Coordinator of Campus Recreation (55077)

Description

Coordinator of Campus Recreation

FLSA Classification
Full-time Exempt

Reports to
Director of Student Engagement and Support

Date
May 2026

Job Description

Summary/objective

The Coordinator of Campus Recreation is responsible for developing implementing and assessing a comprehensive campus recreation program that supports student engagement wellness belonging and community at Randolph College. This position provides primary oversight of the esports arena supports the management of the student center and attached fitness facility and develops recreational wellness and outdoor excursion opportunities that enhance campus life.

The coordinator supervises student staff supports daily facility operations and helps create safe inclusive and welcoming spaces where students can connect and build community. This position requires some evening and weekend availability to support student-led events and campus programming as well as participation in the Colleges Administrative On-Call rotation.

Essential functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• Design implement and evaluate a comprehensive campus recreation program including intramurals informal recreation fitness initiatives esports and outdoor recreation opportunities
• Conduct student needs assessments and analyze participation trends to inform program development and continuous improvement
• Oversee daily operations of the esports arena including scheduling equipment management and student staffing
• Coordinate esports leagues tournaments special events and open recreation opportunities
• Support day-to-day operations of the student center and attached fitness facility
• Serve as manager-on-duty for recreation and student center spaces as assigned
• Monitor facility usage cleanliness safety and customer service standards
• Recruit hire train schedule supervise and evaluate student employees across recreation esports fitness and student center operations
• Develop and deliver ongoing student staff training and leadership development opportunities
• Plan and implement outdoor recreation excursion and experiential programming opportunities
• Coordinate program logistics equipment management and risk mitigation for recreational and outdoor activities
• Ensure compliance with institutional policies risk management practices and emergency procedures
• Maintain incident reports operational documentation and emergency action plans for recreation spaces
• Participate in the Colleges Administrative On-Call rotation and respond to student and campus emergencies as needed
• Develop and implement marketing and outreach strategies to increase student participation
• Track participation data and prepare reports related to assessment and program outcomes
• Assist with budget management purchasing and equipment inventory
• Collaborate with campus partners to support student engagement wellness and community-building initiatives
• Support divisional and campus-wide events as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned

Competencies

• Student engagement and program development
• Facility and operations management
• Student staff supervision and leadership development
• Risk management and safety awareness
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills
• Organizational and project management skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Commitment to inclusive excellence and student belonging
• Effective written and verbal communication
• Data-informed decision making and assessment

Supervisory responsibilities

• Student employees (esports recreation fitness and student center operations)
• Graduate Assistant if applicable

Work environment

This position primarily works in the student center recreation facilities and the esports arena as well as in occasional outdoor settings. Some evening and weekend work is required to support student-led events and campus programming.

Physical demands

Requires standing walking and sitting for extended periods. Must be able to move and set up recreational equipment and occasionally lift up to 25 pounds.

Travel required

May travel occasionally on college business and in support of outdoor recreation or excursion programming

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelors degree required
• 13 years of experience in campus recreation fitness esports outdoor programs or student engagement (graduate assistantship experience may be considered)
• CPR/AED and First Aid certification (or ability to obtain within a specified timeframe)

Preferred Education and Experience

• Masters degree in higher education student affairs recreation or related field
• Experience with outdoor programming or trip leadership
• Experience in facility operations
• Experience in campus recreation or student engagement programming

Additional Requirements

• Must be authorized to work in the United States
• Successful completion of a background check
• Possess a Valid Drivers License

Work authorization/security clearance requirements

Must be authorized to work in the United States. Pre-employment criminal background checks.

Affirmative Action/EEO statement

Randolph College is an equal opportunity employer . We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race color religion gender sexual orientation sex (including pregnancy) gender identity gender expression sexual orientation national origin age disability genetic information marital status veteran status political beliefs or any other classification protected by applicable law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including but not limited to hiring promotion termination placement transfer layoff recall compensation and training.

Other duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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