Intramural Official (Student)

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

American University is seeking an Intramural Sports Official to enforce the rules of the game and maintain control of events. This part-time position is open only to enrolled AU students and offers roughly 12 hours per week, with a pay rate of $18.40 per hour.

Responsibilities include wearing the proper uniform, timely shifts, field teardown, emergency protocol adherence, and clear communication with staff.

Qualifications

• Understand and demonstrate a proficiency in enforcement of all Intramural policies and procedures.
• Demonstrate an understanding of all IM sport specific rules.
• Have the ability to work hours during evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Wear proper uniform and represent the department in a professional manner.
• Report to all scheduled shifts on time (15 minutes prior to the start of the games).
• Inspect and assist with teardown of field/court of play at the end of each game, including trash clean-up and lost and found.
• Understand and implement emergency protocol and procedures as needed.
• Maintain positive and effective communication with patrons, co-workers and management.
• Conduct a pregame meeting.
• Highlight points of emphasis, answer questions, and emphasize sportsmanship.
• Report all facility abuse or participant discipline problems with detailed written reports.

Education

Understand and demonstrate a proficiency in enforcement of Intramural policies and procedures

Ability to work evenings and weekends

Job description

Work Where You Learn: Build Experience, Grow Skills, andContribute to Your University Community.

This position is available only to enrolled American University students.

Most student positions at American University are eligible to use Federal Work Study (FWS) awards, with a few exceptions. FWS funds cannot be applied to janitorial, construction, partisan or sectarian positions. For information or questions regarding FWS funds, please contact American University's Office of Financial Aid.

Department:

Competitive Sports Programs

Time Type:

Part time

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

Job Description:

Summary:

The Intramural Sports Official is responsible for enforcing the rules of the game while also maintaining control of the sporting event by not letting player or fan conduct become demonstrative or domineering.

Essential Functions:

• Wear proper uniform and represent the department in a professional manner.
• Report to all scheduled shifts on time (15 minutes prior to the start of the games(s)). If unable to work scheduled shifts, the official is responsible for securing a sub of equal competence.
• Inspect and assist with teardown of field/court of play at the end of each game, including trash clean-up and lost and found.
• Understand and implement (as needed) Rec. Sports & Fitness emergency protocol and procedures.
• Maintain positive and effective communication with patrons, co-workers and management.
• Conduct a pregame meeting.
• Highlight points of emphasis, answer any questions, and emphasize sportsmanship.
• Report all facility abuse or participant discipline problems to the supervisor. In conjunction with the IM Supervisor document through written (clearly legible) report(s) all ejections and serious issues. Reports must be detailed including exact verbiage (verbatim) of the participant(s). Reports must be professionally written.
• Attend all mandatory trainings and meetings.
• Work a varied schedule to include days, nights, and weekends.
• Communicate effectively with the Coordinator of Intramural Sports including but not limited to regularly checking e-mail and returning phone calls.
• Conduct oneself in a manner that is befitting of an official, member of Recreational Sports and Fitness, and student of American University.
• Assume all other duties as assigned.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

• Part-time.
• 12 hours per week.

Salary Range:

• $18.40 per hour.

Required Education and Experience:

• Understand and demonstrate a proficiency in enforcement of all Intramural policies and procedures. Demonstrate an understanding of all IM sport specific rules.
• Have the ability to work hours during evenings and weekends.

Other Details

• This position is available only to enrolled American University students.
• Please note this job announcement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
• American University is an E-Verify employer.
• Visit https://www.american.edu/hr/ for additional information about American University employment and benefits.

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