Director, Campus Recreation and Fitness

Job TitleDirector, Campus Recreation and Fitness Agency Texas A&M University - Victoria Department Health & Wellness Center Proposed Minimum SalaryCommensurate Job LocationVictoria, Texas Job TypeStaff Job Description Essential Duties & Responsibilities Administration & Strategic Planning Provides leadership, direction, and long-range planning for Health & Wellness (Fitness Center) operations in alignment with institutional goals. Establishes short- and long-term objectives, operational priorities, and performance measures for fitness and intramural programs. Evaluates programs, services, and facilities to ensure effectiveness, efficiency, and continuous improvement. Prepares reports, analyses, and recommendations for University leadership. Fitness, Exercise, & Intramural Programming Oversees the development, scheduling, and assessment of group exercise classes, personal training services, and fitness programs. Directs intramural and recreational sports programs, including league structure, scheduling, officiating, and participant engagement. Ensures programming accommodates varying fitness levels and promotes broad student participation. Coordinates special events, tournaments, and campus-wide recreational initiatives. Facility Operations & Equipment Management Oversees daily operations of the fitness center, including space utilization, hours of operation, and program logistics. Manages the selection, acquisition, maintenance, and replacement of fitness equipment. Ensures facilities and equipment meet safety standards and operational best practices. Fiscal Management Develops and administers the departmental budget in accordance with University fiscal policies. Monitors expenditures, revenue, and participation data to ensure responsible resource allocation. Identifies opportunities for partnerships, and cost-effective enhancements. Risk Management & Compliance Ensures compliance with University policies, TAMU System regulations, and applicable safety and risk management standards. Develops, implements, and enforces policies and procedures related to fitness and intramural operations. Oversees emergency procedures, staff training, and incident reporting to reduce risk and liability. Personnel Management Recruits, hires, trains, supervises, and evaluates professional staff, fitness instructors, intramural coordinators, and student employees. Establishes work schedules, assigns duties, and ensures appropriate staffing levels. Promotes staff development, accountability, and high standards of customer service. Campus Collaboration & Outreach Serves as a liaison with campus partners including Student Affairs, Academic departments, Athletics, Residence Life, and student organizations. Promotes Health & Wellness (Fitness Center) programs through outreach, marketing, and campus engagement efforts. Represents the department on committees, at meetings, and at professional conferences as appropriate. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Sports Management, Health Promotion, Higher Education Administration, or a related field. Five (5) to seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience in fitness, recreation, or intramural sports administration. Demonstrated experience managing facilities, programs, budgets, and staff. Preferred Qualifications Master’s degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Sports Management, Health Promotion, Higher Education Administration, or a related field. Experience in a higher education setting. Supervisory experience overseeing professional and student staff. Professional certifications related to fitness, recreation, or facility operations Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Knowledge of fitness center operations, group exercise programming, and intramural sports administration. Knowledge of risk management, safety standards, and operational policies related to recreational facilities. Strong organizational, leadership, and interpersonal skills. Ability to manage budgets, analyze participation data, and prepare reports. Ability to work collaboratively with campus constituencies. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Please provide your (1) Letter of interest, (2) Resume, and (3) References as one PDF document. Salary range for this position: $60,000-$70,000 All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check. Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer. The Texas A&M University System is one of the largest systems of higher education in the nation, with a statewide network of twelve universities, eight state agencies, a comprehensive health science center, Texas A&M-Fort Worth and Texas A&M-RELLIS. The A&M System is committed to providing an educational and work environment that is conducive to the personal and professional development of each employee. Each member institution provides equal opportunity and access to all students, employees and prospective employees. External Applicants - Applicants not currently employed by a Texas A&M System member may Search Postings and apply for positions within one or more A&M System members by selecting the job posting. Internal Applicants - This site lists job postings throughout The Texas A&M University System. It is intended for applicants not currently employed by a member of the system. Current employees should apply for jobs on the Internal Career site. The Texas A&M System is an Equal Opportunity/ Veterans/ Disability Employer.

Salary : $60,000 - $70,000