Associate Director of Wellness and Recreation for Programming

About Us

Since our founding in 2005, Georgia Gwinnett College (GGC) has been dedicated to providing an exceptional educational experience to our students. At GGC, we believe that our students success is our success, and we are committed to creating a culture that supports and uplifts them throughout their academic journey.

As a member of our faculty or staff, you will become part of a dedicated and passionate community of educators and professionals. Together, we work towards a common goal of empowering our students to achieve their full potential, both academically and personally. We take pride in our student body, which represents a multitude of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. Whether you are involved in teaching or providing essential services, your contribution will make a significant impact on the lives of our students and the broader community.

In addition to our commitment to student success, we also value the well-being and professional growth of our employees. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, designed to support the needs of our faculty and staff. From competitive compensation to health and wellness programs, and professional development opportunities to work-life balance initiatives, we strive to create an environment where everyone can thrive and feel valued.

Located in the thriving community of Gwinnett County, GGC offers a rich cultural and social landscape that enhances the overall college experience. Our backdrop is a beautiful, modern 260-acre campus located just 30 miles northeast of downtown Atlanta. Our students and employees benefit from the close proximity to various local amenities, including shopping, dining, entertainment, and outdoor recreational opportunities. This vibrant community serves as an extension of our campus, providing a stimulating environment for personal and professional growth.

Join GGC and become part of a dynamic team that plays a pivotal role in shaping the lives and celebrating the achievements of our students. Together, lets make a positive impact and empower the next generation of leaders.

Job Summary

Reporting to the Director of Wellness and Recreation, the Associate Director of Wellness and Recreation assists with the overall leadership, administration, strategic planning, assessment, and daily operations of the department. The position serves as the departments secondary administrator and provides leadership for wellness programming, health promotion initiatives, outdoor adventures, special events, collaborative campus programming, and the management and operation of Wellness and Recreation facilities, including the Wellness and Recreation Center and the third-floor fitness area in the Convocation Center. The Associate Director supervises assigned professional and student staff, manages assigned budgets, contracts, assessment activities, campus partnerships, and facility operations while supporting departmental continuity. The Associate Director serves on behalf of the Director as assigned.

This position is designated as Campus Security Authority (CSA) and is responsible for reporting crimes and other incidents to the Clery Act Compliance Officer for inclusion in the Annual Campus Security Report in accordance with the Federal Clery Act and GGC policy.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Director with the overall leadership, administration, strategic planning, and daily operation of the Department of Wellness and Recreation. Serve as the departments secondary administrator and represent the department in the Directors absence as assigned. Assist with departmental strategic initiatives, annual goals, reports, and institutional assessment requirements. Represent the department on institutional committees and with professional organizations as assigned.
• Supervise, train, mentor, professionally develop, and evaluate assigned full-time personnel and student employees. Promote student leadership development and professional growth opportunities for departmental student employees.
• Provide leadership for wellness programming, health promotion initiatives, outdoor adventures, departmental special events, and other assigned recreation programs. Develop and implement a comprehensive year-round wellness and recreation programming calendar that supports student engagement, health, wellbeing, and success. Develop and implement collaborative programming opportunities and partnerships across campus and with community organizations.
• Manage and support the daily operation of Wellness and Recreation facilities, including the Wellness and Recreation Center and the third-floor fitness area in the Convocation Center, to ensure safe, effective, and welcoming environments for students and the campus community. Coordinate facility operations, staffing, scheduling, space utilization, equipment needs, maintenance requests, and operational procedures for assigned Wellness and Recreation facilities. Collaborate with appropriate campus departments to address facility maintenance, safety, access, repairs, and operational needs.
• Manage assigned student fee budget allocations and operational budgets and assist with responsible stewardship of departmental resources. Oversee purchasing activities, contract administration, vendor relationships, and procurement processes for assigned functional areas.
• Develop, review, and maintain departmental policies, procedures, operational manuals, and risk management practices. Assist with emergency planning, risk management, operational continuity, and response to facility, staff, and student needs. Ensure assigned programs, facilities, and operations comply with University System of Georgia policies, GGC procedures, Clery Act requirements, and applicable professional standards.
• Develop, review, and maintain departmental policies, procedures, operational manuals, and risk management practices. Assist with emergency planning, risk management, operational continuity, and response to facility, staff, and student needs. Ensure assigned programs, facilities, and operations comply with University System of Georgia policies, GGC procedures, Clery Act requirements, and applicable professional standards.
• Manage and make recommendations based on assessment data, participation metrics, learning outcomes, and customer feedback to support continuous improvement.
• Support the management, scheduling, and staffing of departmental special events and assigned recreation spaces. Support departmental marketing, communications, and outreach initiatives to increase awareness and participation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• 4 Year / Bachelors Degree in a related field
• 6+ years of relevant experience
• 3+ years of supervisory experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Masters degree in a related field.
• Experience with administration and assessment of collegiate recreation, wellness, facility operations, or related student services.
• Experience managing collegiate recreation or fitness facilities, including staffing, scheduling, equipment, maintenance coordination, safety, and space utilization.
• Experience developing and implementing holistic wellness and health promotion initiatives.
• Successful track record of professional and student staff development and management.
• Experience with budget administration, purchasing, contracts, and vendor management.
• Experience developing collaborative partnerships across a college or university.
• Industry membership and involvement through relevant professional organizations such as NIRSA.
• CPR, First Aid, and AED certification.

Proposed Salary

56,800 - 71,000

Salary offer will be dependent on candidates experience and qualifications, internal equity considerations, budget availability, and salary administration guidelines.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Demonstrated leadership, organizational management, and staff development skills.
• Knowledge of collegiate recreation and fitness facility operations, including safety, staffing, scheduling, equipment management, maintenance coordination, and space utilization.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative collegiate environment.
• Knowledge of assessment practices and data-informed continuous improvement.
• Knowledge of budget administration, purchasing, contracts, and vendor management.
• Knowledge of risk management principles applicable to collegiate wellness and recreation.
• Effective organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to communicate effectively in written, verbal, and oral form.
• Working knowledge of computers and software used for communication, reporting, scheduling, and recreation management.
• Knowledge of CAS standards and higher education policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of NIRSA and other relevant professional best practices.

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Conditions of Employment

Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the United States and proof of eligibility will be contemporaneously required upon acceptance of an employment offer. Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Georgia Gwinnett College (GGC). Eligibility of employment is determined by GGC in its sole discretion, and includes but is not limited to confirmation of credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.

Offers are subject to the applicable federal laws, state laws, statutes, rules and regulations of this institution, and to the bylaws and policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Georgia Gwinnett College is an equal employment, equal access, and equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of Georgia Gwinnett College to recruit, hire, train, and promote persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws (including Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Sections 503, and 504, ADEA, ADA, E.O. 11246, and Rev. Proc. 75-50).

For individuals requiring disability-related accommodations for participation in any event including the application, interview process, or to obtain print materials in an alternative format, please contact HR at (678) 407.5746 or email hr@ggc.edu.

Background Check

• Position of Trust + Education

Other Information

Due to the volume of applications, applicants may not receive a reply from the College unless an applicant is selected for an interview. Review of applications will continue until positions are filled. Georgia is an open records state.