COORDINATOR FOR INTRAMURAL SPORTS AND CAMPS

Reporting to the Assistant Director of Sport and Camp Programs, the Coordinator for Intramural Sports and Camps is responsible for training of sport programs officials and general management of all intramural activities. The Coordinator is involved in managing all aspects of Tiger’s Den, our camp program for 6-12 year-olds.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES FOR THIS POSITION INCLUDE:

• Manage day-to-day operations for intramural sports
• Supervise and train sport programs officials.
• Provide front-line support and advocacy to all participants within intramural sports.
• Serve as a liaison between students and UREC administration, including recommendations for new intramural sports.
• Creating curriculum, overseeing registration, and general management of Tiger’s Den Camps

OPPORTUNITIES FOR LEADERSHIP:

Foster a sense of mattering and belonging

Intramural sports are one way that students find meaningful involvement at LSU. The successful candidate will elevate existing intramurals and Tiger’s Den camps to increase the extent to which participants view UREC and LSU as a welcoming environment in which they matter and belong.

Optimize Sport Programs Officials trainings

Intramural Sports provide an environment in which students learn and develop skills important to them as leaders in and out of the collegiate recreation environment. The Coordinator will build on existing trainings, to determine and implement intentional strategies based on industry standards. As a result, they will better empower sport programs officials to successfully complete their responsibilities and develop their leadership skills.

Advance Tiger’s Den Curriculum

The Coordinator will have a direct role in the day-to-day management of the camp program. High quality and well-developed camp curriculum are what makes a difference in any camp experience, even more so when working with children. Through research and continued development, the Coordinator will build on current curriculum to create educational and fun experiences that have a positive impact on participants

ATTRIBUTES OF THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE:

• Understanding of importance to effectively maintain professional relationships with students
• Demonstrate effective approaches to working with students of different age groups (i.e., collegiate students vs youth camp students)
• Ability to create trainings that educate students on the rules and procedures of intramural sports and facilitate leadership skill development (i.e., critical thinking, problem solving, teamwork)
• Desire to be an advocate for the student experience while also supporting institutional and divisional priorities and initiatives
• Committed to high quality outputs and while doing so maintains attention to detail
• Able to anticipate the needs of others and understands how to ground decisions in LSU and collegiate recreation standards
• Comfortable in a fast-paced work environment where responsibilities are consistent, but the challenges faced are ever-changing
• Experience in recruiting, hiring and training student staff, with a particular commitment to training staff to provide excellent customer service.

ABOUT THE DIVISION OF STUDENT AFFAIRS PRIORITIES:

Three priorities guide our work in the Division of Student Affairs: mattering & belonging, inclusion & access and quality. We believe creating a sense of mattering & belonging requires us to ensure every space, place, and interaction communicates to a student that they are home. Being inclusive and accessible in our work means that as our student body begins to more closely reflect the diversity of our state, it is our duty to design programs, services, events, and experiences with everyone in mind. Finally, a commitment to quality is rooted in the belief that LSU students deserve our best effort. Every interaction we have with them should communicate care, relevance, polish, and attention to detail.

RESPONSIBILITIES EXPLAINED:
Direct Student Support (40%)

Advise students individually on intramural sports needs, providing front-line advocacy and support. Conveys department initiatives, values, and goals to students through interactions at programs, services, events, and experiences. Serves as the liaison between intramural participants and leadership in UREC. Responsible for recruitment, direct supervision, training, and development of sport programs officials.

Administrative Support (25%) 

Responsible for day-to-day administrative management of operations for intramural sports and Tiger’s Den camps. Creates connections with LSU partners to collaboratively achieve program goals. Assist with oversight of camp registration process and development of camp curriculum. Provide feedback regarding programs and experiences by utilizing UREC. Contributes to the work environment by developing and maintaining positive relationships that support a culture of teamwork and cooperation.

Program Support (20%)

Coordinates logistics and is responsible for intramural sports and camp related programs and services within University Recreation. Oversees expenditures for one or more events, experiences, or services within intramural sports and camps.

Quality Control (10%) 

Ensures every aspect of intramural sports and camps outputs including administrative tasks, implementation, and overall design exudes a high degree of quality. Oversees program assessment efforts and makes recommendations for improvements.  Embraces and executes a commitment to improve the level of all services, events, programs, and experiences in department for continuous improvement every academic year.

Other Duties as Assigned (5%) 

Other duties as assigned by the Executive Director or Assistant Director of Sport and Camp Programs. This includes but is not limited to efforts that support broad division/institution efforts including at least 40 hours per year spent helping divisional initiatives such as Move-In Day, Welcome Week, Family Weekend, Career Expo, Disability Services Finals Testing, other special projects etc.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in related field.
• 1 year of work experience working in a sport/recreation environment, with particular emphasis in university recreation.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s Degree in related field.
• 1 year professional work experience in intramural sports and/or youth programs as well as experience in the development and execution of developmentally appropriate youth curriculum.

DESIRED CERTIFICATIONS:

• CPR and First Aid Instructor certified

APPLICATIONS:

Applications will be accepted online on the LSU Careers website. The search committee will begin reviewing applications immediately and continue to accept applications and nominations until the position is filled. However, to assure the fullest consideration, candidates are encouraged to have complete applications submitted by August 5, 2022.  Requested application materials include a letter of interest; curriculum vitae or resume; and the names, telephone numbers, and e-mail addresses of at least three professional references. Salary will be competitive and commensurate with qualifications. An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS/EXPECTATIONS:

Ability and willingness to work evening and weekend hours.

This position and/or position's responsibilities require work directly with minors. Finger printing and National Sex Offender Registry check required per FASOP HR-04.

Due to the nature of the position and/or responsibilities, this position shall be subject to drug/alcohol testing in accordance with University Police Statement 67.

As with all LSU employees, due to this position title and/or responsibilities, this position has an obligation to assist students in the acquisition of necessary services. Should a student appear in need of or seek assistance with issues of an emotional, behavioral, or mental health related matter they should be referred to the proper service within the Student Health Center. In situations where the student creates an impression that they are a danger to themselves or others, the advisor should immediately contact the Care Team, the Dean of Students or the appropriate law enforcement agency. The employee outside of those rights contained within FERPA should create no impression of client or patient confidentiality.

Special Instructions:

A copy of your transcript(s) may be attached to your application (if available). However, original transcripts are required prior to hire.

Please provide your resume and three professional references including name, title, phone number and e-mail address.

Posting Date:

July 19, 2022

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

August 9, 2022

Additional Position Information:

Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

Essential Position (Y/N):

LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer:

LSU believes diversity, equity, and inclusion enrich the educational experience of our students, faculty, and staff, and are necessary to prepare all people to thrive personally and professionally in a global society. We celebrate diversity and are committed to the principles of diversity and inclusion. We actively seek and encourage qualified applications from persons with diverse backgrounds, cultures and experiences. To learn more about how LSU is committed to diversity and inclusivity, please see LSU’s Diversity Statement and Roadmap. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact the Office of Human Resource Management (hr@lsu.edu).

COVID-19 Vaccine Protocol:

LSU requires the COVID-19 vaccine for all students, faculty, and staff or mandatory monthly testing. New employees must either submit proof of vaccination within three (3) days of their official start date, otherwise they will be entered into the mandatory monthly testing protocol beginning in November 2021.

HCM Contact Information:

Questions or concerns can be directed to the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-8200 or emailed HR@lsu.edu