Penn State offers competitive benefits to full-time employees, including tuition assistance for continuing education, medical, dental, vision and retirement plans, in addition to generous vacation time, sick time, and paid holidays. Please visit https://hr.psu.edu/2023-benefits for more detailed information. 

Coordinator of Competitive Sports

Under the supervision and direction of the Assistant Director of Competitive Sports, the Coordinator of Competitive Sports will provide leadership and management of all aspects of the Club Sports and Intramural Sports programing. Specific responsibilities include direct supervision of student staff, training and leadership development for both Club Sport officers and Competitive Sports staff, execution of programs, and oversight of assigned sports.

Candidates can apply through https://hr.psu.edu/careers and search for Campus Recreation or the internal job number (REQ_ 0000041419).

Coordinator of Facilities & Operations (2)

Under the supervision and direction of the Assistant Director of Campus Recreation for Facilities & Operations, the Coordinator of Facilities & Operations will serve on a team responsible for the daily operation and management of Campus Recreation facilities at Penn State University. Specific responsibilites include direct supervision of student staff, student development, day-to-day operations of assigned building and occasional support for other buildings, projects, and events. One position will serve primarily in the IM Building and the other position will serve primarily in the White Building.

Candidates can apply through https://hr.psu.edu/careers and search for Campus Recreation or the internal job number (REQ_0000037702). 

Coordinator of Reservations, Membership & Outreach

Under the supervision and direction of the Assistant Director of Reservations, Membership & Outreach, the Coordinator of Reservations, Membership & Outreach will assist in the overall management of Campus Recreation reservations/rentals, general membership operations including the use of Innosoft Fusion, and support department outreach initiatives and collaboration opportunities.

Candidates can apply through https://hr.psu.edu/careers and search for Campus Recreation or the internal job number (REQ_0000041449).

Education and Experience

• This position typically requires a bachelor’s degree and a minimum of two years of collegiate recreation experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • A master’s degree in recreation, sport management, higher education, or a related field is preferred.
• Demonstrated leadership and supervisory skills to select, supervise, motivate, train, and evaluate student employees is required.
• Knowledge of student development principles and an ability to provide formal and informal student development opportunities for student staff is required.
• Knowledge of safety and risk management practices as they relate to collegiate recreation is required.
• A working knowledge of software systems such as Fusion, IMLeagues, WhenToWork, or similar is required.

Job Requirements

• Independent work on assignments, while reviewing progress and updating the Assistant Director as appropriate.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills (written and verbal).
• Ability to manage multiple priorities to meet deadlines.
• Attention to detail and the ability to provide and receive feedback.
• Willingness to lead students and work in a team-based environment.
• Eagerness to support and engage with all departmental and Student Affairs initiatives and efforts, including collaborations with campus partners to create meaningful student experiences.
• Ability to take initiative and have flexibility to adapt to shifting workload demands.
• Ability to foster a positive climate among a diverse group of staff, student employees, and participants.

About Penn State Campus Recreation

The Pennsylvania State University and Student Affairs are committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusion that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity in society and nature, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusion as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission. Campus Recreation is a department within the division of Student Affairs that provides fitness, wellness, and recreational programs to the campus community through the operation and administration of the following: IM Building, McCoy Natatorium, Stone Valley Outdoor Recreation Area, Tennis Center, White Building, Outdoor Adventure, Aquatics, Club Sports, Fitness and Wellness Programs, and Intramural Sports. Campus Recreation is committed to, and accountable for, advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in all its forms and embraces individual uniqueness while fostering a culture of inclusive excellence.

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