Assistant Director, Operations and Staff Development

Category:: ProfessionalSubscribe::Department:: Campus RecreationLocations:: Binghamton, NYPosted:: May 27, 2026Closes:: Open Until FilledType:: Full-timeRef. No.:: 49792Position ID:: 200782About Binghamton UniversityBinghamton University is a premier public R1 research institution in the State University of New York (SUNY) system that unites more than 130 broadly interdisciplinary educational programs with some of the most vibrant research in the nation. Our unique character - shaped by our mission, outstanding academics, facilities, and community life - promotes extraordinary student success, research, and service; Binghamton University is where our students, faculty and staff thrive.Working at Binghamton University is more than about having a great job - it is about having the opportunity to flourish in an exciting, engaging environment. Our faculty and staff appreciate Binghamton's collegial and inclusive culture and its commitment to excellence, education, innovation and civic engagement. Our diverse campus community contributes to our success.Binghamton merges rigorous academics, distinguished faculty who value cutting-edge, and community-engaged research, teaching and service, exceptional staff, and ultramodern facilities to engage and challenge its 18,000+ students. Our high-achieving student body represents diverse experiences from first-generation college-goers to international students. Beyond their talent, these classmates share a desire to shape the future through technology, insight, intellectual exploration, and community service.We are an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, and in keeping with this commitment, we welcome all to apply, including veterans and persons with disabilities.Job DescriptionBudget Title: Senior Staff Assistant (SL-3)Salary: $57,200 - $60,000Campus Recreational Services (CRS) offers multi-faceted programs that are designed to encourage positive lifestyle choices and promote lifelong learning through both wellness and physical activity. The department manages the Recreation Center at the East Gym and operates the following program areas: Fitness, Open Recreation, Aquatics, Intramural Sports, Club Sports, Outdoor Pursuits and Wellness Services. Through these programs the department serves approximately 80% of undergraduate students, as well as graduate students, faculty & staff, alumni, university affiliates and community members. We recently broke ground on a 75,000 sq. ft. expansion which is scheduled to open in the summer of 2026. Expansion plans include increased fitness space, four additional multi-use courts, three wood courts and an indoor elevated track.The position reports to the Associate Director. In coordination with the Associate Director the Assistant Director of Operations and Staff Development is responsible for providing professional expertise to the day-to-day operations of the East Gym Recreation Center. This position will provide oversight and direction to the Member Service Staff and Building Managers. A strong focus will be on facility oversight, member services, student staff hiring, training, coaching, and evaluation.Facility ManagementDevelop and monitor facility operations, open recreation and aquatics budgetsDirect the daily operations of the front desk including managing building access for members and participantsAssist supervisor with the daily operations of the East Gym including monitoring the maintenance of all areas and equipmentSupport staff in managing customer service issues related to the facilityCollaborate with student and professional staff with the coordination of special events and facility rentals in the East GymSupervise the locker and laundry operationsCollect and compile department utilization statisticsManage the equipment inventory including regular inspection of supplies and inventoryPersonnel ManagementSupervise the Program Coordinator for AquaticsSupervise the Program Coordinator for Facilities and EventsProvide daily supervision of the facility operations staff (building supervisors and front desk attendants) ensuring the facility is fully staffed during open hoursSupervise the Graduate Assistant for Facility OperationsInterview, hire, schedule, train and evaluate student staffAssist with the Wellness Services operationsPlan and conduct student staff in-service trainings and meetingsPlan fall and spring student staff trainings for the departmentCollaborate with campus partners identify learning and development opportunities for student staffCoordinate the Graduate Assistant recruiting, hiring and placement process for the department including managing the human recourse processes.Monitor student and professional staff American Red Cross certifications are up to dateRisk ManagementRespond to patron inquiries, follow-up and monitor incident and accident reportsMonitor the completion of facility pre-activity checklists and monthly facility checksTrain student staff in emergency action procedures, prepare emergency plans and facilitate regular spot checksObtain American Red Cross instructor certification and instruct trainings as neededOtherServe as Essential Employee during inclement weatherParticipate in all departmental trainings, retreats and meetingsServe on division and department committees as assignedSome evening and weekend hours will be requiredRequirementsBachelor's Degree in Education, Recreation Management or related fieldAt least 2 years of relevant experience, including supervision of student staffPreferredMaster's Degree in Higher Education, Recreation Management or related fieldAt least five years of relevant experience. Employment as a graduate assistant will be considered in the five years of experience.Experience in student development and hiring, managing, scheduling and training student staffExperience in a university, community, or commercial fitness and recreation centerVisa sponsorship is not available for this position. If you currently need sponsorship or will need it in the future to maintain employment authorization, you do not meet eligibility requirements. Additionally, please note that Binghamton University is not an E-Verify employer.Additional InformationOffers of employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment background check and verification of degree(s) and credentialsBinghamton University is a tobacco-free campus.Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Governor's Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at info@goer.ny.govPayroll information can be found on our website https://www.binghamton.edu/offices/human-resources/payroll/Cover letters may be addressed "To the Search Committee."Postings active on the website, accept applications until closure.For Information On The Dual Career Program, Please Visithttps://www.binghamton.edu/offices/human-resources/prospective/dual-career/index.htmlEqual Opportunity/Affirmative Action EmployerThe State University of New York is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. It is the policy of Binghamton University to provide for and promote equal opportunity employment, compensation, and other terms and conditions of employment without discrimination on the basis of age, race, color, religion, disability, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, veteran or military service member status, marital status, domestic violence victim status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, or arrest and/or criminal conviction record unless based upon a bona fide occupational qualification or other exception.As required by Title IX and its implementing regulations Binghamton University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the educational programs and activities which it operates. This requirement extends to employment and admission. Inquiries about sex discrimination may be directed to the University Title IX Coordinator or directly to the Office of Civil Rights (OCR). Contact information for the Title IX Coordinator and OCR, as well as the University's complete Non-Discrimination Notice may be found here.Binghamton University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact the ADA Coordinator by completing the Reasonable Accommodation Request Form.Application InstructionsAll applicants must apply via Interview Exchange: http://binghamton.interviewexchange.com/candapply.jsp?JOBID=200782Deadline For Internal ApplicantsDeadline for External Applicants: Open until filledReview of applications will begin immediately and continue until the vacancy is filled.Please SubmitResume,Cover letter, andContact information for three professional referencesYou may add additional files/documents after uploading your resume. 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