Program Manager, Adaptive Recreation Specialist - STA

About Us Are you ready to transform lives through academic excellence, innovative research, strong community partnerships and economic opportunity? Do you want to cultivate an inclusive environment that encourages free expression and civil discourse? Kennesaw State University is one of the 50 largest public institutions in the country . With growing enrollment and global reach, we continue to expand our institutional influence and prominence beyond the state of Georgia. We offer more than 190 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degrees to empower our 47,000 students to become thought leaders, lifelong learners, and informed global citizens. Our entrepreneurial spirit, high-impact research, and Division I athletics draw students from throughout the region and from more than 100 countries across the globe. Our university's vibrant culture, career opportunities, rich benefits, and values of respect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity, and accountability make us an employer of choice. We are part of the University System of Georgia . We are searching for talented people to join Kennesaw State University in our vision . Come Take Flight at KSU! Location Our Kennesaw campus is located at 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144. Department Information DEPARTMENT SPECIFIC TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Creates and manages a comprehensive, movement-based recreational program that incorporates inclusive, integrated, and adaptive principals and successfully addresses the physical, social, and emotional needs of students with disabilities and neurodiverse conditions. 2. Works with students in a one-on-one capacity, if necessary, in preparation for participation in group-based recreational programs. 3. Collaborates with campus partners, including Counseling and Psychological Services and Student Disabilities Services, to promote the inclusion and integration of students with disabilities into existing activities alongside their neuro-typical peers. 4. Assists students with disabilities and neurodiverse conditions in developing effective social interaction, communication, and self-advocacy skills to support their physical, personal and academic goals. 5. Determines equipment and facility needs for targeted populations, in consultation with campus support systems and partners. 6. Investigates external funding sources, including gift and grant proposals, focusing on projects that emphasize inclusion and integration. 7. Participate in the development of program-specific strategic plans, goals, and measurable outcomes to guide and evaluate activities and outcomes. 8. Collaborates with campus and community partners and stakeholders to identify specific programming needs and benefits from campus recreational programs. 9. Assists with recruiting, hiring, training, and supervising assigned staff. Job Summary Develops, organizes and implements comprehensive programs in the assigned college, department and/or unit. Responsible for preparing and organizing programs and activities. Promotes programs internal and external to the university and evaluates effectiveness. Ensures programs comply with university and USG policies and procedures. Responsibilities KEY RESPONSIBILITIES*: 1. Develops, prepares, coordinates and implements assigned programs 2. Manages and facilitates department communications including program marketing, website creation, mobile applications and social media 3. Serves as liaison and communicates with academic divisions, colleges and departments 4. May assists in developing, monitoring and managing budget processes 5. Manages event planning, marketing and logistics 6. Interprets, evaluates, develops and implements policies and procedures 7. Creates, administers, and analyzes assessment programs 8. Facilitates program components, post-program evaluation and operational reporting 9. Assists with developing new programming 10. Prepares operational reports and analysis to inform center-level reporting and decision-making 11. May supervise assigned staff and/or student assistants Required Qualifications Educational Requirements Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher education in related field Required Experience Three (3) years of related work experience MINIMUM LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION REQUIRED BY LAW AND/OR INSTITUTION: Current, valid and unrestricted driver's license Certification by National Council for Therapeutic Reaction as a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) Must hold and maintain current certifications in CPR, First Aid and AED Preferred Qualifications Preferred Educational Qualifications An advanced degree from an accredited institution of higher education in a related field ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS: (Preferred qualifications) An advanced degree from an accredited institution of higher education in Disability Services, Rehabilitation, Counseling or a related field Previous experience with movement-based programming, including Therapeutic Recreation, Adaptive Recreation, Inclusive Recreation, or related field Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities ABILITIES Demonstrated ability to think strategically and actively contribute to the creation and implementation of short and long-range department goals; the ability to manage multiple tasks and effectively prioritize among competing needs Ability to creatively problem solve and independently initiate and develop action plan for addressing identified issues Ability to establish and maintain effective, collaborative working relationships with key campus stakeholders Able to handle multiple tasks or projects at one time meeting assigned deadlines SKILLS Excellent project management skills; Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem solving, independent judgment, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management and presentation skills Proficient with computer applications and programs associated with the position (i.e. Microsoft Office suite) Strong attention to detail and follow up skills Strong customer service skills and phone and e-mail etiquette DEPARTMENT SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES*: Demonstrated experience with and knowledge of disabilities, including Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act Ability to recognize and protect confidential information and exercise judgment, tact, and diplomacy in handling sensitive information and situations Ability to successfully interact with a community comprised of individuals/groups from an array of backgrounds, experiences, and communication styles Ability to work evenings and weekends USG Core Values The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at . Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at . Equal Employment Opportunity Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, work and study. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the University prohibits harassment of or discrimination against any person because of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment, pregnancy, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran or military status by any member of the KSU Community on campus, in connection with a University program or activity, or in a manner that creates a hostile environment for members of the KSU community. For additional information or to file a complaint under the provisions of this policy, students, employees, applicants for employment or admission or other third parties should contact the Office of Institutional Equity at English Building, Suite 225, . Other Information This is a supervisory position. This position has financial responsibilities. This position will be required to drive. This role is considered a position of trust. This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card). This position may travel 1% - 24% of the time This position does not require security clearance. Able to work varied schedule or overtime based on business needs May work non-traditional shifts (evenings, nights and/or weekends) Background Check Standard Enhanced Education Drug Screening MVR Report Per the University System of Georgia background check policy, all final candidates will be required to consent to a criminal background investigation. Final candidates may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. Applicants for positions of trust with screening results which confirm a disqualifying criminal history will be immediately disqualified from employment eligibility. All applicants are required to include professional references as part of their application process. Some positions may require additional job-based screenings such as motor vehicle report, credit check, pre-employment drug screening and/or verification of academic credentials.

Created: 2024-11-05