Sports Programs Coordinator

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Georgia Southern is a dynamic university with three vibrant campuses in Hinesville, Savannah and Statesboro serving the communities in Southeast Georgia. As a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 institution, our world-class scholars instruct about 26,000 students in associate’s, bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral level degree programs. Whether you are seeking the charm of a small town, the traditions of a historical/urban destination near the beach or supporting our military service members and their families, Georgia Southern offers its faculty and staff the best of all worlds!
Beyond an ideal location, there is a place for you to work in an exciting environment abounding with opportunities for personal and professional growth. We are steeped in tradition and devoted to academic distinction in teaching, scholarship and service. In 2018 Forbes Magazine listed Georgia Southern, along with 10 other Georgia companies or institutions, as one of America’s Best Midsize Employers. Georgia Southern University is passionate about serving our region while preparing our students to be lifelong scholars, leaders, and responsible stewards of their communities and the world.

Statesboro Campus - Statesboro, GA

Campus Recreation and Intramurals

Lead and manage a comprehensive Intramural Sports program that offers over 32 intramural sports programs and serves over 5,000 participants annually, and a comprehensive Club Sports program that offers over 25 Club Sport programs and has over 300 Club Sport athletes.

• Manage facilities. review and enforce policies and procedures, utilize risk management best practices, maintain industry standards related to program area  
• Foster community and campus partnerships including academic groups in support of the Intramural Sports Program  
• Assist with University, division, department and/or facility special events  
• Mentor and advise over 60 student volunteer club sport officers  
• Recruit, hire, train, develop, and supervise 120-150 student staff including graduate assistant(s), program assistant(s), supervisors, scorekeepers, and officials  
• Develop, implement, supervise, and evaluate creation and marketing of team and individual activities, competition scheduling, registration procedures, event planning  
• Represent department at state, regional, and/or national industry sporting events  
• Purchase and maintain intramural sports equipment and inventory  

Educational Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in recreation, management, or a related field

Required Experience

• One (1) or more years of related work experience

Additional Preferred Qualifications

• Membership and active participant in NIRSA
• CPR/AED FA Instructor certified
• Active football, basketball, soccer, baseball, or softball official

Preferred Educational Qualifications

• Master's Degree

Preferred Experience

• Experience within a University setting
• Experience planning and hosting large scale events
• Experience working or coordinating with state, regional, or national sporting events and/or governing bodies
• Supervisory experience

$19.75 - $21.97 per hour

This is a non-exempt position paid on a biweekly basis

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Two (2) Professional References

ABILITIES

• Consistently exhibit engaging customer service
• Ability to support various constituencies served by the University
• Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position
• Ability to demonstrate good sportsmanship and highest level of personal integrity  

KNOWLEDGE

• Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success
• Demonstrated commitment to athletic and academic excellence and an understanding of and commitment to comply with NCAA, Sun Belt Conference, Coastal Collegiate Sports Association, and institutional athletic rules and regulations  

SKILLS

• Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills

April 2, 2024

Application review may begin on March 22, 2024.

For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact the Department of Human Resources by phone at (912) 478-6947 or by email at [email protected] .

For technical support, please call the Shared Services Center at (877) 251-2644 or [email protected] .

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Georgia Southern University, as determined by Georgia Southern University in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.
Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.
Legally authorized to work in the United States for the duration of employment without assistance from the University.
Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation.
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