Job Description
Job Profile Summary The Senior Director, Student Recreation Activities provides strategic leadership for Broward College's recreation, intramurals, club sports, and student engagement initiatives. The role oversees multi-campus recreational programming and facilities while coordinating student outreach efforts that ensure students are informed, connected, and actively involved in campus life.
The position strengthens visibility and active participation in Student Life recreation, intramural, and club sports programs through consistent, coordinated outreach and high-quality student information. This position ensures that recreation, engagement, and outreach functions operate efficiently, safely, and in alignment with institutional goals.
Minimum Qualifications - Master's degree in Recreation Management, Sports Management, Higher Education Administration, Student Affairs, or related field.
- Eight years of experience in higher education student life, student recreation or sports.
- An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
- Demonstrated experience in recreation, intramurals, student affairs, or engagement-focused roles.
- Experience overseeing student staff or professional staff and coordinating student-facing initiatives, programs, or information distribution.
- Strong writing and editing abilities with attention to clarity and detail.
- Ability to manage projects, multiple deadlines, and diverse stakeholders.
- Familiarity with design platforms such as Adobe Creative Suite or Canva.
- Experience working in campus recreation or student engagement within higher education.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities Recreation, Intramurals, and Club Sports Leadership - Provide overall leadership and vision for the College's recreation and intramural programs, ensuring a vibrant, accessible, and inclusive set of offerings.
- Develop, launch, and assess new recreational and wellness initiatives based on student interest and participation trends.
- Oversee the creation and administration of club sports, including governance, eligibility, budgeting, staffing, and risk management.
- Manage recreation facility operations, scheduling, staffing coordination, maintenance needs, and safety protocols.
- Ensure compliance with all college, state, and national standards related to recreation, sport clubs, and intramurals.
- Direct multi-campus engagement initiatives that strengthen belonging, retention, and participation in Student Life programs.
- Guide planning and execution of high-impact engagement events, series, tournaments, and co-curricular activities.
- Partner with academic and administrative units to provide engagement opportunities aligned with the student experience.
Student Marketing and Digital Outreach - Ensure that student information posted online, distributed across campuses, or shared by departments is clear, student-friendly, and aligned with divisional priorities.
- Develop and maintain targeted student outreach efforts, including student updates, and digital postings that support participation and retention.
- Produce or oversee the creation of visual materials, digital content, and graphics that support Student Life programs, recreation events, and engagement initiatives.
- Ensure consistency and quality of student-facing materials by using standard design platforms such as Adobe Creative Suite or Canva.
Supervision and Staff Development - By way of shared supervision; 3 full-time Campus Directors and 3 full-time Campus Supervisors.
- Directly supervise part time employees and student employees supporting recreation, engagement, and outreach.
- Provide coaching, training, and ongoing professional development.
- Foster a professional collaborative environment that models high-quality service to students.
Assessment, Budget, and Strategic Planning - Develop and manage budgets for intramurals, recreation, club sports, engagement programs, and outreach functions.
- Conduct ongoing assessment of program participation, student feedback, facility use, and outreach effectiveness.
- Use data to inform decision making and support institutional retention and engagement goals.
Competencies - Student Messaging and Information Delivery: Strong writing, editing, and verbal communication skills with the ability to present information clearly to diverse audiences.
- Leadership: Demonstrated ability to supervise, mentor, and support staff and students.
- Project Management: Skilled at managing multiple programs, timelines, and responsibilities.
- Strategic Alignment: Ability to design initiatives and outreach efforts that support divisional and institutional goals.
- Collaboration: Proven success working across departments and external partners.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in digital tools used for student information, basic analytics, content management, and design platforms.
Working Conditions - Office-based with frequent use of computers and digital tools.
- Evening or weekend hours as needed for major college events or recreational programming.
- Regular travel between campuses required.
Organizational Placement This position is housed within Student Engagement and Success and reports directly to the Associate Vice President of Student Engagement and Success. The Senior Director will serve as the primary leader for campus recreation, intramurals, and club sports, and will collaborate broadly across academic and administrative units.
Our Culture - At Broward College, our leaders embody a culture of competence, care, character, composure, and courage. We prioritize serving each other and our students through high-quality guidance, mutual respect, resilience, and fair, thoughtful decision-making, all while upholding the values of integrity, transparency, and honesty.
Broward College offers an exceptional benefits package, including, but not limited to: - Affordable High Quality Healthcare Insurance (Medical, Dental & Vision)
- Retirement Options - Florida Retirement System (FRS) Pension Plan or the FRS Investment Plan
- Wellness Program
- Vacation/Paid Time Off
- Winter and Spring Break Off
- Paid Parental Leave
- Tuition Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement are available to employees and family members
Job Title Senior Director, Student Recreation Activities
Position Number P0066802
Job Status Full time Regular
Department Student Services - District
Location Central Campus
Pay Grade 212
Salary $77,838 - $89,513 - Salary commensurate with education and experience.
Work Shift Work Schedule Monday - Friday/Weekends/Varies
Hours Per Week 37.5
Posting End Date Open Until Filled
Comments To be considered for this position, a completed online employment application form along with a cover letter, resume and unofficial transcript are required.
Designated Essential Personnel No
FLSA Status Exempt
Position Classification Administrators
Special Instructions to Applicant: For positions requiring a degree, the official transcripts are required upon hire. An unofficial copy of the degree/transcript is acceptable during the application process and must be attached to the online application. If unable to attach the documentation, please email document to jobs@broward.edu or fax to
954-201-7612, stating clearly the
position name(s) and
position number(s) the transcript is to be attached to.
Foreign Transcript: Transcripts issued outside of the United States require a equivalency statement from a certified transcript evaluation service verifying the degree equivalency to that of an accredited institution within the USA. This report must be attached with the application and submitted by the application deadline. All required documentation must be received on or before the job posting end date.
**Please note that multiple documents can be uploaded in the "Resume/CV/Transcript/License/Certification" section of the application **
Please refer to link with the instructions on how to submit an application with multiple documents. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of the required background screening process.
Broward College uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 Form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.
Broward College is an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourages applications from eligible veterans and spouses of veterans, underrepresented groups, including minorities, women, and persons with disabilities. The College does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation or any other legally protected classification.
For inquiries regarding Title IX and the college's non-discrimination policies, contact the Vice President for Talent and Culture at 954-201-7449, Broward College, 6400 NW 6th Way, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309.
Applicants needing a reasonable accommodation with the application process, please contact the Talent and Culture Department at nanders1@broward.edu.
Disclaimer The intent of this description is to illustrate the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and should not be interpreted of describe all the specific duties and responsibilities that may be required in any particular position. Directly related education/experience beyond the minimum stated may be substituted where appropriate at the discretion of the Appointing Authority. Broward College reserves the right to revise or change job duties, job hours, and responsibilities.
Job Tags
Full time, Part time, Work at office, Monday to Friday, Shift work, Weekend work, Afternoon shift,