Coordinator Competitive Sports & Youth Programs AS7082

Oklahoma State University; Stillwater (OK); On-site; USD 45,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Oklahoma State University is seeking a leader for Competitive Sports within the Department of Wellness in Stillwater. The role oversees intramural sports, sport clubs, and youth programs, serving thousands of participants yearly.

You will provide strategic leadership, mentor student staff, manage risk initiatives, and build campus partnerships. Required qualifications include a Bachelor's in Leisure Studies or Recreation Management and at least one year of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Leisure Studies, Recreation Management, or related field by start date.
• One year of professional experience in administering or assisting with a competitive sports program.

Responsibilities

• Oversee intramural sports, sport clubs, and youth programs.
• Manage budgets and travel processes for teams and events.
• Coordinate leagues, tournaments, and other events.
• Supervise and develop student employees and volunteers.
• Ensure safe and effective program delivery and risk management.

Skills

Microsoft Office

League scheduling software

Written communication

Verbal communication

Teamwork

Lift 50 lbs

Education

Bachelor's in Leisure Studies or Recreation Management

Master's in Leisure Studies or Recreation Management (preferred)

Tools

IMLeagues

Staff training

Job description

Campus

OSU-Stillwater

Contact Name & Email

Daniel Fragel, [e-mail]

Work Schedule

Monday through Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm with occasional evenings and weekends.

Appointment Length

Regular Continuous/Until Further Notice

Hiring Range

$45,000 - $56,000

Salary

Priority Application Date

While applications will be accepted until a successful candidate has been hired, interested parties are encouraged to submit their materials by 2026-11-10 to ensure full consideration.

Special Instructions to Applicants

For full consideration, please include a resume, cover letter and contact information for three professional references.

About This Position

Join Oklahoma State University's Department of Wellness as a leader within Competitive Sports. This position oversees Intramural Sports, Sport Clubs, and Youth Programs, serving thousands of participants annually through engaging recreational experiences. The successful candidate will provide strategic program leadership, mentor student staff and graduate assistants, manage risk and safety initiatives, and build strong partnerships across campus.

Key responsibilities include administering sport club operations, managing budgets and travel processes, coordinating leagues, tournaments, and events, supervising and developing student employees, and ensuring safe and effective program delivery. This role offers an exciting opportunity to shape student experiences, cultivate student leaders, and contribute to a vibrant campus community dedicated to wellness and engagement.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Leisure Studies, Recreation Management, or related field (degree must be conferred on or before agreed upon start date)
• One year of professional experience administering or assisting with a competitive sports program.

A two-year Graduate Assistantship will be considered one year of professional experience.

Additional post-secondary education beyond requirements may substitute for years of required experience.

Skills, Proficiencies, And/or Knowledge:

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, familiar with league scheduling software and related staff training. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Strong commitment to teamwork. Ability to lift/move 50 lbs occasionally.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's Leisure Studies, Recreation Management, or related field
• Minimum 2 years of experience working in the administration of a college competitive sports (intramural & club sports) program. Experience working with children in a summer camp setting.

Skills, Proficiencies, And/or Knowledge:

Prefer candidate with a working knowledge of league scheduling software IMLeagues, computer tracking of game results and member eligibility. Certified high school or college official in at least one or more of the following sports (football, basketball, soccer, softball, or volleyball). Demonstrated background in the training of sports officials and knowledge of NIRSA sport rules. NIRSA member and experience with extramural events. Knowledge of working with children in a summer camp setting.