Campus Recreation Director - Wellbeing, Facilities & Growth

Seattle University Electrical and Computer Engineering; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 88,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition benefits

Transportation benefit

Wellness program with onsite fitness

Job summary

Seattle University is seeking a Director of University Recreation to lead student wellbeing and engagement through a broad portfolio of recreation, fitness, and aquatic programs. You will guide a large student workforce and professional staff, ensuring strategic vision aligns with the university’s Jesuit mission.

The role oversees extensive facilities, two pools, and numerous clubs and programs, with emphasis on inclusion, safety, and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in recreation administration or similar field.
• Evidence of leadership and problem-solving in recreation needs of college students.
• Experience supervising professional staff and graduate students.
• Strong oral and written communication, including presentations.
• Availability for occasional evenings and weekends.
• Commitment to diversity and the university’s mission, values.
• All positions require a criminal history background check and First Aid/CPR/AED within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for University Recreation operations and programs.
• Oversee two recreation facilities and aquatics, fitness, and clubs.
• Manage budgets, revenue generation, and strategic financial planning.
• Develop staffing plans and promote professional development.
• Collaborate with campus partners to align recreation with student success.
• Ensure safety, risk management, and compliance across programs.
• Represent UREC to external constituents and professional associations.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Team supervision

Diversity commitment

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in recreation administration

Master’s degree in recreation administration

Job description

Seattle University is seeking a Director of University Recreation to lead student wellbeing and engagement through a broad portfolio of recreation, fitness, and aquatic programs. You will guide a large student workforce and professional staff, ensuring strategic vision aligns with the university’s Jesuit mission.

The role oversees extensive facilities, two pools, and numerous clubs and programs, with emphasis on inclusion, safety, and operational excellence.