Department: Univ Athletics Recreation Adm
Salary/Grade: EXS/5
Target hiring range for this position will be between $56,780 - $62,500 per year or per hour. Offered salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.
Job Summary:
This position assists in the day-to-day operation and supervision of a comprehensive Sport Club program and helps oversees the annual Wildcat Summer Camp. The focus of the position is to enhance overall participant safety through direct supervision of Sport Clubs and Wildcat Summer Camp activities. Assistant Director, Sport Clubs and Wildcat Summer Camp reports to Associate Director, External Operations and Events.
*Willingness and ability to work a non-traditional schedule including evenings, weekends and holidays as required.
Specific Responsibilities:
Sport Clubs
- Provide leadership, direction and supervision to Sport Club programs and oversee the day-to-day Sport Club administration.
- Collaborate with Risk Management to review sport club activities, facilities, and equipment to ensure adherence to safety regulations.
- Serve as the primary liaison for Sport Club events and practices ensuring adequate support and risk mitigation.
- Conduct Sport Club Officer training and familiarize all Club Officers with current department, university and program policies and procedures as outlined in the Sport Club Manual.
- Maintain and enforce Sport Club eligibility practices in collaboration with the Office of the Registrar and University Health Services.
- Assist with budget oversight of Sport Clubs, helping to ensure financial responsibility, making purchases, processing payments and oversight of Sport Club allocation process.
- Serve as the primary advisor/liaison between Sport Club teams and the university.
- Assist the Sport Club Travel Coordinator in management of travel processes and procedures.
Wildcat Camp
- Assist with the day-to-day Wildcat Camp operations
- Communicate and serve as department liaison with camp parents prior to and throughout camp season
- Process online camp registration including waiver management, payment follow-up and confirmation.
- Recruit, hire and train Wildcat Camp staff.
- Assess inventory and equipment needs and submit purchase orders as necessary.
- Attend camp facility meetings and assign space as needed.
Other
- Responsible for adhering to all Department and University policies and procedures, as well as the rules, regulations, bylaws and interpretations of the Big Ten Conference, CSC, and the NCAA.
- Responsible for adhering to all Department and University continuing education initiatives and required certifications and trainings.
Miscellaneous
Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study in an accredited college or university leading to a bachelor's degree in Physical Education, Recreation, Wellness or higher degree; OR appropriate combination of education and experience.
Minimum 1 year experience in programming and developing Sports Club, Intramurals and Recreation, preferably at the collegiate level.
CPR/First Aid certified
Experience administering competitive sports, camp and recreation programs
Minimum Competencies: (Skills, knowledge, and abilities.)
Ability to effectively manage staff and student workers
Ability to demonstrate strong independence and discretion
Strong oral and written communication skills
Strong organization skills and ability to multi-task
Strong interpersonal skills
Strong computer skills including experience with word processing, spreadsheets, data bases and presentation software desirable.
Available to work weeknights and weekends as assigned.
Ability to work cooperatively with others and effectively interact and establish engaging relationships with a wide variety of constituents.
Preferred Competencies: (Skills, knowledge, and abilities)
- Knowledge of rules and regulations of the NCAA, CSC, Big Ten Conference and Northwestern University preferred
Benefits:
At Northwestern, we are proud to provide meaningful and competitive benefits. The available benefits package for this position will include health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; paid vacation and holidays; paid medical/sick and parental leave; tuition benefits for the employee and dependents; pre-tax and flex spending accounts for commuting and dependent care; generous retirement savings options; and wellness programs. For a comprehensive overview of available benefits, including eligibility details, visit us at https://www.northwestern.edu/hr/benefits/index.html to learn more.
Work-Life and Wellness:
Northwestern offers comprehensive programs and services to help you and your family navigate life's challenges and opportunities, and adopt and maintain healthy lifestyles.
We support flexible work arrangements where possible and programs to help you locate and pay for quality, affordable childcare and senior/adult care. Visit us at https://www.northwestern.edu/hr/benefits/work-life/index.html to learn more.
Professional Growth & Development:
Northwestern supports employee career development in all circumstances whether your workspace is on campus or at home. If you're interested in developing your professional potential or continuing your formal education, we offer a variety of tools and resources. Visit us at https://www.northwestern.edu/hr/learning/index.html to learn more.
Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics, including disability and veteran status. View Northwestern's non-discrimination statement. Job applicants who wish to request an accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX Compliance. View additional information on the accommodations process.
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Sep 09, 2026