Job Req ID: 114811

Associate Director Athletics

Johns Hopkins offers a robust recreation program that includes group fitness classes, personal training, outdoor experiential education, aquatic activities, sports clubs, and intramural sports. In a typical year, our programs and facilities receive approximately 250,000 visits from students, staff, and faculty. The Department of Recreation is the largest employer of students on campus and additionally provides robust student leadership development opportunities. In 2021, Hopkins Athletics and Recreation completed a $27 million-dollar renovation and expansion of the Ralph S. O’Connor Center for Recreation and Well-Being. Built as a cross-collaborative campus destination, the facility features all-new state-of-the-art equipment for strength and cardiovascular training, expanded group fitness offerings, and mindfulness and meditation programming. The focus is on fostering holistic student health, a community of care, and an increased emphasis on self-care and well-being.

The Department of Athletics and Recreation seeks an innovative and forward-thinking leader to assume the role of Associate Director Athletics. Hopkins encourages inquiries from candidates who value professional and personal development and will actively contribute to a culture of inclusiveness within both the department and University setting. The Associate Athletic Director / Director of Recreation Services is directly supervised by the Deputy Director of Athletics and Recreation. This position has significant interactions with faculty and staff, students, alumni, and other outside constituencies.

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Job Req ID: 114811

Associate Director Athletics

Johns Hopkins offers a robust recreation program that includes group fitness classes, personal training, outdoor experiential education, aquatic activities, sports clubs, and intramural sports. In a typical year, our programs and facilities receive approximately 250,000 visits from students, staff, and faculty. The Department of Recreation is the largest employer of students on campus and additionally provides robust student leadership development opportunities. In 2021, Hopkins Athletics and Recreation completed a $27 million-dollar renovation and expansion of the Ralph S. O’Connor Center for Recreation and Well-Being. Built as a cross-collaborative campus destination, the facility features all-new state-of-the-art equipment for strength and cardiovascular training, expanded group fitness offerings, and mindfulness and meditation programming. The focus is on fostering holistic student health, a community of care, and an increased emphasis on self-care and well-being.

The Department of Athletics and Recreation seeks an innovative and forward-thinking leader to assume the role of Associate Director Athletics. Hopkins encourages inquiries from candidates who value professional and personal development and will actively contribute to a culture of inclusiveness within both the department and University setting. The Associate Athletic Director / Director of Recreation Services is directly supervised by the Deputy Director of Athletics and Recreation. This position has significant interactions with faculty and staff, students, alumni, and other outside constituencies.

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Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• Execute the Department of Recreation’s recently developed strategic plan. Develop and promote a shared vision that drives departmental and institutional priorities and the ongoing organization of work. Create and implement short-term and long-term plans consistent with the strategic plan of the department to ensure mission effectiveness.
• Responsible for the overall management and administration of campus-wide recreation services, facilities, and programs.
• Direct responsibility for offering diverse and expansive Recreation programs, including but not limited to fitness class scheduling, intramural contests, sports club and experiential education activities, and internal and external special events.
• Promote a community of belonging and the benefits of a healthy lifestyle by expanding program offerings to increase student and staff engagement.
• Plan, manage, and evaluate the annual operating budget which includes revenue generation and forecasting, expense management and analysis, and establishing pricing and fees for services.
• Responsible for the establishment and review of operational and personnel policies/procedures consistent with university policies, industry best practices, and state and federal laws.
• Provides departmental leadership in establishing a culture of excellence that minimizes risk and enhances the quality and safety of programs. Responsible and accountable for sustaining an inclusive environment throughout the organization and programs.
• Spearhead collaborative partnerships with other campus colleagues/departments that enhance collective health and well-being efforts.
• Design and implement the processes and structures needed to operate a large-scale recreation program efficiently, nimbly, and cost-effectively.
• Serves as a member of the department’s administrative leadership team.
• Pursue and implement additional revenue-generating opportunities that help financially support recreation programs.
• In conjunction with the Assistant Director of Student Marketing and Promotions, oversee all Recreation Services marketing endeavors and branding initiatives that have significant impact within the entire campus community, specifically the student body.
• Facilitate cost-effective operations relating to the management of safety/liability concerns, security of facilities, etc.
• Oversee a staff of eight professionals, including five direct reports.
• Assist with athletic game operations, events, and/or sports administration as needed.
• Perform additional duties as assigned; duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Ability to work in a networked way, emphasizing collaboration in a complex environment.

• Outstanding organizational, communication, writing, interpersonal and analytical skills in a fast-paced environment with the ability to initiate, analyze, monitor, evaluate and advance strategic plans and programs.

• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously along difficult timelines.

