Job Title

Assistant Director - Sports Programs

Department

Student Recreation Center

Salary

$59,724 - $74,355; commensurate with experience

Job Summary/Basic Function

The Assistant Director - Sports Programs will direct a comprehensive program of activities for intramurals and club sports. Responsibilities include the development, administration, marketing, and daily operations of all intramural, club sports, and extramural sports events. The Assistant Director - Sports Programs is also responsible for all of the training, development, and Human Resource practices of student staff in each program area. The Assistant Director - Sports Programs reports to the Associate Director of Programs and, as needed, administers other activities in the comprehensive recreation program for students, faculty, and staff of Middle Tennessee State University. The Assistant Director -Sports Programs also serves on various committees throughout the MTSU Community.

Required Education

Masters degree in Recreation or related field required.

Required Related Experience

A minimum of 2 years prior experience in university recreation programs whereas 2 years of a graduate assistantship is equivalent to one year experience. Good interpersonal communication and organization skills are essential.

Required License/Registration/Certification

Standard First Aid/CPR/AED

Documents Needed to Apply

Cover Letter & Resume Required

MTSU offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to the following:  

• Sick Leave
• Vacation Leave for Administrative/Classified Staff/12-month Faculty
• 13 paid University holidays
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Retirement plans
• Optional 401K and 403B Deferred Compensation Plans
• Educational benefits for the employee and their spouse and dependents

MTSU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.

Proof of U.S. citizenship or eligibility for U.S. employment is required before employment (Immigration Control Act of 1986). Clery Act crime statistics for MTSU are available at https://police.mtsu.edu/annual-security-report/ or by contacting MTSU Public Safety at (615) 898-2424.

MTSU is a Tobacco & Drug-Free campus.

This position requires a criminal background check. Therefore, you will be required to provide information about your criminal history to be considered.

For individuals requiring reasonable accommodation to apply: In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position with MTSU, please call 615-898-2929 or email emp@mtsu.edu.

Application Review Date: June 1, 2026