Campus Recreation Coordinator - Intramural Recreation

University of Illinois Chicago•Chicago, IL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a professional position responsible for administering all aspects of the intramural sports program, including league and tournament development and scheduling, hiring and training of officials, marketing, player discipline, and maintaining program budget. Develop new intramural sports programs, with responsibilities that include creating game rules, identifying equipment needs, organizing leagues, and training new staff. Manage the esports space including scheduling, hiring, and training of staff, equipment maintenance, and creating programming initiatives related to esports.

Requirements

Master's degree in a field relevant to the position (e.g., Kinesiology, Sports Management, Exercise Science, Recreation, or closely related field) OR Final semester or completed Graduate Assistantship with campus recreation or similar department performing duties for two (2) academic years consistent in area of specialization inherent to the position.
Bachelor's degree in a field relevant to the position (e.g., Kinesiology, Sports Management, Exercise Science, Recreation, or closely related field) AND One (1) year (12 months) of work experience in the promotion, design, development, and/or administration of recreational programs.
4 years (48 months) of work experience in promotion, design, development, and/or administration of recreational programs, intercollegiate athletics, campus recreation, park district or similar organization that provides similar program.
Students in the final semester of a Master’s Degree program, may be allowed to complete a credential examination and will receive full consideration, including being interviewed. An offer may be extended with understanding that proof of degree based on institution is provided to the employing institution Human Resources Office at least two weeks before the proposed start date.
Newly hired employees may be required to obtain and/or maintain certifications in American Red Cross, CPR/AED/First Aid and Blood Borne Pathogens and similar certifications.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated knowledge of intramural sports rules and officiating mechanics.

Responsibilities

Arrange for space, schedule, and prepare facilities for intramural, special events/ tournaments, at times in collaboration with other colleges and universities.
Prepare schedules for officials and supervisors.
Track intramural results, participants, etc.; maintain database of all intramural records.
Oversee the inventory and maintenance of supplies and equipment.
Ensure activity area is torn down and all equipment is accounted for at the end of every shift/activity.
Complete reports, detailing activities, and any areas of concern regarding activities or facilities.
Organize and lead official training clinics for intramural sports.
Manage facility operation including hardware and software maintenance schedules.
Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to schedule and prepare facility for special events.
Market research for industry standards to maintain competitive usage of the facility.
Knowledge of competitive, online PC gaming across multiple platforms.
Participate in the development and monitoring of the Recreation and Wellbeing Intramural budget.
Invoice University Community and outside entities for programming related to area.
Train intramural supervisors, sport officials, and esports supervisors on Recreation and Wellbeing regulations and policies.
Enforce regulations and policies and assist other employees in carrying them out.
Contribute to and support the development of new policies, programs, and procedures.
Hire, train, develop, and manage staff to meet program objectives and departmental needs.
Plan, assign, and review work of staff to ensure group objectives are met.
Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.