Director, Recreational Services (onsite) Apply Now **Job Summary** **How to Apply** A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position. **Please note, this is an internal search limited to current UM-Flint Staff member.** **Job Summary** Reporting to the Senior Director of Student Health and Wellness, the Director of Recreational Services provides strategic leadership for the department, and is a member of the leadership team for the Division of Student Affairs. As an important part of student life, the department serves as the convener for multiple activities, programs, facilities, and partnerships that support the fitness and well-being of the campus community. **Responsibilities*** **Leadership** + Provide strategic leadership and ongoing development to six full-time reports, with attention to the role that recreation plays in the greater context of well-being + Support student learning by directing development of impactful student staff/student leader trainings, along with opportunities for engagement and employment at a variety of levels + Manage operating budgets to ensure alignment with fiscal allocation and goals of the department + Ensure focus on diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging goals in all aspects of Recreation operations and programs, including physical space and policies + Serve on the Student Affairs Leadership Team and on committees **Oversight** + Oversee department capital and special projects, including development and oversight of long-term maintenance plans for department facilities + Collaborate with professional staff to monitor risk management procedures. Ensure all safety practices are implemented and followed + Provide direction for strategic marketing and communications for the department + Support planning of wellbeing programs, events and spaces + Promote positive customer experiences and address customer concerns, when needed + Establish and maintain internal controls related to financial business practices + Maintain compliance with all university policies, required trainings, and applicable laws **Strategy & Collaboration** + Collaborate with division leadership and department staff for short and long-term strategic planning and policy development + Participate in routine assessment practices to monitor and evaluate department offerings to to meet evolving student and patron needs + Collaborate with the Student Health & Wellness team, campus partners, and the community to support student well-being + Partner with University Advancement on fundraising projects and donor relations + Remain up to date with ational trends and best practices as identified through NIRSA, NASPA, American Council on Exercise, and other associations **Required Qualifications*** + Must a be a current UM-Flint Staff member. + A master's degree in college student personnel, higher education administration, recreation, sports management, or related field is required + Five or more years progressive experience related to the job responsibilities. + Certified in First Aid and CPR **Why Work at U-M Flint?** In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, The University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family, and plan for a secure future. Benefits include: + Generous time off + A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions after 12 months of eligible service, with immediate vesting. + Many choices for comprehensive health insurance. + Life insurance + Long-term disability coverage + Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses. Eligibility for benefits is based on your job group, your appointment percentage and the length of your appointment. Learn more about employee benefits and eligibility and download the Comprehensive Benefits for Faculty and Staffflier (https://hr.umich.edu/sites/default/files/benefit-highlights.pdf) . For tuition support information can be found at:https://www.umflint.edu/hr/ benefits/ (https://www.umflint.edu/hr/benefits/) Information about our vision, mission and values can be found at:https://www.umflint.edu/ chancellor/leadership-mission- vision/ (https://www.umflint.edu/chancellor/leadership-mission-vision/) **University of Michigan-Flint - Plan for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion** The University of Michigan-Flint's DEI plan can be found at: https://www.umflint.edu/dei/. The University of Michigan-Flint exhibits its commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through enacting fair practices, policies, and procedures particularly in support of the equitable participation of the historically underserved. UM-Flint recognizes the value of diversity in our efforts to provide equitable access and opportunities to all regardless of individual identities in support of a climate where everyone feels a sense of belonging, community, and agency. Diversity is a core value at University of Michigan-Flint. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all students, staff, and faculty. The University of Michigan-Flint seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as a reflection of our commitment to serve the diverse people of Michigan, to maintain the excellence of the University, and to offer our students richly varied disciplines, perspectives, and ways of knowing and learning for the purpose of becoming global citizens in a connected world. **Modes of Work** **Onsite** The work requires, or the supervisor approves a fully onsite presence. Onsite is defined as a designated U-M owned or leased work location within or outside of the State of Michigan. Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modeshere (https://hr.umich.edu/working-u-m/my-employment/ways-we-work-resource-center/ways-we-work-implementation-group/modes-work) **.** **Background Screening** The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks will be performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act. **U-M EEO/AA Statement** The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. **Job Detail** **Job Opening ID** 260394 **Working Title** Director, Recreational Services (onsite) **Job Title** Director **Work Location** Flint Campus Flint, MI **Modes of Work** Onsite **Full/Part Time** Full-Time **Regular/Temporary** Regular **FLSA Status** Exempt **Organizational Group** Flint Vc Std Affairs **Department** Flint Health & Wellness Svcs **Posting Begin/End Date** 2/21/2025 - 2/28/2025 **Salary** $73,600.00 - $92,000.00 **Career Interest** Administration Apply Now