Adapted Athletics Program Assistant - External

Associated Students, San Diego State University•San Diego, CA

7d•$22 - $25•Hybrid

About The Position

Under the direction of the Director of Adapted Athletics, the Adapted Athletics External Program Assistant will assist with the marketing, event planning, recruitment, corporate relations, and stewardship of the Adapted Athletics program. The External Program Assistant is responsible for overseeing program outreach, including creating awareness campaigns, organizing events, providing donor stewardship, and collaborating with external groups on various projects. The Adapted Athletics program provides opportunities for individuals to participate in a diverse offering of inclusive and adaptive athletics and recreation activities within the University at a variety of skill and ability levels.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree required
Must have at least one year of sports administrative or program support experience
Must have previous experience with marketing and planning events
Must be able to work evening and weekends based on program demands
American Red Cross First Aid and CPR/AED certifications are required
Valid California driver's license and proof of automobile insurance are required
S. Center for Safe Sport required within 30 days of employment
Must complete Gender Awareness, Computer Security, Workplace Violence Prevention, and Sexual Harassment Prevention training within 30 days of hire
Must complete the California Defensive Driving Course
Must be punctual and regular in attendance: arrive on time and ready for the workday
Must be able to work with confidential items and understand the importance of confidentiality in project work
Must meet commitments and complete tasks satisfactorily
Must be able to work independently and stay focused under pressure
Must help accomplish specific tasks and improve the work process
Must be accurate and detail oriented with strong organizational skills required
Must be professional and courteous at all times
Must be able to work well with different work styles
Must be able to work efficiently and show initiative
Must be able to coordinate multiple tasks, projects, and assignments within appropriate timelines
Ability to handle difficult situations involving participants with patience, good judgment, and with diplomacy is expected
Ability to work with a diverse group of people effectively and diplomatically
Must have strong English language skills and the ability to read, write and verbally communicate at a level appropriate to the duties of the position
Must possess excellent customer service skills, including written and oral communication
Proficient computer skills are required including Microsoft and Google applications
Ability to recruit, train, and supervise personnel
Ability to prioritize workload
Ability to manage information flow (including internal, external and customer communication and filing/documentation)
Ability to develop positive working relationships and work effectively with other employees/departments
Ability to demonstrate thoroughness, completeness, follow through on presentation and appearance of work
Demonstrated ability to prepare and present program materials in front of an audience
A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with Associated Students.
Fingerprinting is required for all employee and volunteer positions that have direct contact with minor children and/or supervise other staff.
MVR and DMV record review is required for positions that drive university vehicles and/or passengers for program related trips.

Nice To Haves

in Physical Education, Recreation, Kinesiology/Exercise Science Health, Marketing, Business or a related field preferred
Previous experience with grant writing and management preferred
Experience with adaptive sports and recreation and adaptive equipment preferred
Demonstrated experience with programs and activities for persons with disabilities preferred
Experience within a collegiate recreation or intercollegiate athletics setting preferred
Knowledge of student athlete financial aid and scholarship processes preferred

Responsibilities

Assists with the planning, organization, scheduling, administration and facilitation of a comprehensive, inclusive adaptive sports program including competitive sports, drop-in activities, tournaments, and special events
Assists with scheduling/calendar management: noting sponsor events that require a member of the program to be present, coordinating on/off campus events and networking opportunities, etc.
Uses Virtual EMS to reserve facilities for on campus competitions, meetings and special events
Assists Aztec Recreation and Mission Bay Aquatic Center program administrators to develop and enhance adaptive sport and recreation programs in sport clubs, intramural sports, fitness, rock climbing, and water sports
Assists with the coordination of team travel arrangements including flight/hotel reservations and travel reimbursements
Attends team competitions and assists with team event management
Assists with the coordination of recruitment and onboarding for program staff and athletes
Assists with any follow up communication with potential student-athlete recruits
Utilizes communication tools to interact with current (and prospective) athletes, including email, phone, internet video, face to face meetings
Establishes strong working relationships with other campus departments including the School of Exercise and Nutritional Sciences, Student Disability Services, University Development, Financial Aid, Admissions, and Athletics
Assists with the organization and leadership of prospective athlete tours
Works with the Aztec Recreation and A.S. marketing teams, to develop and implement effective marketing and communication strategies, including social media content, presentations, and promotional photography and videography, and to present and promote programs to various on campus and off campus groups
Assists with recruitment, selection, and work assignments for ENS student interns
Assists with ENS credit class/internship curriculum development
Assists director with annual budget planning and maintaining program expenses
Researches and recommends inventory of program supplies and equipment utilized in Adapted Athletics programs
Ensures facilities and equipment are safe to use; submits a repair work order if needed
Assists with the implementation of safety and risk management procedures for Adapted Athletics
Collaborates with the director to assist with documents and presentation materials for meetings
Assists with grant material preparation
Assists with donor/sponsor prospect research, networking, events and communication
Assists director with Student Affairs and College of Health and Human Services Development teams to support fundraising efforts for the Adapted Athletics program
Assists director with providing timely reports on all Adapted Athletic program developments to all funders of the organization (government, individual donors, university alumni, corporations, and foundations)
Assists in providing inclusion training, disability awareness and other educational programs to part-time and full-time staff as well as the campus and community
Assists in the assessment and evaluation of programs and participation through qualitative and quantitative data collection
Assists in the formation, review, and enforcement of all policies and procedures including annual revisions of all sport rules, policies and regulations
Disseminates necessary information to staff, interns, and athletes
Performs other duties as assigned
Establishes and maintains working relationships with various A.S. and University departments, as well as vendors
Represents the team and Associated Students/SDSU in a professional manner at all times
Maintains positive and effective working relationships with all athletes and staff
Greets all customers in a timely manner
Answers the phone and interacts politely and courteously
Assists all customers with questions and/or comments
If unable to assist, refers customer to someone who can
Maintains positive and effective working relationships with all customers
Informs supervisor of any customer issues
Serves as liaison to campus committees as needed
Ensures all operations are conducted with safety of staff and customers as first priority, and in accordance with the Injury and Illness Prevention Plan and other safety policies
Adheres to Associated Students' Code of Safe Practices
Reports accidents to supervisor and reviews changes required to avoid reoccurrence
Ensures proper documentation is completed for each accident (employee and/or non-employee) and forwards to supervisor
Reports maintenance problems and/or broken and unsafe equipment to the appropriate party immediately