Assistant Director of Southern Adventures
Listed on 2026-01-27
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Education / Teaching
Assistant Director of Southern Adventures
Job : 294344
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 Intramurals
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
Educational Requirements
- Bachelor's…
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