Manager of Athletic Services
Summary
- Job Category:
- Recreational
- Job Title:
- Manager of Athletic Services
- Job Category Definition:
- Responsibilities of this specialty include all aspects of the coordination of athletic and recreational programs and facilities serving both internal University and external user groups. These functions will include the systematic management of all administrative and operational needs associated with program development and implementation and/or the maintenance of facilities, fields and equipment; management and organization of human resource responsibilities; comprehensive development of financial plans and budget(s) in accordance with University budgetary guidelines; adherence to established safety policies and procedures and formulation and/or adaptation of new policies when appropriate; and the development and facilitation of promotional strategies through the use of all types of media and technology.
- Job Title Definition:
- The Manager of Athletic Services oversees the supervision of, and provides leadership to, the employees of athletic (recreational, athletic training, and strength training and conditioning) facilities and programs in order to sustain Departmental mission and achieve goals; fosters the growth and development of employees through selection, training, supervision, support, and evaluation of full and part-time union and non-union employees and responsible for maintaining a positive work environment; collaborates with Risk Management to ensure adherence to University and Athletic safety policies and procedures and develops new policies as the needs of facilities and programs change at a University level or in accordance with national governing bodies; oversees all aspects of Athletic compliance including the maintenance of appropriate certifications, familiarity with regulations, maintaining documentation, keeping current with requirements, and ensuring that employees conform to appropriate practices; develops a budget(s) and/or establishes reporting systems, and may act as a budget administrator; creates expenditure proposals, approves purchases, and seeks new sources of revenue; researches and recommends capital improvements and serves on athletic/recreational facility development and/or other University committees; champions project development, new ventures, and innovative endeavors for the benefit of the organization; projects equipment needs and may approve substantial alterations to current and future equipment inventory; establishes a vision for the direction of athletic/recreational activities and programs and the subsequent marketing plan(s) and may set timelines and budgets for advertising and may approve media materials; facilitates public speaking events and may represent the Athletic Department when dealing with independent contractors, law enforcement, and/or other outside agencies; duties associated with coaching a team including any business and/or logistical operations necessary for the team’s existence and success. Duties are performed at various levels within the defined title.
- Working Conditions:
- Specific physical requirements and effort are outlined in Job Responsibilities Worksheet (list of essential job duties and responsibilities specific to a particular job at the unit level) in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA).
- Other Requirements:
- May Require: BOC Certified Athletic Trainer; PA State Licensed Athletic Trainer (or eligible); Certified Health Care Provider (CPR/AED)
Levels
Level 2
| Job Code | Salary Band | FLSA Status |
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| ATRC9002 | I | Exempt |
Level 2 positions typically demonstrate intermediate planning, organizing, directing, and facilitating skills along with intermediate knowledge of employment regulations, policies, and procedures necessary to perform assigned managerial/supervisory tasks; define work objectives, plans, priorities and deadlines and delegate routine tasks appropriately; review completed work of others to verify technical soundness and adherence to deadlines; coach, mentor, and motivate staff in a fair and consistent manner to achieve goals; coach employees on practices that promote the value of diversity, safety, and environmental consciousness in the workplace; demonstrate intermediate ability to communicate using more complex terms relevant to specific discipline; develop creative recommendations for solving problems that are varied and somewhat difficult in nature but with limited scope; identify and implement changes/improvements to quality improvement processes, procedures, policies, and plans; supervise staff and coordinate activities to ensure successful completion of tasks.
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4+ years related experience Bachelor's Degree or higher Or an equivalent combination of education and experience May require the following Certifications, Registrations or Licensure: BOC Certified Athletic Trainer; PA State Licensed Athletic Trainer (or eligible); Certified Health Care Provider (CPR/AED) |
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This profile is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty that will be required of positions in this job title and should not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under his/her supervision. The use of a particular expression or illustration describing duties should not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of a similar kind or level of difficulty.
Level 3
| Job Code | Salary Band | FLSA Status |
|---|---|---|
| ATRC9003 | J | Exempt |
Level 3 positions typically demonstrate proficient ability in work design, project management, financial planning and development of goals for accomplishing difficult unit assignments; demonstrate awareness of emerging trends, and changes in employment regulations, policies and procedures to proactively address issues; review completed work of others for conformity to policy, and effectiveness of approach; delegate more advanced tasks to others; facilitate optimal group dynamics and evaluate employee performance on difficult work assignments and recommend appropriate developmental opportunities; develop and implement practices that promote a culture of diversity, safety, and environmental consciousness and that is conducive to effective relationships among diverse groups of employees; use diplomacy and advanced communication skills in unstructured settings; modify, adapt, or refine guidelines, if necessary, to resolve issues or problems; develop, evaluate, enhance, and/or implement quality improvement practices, processes, procedures, or policies that have an impact on unit operations.
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6+ years related experience Bachelor's Degree or higher Or an equivalent combination of education and experience May require the following Certifications, Registrations or Licensure: BOC Certified Athletic Trainer; PA State Licensed Athletic Trainer (or eligible); Certified Health Care Provider (CPR/AED) |
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This profile is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty that will be required of positions in this job title and should not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under his/her supervision. The use of a particular expression or illustration describing duties should not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of a similar kind or level of difficulty.
Level 4
| Job Code | Salary Band | FLSA Status |
|---|---|---|
| ATRC9004 | K | Exempt |
Level 4 positions typically demonstrate advanced skills in budget management, business development, communications, and leadership and execution of objectives critical to unit's success; provide detailed plans for changes to specific policies and procedures that may result from trends and changes in overall direction of functional and/or organizational responsibilities; monitor completed work of others to ensure soundness of approach, effectiveness in meeting requirements, the feasibility of recommendations and adherences to requirements; evaluate and enhance practices that promote a strong commitment to inclusionary practices which support diversity, safety, and environmental consciousness throughout the University; demonstrate diplomacy in persuading and influencing a variety of people to achieve results; resolve complex, controversial or unprecedented issues and problems, and demonstrate sound judgment by considering values, risks, impact and implications of actions throughout organization; set clear expectations and hold management team accountable for effectively coaching, mentoring and motivating their respective staffs; develop, evaluate, enhance, and/or implement quality improvement practices, processes, procedures, or policies that have an impact on University operations.
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8+ years related experience Bachelor’s Degree or higher; Master's Degree preferred Or an equivalent combination of education and experience May require the following Certifications, Registrations or Licensure: BOC Certified Athletic Trainer; PA State Licensed Athletic Trainer (or eligible); Certified Health Care Provider (CPR/AED) |
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This profile is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty that will be required of positions in this job title and should not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under his/her supervision. The use of a particular expression or illustration describing duties should not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of a similar kind or level of difficulty.