Director, Athletics & Recreation
Loyalist College
Belleville, ON
Ranked one of Canada’s top 50 research colleges, Loyalist College empowers students, faculty, staff, and partners through experiential, industry cluster-based education, training and applied research programs. As Ontario’s Destination College, Loyalist is located on more than 200 acres in the beautiful Bay of Quinte region, and is perfectly positioned between Toronto, Ottawa, and Montreal. The College offers more than 70 full-time diploma, certificate, and apprenticeship programs in biosciences, building sciences, business, community service, health and wellness, media studies, public safety, and skilled trades.
Loyalist College is located on the territory of the Huron-Wendat, the Anishnaabeg, and the Haudenosaunee people. We acknowledge our shared obligation to respect, honour, and sustain these lands and the natural resources contained within.
Now, on behalf of Loyalist College, we are seeking a Director, Athletics & Recreation. Reporting to the Vice-President, Students, the Director is responsible for facilitating the operations and developing the programming for all Varsity Athletics, Recreation and Fitness. The purpose of the position is to broaden the student educational experience through the development of quality extracurricular opportunities relating to active lifestyle and the benefits of same. The Director implements these activities to maximize participation and help integrate students into the broader life of the institution. The Director is accountable for leadership, planning, forecasting, direction and management of human resources in the Department of Athletics & Recreation related to all staff, student staff and coaches. To be successful in this position, hours of work will include weekend and evening work throughout the year.
In a world obsessed with big, we are small. And, small gives us the power to do big things! If this resonates with you, we look forward to your application.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Oversees the design and implementation of intercollegiate and extracurricular activities collaborating with students, student athletes, student leaders, staff, and alumni. Daily operations include overseeing the administration, staffing, and planning of these activities throughout the year
- Oversees the daily operation of the college Fitness Centre including administration, staffing and planning.
- Responsible, in conjunction with the Facilities and Executive teams, for planning and development of new facilities and the renovation of current athletic facilities to ensure the department operates within the industry standards.
- Responsible for the design and delivery of sports and recreational camp programming
- Plans, organizes and directs departmental activities; develops goals and objectives; establishes and implements policies and procedures for departmental operations; develops new and improves existing programs which will meet student needs; reviews departmental performance and implements changes as required to improve services and ensure that regulatory requirements are met; evaluates all reporting methods of department and researches, introduces and demonstrates new techniques and equipment to staff
- Develops and implements leadership opportunities and training for varsity athletes.
- Ensures compliance with all relevant provincial and national sports association policies and requirements.
- Develops and implements varsity scholarship programs while adhering to College, Provincial, and National policies.
- Fosters new relationships and strengthens existing ones across the College and in the broader community by hosting major athletics and recreation events, and partnering with community sports and services organizations across the region and the province.
- Prepares, allocates, and monitors all facets of the departmental budget. This includes the development of short and long term forecasts and building revenue strategies to accommodate the diverse needs of the students and community participants. Also, the Director develops cost efficient strategies for new and existing programs and prepares budgets and budget reports.
- Oversees all risk management aspects of all College based athletic and recreational activities, including overseeing and implementing concussion protocol practices established at the Provincial and National level.
- Responsible for monitoring and advising college varsity athletes to ensure that these students are fully supported to be successful in their studies.
IDEAL CANDIDATE SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
- 4 Year degree in Sports Administration/Management, Recreation Leadership or equivalent.
- Minimum of seven (7) years of relevant progressive experience managing sports programs, including planning, development, operations, budget, and administration in a post-secondary environment.
- Leadership Training/Coaching Certification.
- Sound understanding of the Ontario College System, Loyalist College, Canadian College Athletic Association (CCAA) and Ontario College Athletic Association (OCAA) and relevant programs.
- Demonstrated success in collaborative management/leadership, strategic planning, and innovation, and in managing change initiatives and risk management.
- Demonstrated leadership success in a diverse and inclusive environment.
- Successful/experience working in a unionized environment would be a significant asset.
- Demonstrated experience in conflict resolution/mediation
If you are intrigued and invigorated by the details of this opportunity to bring your experience to a key role with Loyalist College, we would love to have a conversation.
To express interest in this opportunity please apply online by clicking: https://meridiarecruitment.ca/Career/16959
For more information about this exciting opportunity please contact Natalie Lagace, Recruitment Specialist, at nlagace@kbrs.ca or Mark Gillis, Partner, at mgillis@kbrs.ca. If you require accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please let Mark know.
Please note: Following an offer of employment, candidates with Canadian credentials will be required to provide official transcripts from the granting educational institution(s); candidates with international credentials must provide World Education Services (WES) www.wes.org/ca evaluation (at their own cost) confirming Canadian equivalency of their credentials.
Loyalist is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive college community. We encourage and welcome applications from marginalized and equity seeking groups. Loyalist College and Meridia Recruitment is committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If you have accommodation needs, please inform us as soon as possible by sending an email to Natalie Lagace, Recruitment Specialist, at nlagace@kbrs.ca or Mark Gillis, Partner, at mgillis@kbrs.ca.
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