RECREATION MGR 1

The Associate Director, Competitive Sports supervises and manages multi-functional recreation units with programmatic and facility operations oversight. Program areas include: 30+ intramural sports; 50+ competitive club sports teams; instruction in martial arts and sports; watersports instruction including sailing, surfing, rowing, windsurfing, kayaking and standup paddle; and adaptive and inclusive recreational activities. Facility operations include: Intramural Field; Athletic Training Room; and the Marina Aquatic Center boating and watersports facility. The incumbent manages a budget of $2M and a staff of 2 direct reports who in turn supervise 14 full time professional staff and approximately 200 student and part-time staff.
The Associate Director participates in high-level decision making and leadership over revenue generating and university funded recreational programs; the operation of recreation facilities; and other services and special initiatives. The position reports through UCLA Recreation, a department of Student Affairs in the Division of Campus Life, and operates at a high level in building relationships within Student Affairs and partnerships across key campus entities. As part of the Recreation Executive Team, the Associate Director develops and advances strategic goals, participates in managing department budget, and supports operational planning. The Associate Director works with Program Directors, Unit Managers, and Facility Managers to coordinate facility, program, service, and business operations to meet the needs of the campus community.
The scope of responsibility for this position plays a significant role in the quality of life on the UCLA campus. Working in close collaboration with the Director of UCLA Recreation, and various leadership positions across campus, the Associate Director has responsibility for supporting the integrity and quality of UCLA in the delivery of high quality facilities, experiences, and services to students, faculty, staff, participants, fans, guests, and the campus community.
All decision-making takes into consideration organizational, University and governmental guidelines, when applicable. Interpretation of guidelines and formulation of policies is required when guidelines are ambiguous or none are available. This position requires in-depth knowledge of all aspects of revenue-based events and programs, professional and student leadership development, and policy guidelines.
Qualifications for Position
Qualifications Required/Preferred
1. Ability to recognize problems and generate alternatives or offer solutions,
based on existing guidelines.
Required
2. Ability to collaborate with colleagues to effectively attain department goals
while monitoring compliance with divisional and departmental policies.
Required
3. Analytical skills to assess programs and procedures in order to assist students in proposal preparation, funding allocations and funding evaluations.
Required
4. Demonstrated ability to formulate policies and procedures as well as make decisions on interpretation of existing policies and procedures while adhering to changing legal environments and UC guidelines.
Required
5. Demonstrated interest, ability and experience working with student groups, employing fundamental counseling techniques with sensitivity sufficient to assist students in making program-related decisions. Demonstrated understanding of and ability to work with underserved and underrepresented communities.
Required
6. Demonstrated skill supervising professional and support staff.
Required
7. Budget management skills and experience required, including in-depth knowledge of all aspects of revenue-based recreation programs and the application of that knowledge in a University setting.
Required
8. Ability to oversee staff and work with colleagues who are well-trained, experienced, and highly-educated both generally and in their specialized fields, while being able to serve in a public relations capacity with students, staff, faculty, parents, international business executives, public officials, and the community.
Required
9. Ability to understand academic priority, university procedures, safety and security concerns, judicial procedures, and relevant federal, state, and local laws.
Required
10. Ability to organize workload to accomplish established objectives while working independently with minimal supervision.
Required
11. Ability to effectively and diplomatically communicate; verbally to individuals, small, and large groups from diverse backgrounds, and in writing using proper grammar, spelling and style.
Required
12. Knowledge of university personnel, purchasing and accounting procedures .
Preferred
13. Knowledge and understanding of university governance, decision making processes, and the nuances of the tripartite faculty, student and staff campus "culture" and institutional history preferred.
Preferred
14. Working knowledge of student programs and activities in a large, diverse university setting preferred.
Preferred
15. Advanced Degree in Physical Education or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Preferred