Student Life and Activities Coordinator

JOB PURPOSE:

Plans, promotes and coordinates student recreational activities for students at all Navajo Technical University campus and sites.

This position description indicates in general the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, and abilities. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required or assigned to this position.

JOB DUTIESRESPONSIBILITIES:

• Serves as advisor to Student Senate and chartered clubs; evaluates student proposals, makes alternative suggestions, and assists with implementation of student clubs/organizations.
• Plans, organizes, and oversees the implementation of recreational activities, ensuring compliance with operational and policy requirements, and with appropriate federal, state, and local regulations, guidelines, and standards.
• Assists in coordinating, scheduling, and monitoring the operation and maintenance of the NTU Wellness Center; adheres to risk management policies and procedures.
• Guides, coordinates, and assists participants engaged in recreational activities regarding program policies and provisions, activity procedures and techniques, and facilities and equipment usage.
• Assists in the implementation and development of sports and recreational programs and initiatives that enhance students experience at NTU.
• Assists in planning the Student Life Activities budget. Receives, monitors, and controls expenditures in keeping with, current financial reports. Initiates requisitions for expenditures for events, equipment and supplies, within budget limits.
• Represents the recreational program in meetings and conferences.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISION RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supervision of temporary employees, to include student employees.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:

• Associate Degree in Health, Physical Education, Recreation or related field.
• Three years of experience working with students in recreational and other activities.
• Valid state driver's license.
• Must be able to pass background check, with NO prior convictions of any felonies.

The Navajo Nation Preference in Employment Act applies to all hiring, promotions or transfers of individuals into this position.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY REQUIREMENTS:

• Knowledge of recreational principles and objectives.
• Knowledge of supplies, equipment and services with ordering and inventory control.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards, safe working practices, and safety precautions.
• Knowledge of potential sports injuries, must be capable of basic first-aid treatment.
• Skill and competency in relevant field of outdoor and/or recreational expertise.
• Skill in operating business computers and office machines, including in a Windows environment, specifically Word, Excel, Access, and presentation software (such as PowerPoint).
• Ability to gather data, compile information and prepare reports.
• Ability to manage and coordinate recreational, competitive or special programs/events.
• Ability to operate and maintain recreational equipment and facilities in area of specialty.
• Ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures, as well as other policies and procedures.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and handles emergency situations well.
• Ability to plan, organize, implement and promote programs and events.
• Ability to establish and maintain professional relationships with individuals of varying social and cultural backgrounds and with co-workers at all levels.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality per FERPA.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Ability to communicate effectively in the Navajo and English language.
• Ability to collaborate and work as a team member in a structured working environment.
• Ability to work evening, weekend, and flexible hours as required.
• Attain certification for CPR, First-Aid, and Food Handlers Permit.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be required to conduct physical activities – running, walking, hiking.
• Use hands for dexterity of motion, repetitive movement of both hands.
• Have normal auditory, visual acuity, and verbal communications skills.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Employee may be required to sit for prolonged period of time while driving to and from activities.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Work is performed in an office setting and in outside environments with moderate to high noise levels.
• Moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises.
• Work environment involves exposure to hazards or physical risks, and requires following basic safety precautions.
• Work may be stressful at times.
• Work may be seasonal based on program.
• Travel is required.
• Tight time constraints and multiple demands are common.
• Evening and/or weekend work hours. Extended hours and irregular shifts (flex hours) may be required.