Assistant Director of Athletics, Recreation

Brown University • Providence, RI

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Brown University Athletics and Recreation is seeking an Assistant Director of Athletics, Recreation to provide leadership and operational oversight for the new Davol Square Recreation Center in Providence, Rhode Island. The position is responsible for overall facility management, including daily operations, staff supervision, recreation and wellness programming, member services, and facility safety. The Assistant Director will establish operational procedures, develop a high-performing team, and help ensure an inclusive, welcoming, and engaging recreation experience for the Brown University community.

Working collaboratively with Athletics and Recreation leadership, the Assistant Director will use data-informed decision-making, industry best practices, and continuous improvement strategies to support the facility’s successful operation and long-term growth. Responsibilities also include contributing to budget planning, expenditure monitoring, revenue management, operational reporting, and departmental planning.

The position is based onsite at Brown University's new Davol Square Recreation Center. Occasional evening and weekend hours may be required to support operations, programming, and special events. The anticipated start date is January 2027. Employment offers are contingent on a background check, and the position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. The role must be performed in compliance with NCAA and Ivy League rules and regulations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Three to five years of progressively responsible experience in athletics, campus recreation, fitness, wellness, or related facility operations.
• Demonstrated experience supervising staff and managing daily operations in a recreation or similar environment.
• Experience coordinating recreational programs, facility operations, and customer service functions.
• Ability to lead, develop, and motivate teams while maintaining clear performance expectations and accountability.
• Strong organizational and operational management skills, including the ability to balance daily demands with longer-term priorities.
• Ability to design, implement, and assess recreational programs and services using data and industry best practices.
• Experience supporting budget development, tracking expenditures, and managing revenue-generating activities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to build collaborative relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Proficiency with recreation and facility management systems, such as Fusion, WhenToWork, DSE, or comparable platforms, and standard office software.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to respond effectively to operational challenges and changing priorities.
• Commitment to fostering an inclusive, welcoming, and service-oriented environment for the university community.
• Successful completion of a criminal, education, and MVR background check is required for employment.
• Employees are required to demonstrate exemplary ethical conduct and conform to NCAA rules and regulations; rules violations on behalf of themselves or known within the division must be reported.
• The position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the Davol Square Recreation Center, ensuring efficient, safe, and effective facility management.
• Develop, implement, and maintain operational policies, procedures, and service standards.
• Coordinate facility schedules, space utilization, equipment maintenance, and operational needs.
• Ensure compliance with university policies, safety protocols, and applicable regulations.
• Collaborate with campus partners to address facility maintenance, security, and operational concerns.
• Recruit, train, supervise, and evaluate full-time, part-time, and student employees assigned to the facility.
• Establish staff schedules, performance expectations, and accountability measures to ensure appropriate operational coverage.
• Foster a positive and collaborative work environment emphasizing professional development, customer service, and employee engagement.
• Provide ongoing coaching and feedback to support staff performance and operational excellence.
• Oversee fitness, wellness, and recreational services that meet the evolving needs of the university community.
• Support membership operations, including customer service, access management, and member engagement.
• Assess program participation, facility utilization, and member feedback to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Collaborate with recreation leadership to develop and implement programming that promotes health, wellness, and community engagement.
• Assist with budget planning, expenditure monitoring, and revenue management for facility operations.
• Use recreation management systems and operational data to evaluate performance and inform decisions.
• Develop reports and recommendations related to staffing, facility utilization, program effectiveness, and operational improvements.
• Contribute to departmental planning and initiatives that advance the mission of Brown University Athletics and Recreation.
• Perform duties in compliance with NCAA and Ivy League rules and regulations, and report known rules violations to the compliance office and appropriate parties.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager