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Posted: 21-May-25
Location: Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Type: Full-time
Salary: Depends on Qualifications
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Internal Number: ADRAT2025
The Assistant Department Director of Athletics & Action Sports leads the division in coordinating and managing numerous athletic venues, action sport facilities, programs, events, and partnerships such as Memorial and Olympia Stadiums, Central Sports Park, Oak Villa Complex, Perkins Extreme Sports, Sports Academy, Kathy Sports Park, disc golf courses, and others. The Assistant Director performs advanced professional work within the administrative office and is responsible for the administration, staffing, training, scheduling and security of facilities and parks under the direction of the Department Director Recreation. May assume responsibilities of the Department Director Recreation in their absence. Will interact with BREC staff and the public daily, in person and by telephone.
- Leads managers and coordinators in directing day-to-day operations of all athletic and action sport venues and their respective programs.
- Leads site managers in directing day-to-day operation of all special facilities and respective programs.
- Serves as a liaison between BREC and Advisory Boards of organizations utilizing BREC Facilities.
- Works directly with other BREC Departments affecting special facilities including but not limited to Park Operations, Planning & Construction, and Risk Management.
- Ensures compliance with BREC policies and procedures.
- May assume duties of Department Director of Recreation in his/her absence.
Required Education: Graduation from an accredited 4-year college or university.
Area of Study (major) Required: Recreation Administration, Physical Education, Sports Management, Facility Management or closely related field
Preferred: Master’s degree from an accredited college or university.
Certification(s) Required: Certified Park and Recreation Professional (CPRP) through NRPA or certification in related field or specialty area.
Preferred: Professional memberships with LRPA or NRPA. CPRP through or certification in related field or specialty area.
License(s) Required: Valid LA driver's license.
Years of Relevant Work Experience: Minimum 5 years progressive experience in a related field with at least 2 years in a supervisory capacity. Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
Preferred: Ten (10) or more years related experience, at least 3 years full-time at BREC.
