Administrator, Recreation Technology & Systems
Auburn University
Auburn University, Alabama
Recreation and Wellness at Auburn University is excited to begin the search for a Recreation Technology & Systems Administrator! This individual provides planning, implementation, and management of technology systems with Recreation and Wellness. This position supports both software and hardware operations across facilities, programs, and services, ensuring seamless integration, functionality, and innovation in support of departmental goals
Responsibilities:- Develops, maintains, and troubleshoots complex facility operations systems, including facility hardware, operating systems, A/V setups, fitness equipment technologies, and departmental software platforms. Oversees integrations with platforms such as Innosoft Fusion and other recreation management systems.
- Provides individual and group instruction on the use of departmental technologies. Creates and maintains standard operations procedures and training materials for staff.
- Researches, evaluates, and recommends new technologies to enhance departmental operations. Coordinates with vendors and internal partners for procurement, implementation, and lifecycle management of technology assets.
- Manages A/V needs for events and facilities, including setup and troubleshooting. Monitors and maintains inventory of computers, mobile devices, time clocks, turnstiles, scoreboards, and other technology assets.
- Participates in budget planning and monitors technology-related expenditures. Collaborates with internal teams and external consultants to align technology initiatives with departmental strategy.
- Bachelor's Degree with no specific discipline and 5 years of experience in relevant technologies. OR
- Master's Degree with no specific discipline and 3 years of experience in relevant technologies.
- Strong customer service skills, proficiency in hardware/software troubleshooting, ability to manage multiple projects and vendors, familiarity with A/V systems, fitness technology, and enterprise platforms.
- Life-Changing Impact: Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.
- Culture of Excellence:We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.
- We’re Here for You:Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.
- Sweet Home Alabama:The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.
- A Place for Everyone: Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.
- Ready to lead and shape the future of higher education? Apply today! War Eagle!
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About the Company
Auburn University
The main campus had an enrollment during fall of 2007 of 24,137. Auburn University offers degrees in 13 schools and colleges at the undergraduate, graduate and professional levels.
Auburn University is known not only for its academic excellence, but for its impact on Alabama as well. A recent study determined AU had nearly $ 4 billion economic impact on the state of Alabama, including a $ 1.5 billion impact on the economy and a $ 2.4 billion impact in "human capital." AU's Technical Assistance Center, a collaborative Engineering / Business outreach unit, performs hundreds of projects annually for state industry, generating millions of dollars in increased efficiencies and saving or creating hundreds of jobs statewide.
Auburn University has developed into one of the largest universities in the South, remaining in the educational forefront with its traditional blend of arts and applied science, and changing with the needs of today while living with a respect for the traditions and spirit that are Auburn.