The Graduate Assistant of Competitive Sports is responsible for assisting in the day-to-day operations and management of the Competitive Sports areas. This position will directly assist with the supervision of all Competitive Sports staff. They will also have the opportunity to assist in the department’s summer camps program.  

Core Responsibilities: 

• Assist with planning, creation and implementation of the semesterly intramural schedule 
• Oversee the promotion, registration and scheduling of all Intramural Sports activities through IMLeagues.com 
• Serve as a point of contact for all Competitive Sports participants 
• Collaborate with other campus departments to assist with developing special events?
• Assist in gameday operations including: oversight of field maintenance, enforcement of policies and procedures 
• Work with marketing staff to promote all Competitive sports programs 
• Provide input on policy and procedure development and update necessary documents to reflect changes? 
• Provide on-site supervision to various events and competitions 
• Assist with budget planning and tracking for the Competitive Sports program area 
• Assist with other duties as assigned in an effort toward the overall functions of University Recreation 

Administrative Responsibilities: 

• Assist in the hiring, training, scheduling and evaluating of Competitive Sports Staff 
• Hold monthly meeting/trainings for all Competitive Sports Staff 
• Assist in regular written communication such as monthly and annual reports, financial reports, participation and equipment inventory reports 
• Create, encourage, and support professional development opportunities for staff, including professional association involvement, training programs, and individual mentoring 
• Complete comprehensive analytical and statistical reports regarding intramural and club sport participation 

Minimum Requirements 

• Bachelor’s degree required. 
• Must be accepted into a UAB master’s degree program 
• Two years of experience within campus recreation or Intramural or Sport Clubs programming preferred 
• Strong communication and presentation skills 
• Ability to lead and supervise student employees 
• Ability to work as part of, and lead a team that collaborates effectively with colleagues. 
• Entrepreneurial spirit and enthusiasm 
• Analytical skills to: identify problems, assess alternatives and render consistent, logical decisions. 
• Ability to thrive in an environment that values high expectations, accountability, and balanced lifestyle choices 

Competencies: 

Technical Competencies 

• Some knowledge of HR theories and best practices in in recruitment and staff development 
• Basic accounting knowledge; capacity of understanding budgets 
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office 

Professional Competencies 

• Adaptability, analytical and critical thinking, initiative and motivation, planning and project management, decision making and judgment, business acumen, customer service, teamwork, diversity awareness, interpersonal relationships, communication, integrity, leadership, long-term focus, organizational learning & change management 

Human Relations: 

Internal contacts include staff at all levels. External contacts include external customers and vendors. Contact involves troubleshooting, informing, exchanging information, negotiating, making recommendations, and giving information or instructions. 

Work Environment and Physical Demands: 

Work Environment 

• Office environment/fitness center environment 
• Non-smoking environment 
• Moderate to loud noise 
• Occasional local, regional and national travel 
• Occasional evening or weekend work 

Physical Demands 

• Sitting at a desk or table for at least 50% of the work day 
• Working in an active environment (gymnasium or fields) at least 50% of the day 
• Repetitive wrist, hand, or finger movement (while operating computer equipment) 
• Occasional bending, stooping 
• Eye-hand coordination and keyboard typing 
• Hearing and talking