Position Summary:

The mission of Campus Recreation is to enhance the quality of life of our unique members by educating and encouraging the active participation in recreational opportunities that develop leadership skills, foster social interaction and reinforce healthy behaviors.

This position is responsible for the daily operation of assigned Adventure Program activities.  The Adventure program includes team building, trips, equipment rental and climbing wall activities with special events occurring for both areas.  This position is primary focused on the team building and trip program areas, but will participate in equipment rental and climbing wall activities as assigned.  The position is responsible for training and mentoring a large number of students and may supervise up to 2 graduate assistants.  The position has program and policy development expectations and is a member as part of the Campus Recreation leadership team.

Required Qualifications

1.  Bachelor’s Degree in Recreation, Physical Education, Sport Management or appropriate related field.

2. Two (2) years (24   months) of experience in the promotion, design, development, and administration of recreational programs*

*Note:    An advanced degree (Master’s or higher) in Kinesiology, Physical Education, Exercise Science, or closely related field may substitute in meeting the qualifications in number 1 and count for one year of experience in number 2 above.

3. If this position is Security Sensitive or if you are subject to a criminal background investigation based on University policy, employment is contingent upon you passing a satisfactory criminal background investigation. You may not begin work until the criminal background investigation results have been received and cleared by Human Resources.

**Master’s degree will count towards experience if earned prior to start date. Applicant will be required to provide transcripts at that time (may be unofficial).

Desired Qualifications

1. Master’s degree preferred.

2. Familiarity with a broad range of outdoor equipment and the ability to maintain equipment inventory including procurement and rental operations.

3. Demonstrated experience successfully managing/facilitating a low and high ropes challenge course and/or indoor climbing and bouldering wall.

4. Familiarity with inspecting facility for risk management or maintenance concerns and resolving problems independently prior to activity.

5. Current membership/involvement in one or more of the following professional organizations: ACCT, AEE, AMGA, AORE, NOLS, NIRSA, etc.

6. Demonstrated experience in the training and supervision of student employees and volunteers to accomplish program operations.

7. Valid driver’s license and/or ability to obtain valid driver’s license.

8. Availability to work flexible shifts, evenings and weekends depending on activities being offered.

9. Ability to communicate proficiently both verbally and in writing.

10. Experience with successful event management and/or coordination.

11. Familiarity and comfort with Fusion or similar software package.

12. Possess American Red Cross CPR/AED/First Aid Instructor certification or must obtain within the first year of employment.

13. Current National Certification or equivalent in one of the following: ACCT Level 1 Challenge Course Practitioner; ACCT Level 2 Challenge Course Practitioner; ACCT Challenge Course Manager; AMGA Climbing Wall Instructor; PCIA Top Rope Climbing Instructor; and/or AMGA Single Pitch Instructor

14. Demonstrated experience using and maintaining a wide range of outdoor equipment as a component of a rental operation.

15. Demonstrated computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite 2010 or equivalent product.

Illinois State University:

Illinois State University, founded in 1857, is the oldest public university in Illinois.  Illinois State is a coeducational, residential university that emphasizes undergraduate study with almost 21,000 students.  Its 34 academic departments in 6 colleges offer 63 undergraduate programs in more than 160 fields of study.  The Graduate School coordinates 38 masters, 2 specialist and 7 doctorial programs.  Illinois State University (www.IllinoisState.edu) is committed to fostering a small-college atmosphere with large-university opportunities and promoting the highest academic standards in teaching, scholarship, and community service. 

Bloomington-Normal Community:

Illinois State University is located in the growing twin cities of Bloomington and Normal, with a population of approximately 125,000 and conveniently located approximately two hours from both Chicago and St. Louis. The community is home to GROWMARK, Illinois Farm Bureau, State Farm Insurance International Headquarters,  Illinois Wesleyan University, Lincoln College, and Heartland Community College. The community has distinguished itself for its outstanding school systems and educational attainment, parks and recreation, health care, job growth, economic opportunity, and low crime. Forbes magazine, in a review of the best places for business, ranked Bloomington-Normal the 15th best place for business out of 168 small metros listed. Bloomington was also recently placed on CNNMoney‘s list of the 100 Best Places to Live.  Expansion Management Magazine rated Bloomington-Normal as one of two metro areas with a five-star quality of life, giving the community high rankings in such areas as standard of living, quality of schools, traffic and commute.  Please visit the Bloomington-Normal Area Convention & Visitors Bureau website at www.bloomingtonnormalcvb.org for more information.