Representative Sport Officer

Commencing as soon as possible, an exciting opportunity is available for a Representative Sport Officer to join our Curtin Sport and Recreation department.  This position assists with the coordination and supervision of sports and activities that provide opportunities for students and the wider Curtin Community to represent Curtin University in any level of competition.

The position coordinates the day-to-day administration of representative sport programs, teams and team management. The position also supports Curtin’s affiliated and associated sporting club and our Elite Athlete program. The Representative Sport Officer supports the operations of the wider sport and active recreation programs and services including social sport, kids’ holiday and intra-mural programs.

With a strong focus on enhancing wellbeing and establishing healthy lifestyle habits at any stage of life, the Representative Sport Officer plays a vital role in encouraging participation at any level from spectator, supporter, participant, and elite athlete.

The ideal incumbent will have a keen interest in the business of sport and strong relationship building skills. They will have strong work ethic, excellent time management and organisational skills accompanied with the ability to meet deadlines.

You will bring to the role

• Genuine interest and participation in sports and recreation activities.
• Demonstrated exceptional people skills and ability to build relationships with students, clubs, external and internal stakeholders.
• Demonstrated knowledge of and prior experience in sporting competition management and organising multiple sporting teams’ involvement, including recruitment and team training.
• Demonstrated understanding and experience in working with sporting clubs
• Demonstrated ability to provide guidance to team members and support the creation and maintenance of an effective customer focussed, efficient team culture.
• Demonstrated experience in risk assessment and development of regulations and guidelines for sports provision.
• Demonstrated time management and organisational skills including ability to meet deadlines, proven scheduling/prioritising skills and ability to coordinate sporting competitions.
• Demonstrated effective oral and written communication skills and ability to consult, negotiate and liaise with a diverse range of people with cross cultural sensitivity.
• Current Working with Children check.

You will require current work rights in Australia that match the tenure of this role.

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact

on 08 9266 3364

Curtin University provides students, staff and the wider community access to a state-of-the-art sport and active recreation facility (Curtin Stadium) incorporating:

• 900sqm fully equipped gymnasium
• Group fitness studio
• Specialised studio
• Health and rehabilitation clinic
• Vast outdoor recreation spaces, as well as
• Indoor and outdoor multi use courts.

The facilities, fitness, sport and recreation services and programs offered aim to engage students on campus and contribute to the vibrant student experience. Our aim is to inspire students to achieve both academically and in sport, whilst finding out there is more to university life than study.

What we offer you

The ability to work in a supportive and flexible environment, surrounded with people passionate about Sport and Recreation and the opportunity to positively impact the lives of others. Our friendly team is highly motivated and excited about having someone with fresh ideas to join our team.

Curtin Sport and Recreation offers staff opportunities to participate in a range of sporting, recreation and fitness activities, fantastic superannuation, and a flexible working environment.

For further information on Curtin and all our employee benefits visit https://about.curtin.edu.au/jobs/

Curtin University’s vibrant Bentley campus also includes childcare, a medical centre, an art gallery, endless food options including a full-range grocer, beautiful gardens, end-of-trip facilities, good parking and excellent public transport connections.
For more information about our university, please visit www.curtin.edu.au
 
Join us!
Please provide your CV and cover letter outlining your experience and interest, to allow us to assess your suitability for this role.
To view a copy of the role’s Position Description, please copy and paste the following link into your browser:

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Applications close: Tuesday 22 November 9PM AWST
 
Applicants should note that prior to appointment, you will need to have a current National Police Records check, undergo character, integrity, and reference checks. Please note that this position may be subject to a WA state government vaccination mandate. If requested, you will be required to provide evidence of your vaccination status prior to employment.

If you have any queries in relation to this application process, please contact our careers team on 08 9266 9000 (option 3,1).

Please note we are not accepting applications from recruitment agencies at this time.