Assistant Director - Campus Recreation
Western Oregon University, Monmouth OR, Monmouth, OR, United States
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree
Valid driver’s license
Budget and facility management (1–2 years)
Promotion, design, development, and administration of recreation programs (1–2 years)
Organizing and developing leaders through practical application and learning (1–2 years)
Experience managing and mentoring staff (3–5 years)
Current certification/licensure from a nationally recognized professional organization, requiring continuing education and/or ongoing documentation of proficiency in the specialty area (1–2 years)
Communication: Ability to develop, foster, and maintain basic communication with a variety of groups (students, faculty, staff, and community organizations)
Collaboration: Ability to develop, foster, and maintain meaningful collaborations with a wide variety of university constituencies
Adaptability: Ability to develop, foster, and maintain positive adaptability and interpersonal relations with diverse university groups
Critical Thinking: Ability to manage multiple tasks, develop solutions, and serve multiple publics while maintaining good customer service
Conflict Management: Ability to handle situations involving potentially hostile patrons, participants, vendors, or departmental personnel
Current American Red Cross Lifeguard (LG) certification
American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor (WSI), Wilderness and Remote First Aid (WRFA), and Lifeguard Instructor (LGI) certifications, and Professional Climbing Instructors Association Climbing Wall Instructor (CWI) certification (required within 6 months of hire date)
American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor Trainer (LGIT) and Water Safety Instructor Trainer (WSIIT) certification (required within 24 months of hire date)
Professional Climbing Instructors Association Climbing Wall Instructor Provider certification (required within 48 months of hire date)
How to Apply: Please upload the following required materials within the application portal. Applications missing any of the required documents will not move forward for consideration. Please include only the materials listed below:
WOU Employment Application form available here - unclassified/faculty
Cover Letter that outlines your qualifications and how they align with the position
Resume
Unofficial transcripts for your highest degree earned
References: Reference Check form available here
Background/Education Check: A criminal background check will be completed as a condition of employment. Education checks are processed for positions requiring a formal degree as a minimum requirement.
Benefits: Western Oregon University offers an excellent benefits package for eligible employees which includes 95% premium paid healthcare, a generous retirement and vacation package, and reduced tuition rates for employee, spouse or dependent at any of the Oregon Public Universities. http://www.wou.edu/hr/benefits/
Equal Employment Opportunity: Western Oregon University is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We embrace our differences and know that our diverse team is a strength that drives our success.
Accommodation Requests: Western Oregon University is committed to developing a barrier-free recruitment process and work environment. If you would like to request disability-related accommodation(s) to participate in a WOU activity or event, please complete the online request form at least three (3) business days in advance. If you have questions, contact Desiree Noah at noahd@wou.edu.
Veterans Preference Applicants are eligible to use Veterans' Preference when applying with Western Oregon University in accordance with ORS 408.225, 408.230 and 408.235; and OAR 105-040-0010 and 105-040-0015. Preference will be given only if the applicant meets the minimum criteria of the position and electronically attach the required documentation at the time of application. For information regarding Veterans' Preference qualifications, visit http://www.oregonjobs.org/DAS/STJOBS/vetpoints.shtmlq
To stay informed about the status of this search, we encourage you to regularly visit our careers page at wou.edu/hr/employment/jobs/. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are unable to provide individual updates regarding the status of each application. We appreciate your understanding. Thank you for your interest in employment at Western Oregon University.
Salary/Compensation: $62,500 - $64,500 per year
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Bachelor’s degree
Valid driver’s license
Budget and facility management (1–2 years)
Promotion, design, development, and administration of recreation programs (1–2 years)
Organizing and developing leaders through practical application and learning (1–2 years)
Experience managing and mentoring staff (3–5 years)
Current certification/licensure from a nationally recognized professional organization, requiring continuing education and/or ongoing documentation of proficiency in the specialty area (1–2 years)
Communication: Ability to develop, foster, and maintain basic communication with a variety of groups (students, faculty, staff, and community organizations)
Collaboration: Ability to develop, foster, and maintain meaningful collaborations with a wide variety of university constituencies
Adaptability: Ability to develop, foster, and maintain positive adaptability and interpersonal relations with diverse university groups
Critical Thinking: Ability to manage multiple tasks, develop solutions, and serve multiple publics while maintaining good customer service
Conflict Management: Ability to handle situations involving potentially hostile patrons, participants, vendors, or departmental personnel
Current American Red Cross Lifeguard (LG) certification
American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor (WSI), Wilderness and Remote First Aid (WRFA), and Lifeguard Instructor (LGI) certifications, and Professional Climbing Instructors Association Climbing Wall Instructor (CWI) certification (required within 6 months of hire date)
American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor Trainer (LGIT) and Water Safety Instructor Trainer (WSIIT) certification (required within 24 months of hire date)
Professional Climbing Instructors Association Climbing Wall Instructor Provider certification (required within 48 months of hire date)
How to Apply: Please upload the following required materials within the application portal. Applications missing any of the required documents will not move forward for consideration. Please include only the materials listed below:
WOU Employment Application form available here - unclassified/faculty
Cover Letter that outlines your qualifications and how they align with the position
Resume
Unofficial transcripts for your highest degree earned
References: Reference Check form available here
Background/Education Check: A criminal background check will be completed as a condition of employment. Education checks are processed for positions requiring a formal degree as a minimum requirement.
Benefits: Western Oregon University offers an excellent benefits package for eligible employees which includes 95% premium paid healthcare, a generous retirement and vacation package, and reduced tuition rates for employee, spouse or dependent at any of the Oregon Public Universities. http://www.wou.edu/hr/benefits/
Equal Employment Opportunity: Western Oregon University is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We embrace our differences and know that our diverse team is a strength that drives our success.
Accommodation Requests: Western Oregon University is committed to developing a barrier-free recruitment process and work environment. If you would like to request disability-related accommodation(s) to participate in a WOU activity or event, please complete the online request form at least three (3) business days in advance. If you have questions, contact Desiree Noah at noahd@wou.edu.
Veterans Preference Applicants are eligible to use Veterans' Preference when applying with Western Oregon University in accordance with ORS 408.225, 408.230 and 408.235; and OAR 105-040-0010 and 105-040-0015. Preference will be given only if the applicant meets the minimum criteria of the position and electronically attach the required documentation at the time of application. For information regarding Veterans' Preference qualifications, visit http://www.oregonjobs.org/DAS/STJOBS/vetpoints.shtmlq
To stay informed about the status of this search, we encourage you to regularly visit our careers page at wou.edu/hr/employment/jobs/. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are unable to provide individual updates regarding the status of each application. We appreciate your understanding. Thank you for your interest in employment at Western Oregon University.
Salary/Compensation: $62,500 - $64,500 per year
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