more information, please view theTotal Rewards Guide .

The Associate Director, Campus Recreation is responsible for the evaluation, creation, implementation, and supervision of Campus Recreation programs that include but are not limited to fitness, wellness, club sports, intramural sports, personal training and aquatics. The Associate Director, Campus Recreation supports the facilitation of the transformational learning experience by engaging students in a comprehensive wellness and activities program to develop and promote healthy lifestyles, leadership development, lifetime skills and sportsmanship.

This is your next opportunity to join an organization that invests in their employees’ career journey by diversifying their skills, deepening their expert knowledge, encouraging a healthy work-life balance, focusing on personal wellbeing, providing leadership training, and sustaining a culture of respect and inclusion.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Direct, supervise and evaluate comprehensive Campus Recreation programs. Programs include but are not limited to fitness, wellness, club sports, intramural sports, personal training and aquatics. Work within, and help to formulate the Wellness Model for the entire division (Wellness + Recreation) and follow NIRSA standards and stay informed on trends.

2. Implement, promote and organize additional programming to include certifications, outreach programs, collaborations with campus partners and assessment of all.

3. Assists in the development of assessment and evaluations tools to improve engagement and services. Provides ongoing feedback and recommendations regarding program enhancements.

4. Assist the Director with short- and long-term planning, budgets, strategic planning, goal-setting and assessment.

5. Manage all certifications and affiliations of all Campus Recreation professional staff and student-employees to include CPR / AED and First Aid certifications, affiliations with NIRSA , WIRSA and other national organizations, and teach courses.

6. Responsible for managing American Red Cross courses, must be an instructor of such certifications, and departmental risk management plans.

7. Responsible for the supervision of staff which includes but is not limited to hiring, terming, disciplinary actions, performance management, staff development, etc.

8. Collect and compile department utilization statistics.

9. Provide guidance and leadership to staff, students, stakeholders, and the university in the leaders absence. May be asked to attend meetings, committees, etc. at the leaders discretion.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Bachelor’s degree in Recreation/Sport Administration, Student Affairs/Higher Education, Educational Leadership/Administration or similar

CPR / AED /First Aid Certified

Minimum of six years of related experience

Supervisory experience

Demonstrated skills in developing effective working relationships

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Organizational skills and ability to solve problems required

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Master’s degree in Recreation/Sport Administration, Student Affairs/Higher Education, Educational Leadership/Administration or similar

CPR / AED /First Aid Certified Instructor

Department

Department Campus Recreation

Posting Date

Posting Date 05/09/2025

Closing Date

Special Instructions to Applicants

EOE Statement

It is the policy of Marquette University to provide equal employment opportunities ( EEO ) to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other applicable federal or state-protected classification.

Required Documents

Required Documents

Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Resume

Optional Documents

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * How many years of experience do you have working in Campus Recreation?
  • 3-5 years
  • 6-7 years
  • 8-9 years
  • 10+ years
• * What is the highest level of education you have completed?
  • High School/GED
  • Associates
  • Bachelors
  • Masters
  • PHD