💼 Full-Time Position

Senior Director Athletics and Recreation

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University of Guelph
📍 guelph, on, Canada
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Location
guelph, Canada
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Posted
June 27, 2026
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Type
Full-Time
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Full-Time Opportunity: This is a permanent, full-time position with a competitive package and real career growth potential.

Job Description

Location: Guelph, ON, CA, N1G 2W1

Primary Category Page: Staff and Management
Division: Athletics
Requisition ID: 2564

Overview

The University of Guelph Department of Athletics & Recreation invites applications for Senior Director, Athletics and Recreation, beginning late Summer 2026 or soon thereafter. The Senior Director reports to the Vice‑Provost, Student Affairs and provides strategic leadership and operational oversight of a comprehensive Athletics and Recreation portfolio that supports student engagement, well‑being and institutional reputation.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead, manage and grow an operating budget exceeding $14M and a capital renewal budget of approximately $2M.
  • Oversee an organization of about 66 full‑time staff and 800 part‑time staff, as well as 4,000 youth community participants and summer camp programs.
  • Develop and implement programming across Recreation and Programming, High‑Perfo...