Campus Recreation Coordinator

University of Central Florida; Orlando (FL); On-site; Full time

Job summary

The University of Central Florida seeks a Campus Recreation Coordinator to oversee the management of the Outdoor Adventure Program. This role includes supervising student employees, developing programs, and ensuring safety protocols. Ideal candidates will have a blend of educational requirements and hands-on experience in outdoor activities, along with leadership and risk management skills. Excellent benefits are offered, including medical and educational assistance, making this a desirable opportunity within a supportive environment.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Paid time off including holidays

Retirement savings options

Employee discounts

Flexible work environment

Tuition assistance

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 2+ years of relevant experience or a Master's degree.
• Experience in developing outdoor programs and risk management policies.
• Technical proficiency in outdoor activities (e.g., kayaking, climbing).

Responsibilities

• Assist in the supervision of the Adventure Trips Program and Outdoor Adventure Center.
• Develop and market programs for challenge course.
• Coordinate training and evaluate student staff.

Skills

Team Leadership

Risk Management

Public Speaking

Outdoor Education

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree (preferred)

Job description

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Student Success And Well-Being – Recreation And Wellness Center

At the UCF Recreation and Wellness Center, we strive to provide a safe, clean, dependable, quality, and fun environment. These are goals we set for ourselves, for the facility, for our programs, and ultimately, for our students' experience.

The Opportunity

The UCF Student Success and Well-Being Recreation and Wellness Center is currently accepting applications for a Campus Recreation Coordinator (Coordinator of Outdoor Adventure). This role assists with the management and operation of a variety of Outdoor Adventure Program components to include Adventure Trips, Climbing Tower, Outdoor Adventure Center, Challenge Course and Lake Claire Recreation Area. This position reports to the Assistant Director of Campus Recreation (Assistant Director of Outdoor Adventure) and supervises approximately 40-50 student employees including five student leads.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the supervision of the Adventure Trips Program and Outdoor Adventure Center to include successful planning, guiding and leadership of student development opportunities and experiential learning through the outdoor environment.
• Support the management of the Challenge Course, Climbing Tower and Lake Claire facility components of the Outdoor Adventure Program.
• Develop and market programs for on and off campus groups for challenge course.
• Monitor and oversee various budgetary lines and assist in the budget development related to the management of the Outdoor Adventure program.
• Develop, implement and evaluate policies relating to all areas of responsibility.
• Revise, create and enhance operation procedures for all areas of Outdoor Adventure program.
• Responsible for hiring, training, scheduling and evaluating Outdoor Adventure student staff.
• Assist in the development and implement comprehensive leadership program for Outdoor Adventure student staff.
• Coordinate routine and non-routine maintenance work for all areas of responsibility to include specific maintenance and annual certification for challenge course and climbing tower.
• Responsible for the development and implementation of risk management plans for all areas of responsibility.
• Counsel students and process disciplinary actions in response to participation in programs when necessary.
• Work closely with Student Government (SG) to meet goals, objectives and expectations of one of their primary funded agencies.
• Serve as an instructor for the American Red Cross/AED and First Aid Certification Courses.
• Coordinate the completion of statistical analysis and assessment results for areas of responsibility.
• Supervise coordination of program marketing efforts.
• Maintain inventory and recommend purchase of equipment for Outdoor Adventure.
• May serve on university and/or National Committees.
• Other duties as assigned
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree and 2+ years of relevant experience or a Master’s degree and 0+ years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience pursuant to Fla. Stat. 112.219. Click here for more information.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prefer experience developing quality student programs and implementing risk management policies for safe facilities and programs.
• Demonstrated ability to provide instruction and possess technical proficiency in a variety of outdoor applications including sea kayaking, canoeing, backpacking, surfing, stand-up paddle boarding, mountain biking and rock climbing.
• Possess current Wilderness First Responder Certification
  
  

Additional Application Materials Required

Copy of current group fitness and/or personal training certification as described above.

Special Instructions To The Applicants

The anticipated hourly rate for this position is $21.07. The final rate will be determined based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, and internal equity considerations.

Candidates applying based on a Master's degree and 0+ years of experience must have their Master's degree conferred by the start date.

Position Title: Campus Recreation Coordinator

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As a next-generation public research university and Forbes-ranked top employer in Florida, we are a community of thinkers, doers, creators, innovators, healers, and leaders striving to create broader prosperity and help shape a better future. No matter what your role is, when you join Knight Nation, you’ll play an integral role at one of the most impactful universities in the country. You’ll be met with opportunities to connect and collaborate with talented faculty, staff, and students across 13 colleges and multiple campuses, engaging in impactful work that makes a positive difference. Your time at UCF will provide you with many meaningful opportunities to grow, you’ll work alongside talented colleagues on complex projects that will challenge you and help you gain new skills and you’ll have countless rewarding experiences that go well beyond a paycheck.

Working at UCF has its perks! UCF offers:

• Benefit packages, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and Employee Assistance Program
• Paid time off, including annual and sick time off and paid holidays
• Retirement savings options
• Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions
• Education assistance
• Flexible work environment
• And more…For more benefits information, view the UCF Employee Benefits Guide.
  
  

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Unless explicitly stated on the job posting, it is UCF’s expectation that an employee of UCF will reside in Florida as of the date the employment begins.

Department

Student Success and Well-Being (SSWB) - Recreation and Wellness Center

Work Schedule

Primary schedule M-F, 9am to 6pm with expectation of flexed schedule to supervise evening, weekend and extended programs

Type of Appointment

Regular

Expected Salary

$17.64 to Negotiable

Job Posting End Date

06-26-2025-12-00-AM

As a Florida public university, the University of Central Florida makes all application materials and selection procedures available to the public upon request.

UCF is proud to be a smoke-free campus and an E-Verify employer.

If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 407-823-1336 or email [e-mail].

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other, Training, and Education

• Industries

  Higher Education, Recreational Facilities, and Professional Training and Coaching

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Tuition assistance

Vision insurance

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Disability insurance

Paid maternity leave

401(k)

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