• Ability to work independently and to exercise judgment and discretion.

• Commitment to making an impact through work as a member of a team and diverse community.

• Excellent customer service skills.

• Ability and enthusiasm for mentoring and developing subordinate staff.

• Keen attention to detail.

Physical Effort/Environment

• General office, athletic and recreation facilities, and campus environment.
• The position may require work outside and in inclement weather.
• Position involves sitting, although frequent movement is necessary. Walking, standing, bending, twisting, and occasional lifting up to 50 pounds is required.
• Computer usage involving repetitive and/or wrist motion is required.
• The position will be a full-time, fiscal year appointment, with frequent evening and weekend work required throughout the year, with those dates determined by a supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required; advanced degree preferred.
• Four to six years of relevant work experience in collegiate athletic and/or campus recreation departments or comparatively complex organizations.
• Previous supervisory experience is required.
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with oversight of student employees.

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Classified Title: Associate Director Athletics
Role/Level/Range: ACRP/04/MF
Starting Salary Range: $75,100 - $131,700 Annually (Commensurate with experience)
Employee group: Full Time
Schedule: Mon-Fri/ 8:30am- 5:00pm
Exempt Status: Exempt
Location: Homewood Campus
Department name: ​​​​​​​Recreation
Personnel area: University Student Services

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Total Rewards
The referenced base salary range represents the low and high end of Johns Hopkins University’s salary range for this position. Not all candidates will be eligible for the upper end of the salary range. Exact salary will ultimately depend on multiple factors, which may include the successful candidate's geographic location, skills, work experience, market conditions, education/training and other qualifications. Johns Hopkins offers a total rewards package that supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement. More information can be found here: https://hr.jhu.edu/benefits-worklife/.

Education and Experience Equivalency
Please refer to the job description above to see which forms of equivalency are permitted for this position. If permitted, equivalencies will follow these guidelines: JHU Equivalency Formula: 30 undergraduate degree credits (semester hours) or 18 graduate degree credits may substitute for one year of experience. Additional related experience may substitute for required education on the same basis. For jobs where equivalency is permitted, up to two years of non-related college course work may be applied towards the total minimum education/experience required for the respective job.

Applicants Completing Studies
Applicants who do not meet the posted requirements but are completing their final academic semester/quarter will be considered eligible for employment and may be asked to provide additional information confirming their academic completion date.

Background Checks
The successful candidate(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check. Johns Hopkins is committed to hiring individuals with a justice-involved background, consistent with applicable policies and current practice. A prior criminal history does not automatically preclude candidates from employment at Johns Hopkins University. In accordance with applicable law, the university will review, on an individual basis, the date of a candidate's conviction, the nature of the conviction and how the conviction relates to an essential job-related qualification or function.

Diversity and Inclusion
The Johns Hopkins University values diversity, equity and inclusion and advances these through our key strategic framework, the JHU Roadmap on Diversity and Inclusion.

Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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Accommodation Information
If you are interested in applying for employment with The Johns Hopkins University and require special assistance or accommodation during any part of the pre-employment process, please contact the Talent Acquisition Office at jhurecruitment@jhu.edu. For TTY users, call via Maryland Relay or dial 711. For more information about workplace accommodations or accessibility at Johns Hopkins University, please visit https://accessibility.jhu.edu/.

Vaccine Requirements
Johns Hopkins University strongly encourages, but no longer requires, at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. The COVID-19 vaccine does not apply to positions located in the State of Florida. We still require all faculty, staff, and students to receive the seasonal flu vaccine. Exceptions to the COVID and flu vaccine requirements may be provided to individuals for religious beliefs or medical reasons. Requests for an exception must be submitted to the JHU vaccination registry. This change does not apply to the School of Medicine (SOM). SOM hires must be fully vaccinated with an FDA COVID-19 vaccination and provide proof of vaccination status. For additional information, applicants for SOM positions should visit https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/coron... and all other JHU applicants should visit https://covidinfo.jhu.edu/health-safety/covid-vaccination-information/.

The following additional provisions may apply, depending upon campus. Your recruiter will advise accordingly.
The pre-employment physical for positions in clinical areas, laboratories, working with research subjects, or involving community contact requires documentation of immune status against Rubella (German measles), Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Varicella (chickenpox), Hepatitis B and documentation of having received the Tdap (Tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis) vaccination. This may include documentation of having two (2) MMR vaccines; two (2) Varicella vaccines; or antibody status to these diseases from laboratory testing. Blood tests for immunities to these diseases are ordinarily included in the pre-employment physical exam except for those employees who provide results of blood tests or immunization documentation from their own health care providers. Any vaccinations required for these diseases will be given at no cost in our Occupational Health office.

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