Purpose: Reporting to the Associate Director, Recreation and Active Living, the role provides managerial, strategic and operational leadership for recreation and sport participation programs that foster student engagement, belonging, leadership development and well-being across York's campuses.

The role is responsible for the planning, implementation and evaluation of a broad portfolio that includes intramural sport leagues and tournaments, sport competitions, drop-in sport and recreation programs, special events, student leadership and engagement initiatives, and recreation programming delivered at both the Keele and Markham campuses.

This includes leadership of the PLAE Program and the development and delivery of recreation, sport and Markham fitness opportunities that strengthen community connection, participation and the student experience.

The role advances participation, engagement and community-building objectives through innovative, inclusive and accessible programming.

Education: -Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline such as Kinesiology, Education, etc.

Experience: - 2 years management or supervisory experience.

Skills: Knowledge - Knowledge of recreation administration, sport and recreation programming, student engagement practices, program design and assessment methodologies. - Knowledge of principles and practices related to leadership, employee relations,



performance management and workforce planning. - Knowledge of risk management, emergency procedures, health and safety requirements and relevant legislation applicable to recreation and sport environments. - Knowledge of budgeting principles, financial planning, revenue generation and resource stewardship. - Knowledge of equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility principles as they relate to recreation programming and service delivery. - Knowledge of post-secondary student development, wellbeing, engagement and belonging frameworks. - Knowledge of applicable university policies, procedures, collective agreements and governance - Effective leadership, coaching and employee development skills. - Effective planning, organizational and project management skills. - Effective verbal, written and presentation communication skills. - Effective relationship-building and partnership-development skills. - Effective analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills. - Ability to interpret data and assessment results to support strategic planning and program improvement. - Effective conflict resolution, negotiation and issue-management skills. - Effective budget planning, resource management and financial analysis skills. - Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic operational workplace. - Effective change management and continuous improvement skills.

📌 Manager, Recreation Programs and Student Engagement (Ontario)
🏢 York University
📍 Ontario