Coordinator - Intramural Sports and Sport Clubs

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Department Summary

The Department of Campus Recreation at the University of Mississippi is seeking a dynamic and talented  Coordinator of Intramural Sports & Sport Clubs to join us at TEAM CR and help us achieve our vision of being a flagship collegiate recreation program.

It's a great time to be at the University of Mississippi. Our new facility, the South Campus Recreation Center, was recognized with an Outstanding Facility Award by NIRSA in 2021. Oxford is consistently ranked as one of the nation’s best college towns, and our campus was voted Most Beautiful College Campus by USA TODAY in 2016. The university has been recognized as one of the nation’s “Great Colleges to Work For” by the Chronicle of Higher Education for 12 years in a row, while the Grove is consistently recognized as one of college football’s premier tailgating locations. Our department is committed to helping staff members reach their full potential. Opportunities for professional development and continuing education are highly encouraged. Our TEAM CR values promote student development of professional competencies, with an emphasis on providing students the transferable skills necessary for the 21st century workforce. Our new team member should be committed to enhancing our department, institution, and community. 

Role Specifications

Below you will find classification and compensation information.  For additional details behind the University of Mississippi classification system please visit Human Resource Compensation Page

Family -Student & Academic Services

Sub-Family -Recreation Programs

Career Track / Level - P2

Grade -5

Role Summary

Oversees logistics for one or more recreation programs to promote effective delivery of recreation programs to the student body. 

Examples of Work Performed

• Creates, develops, and initiates the planning and administration of intramural sports, special events, sport clubs, and summer programs.
• Recruits, hires, trains, schedules, and provides guidance to student employees including graduate assistants and undergraduate students.
• Develops co-curricular learning initiatives and leadership training opportunities for student employees and sport club officers.
• Coordinates policies and procedures to ensure proper risk management practices.
• Support promotion and marketing for assigned programs.
• Assists in scheduling the use of indoor and outdoor activity spaces for assigned programs.
• Coordinates equipment purchases and maintains an inventory of program supplies.
• Conducts appropriate field equipment maintenance and upkeep for assigned program facilities.
• Makes recommendations concerning operational budgets and monitors expenditures for assigned programs.
• Assists in establishing and implementing short-term and long-range objectives for the Department of Campus Recreation, including compilation of data and reporting of programmatic statistics, as well as assessment of student learning and program outcomes.
• Represents the Department of Campus Recreation and The University of Mississippi on various committees, boards, and associations.
• Performs similar or related duties as assigned or required. 

Essential Functions

These essential functions include, but are not limited to, the following.  Additional essential functions may be identified and included by the hiring department.

1. Schedules logistics and secures resources for unit events and programs.
2. Procures and maintains unit program equipment and supplies.
3. Assists in the development of program policies, guidelines, and procedures.
4. Develops targeted communication plans and materials based on established goals, under close supervision.

Minimum Education/Experience

Education: Bachelor's Degree

Experience: (3) Three Years Experience

Substitution Statement: An equivalent combination of related experience and education may be considered for this role. Substitutions of the required experience or education will be assessed on a 1:1 substitution basis.

Preferred Qualifications

A Master's degree and one year of related experience can be substituted. Part-time employment and related paid student employment is calculcated at half-time rate when determining if candidates meet the work experience requirement.

EEO Statement

The University of Mississippi provides equal opportunity in any employment practice, education program, or education activity to all qualified persons. The University complies with all applicable laws regarding equal opportunity and affirmative action and does not unlawfully discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based upon race, color, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, citizenship, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or genetic information.

Minimum Physical Requirements

Physical Requirements:  These physical requirements are not exhaustive, and additional job-related physical requirements may be added to these by individual agencies on an as needed basis. 

Corrective devices may be used to meet physical requirements.

Physical Exertion:  The incumbent may be required to lift up to approximately 10 pounds.

Vision:  Requirements of this job include close vision. Speaking/Hearing: Ability to give and receive information through speaking and listening.

Motor Coordination:  While performing the duties of this job, the incumbent is frequently required to talk and hear; and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The incumbent is periodically required to sit. The incumbent is occasionally required to stand; walk; and reach with hands and arms

Interview Requirements: Any candidate who is called for an interview must notify the Department of Equal Opportunity/Regulatory Compliance in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview.

Background Check Statement

The University of Mississippi is committed to providing a safe campus community. UM conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.