Coordinator of Sport Programs and Cain Sports Complex
East Texas A&M University - Campus Recreation
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Posted: 02-Jan-25
Location: Commerce, Texas
Type: Full Time
Salary: $43,888 - $46,888
Categories:
Intramurals
Sport Clubs
Salary Details:
Relocation costs
$2,500 in professional development funding to include certifications, conferences, and workshops
Full-time, Benefited, Exempt position. Includes Texas A&M University System employer-contributed health care coverage, EAP, retirement plan (TRS), and annual and sick leave. Optional benefits include supplemental life, dental, vision, flexible spending account, long-term disability, and supplemental retirement plans
Master’s degree (tuition paid) or doctorate degree (tuition and fees paid) at East Texas A&M.
We seek a growth-oriented, change-driving, and can-do attitude Coordinator of Sport Programs and Cain Sports Complex who will help us advance our mission of connecting, educating, and inspiring people to lifelong activity and wellbeing. You will be crucial in growing the Intramural and Club Sports programs, elevating the Cain Sports Complex and new Esports room, and expanding our department’s influence.
Let us share with you why you should become a Lion at East Texas A&M.
We have embarked on the design phase of a $17 million Morris Recreation Center expansion and renovation project set for completion in 2026.
Mentor and guide a close-knit pride of Sport Programs Supervisors and Officials.
Utilize an Alternate Work Location one to two days a week depending on the season within 4.5 months of work and a performance evaluation on file.
Earn a senior title and pay raise after meeting certain milestones
Utilize individual yearly funding of $2,500 for professional development including membership to a professional organization, attending conferences and tournaments, getting certifications, and access to?LinkedIn Learning?trainings and webinars.
Join our pride and help us transform lives through recreation and sports!
Applicants are strongly encouraged to apply as soon as possible and must do so through the East Texas A&M Workday Portal. If you have any questions, please contact HR.Hiring@tamuc.edu. Jonathan Johnston is the search chair and this position reports to him.
The tentative start date is late May/June or as soon as a candidate can start.
The Coordinator of Sport Programs and Cain Sports Complex is responsible for elevating, delivering, and managing innovative, comprehensive Sports Programs (Intramural Sports, Club Sports, and Esports) as well as overseeing the Cain Sports Complex and Esports Room. This position maintains responsibilities related to program implementation, personnel management, budget management, and risk management. This position reports to the Associate Director.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Develop, implement, and oversee the day-to-day operations of sports programs (Intramural Sports, Club Sports, and Esports) by established industry and safety standards.
Responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Cain Sports Complex including three activity fields, four tennis courts, four sand volleyball courts, three support buildings, and RecRe equipment check-out locker
Oversee the daily operations of the Esports room including troubleshooting gaming PCs/consoles.
Recruit, hire, train, schedule, evaluate, manage payroll, and mentor all Sports Programs staff.
Advise, mentor, and train all club sports officers and leaders, including, but not limited to, member recruitment, opponent and field scheduling, club promotion, budget management, equipment management, risk management, and travel.
Develop, implement, and communicate policies, rules, and procedures to ensure safe, welcoming, and educational sports programs.
Develop and monitor the Intramural, Cub Sports, Esports, and Cain Sports Complex budgets.
Manage all equipment inventory, maintenance, and purchasing for responsible areas.
Promote and market the Sports Programs, Cain Sports Complex, and Esports room.
Utilize various technology platforms to manage staff, participants, and programs.
Instruct American Red Cross CPR/AED/FA courses. (must obtain and maintain within the first 6 months of employment).
Assist in collecting and analyzing participant and staff satisfaction/needs to measure program effectiveness, and implement new initiatives and long/short-term goals.
GENERAL DEPARTMENT DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Demonstrate a commitment to providing an environment where people feel welcomed, valued, supported, and respected as they work to pursue their academic and professional goals.
Support and align with department mission, vision, values, and strategic plan.
Assists with department events and programming as needed.
Serves on department committees.
Collaborates with campus partners and other Campus Recreation program areas.
Works early morning, night, and weekend hours as needed.
May temporarily perform other duties assigned to maintain programs
This job description shall include but is not necessarily limited to, the above duties.
SUPERVISION OF OTHERS
Supervises 10-15 Officials, 5-8 Sport Program Supervisors, 4-6 Esports staff, and 1-2 Program support staff.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Office environment/fitness center environment
Non-smoking environment
Low to moderate noise
Outdoor environment
Local, regional, and national travel as applicable
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Sitting at a desk or table for at least 50% of the workday
Standing or walking for at least 50% of the workday
Repetitive wrist, hand, or finger movement (while operating computer equipment)
Bending and stooping as required
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
One year of combined, related experience in sports program management in a collegiate, community, or private setting (part-time work, graduate assistantships, and internships are acceptable and counted as half-time experience).
Officiated a minimum of one sport at the intramural sports, high school, or collegiate level
Ability to: Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others. Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Licensing/Professional Certifications: First Aid and CPR certified or must be obtained within 60 days.
DESIRED EDUCATION/ SKILLS/ EXPERIENCE:
Demonstrated Intramural Sports and/or Club Sports experience
About East Texas A&M University - Campus Recreation
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