Coordinator, Competitive Sports

University of Tampa; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Tuition

Wellness initiatives

Health Reimbursement Account

Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

On-Campus Parking

Job summary

The University of Tampa is seeking a Coordinator of Competitive Sports to oversee day-to-day operations of the sports program. This role reports to the Assistant Director, Competitive Sports and supports a large student-athlete community within Spartan Ready culture.

Responsibilities include staff supervision, budget management, and policy implementation to ensure safe, engaging activities for 3,500+ participants and 1,240+ club athletes, with evenings and weekends as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; master's preferred in related fields.
• Experience with club/intramural sports and knowledge of program components.
• Officiating experience at high school, recreational, or intramural levels.
• Strong communication with students, faculty and staff; problem solving skills.
• Familiarity with technologies like IMLeagues, Fusion, Connect2Concepts, When2Work; staff management experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist in hiring, training, and supervising multiple student staff and volunteers.
• Manage program finances and fund allocation for club teams and intramurals.
• Coordinate facilities, schedules, and travel policies for programs and events.
• Oversee risk management, safety procedures, and facility operations.
• Develop training for club volunteers, coaches, and officials; ensure policy updates.

Skills

Team leadership

Clear communication

Problem solving

Tech-savvy

Employee management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Tools

IMLeagues

Fusion

Connect2Concepts

When2Work

Workday

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Position Details

The Office of Campus Recreation at The University of Tampa has an opening for the position of Coordinator of Competitive Sports. This position is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the sports program. This position reports to the Assistant Director, Competitive Sports. As a member of the Office of Student Affairs, this position will uphold the values of data-informed practice, sense of belonging, overall well-being, professional staff development, retention and persistence, and Spartan Ready culture. The work of this position will intentionally align with strategic focus areas to advance the mission and vision of Student Affairs, which results in student learning and support for students to grow as global citizens.

This position is designated as an essential employee and may be required to report to work as scheduled when University offices are closed due to severe weather or other conditions.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the hiring, training, supervision, and development of (3) Student Coordinators of Competitive Sports, (4) Program Assistants, (25) Student Supervisors (Club and Intramural), (30) Intramural, Officials, Club Sport Officers, and a program with 20 clubs, 1,240+ club sport athletes and 3,500+ intramural participants.
• Engage and aid with the training and development of the Club Sports officers and participants through training and bi-weekly meetings. 3. Aids in the management of Competitive Sport program finances.
• Assist with the financial requests of 20 club teams.
• Assist with the allocating of funds for all club teams.
• Assist with the purchasing requests of intramural sports and club teams.
• Facilitates the development of club volunteers, coaches and advisors.
• Supports with the implementation of updates to club sport policies and procedures
• Supports with training and review of current travel and financial policies and procedures.
• Coordinates the review and training of club documents using the Involve platform (rosters, travel requests, funding requests, absence request and home event requests).
• Act as a risk manager for the Competitive Sports program.
• Continually develop and maintain systems to ensure safe conditions, operating procedures, and equipment for staff/participants.
• Assist in establishing policies and procedures for facilities and programs, and along with training and assessing staff on risk management skills and protocol.
• Facilitate the implementation and training of travel policies.
• Manage and maintain inventory of all Competitive Sports apparel and equipment.
• Coordinate home games and practice schedules with club leaders, and primary schedule for facility utilization.
• Coordinate marketing, social media and publicity efforts for the Competitive Sports program.
• Conduct regular reviews, evaluations, surveys, assessments and reports of programs and facilities.
• Coordinate the administration of Intramural Sports leagues (12), tournaments (6), and (4) special events.
• Coordinate the training and development of 30 intramural officials.
• Attend trainings and fully engage in learning and utilizing university-wide technology, specifically Workday, and other department specific technology platforms.
• Contribute to a work environment that encourages knowledge of, respect for, and development of skills to engage with those of other cultures and backgrounds.
• Develop and manage staff schedules to ensure adequate coverage for events and activities. Adjust schedules as needed based on program demands and budget constraints. Assist with payroll approval for accuracy and timeliness.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required, Master's degree preferred. Preference given to Exercise Science, Health Science, Recreation Management, Sport Management, Student Affairs, or related fields.
• Experience working or volunteering with club sports and intramural sports and knowledge of day-to-day components. 3. Officiating experience at any of the following levels, High School, Recreational League and/or Intramural Sports. 4. Must be able to communicate clearly with students, faculty and staff. 5. Must be able to critically think and solve problems in an efficient and effective manner.
• Previous experience with technology such as IMLeagues, Fusion, Connect2Concepts, When2Work or similar programs.
• Experience managing student, part-time and/or full-time employees.
• Must have or attain (within 90 days of employment) a valid CPR/AED and First Aid Instructor Certification from the American Red Cross.
• Knowledge of or the ability to learn quickly The University of Tampa software programs such as Workday and Microsoft Office.
• Willingness to embrace new technologies and innovative organizational practices.

Background Check Requirements

Finalists may be required to submit to a criminal background check. Some positions may also require a motor vehicle report and/or a credit report.

Work Schedule

Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Summer - Monday through Thursday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Flexibility to work and manage events during evenings, late nights and weekends.

The University Of Tampa Offers Great Benefits To Include:

• FREE Tuition
• Generous paid leave
• Wellness initiatives
• 100% Employer-Funded Health Reimbursement Account
• 100% Employer-Paid Short & Long Term Disability Insurance
• 100% Employer-Funded Employee Assistance Program
• Discounted On-Campus Dining Meal Plans
• FREE On-Campus Parking
• Access to Campus Amenities
• Fitness Center
• Pet Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• And more!

Additional Information

This description is intended to be generic in nature. It is not to determine specific duties and responsibilities for any particular position. Essential functions and overtime eligibility may vary based on the specific task assigned to the position.