What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Director of Operations, Recreational Sports (Recreation Leader) position at Indiana University Bloomington?
Job Summary
The Assistant Director of Operations at Indiana University's Campus Recreational Sports ensures the Student Recreational Sports Center is properly maintained. This includes managing part-time staff, which involves hiring, training, scheduling, supervising, and evaluating our Operations Leads and Assistants. These staff members focus on cleaning and maintaining our facilities, as well as setting up / tear down of events, including academic classes, open recreation, and indoor intramural / club sport activities.
Department-Specific Responsibilities
- Designs cleaning plans, manages cleaning staff, purchases supply, maintains MSDS, inspects facilities, and monitors equipment.
- Assists in planning and executing events and ensures equipment readiness and logistics.
- Facilitates recruitment and development opportunities for student leaders and for various student leadership roles, including JB5K, Recfest, SRSA, Team Leaders, Labor Leaders, and Sneak Peek Leaders.
- Develops and implements training sessions focused on skill enhancement, team building, and operational efficiency.
- Provides mentorship to student staff, guiding them in their professional growth and fostering a positive work environment.
- Conducts regular performance evaluations and provides constructive feedback to help staff improve and succeed in their roles.
- Organizes employee appreciation events and implements recognition programs to acknowledge outstanding contributions and motivate staff.
- Offers resources and support for career planning, including resume workshops and job search strategies.
- Ensures safety protocols are followed, maintains certifications, responds to emergencies, and assists with staff training.
- Assists with supply receiving, event coordination, inventory management, and space renovations.
- Supports the Optimum Equipment Care Plan and assist in planning maintenance events.
- Supports the Outdoor / Auxiliary Facility and Bill Garrett Fieldhouse.
- Maintains communication, prepares reports, monitors staff performance, and participates in goal setting.
- Assists with budget monitoring and contributes to operational documentation.
- Promotes exceptional service through training and reminders for staff.
- Assists with electronic work requests, coordinates facility and equipment repairs, and more.
General Responsibilities
Qualifications
Combinations of related education and experience may be considered. Education beyond the minimum required may be substituted for work experience. Work experience beyond the minimum required may be substituted for education.
EDUCATION
Required
Preferred
WORK EXPERIENCE
Required
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES
Required
SKILLS
Required
Working Conditions / Demands
This position requires both sedentary work and long durations of movement about the workspace. It requires the ability to move and transport objects and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential tasks with or without an accommodation.
Work Location
IU Bloomington campus.
This is an in-person position.
Advertised Salary
55,000 - 65,000 annually, based on education and experience.
Benefits Overview
For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including :
Learn more about our benefits by reviewing our online Benefits Brochure.
Job Classification
Career Level : Operational
FLSA : Exempt
Job Function : Athletic Affairs
Job Family : Recreational Sports
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Posting Disclaimer
This posting is scheduled to close at 11 : 59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University, but will remain open for a minimum of 5 business days. To guarantee full consideration, please submit your application within 5 business days of the Posted Date.
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Equal Employment Opportunity
Indiana University is an equal employment and affirmative action employer and a provider of ADA services. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on individual qualifications. Indiana University prohibits discrimination based on age, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status. Indiana University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admission, as required by Title IX. Questions or complaints regarding Title IX may be referred to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights or the university Title IX Coordinator. See Indiana University’s Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information.
Salary : $55,000 - $65,000
