Student Worker/ Work Study: REC- Intramural Sports Official

East Texas A&M University • Commerce, TX

6d • Onsite

About The Position

East Texas A&M University Campus Recreation is hiring a student worker or work-study Intramural Sports Official. Officials oversee intramural sports events, help ensure participant safety, and uphold the integrity of each game. The role involves making decisions during play and using conflict-management skills when handling confrontations. Officials are expected to meet a high standard of conduct when participating in Campus Recreation programs and facilities.

This is a student-worker position paying $11.00 per hour. Applicants must be currently enrolled or pre-registered at East Texas A&M University and maintain at least part-time enrollment: 6 hours for undergraduate students or 3 hours for graduate students. A resume is required; a cover letter is optional. Applicants must pass a State of Texas background check. All Campus Recreation positions are eligible for work-study. The position includes department-provided CPR/AED and First Aid certification training, as well as mandatory new-hire department and position training during the week of January 4. The listed hire date is January 7.

Requirements

• Must be a currently enrolled or pre-registered East Texas A&M University student with at least 6 credit hours for undergraduate students or 3 credit hours for graduate students.
• Must submit a resume; a cover letter is optional.
• Must pass a State of Texas background check.
• Must be able to work various evenings Monday through Thursday between 5 p.m. and 11 p.m., and occasional weekends.
• Must possess current American Red Cross or American Heart Association Adult and Pediatric CPR/AED and First Aid certification; the department provides the certification course at no cost.
• Must be prepared to respond to hazards and follow safety training.
• Must maintain conduct consistent with Campus Recreation safety, behavior, and facility policies.

Nice To Haves

• Prior participation in Intramural Sports or sports.

Responsibilities

• Attend intramural sports program trainings, clinics, and meetings.
• Officiate all sports offered by Intramural Sports.
• Use IMLeagues for player check-in and game reporting.
• Examine playing facilities for safety hazards.
• Enforce rules and policies as judiciously as possible.
• Oversee intramural contests and ensure participation takes place safely.
• Complete necessary forms.
• Assist with setup and breakdown of game equipment.
• Assist with Cain Sports Complex maintenance, including moving heavy items, organizing equipment, cleaning, and raking soil.
• Assign teams sportsmanship ratings after each contest.
• Provide welcoming, courteous, accurate, and professional customer service to Campus Recreation participants; answer questions and address concerns.
• Market Campus Recreation and area events.
• Help create an environment where people feel welcomed, valued, supported, and respected.
• Act as a first responder in emergency situations.
• Attend assigned department and area training and meetings.
• Maintain current Adult and Pediatric CPR/AED and First Aid certification; the department provides the certification course at no cost.
• Keep up to date on TrainTraq assignments.
• Be prepared to encounter and respond to hazards, following provided safety training.
• Model appropriate conduct by adhering to Campus Recreation safety, behavior, and facility policies.
• Assist with department events and programming as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Work early morning, night, and weekend hours as needed.

Benefits

• Paid training and ongoing evaluation.
• Development, promotion, and cross-training opportunities.
• Opportunity to gain career-ready skills, including teamwork, communication, professionalism/work ethic, and critical thinking/problem-solving.
• Work in a flexible, recreation-focused environment and connect with a community of coworkers.
• Department-provided CPR/AED and First Aid certification course at no cost.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed