Job Information
University of Southern Maine Assistant Director of Athletics and Recreation in Portland, Maine
Position Title:
Assistant Director of Athletics and Recreation
Campus:
Gorham
City, State:
Gorham ME
Department:
Athletics - PATHL
Bargaining Unit:
Nonrep Professional
Salary Band/Wage Band:
5
Work Schedule:
Primarily Monday thru Friday, 8-4:30, but could vary
Statement of Job:
The University of Southern Maine’s Department of Athletics (https://usm.maine.edu/athletics) is seeking an Assistant Director of Athletics and Recreation. The Assistant Director will assist the Director of Athletics and the Associate Director of Athletics in the overall organization and administration of the intercollegiate athletics program, the management of the ice arena (including scheduling ice time and meeting revenue goals), as well as oversee campus recreation including club sports and intramural sports. This is an excellent opportunity for recreation and/or athletics professionals with a passion for supporting the academic, personal, professional, and athletic achievements of students!
Athletics is an important and exciting part of student life at USM, which sponsors 23 NCAA Division III intercollegiate teams and nearly 500 student-athletes who routinely compete at the regional and national level. As an NCAA Division III member institution, Huskies’ athletics places the highest priority on the overall quality of the educational experience and on the successful completion of all students’ academic programs.
The Assistant Director of Athletics will administer a comprehensive recreation program that engages a diverse student population, promotes health and wellness, and enhances the quality of living and learning for students; this will include directly supervising the Coordinator of Recreation. The Assistant Director works with fitness center management and staff to maximize engagement in fitness memberships and programs, and serves as the Ice Arena Manager and is responsible for overall management of the ice arena including scheduling and meeting revenue goals and developing additional revenue strategies for the department. Additionally, the Assistant Director leads the coordination of summer sports camps and clinics, assists with game and event management, and may be responsible for individual coach supervision.
This is a full-time, 12-month position with an annual salary of $70,000 and is primarily located on the USM Gorham campus. The University of Maine System provides a highly competitive benefits package that includes holidays, vacation, and sick time; health, dental and vision insurance; life insurance; short- and long-term disability insurance; a tuition waiver program for employees, spouse, and eligible dependents; a 403(b)-retirement plan with 10% employer contribution; and more. Visit our Benefits site (https://usm.maine.edu/campus-human-resource-services/benefits-and-wellness/) or click on our Benefits Information Summary (https://usm.hiretouch.com/uploads/457/file/NR_Faculty_Salaried_One_Pager_12.23.2021.pdf) to learn more.
The University of Southern Maine is located in Portland Maine’s metro area that is home to over half a million people with a lively, livable community, nationally known for its arts and culture, outdoor recreation, beautiful beaches, and amazing food. Most recently, US News and World Report (https://realestate.usnews.com/real-estate/articles/us-news-ranks-the-best-places-to-live-in-the-us) listed Portland, Maine (https://realestate.usnews.com/places/maine/portland) one of the best US cities to live.
The University of Southern Maine embraces an inclusive campus community that values the expression of differences in ways that promote excellence in teaching, learning, personal development, and institutional success. Our Office of Equity, Inclusion and Community Impact (https://usm.maine.edu/equity-inclusion-community-impact/) supports the University of Southern Maine’s DEIA and Community Impact focused departments, committees, groups, projects, training, and events. USM encourages women, veterans, individuals with disabilities, and people from diverse racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds to apply.
We live our Service Promise: Student Focused Every Day. We are looking for a team member who understands that promise and supports our core values: Respect & Care, Integrity, Equity and Responsiveness.
Qualifications:
Required:
Bachelor’s degree or advanced degree related to athletics administration, recreation management, sports management, educational leadership or teaching/coaching.
3+ years of experience in athletics administration, recreation management, or related field.
Proven leadership ability and administrative competency.
Documented experience working with students and/or student-athletes.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
A strong work ethic and willingness to work nights and weekends as needed.
A commitment to Title IX, Gender Equity and the fair and equitable treatment of all student-athletes and others.
Preferred:
Playing experience at the high school or college level.
Other Information:
To apply please click on "APPLY FOR POSITION" at the bottom of this page or visit USM Jobs (http://fs01.ad.usm.maine.edu/data1/hrs/common/MICHL/Wendy/SEARCHES%202023/usm.maine.edu/jobs) .
You will create an applicant profile and complete an application and upload a cover letter and resume. Finalist candidates will be asked to provide a list of the names and contact information for references.
We will examine applications on an ongoing basis as they are submitted.
All required materials must be submitted by June 6, 2024.
We are not able to consider applicants who require Visa sponsorship support.
Appropriate background screening will be conducted for the successful candidate.
In complying with the letter and spirit of applicable laws and pursuing its own goals of diversity, the University of Maine System does not discriminate on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, gender identity or expression, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, familial status, ancestry, age, disability physical or mental, genetic information, or veterans or military status in employment, education, and all other programs and activities. The University provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.
The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies: Director of Equal Opportunity, 5748 Boudreau Hall, Room 101, Orono, ME 04469-5754, 207-581-1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).
Work Year Calendar:
Fiscal Year (12 Months)
Required Documents:
Cover Letter, CV/Resume