Program Assistant - Athletics and Recreation
Job Description
Full job description
Position Summary
Position is funded through June 30, 2025
5% King County Premium Pay will be added to final salary
ABOUT THE COLLEGE:
Green River College has four locations, including the main campus in Auburn, with satellite learning centers in Kent, downtown Auburn, and Enumclaw. Green River programs serve high school graduates, Running Start students (dual enrollment in local high schools and the college), those seeking retraining for the workforce, international students, students learning English as a second language, and Continuing Education students. Green River’s service areas are increasingly ethnically diverse, comprising African Americans, African immigrants, Asian Americans, Asians, Latinos/as, Native Americans, Pacific Islanders, and Middle Eastern Americans, among other communities.
COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION:
Green River College is committed to enhancing and supporting a diverse campus environment,
incorporating principles of equity in order to promote inclusive practices. Green River College encourages applications from a wide range of backgrounds and experience collaborating effectively with others.
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
Under the general supervision of the Director of Athletics and Recreation this position provides complex administrative support to the Athletics and Recreation Office. The incumbent oversees the daily operations of the Green River College’s student recreation center and athletics program by providing supervision, leadership, and direct oversight over department operations. This position ensures the recreation and athletics center, RAC, provides inclusive programming for open recreation, wellness, and intramural activities. This position supervises RAC front desk attendants and group fitness staff.
Position Responsibilities
The position reports to the Director of Athletics and Recreation. The person must work closely with the Director of Athletics and Recreation and Assistant Director of Athletics and Recreation to maintain and monitor the six intercollegiate athletic programs and the RAC.
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Provides general program information; interprets and explains policies, procedures, rules and regulations regarding Sports Programs, NWAC, and the student recreation center, the RAC; resolves issues and provides assistance to the public, staff, students, other colleges and special interest groups in person, electronically, and by telephone; -
Recruits, trains, and supervises part time group fitness instructors;
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Recruits, hires, trains, and supervises work grant and work-study student employees to assist in the daily operations of the RAC;
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Leads purchasing for the recreation department. Evaluates and recommends larger equipment purchases for the recreation and athletic fitness center;
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Reviews and verifies accuracy of the Athletics and Recreation budgets, including processing all receipts associated with athletics; assist in coordination, processing, and monitoring billing for recreational and athletic activities. Processes all purchase expenditures for the Athletics Department including equipment/supplies and assist in monitoring inventory for athletics;
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Provides support to reconcile department travel paperwork;
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Assists with coordination of and maintains records of all annual fundraising;
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Creates game day contest agreements with visiting schools;
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Compiles and organizes all athletic statistical data, compilation and implementingdistribution of comprehensive statistics for home/away contests of all sports as required by NWAC conference. Provide training and review for accuracy and compliance for all statisticians;
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Maintains athletic and recreational web pages;
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Updates social media regularly for the Athletics and Recreational departments;
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Serves as the lead contact person for ongoing maintenance needs. Works with fitness company for preventative maintenance needs;
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Schedules and organizes RAC programs such as intramural tournaments, group fitness and other RAC specialty events;
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Manages and promotes staff and faculty memberships for the RAC;
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Develops and prepares reports to track user visitation and programming participation;
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Assists in organizing special events for Athletic Department including sports banquets, Student Athlete Leadership Club activities, and tournaments;
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May be responsible for ticket sales at athletic events requiring some nights and weekend assignments;
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Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualification
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High School graduate or equivalent -
Willingness to be flexible and work evenings – possibly late nights and weekends
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Attention to detail and communication
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Intermediate ability using Microsoft Office Suite – Word, Excel, Outlook
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Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
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Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment
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Proven experiences and knowledge working with diverse populations and groups
Preferred Qualifications:
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Associate's degree and/or progressing towards a bachelor's degree in Recreation, Sports Management or a related degree -
2 years' experience working in a sports setting
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Experience as a supervisor
Supplemental Information
WORKING CONDITIONS:
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Must have the ability to sit for prolonged period of time at a desk/computer workstation. -
Frequent use of computer and exposure to terminal screen in performing work assignments.
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Work in a semi-open office setting with frequent interruptions and noise.
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Operate in a fast-paced environment with a heavy workload and tight timelines.
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Must be able to maintain regular and predictable attendance
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May need to carry, lift or move equipment/supplies up to 40lbs
To be considered for this position you must complete and submit the following along with your completed online application:
- Resume
- Supplemental questions?from?tab at top of page
- Detailed cover letter addressing minimum and preferred qualifications ?
This position is part of a bargaining unit subject to a collective bargaining agreement.
At this time, Green River College is not sponsoring for H1-B Visas.
All offers of employment are subject to background checks. (Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted.? Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.)
Green River College is a tobacco free campus. For more information on the tobacco policy, please visit the following link: https://www.greenriver.edu/campus/policies-and-procedures/general-administrative-policies/ga-2-tobacco-use-policy/
Jeanne Clery Statement: Notice of Availability of Annual Security and Fire Safety Report- Green River College's Annual Safety and Fire Report is available online at www.greenriver.edu/CleryASFR, containing mandated information about current campus policies concerning safety and security issues, required statistics, and other related information for the past three calendar years. To obtain a paper copy of the report, please call 253-288-3350.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: ?Green River College does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, gender, gender orientation, age, marital status, religion, disability, genetic information or on any other unlawful basis. The college is committed to preventing and stopping discrimination, including harassment of any kind and any associated retaliatory behavior.
The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Vice President of Human Resources, 12401 SE 320th Street, Auburn, WA 98092-3622, (253) 288-3320. To receive this information in an alternate format, please contact Disability Support Services at (253) 833-9111, ext. 2631; TTY (253) 288-3359
More than Just a Paycheck!
Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation. We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career and that your priority is making sure that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement and dental plans through the Public Employee Benefit Board, and most classified staff members will participate in either WA state’s PERS 2 or PERS 3 retirement programs. Other benefits include sick and vacation leave, staff training, paid holidays, and the opportunity to participate in the tuition-waiver program. We also offer an on-campus fitness center.
Health Benefits:
Medical, dental, life and long term disability insurance benefits are provided as currently administered under the Public Employees Benefits Board.
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