Date Posted: February 26, 2026

Req ID: 47091

Faculty/Division: Faculty of Kinesiology & Physl Ed.

Department: Faculty of Kinesiology & Physl Ed.

Campus: St. George (downtown) Campus

Position Number: 52990

Existing Vacancy: Yes

Description About us: The University of Toronto’s Faculty of Kinesiology and Physical Education is globally recognized for developing and advancing knowledge about the interactions of physical activity and health through outstanding undergraduate and graduate education programs, cutting-edge research and the delivery of sport, recreation and high-performance athletic opportunities for students, staff, faculty and community members across the three campuses. In achieving this vision, the Faculty is guided by values of integrity, respect, equity and diversity https://kpe.utoronto.ca/.

Your Opportunity Under the general direction of the Director, Active Healthy Living, the Assistant Manager, Instructional Recreation Programs is responsible for the development, direction and implementation of instructional sport and recreation opportunities for students and the University Community as a whole. The Assistant Manager, Instructional Recreation Programs, will be responsible for establishing program appropriate co-curricular learning outcomes and designing and implementing all aspects of instructional recreation program evaluation frameworks.

Your Responsibilities Will Include

• Planning and overseeing the implementation of an evaluation framework for programs and initiatives including reviewing and assessing student learning outcomes
• Planning and implementing components of co-curricular sport programs and activities
• Conducting detailed analysis on program efficiency and student learning outcomes to inform program planning activities
• Evaluating and recommending appropriate work-integrated learning opportunities for students.
• Interpreting and applying policies and procedures when making independent decisions
• Developing strategies that maximize outreach to students
• Building and strengthening relationships with stakeholders and partners of strategic importance
• Facilitating educational workshops and seminars
• Directing the activities of casual staff

Essential Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Kinesiology, Exercise Science, Recreation and Leisure Studies or similar equivalent education or acceptable combination of equivalent experience.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience designing and conducting all aspects of sport program evaluation (including process and outcome evaluations)
• Demonstrated experience with quantitative and qualitative program evaluation methodologies
• Experience establishing networks of knowledge resources
• Experience supervising staff
• Experience working collaboratively with sport instructors, coaches and academic staff
• Strong consultation skills
• Ability to communicate and build relationships with multiple stakeholders
• Demonstrated conflict resolution and problem solving skills
• Ability to exercise sound judgement, tact and discretion
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to interact professionally and effectively with people at all levels
• Demonstrated understanding and commitment to issues related to equity, diversity and accessibility

To Be Successful In This Role You Will Be

• Communicator
• Goal oriented
• Multi-tasker
• Self-directed
• Team player

Closing Date: March 9, 2026, 11:59PM ET

Employee Group: USW

Appointment Type : Budget- continuing

Schedule: Full-time. Some evening and weekend work.

Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone USW Pay Band 13 -- $86,340 with an annual step progression to a maximum of $110,415. Pay scaleand job class assignment is subject to determination pursuant to the Job Evaluation/Pay EquityMaintenance Protocol.

Job Category: Athletics

Lived Experience Statement Candidates who are members of Indigenous, Black, racialized and 2SLGBTQ+ communities, persons with disabilities, and other equity deserving groups are encouraged to apply, and their lived experience shall be taken into consideration as applicable to the posted position.

A Job Description Is Available Upon Request

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Diversity Statement The University of Toronto embraces Diversity and is building a culture of belonging that increases our capacity to effectively address and serve the interests of our global community. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities. We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that diverse perspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential to strengthening our academic mission.

As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a brief Diversity Survey. This survey is voluntary. Any information directly related to you is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources staff. Results will be aggregated for institutional planning purposes. For more information, please see http://uoft.me/UP.

Accessibility Statement The University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members. Our values regarding equity and diversity are linked with our unwavering commitment to excellence in the pursuit of our academic mission.

The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities.

If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact uoft.careers@utoronto.ca.

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