Coordinator - Competitive Sports & Student Development

Overview CENTERS, LLC is a professional management firm specializing in facility, operation, and program management for higher education. CENTERS' management approach is customized for each client yet retains our uniform quality. Our firm unites site staff with a centralized administrative team, each contributing to the firm's goals and client needs. The CENTERS team is innovative, entrepreneurial, trail-blazing, and ambitious for both CENTERS and our clients. Commitment to the well-being, security, and future of our employees is a priority. View the comprehensive information about the competitive benefits package on our careers page then scroll down to CENTERS Benefits (click link to view). Responsibilities Job Summary The Coordinator - Competitive Sports & Student Development is responsible for the administration of the intramural sport and sport club programs. The coordinator will collaborate with campus partners and department teammates to plan, schedule, and administer these programs. In addition, the coordinator will give direction to ensure a department-wide student development experience. This position works on-site at the Jacksonville State University Recreation and Fitness Center client location. Located in the Appalachian foothills almost midway between Birmingham and Atlanta, Jax State has grown from very humble beginnings as a state teachers college in 1883 into the Alabama regional university with the highest percentage of accredited programs. Essential Functions Develop, schedule, and register participants for intramural and club programsTrain officiating mechanics and game, conflict & risk management skillsDevelop and communicate intramural sport rules and program participation policies & procedures; Develop and communicate club policies & proceduresSupervise competitive sport contests and provide staff with on-site evaluationsManage and inventory intramural sport equipment and suppliesEvaluate performance and program effectiveness; Ensure programs stay in line with all the current trends and rulesResponsible for the operating, preparation, forecasting and monitoring of income and expense budgets as it relates to program areaPrepare regular written communication such as monthly and annual reports, financial and participation reports and equipment inventory reports Staff Supervision Hire, manage, train and supervise intramural officials, supervisorsResponsible for approving timecards and preparing necessary documents/reports in preparation for payroll Site-Specific Responsibilities Lead the comprehensive employee orientation and in-service training programCoordinate employee recognition programs; responsible for planning and executing the end of the year staff recognitionManage the department's student employee appraisal processAdvise the student employee advisory committee Qualifications Education & Experience Bachelor’s degree or 4 or more years of work experience requiredExperience working in higher education, recreation, or sportsDemonstrated experience in managing and organizing intramurals and/or clubsOfficiating experience preferred Skills & Abilities Leadership and supervisory abilitiesAbility to work as part of a professional team that collaborates effectively with colleaguesEntrepreneurial spirit and enthusiasmAnalytical skills to: identify problems, assess alternatives, render consistent, logical decisionsAbility to write concise, logical reportsAbility to work independentlyAbility to thrive in an environment that values high expectations, accountability, and balanced lifestylesCurrent American Red Cross CPR/AED/FA certification (or willing to obtain) Work Environment and Physical Demands Work Environment Office environment/sports environmentNon-smoking environment Moderate to loud noiseBe able to line field spaces when neededRegional and national travel as requiredEvening or weekend work as required Physical Demands Sitting at desk or table for at least 60% of the work dayMust be able to traverse throughout buildings, sports fields, and campus. Regularly ascending/descending building levels and occasionally ladders or stools.Must be able to lift, move and set up items weighing as much as 30 lbs.Must be able to discuss, converse with, and exchange accurate information with patrons, staff, stakeholders, etc.