Intramural Sports and Youth Programs Coordinator

Iowa State University•Ames, IA

10h

About The Position

Do you value a role that supports work-life balance while allowing you to contribute meaningfully to campus life? Would you thrive in an environment where creativity in programming is encouraged and supported? If so, Recreation Services at Iowa State University is currently seeking applicants for an Intramural Sports and Youth Programs Coordinator! This position will be classified as a Recreation Services Specialist I.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship.
Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree or above in Recreation, Sport Management, Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Student Affairs, or related field.
Demonstrated experience in supporting recreation programming.
Experience in training and mentoring sports officials and/or student staff.
Experience planning, coordinating, or supervising youth camp programs.
Background in sports officiating, ideally with recognized certification.

Responsibilities

Coordinate, plan, schedule, and supervise Intramural Sports activities.
Assist in managing and delivering Youth Programs (camps, clinics, events).
Support logistics for Youth Programs such as registration, scheduling, and communication with participants and families.
Assist in evaluating programs and providing feedback.
Collaborate with marketing for program promotion.
Serve on departmental/division committees.
Recruit, hire, train, supervise, and evaluate student employees.
Support First Aid/CPR training and safety readiness.
Promote student development via Student Learning Framework.
Assist with expense tracking and revenue monitoring.
Provide input on equipment/supply needs and purchasing.
Stay current on risk management best practices.
Implement safety protocols and staff training.
Coordinate with Risk Management and EHS for compliance.

Benefits

Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental
Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
Generous vacation, holiday and sick time and leave plans
Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
Life insurance and long-term disability
Flexible Spending Accounts
Various voluntary benefits and discounts
Employee Assistance Program
Wellbeing program
Iowa State offers WorkFlex options for some positions. WorkFlex offers flexibility on when, where, and how you do your work. For more information, please speak with the Hiring Manager.