Coordinator of Recreational Sports
Full Time
Richardson, TX 75080
Posted
Job description
Job Summary
Under the direction of the Assistant Director of Competitive Sports the coordinator administers all aspects of Intramural Sports and Club Sports, including training and mentoring club sports officers and student officials, budget and policy management, travel and event planning, participant eligibility, coaches, risk management and program planning and scheduling. The coordinator works with campus and community partners to develop new relationships, initiatives, policies and procedures.
Day-to-day functions are accomplished with minimal guidance or supervision in accordance with established policies and directives. Remains competent and current through self-directed professional reading, acquires and maintains certifications, develops professional contacts with colleagues, attends professional development courses.
Minimum Education and Experience
Day-to-day functions are accomplished with minimal guidance or supervision in accordance with established policies and directives. Remains competent and current through self-directed professional reading, acquires and maintains certifications, develops professional contacts with colleagues, attends professional development courses.
Bachelor’s degree in relevant field; experience in developing and operating a fitness program; certification in CPR & First Aid; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Preferred Education and Experience
Preferred Education & Experience:
- Master’s degree in Exercise Science, Physical Education, Recreation Management, Student Affairs or related field
- One to three (1-3) years of directly related intramural sports or club sports experience within a collegiate recreation program.
- Current certification and officiating experience with NFHS.
- Current certification as American Red Cross CPR/AED/First Aid Instructor.
- Current membership in one or more of the following organizations: NIRSA, NFHS, NASO.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Candidate must demonstrate strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively and positively with a wide range of constituencies.
- Must have strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to establish and maintain effective, working relationships. Exceptional customer service orientation is essential.
- Demonstrate strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and analyze problems as well as devise solutions. Must also be able to work independently as well as to work collaboratively.
- Candidate must possess strong organizational, planning and time management skills with the ability to manage concurrent projects and handle multiple priorities at once. Must also have a strong focus on attention to detail. Strong project management skills are essential.
- Experience with Microsoft 365, Do Sports Easy, and IMLeagues.
Creates, develops, and initiates the planning and administration of intramural sports, special events, sport clubs, and summer programs.
- Recruits, hires, trains, schedules, and provides guidance to student staff.
- Develops co-curricular learning initiatives and leadership training opportunities for student employees and club sports officers.
- Coordinates policies and procedures to ensure proper risk management practices.
- Assists in scheduling the use of intramural sports and club sports indoor and outdoor activity spaces.
- Coordinates intramural sports and club sports equipment purchases and maintains an inventory of program supplies.
- Conducts appropriate field equipment maintenance and upkeep for intramural sports and club sports facilities.
- Makes recommendations concerning program budgets.
- Monitors expenditures for assigned programs.
- Assists in establishing and implementing short-term and long-range objectives for UREC, including compilation of data and reporting of programmatic statistics, as well as assessment of student learning and program outcomes.
- Serve on designated Student Affairs and University committees.
- Initiate collaborations with campus partners within Student Affairs and academic units to develop and implement programs and events that contribute to student success and foster relationships with interested groups, and special events.
- Serve as the on-call manager on duty.
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What we have to Offer:
UT Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity and inclusiveness. We offer an employee-friendly work environment with a comprehensive benefit package including:
What we have to Offer:
UT Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity and inclusiveness. We offer an employee-friendly work environment with a comprehensive benefit package including:
- Competitive Salary
- Tuition Benefits
- Medical insurance – including 100% paid employee medical coverage for full-time employees
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Long and short-term disability
- Retirement Plan Options
- Paid time off
- Paid Holidays
About UT Dallas:
The University of Texas at Dallas, a public institution serving 21,000 undergraduates and 8,500 graduate students, is a rising research powerhouse with eight schools and more than 140 academic programs including top-ranked programs in business, engineering, science, audiology, and arts and technology. The campus community is enriched by a commitment to the arts, service-learning opportunities, and an athletics program with new esports teams.
The UTD community is made up of a diverse student population, including 20% international students, a large LGBTQ+ community, and one of the top schools serving neurodiverse students. The Division of Student Affairs is dedicated to fostering an inclusive community where all individuals are valued and engaged. In 2019, the University was identified as an LGBTQ-Friendly campus and awarded 5/5 stars by Campus Pride Index. Located in Richardson, part of the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, the University benefits from the cultural and business opportunities offered in one of the largest metropolitan areas in the United States.
Special Instructions Summary Important Message
The UTD community is made up of a diverse student population, including 20% international students, a large LGBTQ+ community, and one of the top schools serving neurodiverse students. The Division of Student Affairs is dedicated to fostering an inclusive community where all individuals are valued and engaged. In 2019, the University was identified as an LGBTQ-Friendly campus and awarded 5/5 stars by Campus Pride Index. Located in Richardson, part of the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, the University benefits from the cultural and business opportunities offered in one of the largest metropolitan areas in the United States.
1) All employees serve as a representative of the University and are expected to display respect, civility, professional courtesy, consideration of others and discretion in all interactions with members of the UT Dallas community and the general public.
2) The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to providing an educational, living, and working environment that is welcoming, respectful, and inclusive of all members of the university community. UT Dallas does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its services, programs, activities, employment, and education, including in admission and enrollment. EOE, including disability/veterans. The University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation in the employment application and interview process, contact the ADA Coordinator . For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies, contact the Title IX Coordinator.
2) The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to providing an educational, living, and working environment that is welcoming, respectful, and inclusive of all members of the university community. UT Dallas does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its services, programs, activities, employment, and education, including in admission and enrollment. EOE, including disability/veterans. The University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation in the employment application and interview process, contact the ADA Coordinator . For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies, contact the Title IX Coordinator.
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