Rochester Institute of Technology

Rochester Institute of Technology

Recreation & Wellness Program Coordinator

Rochester, NY · Junior · Contract

Sponsorship not specified$45k-$65kDetected 14 days ago
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About the role

  • The Program Coordinator supervises adjunct and student staff, evaluates program effectiveness, and ensures alignment with departmental, divisional, and university strategic priorities.
  • This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate and collaborative professional who is committed to student wellbeing, inclusive excellence, and innovative program development.
  • Flexible work arrangements may be available in accordance with university and department guidelines.

Responsibilities

  • This position leads innovative initiatives designed to meet the diverse interests and needs of RIT students while fostering an inclusive and welcoming environment.

Requirements

  • This will be required to ensure your application is processed in a timely manner.
  • Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States.
  • Working with a high degree of autonomy, the successful candidate will provide leadership in program planning, assessment, and collaboration across campus.
  • Evening and weekend hours may be required to support programs and events.

Nice to have

  • Conversational American Sign Language (ASL) skills
  • Creating safe, welcoming, and accessible environments for all participants
  • Delivering exceptional customer service to students, faculty, staff, and visitors
  • Fostering inclusive programming that reflects and celebrates the diversity of the RIT community
  • Essential Duties & Responsibilities
  • Hires, trains, supervises, and mentors student staff to facilitate recreation programs and services
  • Monitors the university's resident community to ensure safety and security.
  • Responds to emergency or urgent situations and coordinates with campus security, emergency services, and university administration as needed

Compensation

  • In compliance with NYS's Pay Transparency Act, the salary range for this position is listed above.
  • $45,000 - $65,000

Benefits

  • Join RIT's Recreation and Wellness team and play a key role in creating a vibrant, engaging, and healthy campus community.
  • The Program Coordinator is responsible for developing, implementing, and assessing a variety of recreation and wellness programs that support student engagement, wellbeing, and personal growth.

Company info

  • To promote healthy lifestyles, social interaction, leadership skills, and sportsmanship by providing comprehensive, inclusive, and high-quality recreation and wellness programs, services, facilities, and employment opportunities.
  • What We Value
  • Promoting health, wellbeing, and lifelong wellness through quality programs and services
  • Developing student and professional staff through leadership and learning opportunities
  • Supporting student growth through employment, engagement, and experiential learning
  • Building collaborative partnerships across campus to advance student success
  • Expanding access to recreation and wellness opportunities through innovative outreach and engagement strategies
  • Through collaboration, innovation, and student-centered programming, RecWell helps create a campus environment where students can thrive academically, socially, and personally.
  • Manages first aid, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), and other safety education programs for student staff, including developing curriculum and training materials
  • Develops, implements, and manages a comprehensive risk management program, including certification requirements, routine audits, emergency action plans, and related documentation
  • Monitors the university's resident community to ensure safety and security. Responds to emergency or urgent situations and coordinates with campus security, emergency services, and university administration as needed
  • Manages payroll, procurement, and monthly reconciliation of department statements
  • Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
  • Knowledge of safety standards, emergency procedures, and risk management strategies related to recreational programs
  • Knowledge of recreational programs, trends, and best practices to meet community needs effectively
  • Skill in communicating and fostering productive working relationships with student workers
  • Skill in multi-tasking, project management, prioritization, and organization
  • Ability to establish inclusive programming that meets the needs of diverse populations
  • Minimum Education & Experience
  • Bachelor's degree in related field
  • 1 years of relevant experience
  • Equivalent combination of experience and education may be considered
  • Job Level Overview

Equal opportunity

  • If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact the Human Resources office at 585-475-2424 or email your request to careers@rit.edu.
  • Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.
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