Coordinator for Sport Programs

Texas State University; San Marcos (TX); On-site; USD 41,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Professional development

Work-life balance resources

Retirement plan

Job summary

Texas State University in San Marcos seeks a Coordinator for Sport Programs to lead Competitive Sports within Campus Recreation. You will manage intramural sports, clubs, and special events, driving program growth and student engagement.

Responsibilities include supervising ~25 student staff, coordinating staff training, enforcing safety and risk management, and collaborating with marketing to promote programs campus-wide.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of professional work experience within campus recreation or related health/wellness field.
• Bachelor's degree in Recreation, Exercise Science, Health Education, Sport Management, Higher Education or related field.
• Current CPR, AED, First Aid and/or ability to obtain within 45 days.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the administration and operation of Competitive Sports Programs.
• Support lifecycle design, management and improvement of intramural sports and sport clubs.
• Coordinate program proposals, marketing and event execution throughout the academic year.
• Oversee daily operations of intramural and sport club programs and facilities.
• Recruit, hire, train, supervise and evaluate ~25 student staff and leaders.
• Develop safety trainings and ensure compliance with policies and risk management.

Skills

Experience in campus recreation

Health/wellness field background

CPR/First Aid

NIRSA membership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Recreation or related field

Job description

Location

San Marcos, TX

Employer

Texas State University

Position

Coordinator for Sport Programs

Posting Number

2027106

Department

Campus Recreation

Recruitment Type

Open Recruiting

Job Type

Full-Time

Monthly Salary

$3,690.83 - $4,083.33

Job Category

Exempt

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of professional work experience withincampus recreation or related
• health/wellness field.
• Bachelor's degree in Recreation, Exercise Science, HealthEducation, Sport Management, Higher Education or relatedfield.
• Current CPR, AED, First Aid and or ability to obtain within 45days.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Recreation, Exercise Science, HealthEducation, Sport Management, Higher Education or relatedfield.
• Active member in relevant professional organizations such asNIRSA Leaders in Collegiate Recreation

Job Description

This position will support the Assistant Director of CompetitiveSports in leading and managing the administration and operation ofthe Competitive Sports Programs in the pursuit of inspiring Bobcatsto be their best and create lasting memories.

Job Duties

Program and Development

Support student health and well-being by leading the fulllife-cycle of sport programs, by designing, managing, andcontinuously improving sport programs, including intramural sportsand sports clubs. Develop proposals and implement new ideas to improve operations and expand programs, services, and overallusage. Coordinate the proposal, marketing, and execution of sportprograms and special events throughout the academic year.

Program Operations

Enhance the student experience by overseeing the daily operationsof intramural and sport club programs and facilities bycoordinating facility supervision and implementing operationalpolicies and procedures to ensure consistency and quality ofservices. Implement and enforce operational policies and proceduresto ensure consistency and quality of services. Manage point-of-saleprocesses and related financial transactions.

Staff Development

Recruit, hire, train, supervise and evaluate approximately 25student staff, including but not limited to, officials, supervisorsand program leads. Conduct routine trainings and meetings withstudent staff and develop student staff schedules. Coordinate theimplementation of continuing education in-services for all Fitness& Wellness student staff.

Special Events

Collaborate with the marketing department to coordinate programpromotion to campus and community stakeholders. Coordinate theplanning, marketing, and execution of sport programs and specialevents. Support outreach efforts to enhance program visibility andengagement.

Assessment & Reporting

Develop and conduct assessments of program goals and outcomes.Analyze participation data and operational metrics to identifytrends to meet the growing needs of our students. Prepare reportsand summaries demonstrating program effectiveness and providedata-informed recommendations to support program improvements anddecision-making.

Budget & Risk Management

Support the development and management of the program area budgetin collaboration with the Assistant Director and use budgetforecasting to project payroll, equipment, operating expenses, and revenue. Purchase equipment and supplies in alignment with programneeds and guidelines. Monitor income and expenses to ensure fiscalresponsibility. Approve student staff time and ensure compliancewith payroll processes. Ensure compliance with safety standards andrisk management, including facility and equipment inspections.Support staff adherence to industry safety practices and CampusRecreation policies. Assist with safety trainings, drills, andcertifications, including CPR/AED/First Aid requirements

Other Duties

Other duties as assigned

Additional Information to Applicants

This position may require driving of university vehicles

Job Open Date

10/19/2026

Open Until Filled

Yes

Normal Work Days

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday,Friday

Normal Work Hours Start

8:00AM

Normal Work Hours End

5:00PM

Legal and Required Notices

Texas State University is committed to a policy ofnon-discrimination and equal opportunity for all persons regardlessof race, sex, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, age,marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basisprotected by federal or state law in employment, educationalprograms, and activities and admissions.

Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon theoutcome of record checks and verifications including, but notlimited to, criminal history, driving records, education records,employment verifications, reference checks, and employmenteligibility verifications.

In accordance with federal law, all new employees must complete theForm I-9 and provide acceptable documentation verifying their identity andauthorization to work in the United States. Texas State Universityparticipates in E-Verify, and employment is contingent upon thesuccessful verification of work authorization. Employees arerequired to maintain valid work authorization to satisfy theconditions of Form I9 at all times during their employment and theuniversity makes no implicit or explicit promises to financiallys support visa or permanent residency applications.

About Texas State and San Marcos

Texas State University is a emerging research institution locatedin the burgeoning Austin-San Antonio corridor and in the beautifulTexas Hill Country. It is the largest of eight campuses in theTexas State University System and one of the 75 largestuniversities in the country, with over 38,000 students andapproximately 4,000 faculty and staff

Texas State is located in San Marcos, a growing community of over50,000 people located about half way between Austin and SanAntonio. Texas State enjoys a setting that is unique among Texasuniversities. The beauty of the crystal-clear San Marcos River andthe stately cypress and pecan trees on the campus add to the charmof the university's picturesque setting. Our location on the banksof the San Marcos River provides outdoor recreational activitiesthroughout the year.

Why work @ Texas State?

• Amazing health insurance: various coverage options starting yourfirst day of employment for full-time employees with Texas Statepaying 100% of the employee premium and 50% for yourdependents!
• Generous paid time off: vacation, holidays, sick days and manymore!
• Excellent work life balance resources: mother and family-friendlyresources in addition to a comprehensive FREE wellnessprogram
• Great professional development opportunities: choose from avariety of workshops, training, online learning and even accesseducational leave opportunities and reimbursement for academiccourses
• An inclusive Bobcat community: join our many social networksoffered on and off-campus
• Retirement peace of mind: TRS pension, retirement plans andvoluntary saving options with generous employer contributions

About the Team

By joining the Texas State Bobcat team, you'll be a part of one of the most beautiful, diverse, and growing universities in the nation.