Recreation & Wellness Coordinator- Competitive Sports

Auburn, AL

Posted 17 days ago

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Position Information

Requisition Number	S3620P
Home Org Name	Recreation and Wellness
Division Name	Student Affairs
Position Title	Recreation & Wellness Coordinator- Competitive Sports
Job Class Code	AE54
Appointment Status	Full-time
Part-time FTE
Limited Term	No
Limited Term Length
Job Summary	The Division of Student Affairs at Auburn University is seeking candidates for Recreation & Wellness-Competitive Sports to assist in the oversight of educational and recreational opportunities for students, faculty, and staff provided by the university's intramural and club sports program (competitive sports). Auburn Recreation and Wellness boasts over 40 acres of both natural and artificial playing surfaces for Intramurals and Club Sport events. Auburn Competitive Sports offers ~20 leagues and tournaments for year-round opportunities for students, faculty and staff to participate. Why Should YOU Choose Auburn University? Auburn University was named a "Best in Alabama" employer by Forbes! Our employee longevity speaks for itself, with employees staying an average of ten years. Competitive state benefits including retirement plan vesting at 10 years of service, generous leave accrual, and parental leave opportunity. Auburn University tuition assistance for yourself and your dependents. Employees can take 15 hours of classes for free, and dependents receive a 50% tuition waiver. It's a Lifestyle: The Auburn/Opelika area is a page right out of Southern Living magazine with an idyllic small-town feel, perfecting a unique balance between a close-knit community and driving consistent growth and development. Paralleling the exponential growth of Auburn University, the Auburn/Opelika area boasts services and amenities that cater to any interest. We're proud of our top school systems, city services, award-winning restaurants, and the infectious spirit of life in a college town. You can find us nestled halfway between the beach and the mountains in a lower-cost-of-living area, two hours outside of Atlanta or Birmingham. If you're new to Auburn, we'd love to introduce you. If you're already acquainted with Auburn, we'll keep it simple: it's time to come home! Our Commitment: Auburn University is committed to a diverse and inclusive campus environment. Visit auburn.edu/inclusion to learn more about our commitment to expanding equity and inclusion for all.
Essential Functions	Recruit, hire, and train ~70 competitive sports student staff, including supervisors and assistants. Prioritize training and development of student staff using a combination of in person, virtual, or email-based avenues for advanced training to retain and support staff. Communicate and interact with Recreation and Wellness employees in a positive and encouraging manner. Coordinate with other campus departments such as Greek Life, Student Conduct, Auburn CARES, and WEGL to collaborate for special events within the competitive sports program. Utilizing scheduling software IMleagues to create, schedule, and maintain leagues for all intramural sports. Establish annual club pages for all clubs within Recreation and Wellness to ensure all participants are registered. Communicate with assigned club officers to continue to grow and develop a comprehensive club sports program of 40+ teams. Engage with competitive sports professionals within the state, region, and national level to discuss latest trends within Competitive Sports. Utilize the connections from NIRSA to continue developing as a professional and leader within Recreation and Wellness. Facilitate officials' training for assigned sports. Manage Kronos payroll to ensure accuracy and submit all proper documentation to the business administrator in a timely manner. Manage facilities, equipment, and supplies for Competitive Sports by maintaining an accurate inventory of equipment and supplies. Purchasing and tracking replacement equipment and supplies as necessary to ensure the safety for all Competitive Sports participants. Ensures that program budgets are in compliance with University and Department guidelines, policy and procedures. Assists in the monitoring of expense budgets pertaining to the intramural and club sports areas.

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications	*Bachelor's degree in Recreation, Recreation Administration, Physical Education, Business, Exercise Science, or related field.* Level I - Bachelor's degree Level II - Bachelor's degree plus 2 years of experience in sports or recreational programming working in a collegiate/community recreational environment. Level III - Bachelor's degree plus 4 years of experience in sports or recreational programming working in a collegiate/community recreational environment. Substitutions allowed for Education: 8 years of experience in sports or recreational programming working in a collegiate/community recreational environment accepted in lieu of education requirement. Substitutions allowed for Experience: Graduate degrees accepted in lieu of experience for advance levels, at a rate of one year relevant education per year of required experience.

Bachelor's degree in Recreation, Recreation Administration, Physical Education, Business, Exercise Science, or related field.

Level I - Bachelor's degree

Level II - Bachelor's degree plus 2 years of experience in sports or recreational programming working in a collegiate/community recreational environment.

Level III - Bachelor's degree plus 4 years of experience in sports or recreational programming working in a collegiate/community recreational environment.

Substitutions allowed for Education:
8 years of experience in sports or recreational programming working in a collegiate/community recreational environment accepted in lieu of education requirement.

Substitutions allowed for Experience:
Graduate degrees accepted in lieu of experience for advance levels, at a rate of one year relevant education per year of required experience.

Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications

Minimum Skills and Abilities
Minimum Technology Skills
Minimum License and Certifications

Desired Qualifications

Desired Qualifications	Experience in programming leagues and tournaments, facility scheduling, youth, high school or collegiate officiating.

Posting Detail Information

Salary Range	$33,400-$64,200
Job Category	Student Affairs
Working Hours if Non-Traditional
City position is located in:	Auburn
State position is located:	AL
List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position
Posting Date	05/14/2024
Closing Date
EEO Statement	Auburn University is committed to an inclusive and diverse campus environment. Women, underrepresented groups, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply. AUBURN UNIVERSITY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, sex, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by applicable law.
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Job Summary

Company

Auburn

Start Date

As soon as possible

Employment Term and Type

Regular, Full Time

Salary and Benefits

$33,400-$64,200

Required Education

High School or Equivalent

Required Experience

2+ years