Intramural Sports Coordinator

Syracuse; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 29,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Syracuse University’s Barnes Center at The Arch seeks an Intramural Sports Coordinator to manage the intramural program and supervise student staff. The role supports students and campus members, coordinating team and individual sports, events, scheduling, and risk management on a primarily on-campus schedule.

The position emphasizes program development, policy enforcement, and strong teamwork within a diverse campus community; evening hours and weekend flexibility are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Recreation or related field.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience working in university recreation programs or a related facility.
• Minimum of 1 year’s experience supervising student employees.

Responsibilities

• Assist with supervising operations of the intramural program, including team and individual sports and events.
• Interact with program participants and provide onsite supervision for major team sports (basketball, soccer, football, volleyball).
• Enforce policies and procedures for intramural participation.
• Resolve sporting behavior and disciplinary issues.
• Assist with risk management and customer service plans; coordinate Emergency Action Plans while on duty.
• Assist with hiring, training, and supervising 70 student employees; support professional development and mentoring.
• Assist with budgeting, payroll, and equipment purchases.

Skills

Staff development

Mentoring

Program development

Leadership

Conflict resolution

Diversity & inclusion

Interpersonal skills

Planning & organization

Teamwork

Scheduling knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Recreation or related field

Job description

Syracuse University is committed to delivering an exceptional student experience through vibrant, engaged campus communities. This position is based at the above campus location and requires regular in-person presence to support our students, collaborate with colleagues, and contribute to our thriving academic environment. Syracuse University values the collaboration, mentorship, and spontaneous connections that happen when our community works together on campus. Remote work arrangements are limited in accordance with University policy.

Pay Range

Pay Range $20.96 - $22.45

Pay rates at Syracuse University are based on a combination of factors including, but not limited to, the job responsibilities; the candidate’s education, training, work experience and key competencies; the university’s strategic priorities; internal peer equity; applicable federal, state, local laws, grant funding and contractual requisites; and external market analyses.

Staff Level S4

FLSA Status

Non-exempt

Hours

Primary work schedule during the academic year: Sunday – Thursday, 2:00pm – 11:00pm.

Variable work schedule. Evening and weekend work required. Hours may vary based on operational needs.

Job Type

Full-time

Unionized Position Code

Not Applicable

Job Description

The Barnes Center at The Arch is Syracuse University’s integrated health and wellness center which incorporates Counseling, Health, Health Promotion and Recreation. The Intramural Sports Coordinator, within Recreation, reports to the Assistant Director for Intramural Sports and manages daily operations of the Intramural Sports program. This position will provide a diverse array of services that will attract participation from a broad spectrum of students and members of the university community.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Recreation or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience working in university recreation programs or a related facility.
• Minimum of 1 year’s experience supervising student employees.

Skills and Knowledge

• Knowledge in staff development, positive culture building, and mentoring of student employees.
• Skill in program development, leadership building, and conflict resolution.
• Ability to work effectively within an ethnically and culturally diverse community.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Excellent planning and organization skills.
• Excellent teamwork skills.
• Knowledge of sports scheduling and program budgeting.
• Knowledge of sports rules, facility and equipment needs for intramural sports.
• Sports officiating experience.

Responsibilities

Program Operations

• Assist with supervising operations of the comprehensive intramural program, including team sports, individual sports, and special events.
• Interact with program participants.
• Provide onsite supervision for intramural activities, particularly major team sports (basketball, soccer, football, and volleyball).
• Enforce established policies and procedures relating to intramural participation.
• Resolve sporting behavior and disciplinary issues.
• Assist with implementing risk management and customer service plans.
• Coordinate Emergency Action Plans while on duty.

Student Staff Supervision

• Assist with hiring, training, supervising, scheduling, developing, and evaluating 70 student employees working in the intramural program.
• Create, encourage, and support professional development opportunities for student staff, including training programs, professional association involvement, research, conferences, and individual mentoring.
• Create interactive quizzes and presentations to educate and train team leaders in their responsibilities.

Budget and Payroll

• Process payroll for the intramural program accurately and within established timelines and guidelines.
• Assist with management of the intramural budget in accordance with university and departmental policies.
• Research and purchase equipment and supplies.
• Accurately forecast, track, and record expenditures.

Scheduling and Registration

• Manage the IM Leagues web-based scheduling and participant registration program for intramural activities.
• Maintain accurate program information for the departmental website.

Assessment

• Assist with implementing and assessing policies and procedures.
• Assist with assessing programs and services by collecting data relating to program operations, participation numbers, and participant satisfaction and learning.

Physical Requirements

Must be able to lift and move sports equipment

Tools/Equipment

Not Applicable

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