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Sport Programs Coordinator

Company:
The University of Arizona
Job Location:
Tucson, 85724
Category:
Recreation and Leisure Studies
Type:
Full-Time

Posting Number: req21588

Department: Campus Recreation

Location: Main Campus

Address: Tucson, AZ USA

Position Highlights

The Sport Programs Coordinator is a full-time position (12 month) that assists with the development and administration of a comprehensive competitive and recreational sports program, providing effective day-to-day supervision and implementation of programs and services within the Sports Division. Sports programs include collegiate club sports, intramural sports and special events. This position requires working some evenings and weekends. Coordinators are responsible for hands-on operations including personnel supervision, guest service, facility and equipment operations and maintenance, cash handling, delivery of programs and services, program design and curriculum, safety and risk management. Coordinates hiring, training, and supervising staff who oversee facilities and deliver programs and services. The position requires representation of the Department of Campus Recreation in a fair, consistent, cooperative and positive manner in accordance with Department and University policy. The position reports to the Assistant Director of Sports.

Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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Duties & Responsibilities

  • Provide
    leadership and supervision for the sports program designed to achieve the
    Campus Recreation vision and area goals; Program includes collegiate club
    sports, intramural sports and special events.
  • Provide
    daily supervision of program offerings and facility spaces that achieve
    exceptional quality, stewardship, and accountability.
  • Plan
    program offerings and design curriculum and activities intended to meet
    guidelines set by leadership staff on program mix, participation targets,
    and financial parameters.
  • Collaborate
    with department staff to ensure facility spaces are maintained as needed
    to meet industry standards for programmatic use; this includes
    implementing routine inspections and audits.
  • Assist
    with the annual budget submission. Provide financial supervision necessary
    to achieve budget targets, carrying out best practices in financial
    stewardship.
  • Staff
    supervision including hiring, training, scheduling, feedback, evaluations,
    payroll, and disciplinary processes for ancillary, student, and volunteer
    staff. This includes club coaches and other volunteers. Indirect
    supervision of independent contractors. The development and engagement of
    student staff is an emphasis.
  • Develop
    for review and approval any pertinent program area procedures, processes
    and training or operations manuals.
  • Develop
    or update necessary emergency procedures, safety practices, and risk
    management processes in conjunction with administration and the department
    risk management committee.
  • Ensure
    compliance with national governing body/association rules and regulations.
  • Collaborate
    with the department judicial board and implement player disciplinary
    action.
  • Oversee
    Dean's excuses and player eligibility.
  • Oversee
    game operations for clubs and intramural competitions.
  • Collaborate
    with department marketing staff to implement publicity strategies to
    maximize program participation. Conduct outreach efforts in order to
    increase awareness and visibility of the program.
  • Ensure
    the highest possible level of customer service in order to provide exceptional
    experience in sports programs. Implement program assessment tools to
    assess market needs and interests, participant satisfaction, and overall
    program feedback. Report on results, including strategies for process
    improvement.
  • Execute
    equipment and supply purchasing within budgetary parameters according to
    UA policies. Inventory and maintain all equipment and supplies to ensure quality,
    safety, and security.
  • Provide
    ongoing, semester, and annual updates on pertinent measures of success,
    including participation, assessment data, financial status, and area
    happenings.
  • Develop
    and maintain relationships with Campus Recreation, the University of
    Arizona, and Tucson community as necessary to achieve program success,
    collaborations, and partnerships.
  • Develop
    and maintain positive relationships with current and potential
    participants and alumni in order to maximize program success.
  • Ensure
    proficiency in Campus Recreation and University of Arizona policies,
    procedures, and processes.
  • Engage
    in Campus Recreation, University of Arizona, and pertinent industry
    training and development opportunities.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent advanced learning attained through professional level experience required.
  • Minimum of 3 years of related work experience or equivalent combination of education and work experience required.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Master's degree in recreation, sports management, sports marketing, higher education or a related field.
  • Sports officiating experience.
  • Two years of staff supervision experience, including the development of student staff.
  • Demonstrated experience with program development, marketing, financial management, safety and risk management.
  • Demonstrated experience of national governing bodies for collegiate club sports.
  • Experience with collaborative programming and the ability to form positive relationships.

FLSA: Exempt

Full Time/Part Time: Full Time

Number of Hours Worked per Week: 40

Job FTE: 1.0

Work Calendar: Fiscal

Job Category: Student Services

Benefits Eligible: Yes - Full Benefits

Rate of Pay: $47,356 - $59,195

Compensation Type: salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)

Grade

6

Compensation Guidance

The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.

The Grade Range Minimum, Midpoint, and Maximum Fields listed below represent a full range of career compensation growth over time in this position and grade. Each unit typically sets starting pay between minimum and midpoint upon hire. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture. To learn more about compensation, please review our Applicant Compensation Guide and our Total Rewards Calculator.

Grade Range Minimum

$47356

Grade Range Midpoint

$59195

Grade Range Maximum

$71034

Career Stream and Level

M1

Job Family

Campus Recreation

Job Function

Student Services

Type of criminal background check required: Fingerprint criminal background check (security sensitive due to title or department)

Number of Vacancies: 1

Contact Information for Candidates

Lisa Riley

lisalina72@arizona.edu

Open Until Filled: Yes

Documents Needed to Apply: Resume and Cover Letter

Diversity Statement

At the University of Arizona, we value our inclusive climate because we know that diversity in experiences and perspectives is vital to advancing innovation, critical thinking, solving complex problems, and creating an inclusive academic community. As a Hispanic-serving institution, we translate these values into action by seeking individuals who have experience and expertise working with diverse students, colleagues, and constituencies. Because we seek a workforce with a wide range of perspectives and experiences, we provide equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information. As an Employer of National Service, we also welcome alumni of AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service programs and others who will help us advance our Inclusive Excellence initiative aimed at creating a university that values student, staff and faculty engagement in addressing issues of diversity and inclusiveness.

Notice of Availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report

In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act), each year the University of Arizona releases an Annual Security Report (ASR) for each of the University's campuses. These reports disclose information including Clery crime statistics for the previous three calendar years and policies, procedures, and programs the University uses to keep students and employees safe, including how to report crimes or other emergencies and resources for crime victims. As a campus with residential housing facilities, the Main Campus ASR also includes a combined Annual Fire Safety report with information on fire statistics and fire safety systems, policies, and procedures.
Paper copies of the Reports can be obtained by contacting the University Compliance Office at cleryact@arizona.edu.

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