Competitive Sports Coordinator

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign; Urbana (IL); On-site; USD 54,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign is seeking a Competitive Sports Coordinator for Campus Recreation. You will oversee intramurals, club sports, and a comprehensive 8-week summer youth program, serving students, faculty, staff, and the community.

This role emphasizes inclusive, safe, and engaging experiences across campus. The position involves budgeting, scheduling, staff supervision, official trainings, and partnerships, with a requirement of a Bachelor's degree and at least 1 year in

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field required.
• At least 1 year of higher education intramural/club sports or summer camp experience.
• Strong communication and leadership skills expected.

Responsibilities

• Manage intramurals program with diverse staff and participants.
• Develop, schedule, and promote intramural and club sport offerings.
• Coordinate summer camp and community program initiatives.
• Assist with payroll for part-time staff and student staff.
• Maintain risk management plans and industry best practices.

Skills

Effective communication

Staff supervision

Planning & scheduling

Team collaboration

Budget management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Higher Education, Recreation, Sports and Tourism or related field

Tools

Fusion Play

Job description

Competitive Sports Coordinator

Department of Campus Recreation

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Assistant Director, responsible for the management of Campus Recreation's competitive sports program including intramurals and club sports for all students, faculty/staff, and other eligible participants. Responsible for assisting with all of Campus Recreation's community programs including a comprehensive 8-week summer camp for local youth.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Intramurals
  • Work closely with the Assistant Director of Competitive Sports and Community Programs and the Community Programs Coordinator to offer an inclusive, innovative, and accessible Intramural Activities program.
  • Under the direction of the Assistant Director of Competitive Sports and Community Programs, assist with training, developing, evaluating, scheduling, managing, and promoting numerous part-time student staff positions
  • Under the direction of the Assistant Director of Competitive Sports and Community Programs, assist with planning, developing, scheduling, and maintaining a comprehensive Intramural Program
  • Collaborate with other university and Campus Recreation departments for the successful implementation of new programming effort.
  • Assist with coordination of program outreach efforts and initiate new campus partnerships.
  • Maintain a working knowledge of industry trends and present new initiatives each semester.
  • Disseminate established risk management plans and ensure that they are implemented effectively.
  • Recommend new ideas, sports, and opportunities for the growth of intramural activities
  • Develop, attend and evaluate all sport official's trainings for intramural activities
  • Assist in the creation of the semester sport calendar, participant rewards, and weekly staff meetings
  • Serve as primary back-up for payroll for all part-time staff within intramural activities.
• Community Programs
  • Develop, coordinate, manage, and evaluate Campus Recreation's 8 week summer camp and other community program initiatives.
  • Hire, train, evaluate, promote student community programs staff tasked with organizing and managing all community program offerings.
  • Schedule, plan, and implement reservations for all community program offerings.
  • Assist in the creation of summer camp policies, pricing packages, and employee handbooks.
  • Maintain a working knowledge of industry trends and present new initiatives each summer.
  • Evaluate program satisfaction and needs assessment annually and implement strategies for retention and growth.
  • Assist with planning and implementation of Community Program events during the school year as needed.
  • Support the University of Illinois' commitment to child abuse prevention as a mandatory reporter.
• Club Sports
  • Assist the Assistant Director as needed to structure an organized and equitable Club Sport program.
  • Work cooperatively with Campus Recreation and Student Engagement staff to assist with the administration of over 40 club sports as needed.
  • Collaborate with multiple different Campus Recreation areas to provide a cohesive club sports practice schedule.
  • Serve as primary back-up for payroll for all part-time staff within club sports.
• Departmental Duties
  • Manage an annual budget for competitive sports and community programs.
  • Attend state and regional professional development conferences and workshops.
  • Support and engage with NIRSA sport tournaments for yearly professional development
  • Serve on Department, Division and/or University committees as assigned.
  • Manage special projects that support the overall mission of Campus Recreation.
  • Participate as a member of the Campus Recreation professional staff in the development and implementation of policies and procedures.
  • Participate in the development of programs, departmental objectives, and long-range planning by performing research, providing recommendations, and implementing plans as appropriate.
  • Follow University and department cash handling policies and procedures.
  • Enforce and maintain Campus Recreation policies and procedures as they pertain to usage of facilities on campus.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

When working, the employee may be exposed to a variety of environmental factors to include, but not limited to, hot or cold weather. In performing the functions of this position, the employee may be subjected to various physical demands including ability to move, transfer and/or transport items that may occasionally weigh up to twenty-five (25) pounds, and twisting, pushing and pulling movements.

Work Schedule, Travel, or Other Job Expectations

To perform the functions of this position, the employee will be required to perform work in an office, outside, or within facilities that are served, and must have the capability to travel from one location to the other in a timely fashion. Position requires flexibility to a variable work schedule due to events and special programming.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Higher Education, Recreation, Sports and Tourism or related field.
• One (1) year (12 months) in education, training and/or work experience in higher education intramural or club sports, and/or summer camps.

Preferred Qualifications

• Comprehensive and detailed knowledge of Intramural, club sport, and summer camp programs.
• Experience leading intramural, club sport, or summer camp programs.
• Experience supervising intramural staff and summer camp counselors.
• Experience working with students.
• Experience training officials' clinics.
• Experience with Fusion, Fusion Play, or participant registration software.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Skill in effective communication.
• Ability to adjust actions in relation to others' actions.
• Ability to understand information and presented ideas.
• Ability to develop goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish work.
• Ability to work effectively with staff, the public, and outside constituency groups.
• Ability to effectively plan, delegate, and supervise the work of others.
• Ability to utilize various computer software packages, such as accounting software, query, etc.
• Ability to work independently to analyze and develop guidelines, procedures and systems.

Appointment Information

This is a 100% full-time Civil Service 5002 - Program Coordinator position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after 11/8/2026. The budgeted salary for this position is $54,000 - $58,000. This position is not eligible for any type of sponsorship for work authorization.

For more information on Civil Service classifications, please visit the SUCSS web site at https://www.sucss.illinois.gov/pages/classspec/default.aspx.

Application Procedures & Deadline Information

Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (Central Time) on October 13, 2026.

About the University

At the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign – the state's flagship public university and one of the world's leading research institutions – every staff member helps shape what's next. Founded in 1867, Illinois is home to a vibrant community of 59,000 students from all 50 states and 129 countries, supported by 15 colleges and instructional units, more than 20 research institutes, and one of the most comprehensive student service ecosystems in the nation. Whether you're empowering first‑generation students, fueling breakthrough innovation, or strengthening communities across Illinois and beyond, your work here has a far‑reaching and deeply meaningful impact. The university offers a highly competitive benefits package designed to support your well‑being, growth, and financial security. Join a top 10 public university that has launched over 330 startups and continues to redefine excellence – where the Illinois Value Proposition ensures that your contributions are recognized, your potential is nurtured, and your career can thrive.

Champaign-Urbana

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position; however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.

This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non‑discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E‑Verify.

Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Accommodations may also be requested on the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, and related conditions, or religion. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodation portal, or by contacting the Office for Access & Equity at 217-333-0885, option #1, or [e-mail].

Requisition ID: 1038347

Job Category: Professional and Administrative

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