Student Development Specialist

Oversees departmental student development initiatives and assists with daily operations of University Recreation facilities.

• Responsible for staff scheduling by using designated scheduling platforms.
• Creates and implements departmental student training and development initiatives. Aids in evaluations, performance reviews and disciplinary systems for student employees. Celebrates student success through departmental recognition programs and events.
• Oversees customer service best practices, policies and procedures.
• Reviews, creates and implements employment policies and procedures to align with campus standards and university policies.
• Evaluates and develops risk management training resources and initiatives for student employees.
• Updates website and social media channels.
• Conducts assessment initiatives in accordance with strategic planning, and departmental goals.
• Manages facility rental equipment and checkout procedures.
• Advises Student Employee Board.
• Hires, trains, evaluates and supervises student employees.

Minimum qualifications based upon job documentation and industry best practices. Any current employees not meeting these qualifications will be grandfathered until they move to a different job.

• Bachelor's degree in related field from an accredited institution.

• One year's relevant experience.
• Supervisory or lead experience.
• Experience with sport or recreation administration.
• Strong Interpersonal, organizational skills.
• Experience with conflict management.
• Knowledge of risk management. Knowledge of facility management.
• Strong written and verbal skills.

• First Aid/CPR/AED certified or ability to obtain certification within first 60 days of hire.
• Ability to work irregular shifts and extended hours, including weekend and holiday on call rotation.

Light work with some physical demands such as continuously lifting or moving materials less than 25 pounds, but rarely moving more than 25 to 50 pounds.

Work is generally performed in a well-lit, temperature-controlled indoor environment with occasional exposure to the outdoors or any number of elements.

Revised: 2024-04-18