Program Manager II - Recreational Sports

Manages the day-to-day operations of a large university program or department, including the supervision of staff employees, student workers, programs or processes.

1. Plans and develops procedures for administering a large or complex department or program.
2. Manages fiscal activities, including procurement and budget analysis.
3. Provides guidance to subordinate staff and evaluates performance.
4. Prepares abstracts, research reports, funding proposals, operations and procedure manuals, and other written material and documentation.
5. Creates and reviews reports of expenditures and activities.
6. May administer grants and grant-related related communications, scholarships and other operations.
7. Develops, implements and maintains appropriate policies and procedures.
8. May serve as property custodian for the department.
9. Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

MQ: Education: Requires a thorough understanding of both theoretical and practical aspects of an analytical, technical or professional discipline; or the basic knowledge of more than one professional discipline. Knowledge of the discipline is normally obtained through a formal, directly job-related 4 year degree from a college or university or an equivalent in-depth specialized training program that is directly related to the type of work being performed. Experience: Requires a minimum of one (1) year of directly job-related experience. Certification/Licensing: None.

Additional Job Posting Information:

• Department is willing to accept education in lieu of experience.
• Department is willing to accept experience in lieu of education.

General Purpose of Position:
The Program Manager 2 – Rec Sports will support the day-to-day operations and supervision of Sport Club and Intramural Sports programs, as well as student staff. This position also assists with other events for the Department of Campus Recreation. Evenings and weekends required. This position reports to the Program Director – Rec Sports.
Summary of Responsibilities/Duties:

• Recruit, hire, train, supervise, and evaluate student staff, including intramural officials and Rec Sport Supervisors, while contributing to their ongoing development.
• Assist with developing and executing fall and spring student staff trainings, weekly and monthly in-services, staff development and team initiatives. Instruct safety courses and trainings.
• Maintain department database for certification tracking, in-service trainings, emergency drills, university mandatory trainings, and other related trainings.
• Provide oversight, guidance, development, and support to Sport Club officers, ensuring compliance with departmental and university policies; assist clubs with travel logistics.
• Assist in planning, organizing, and executing intramural sport leagues, tournaments, events, and sport club practices and competitions.
• Support daily operations of sport clubs and intramural sports, event set-ups, inspect activity areas, and uphold industry safety standards.
• Maintain departmental records (e.g., contracts, equipment purchases), and recommend replacements as needed.
• Contribute to semester reports, proposals, handbooks, and manuals for rec sports; assist with implementation of risk management procedures and ensure compliance with department policies and procedures.
• Coordinate with Campus Recreation facilities staff to address maintenance and risk management concerns.
• Assist with program reservations and scheduling for intramural and club activities, address participant inquiries, and conduct program assessments and evaluations.
• Assist with budget planning, purchase equipment, monitor expenses, manage financial records, and process payroll; collaborate with sport club leaders to enhance fundraising efforts, manage financial records and travel.
• Partner with campus departments and academic units to develop and implement programs and events that support student engagement and success.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned. Evenings and weekends required.