Campus Recreation & Wellness Programs Lead

Bellarmine University; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Bellarmine University is seeking an Assistant Director of Campus Recreation to lead intramural and club sports, outdoor recreation, and facility operations in Louisville. The role oversees program development, student staff supervision, scheduling, equipment management, assessment, and engagement, collaborating with the Director of Campus Recreation and Wellness.

The position focuses on inclusive, engaging experiences that promote student involvement, well-being, leadership development, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; master's preferred in related field.
• At least one year of paraprofessional experience working with college students in campus recreation; supervisory experience preferred.
• Administrative and computer skills, web-based applications, and social media experience are core to this position.
• Attention to detail, strong organizational and interpersonal communication skills, and ability to multi-task are valued.
• Some lifting is needed (weight does not typically exceed 50 pounds).

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, implementation, promotion, and assessment of a comprehensive intramural sports program.
• Recruit, train, supervise, and evaluate student officials and program staff.
• Develop league structures, tournaments, and participation initiatives that foster student engagement and belonging.
• Provide strategic leadership and administrative oversight for the Club Sports program.
• Advise club officers and student leaders.
• Manage club budgets, travel requests, risk management processes, and university policy compliance.
• Coordinate trip planning, risk management, equipment inventory, and participant education.
• Support the day-to-day operation of the campus recreation center and related spaces.
• Coordinate facility scheduling, reservations, and space utilization for recreation programs, athletics, student organizations, conferences, camps, and university events.
• Supervise facility student staff including hiring, training, scheduling, and performance management.
• Oversee equipment maintenance, inventory, vendor coordination, and facility inspections.
• Ensure facilities operate in accordance with risk management standards and university policies.

Skills

Administrative skills

Computer skills

Interpersonal communication

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Lifting capacity

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree in sports and recreation / higher education and student affairs / exercise science

Job description

Bellarmine University is seeking an Assistant Director of Campus Recreation to lead intramural and club sports, outdoor recreation, and facility operations in Louisville. The role oversees program development, student staff supervision, scheduling, equipment management, assessment, and engagement, collaborating with the Director of Campus Recreation and Wellness.

The position focuses on inclusive, engaging experiences that promote student involvement, well-being, leadership development, and