"Assistant Director of Southern Adventures"

Job Details

Assistant Director of Southern Adventures

Job ID: 292911

Location: Statesboro, Georgia

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Regular/Temporary: Regular

About Us

Georgia Southern University is the state's largest and most comprehensive center of higher education south of Atlanta. With nearly 150 degree programs at the bachelor's, master's and doctoral levels, Georgia Southern has been designated a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 "high research" university and serves more than 29,500 students from all 50 states, Washington D.C., and Puerto Rico as well as 106 nations.

With three vibrant campuses - the Statesboro Campus, the Armstrong Campus in Savannah and the Liberty Campus in Hinesville - Georgia Southern offers a dynamic environment which encourages learning, discovery and personal growth. The University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and has earned special accreditation from professional and academic associations that set standards in their fields.

Georgia Southern is an influencer and intellectual catalyst in southeast Georgia, a rapidly expanding region that is home to international companies such as Hyundai, Gulfstream and JCB, as well as the Port of Savannah and Georgia Ports Authority. With a focus on hands-on learning, Georgia Southern is supporting the demand for highly skilled workers by providing academic excellence and creative innovation in a supportive student-centered environment that empowers the next generation of leaders to succeed.

Beyond an ideal location, there is a place for you to work in an exciting environment abounding with opportunities for personal and professional growth. Named one of the Best U.S. Colleges by The Wall Street Journal, Georgia Southern is nationally ranked for the caliber of its programs and services. Georgia Southern University has been recognized by Forbes as one of "America's Best-In-State Employers" for 2025.

Location

Statesboro Campus - Statesboro, GA

Department Information

Campus Recreation and Intramural Programs

Job Summary

This Assistant Director of Southern Adventures is responsible for providing leadership, oversight, direction, and supervision of the Southern Adventure's outdoor recreation programs and adventure center. This role will coordinate and administer all aspects of the comprehensive Outdoor Adventures Program, including the outdoor rental center, 43 foot climbing wall, bouldering cave, outdoor leadership challenge course, adventure trips, educational clinics, bicycle maintenance shop, and the campus cycle rental program.

Responsibilities

• Oversee recruitment, training, and supervision of 20-30 student staff, including various roles such as graduate assistant(s), program assistant(s), trip leaders, challenge course facilitators, climbing wall and rental center attendants
• Manage and develop a comprehensive portfolio of outdoor adventure programs and services across all three university campuses
• Administer and monitor the annual operational budget for Southern Adventure, ensuring financial responsibility
• Manage all Southern Adventure facilities, including the outdoor rental center, climbing wall, bouldering cave, challenge course, and bicycle maintenance shop
• Foster leadership development throughout outdoor adventure programming and implement risk management standards
• Develop and execute strategic plans to drive growth, continuous improvement, safety, program quality, and participant satisfaction
• Coordinate facility/equipment audits, maintenance schedules, and equipment repair and replacement
• Conduct program reviews and assessments related to strategic initiatives, student learning outcomes, and participant satisfaction
• Implement marketing strategies for outdoor adventure programs and services
• Manage the purchase, maintenance, and inventory of rental center and program equipment
• Cultivate community and campus partnerships in support of the Southern Adventures Program
• Stay informed about industry trends in outdoor adventure and adapt programs, equipment, policies, and procedures accordingly
• Assist with departmental special events and serve on University and departmental work teams and committees

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in recreation, management, or related field

Required Experience

• Three (3) or more years of related work experience
• Wilderness First Responder certified or ability to attain within six (6) months of hire
• Experience leading adventure trips land and/or water-based trips

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Educational Qualifications

• Master's Degree

Preferred Experience

• Experience within a University setting
• Membership and active participant in NIRSA and/or AORE
• CPR/AED and FA Instructor certified
• ACCT Challenge Course Level I, II, and/or Manager certification
• Climbing Wall Instructor certification
• Supervisory experience

Proposed Salary

$46,513 - $58,141

This is an exempt position paid on a monthly basis.

Required Documents to Attach

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Two (2) Professional References

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES

• Consistently exhibit engaging customer service
• Ability to support various constituencies served by the University
• Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position

KNOWLEDGE

• Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success

SKILLS

• Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills
• Conflict resolution skills

Apply Before Date

Open Until Filled

Application review may begin as early as December 3, 2025.

Contact Information

For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact the Department of Human Resources by phone at (912) 478-6947 or by email at hrservice@georgiasouthern.edu.

For technical support, please call the USG Service Desk at (877) 251.2644, or email support@usg.edu.