Sport Programs Coordinator

University Of Nebraska - Lincoln; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 43,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Leave benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Professional development

Diversity & inclusion

Continuous improvement

Job summary

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln is seeking a Sports Program Coordinator for Campus Recreation in Lincoln, NE. The role supports comprehensive sport and youth programs and leads program development and administration.

Responsibilities include overseeing compliance, advising sport club officers and volunteers, managing intramural/extramural leagues, and supervising 150-200 student employees. Evening/weekend availability is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree plus 1 year of professional experience developing and managing programs in a recreation setting.
• Proficiency with computer software necessary.
• Experience training and supervising college-age employees.
• Ability to work as part of a professional team and to collaborate effectively with colleagues.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills to relate to diverse campus and community groups.
• Current CPR /First Aid/ AED certification or ability to obtain within 2 months of employment.
• Valid Nebraska driver’s license and UNL Large Passenger Van Training or ability to obtain upon employment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the direction, development, and administration of comprehensive sport and youth programs.
• Oversee compliance and serve as the secondary adviser for sport club officers, participants, coaches, and volunteers.
• Manage the administration of leagues and participants within Intramural and Extramural Sports.
• Supervise and provide development opportunities for 1-3 graduate assistants/interns and 150-200 student employees.
• Work collaboratively with Campus Recreation and University Risk Management to ensure safe and effective programming.
• Must be able to work evenings and weekends.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

CPR/First Aid/AED

Driver's license

Computer software proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in recreation or related field

Master’s degree in recreation/physical education/sport management or related field

Tools

UNL Large Passenger Van Training

CPR/First Aid/AED training

Job description

We invest in our employees:

• Vacation and sick leave pay
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Continuous improvement and innovation
• Professional development through training and education
• A diverse and inclusive workplace

Ranked as one of the best employers in the state of Nebraska, the University of Nebraska is committed to providing a work environment and culture that fosters personal and professional success and satisfaction. By joining our team, you will be given opportunities to grow as an individual and contribute to the significant impact that we make within the University of Nebraska community and Nebraska’s economy each year.

Reporting to the Assistant Director for Sports Programs the Sports Program Coordinator at Campus Recreation is a key position which supports the success of the Comprehensive sports and youth programs offered.

The Sports Program Coordinator will:

• Assist in the direction, development, and administration of comprehensive sport and youth programs.
• Oversee compliance and serve as the secondary adviser for sport club officers, participants, coaches, and volunteers.
• Manage the administration of leagues and participants within Intramural and Extramural Sports.
• Supervise and provide development opportunities for 1-3 graduate assistants/interns and 150-200 student employees.
• Work collaboratively with Campus Recreation and University Risk Management to ensure safe and effective programming.

Must be able to work evenings and weekends.

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks to attract and retain a high performing and diverse workforce in which employees’ differences are respected and valued to better meet the varying needs of the diverse populations we serve. The university fosters a diverse and inclusive work environment that promotes collaboration so that all individuals are able to participate and contribute to their full potential. As an EO/AA employer, qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See: http://www.unl.edu/equity/notice-nondiscrimination.

Minimum Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree plus 1 year of professional experience (2 year graduate assistantship = 1 year) developing and managing programs in a recreation setting required. Proficiency with computer software necessary. Experience training and supervising college age employees required. Ability to work as part of a professional team and to collaborate effectively with colleagues required. Must have exceptional interpersonal skills to relate to diverse campus and community groups. Current CPR /First Aid/ AED certification or ability to obtain within 2 months of employment. Valid Nebraska driver’s license and UNL Large Passenger Van Training or ability to obtain upon employment.

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s degree in recreation, physical education, student personnel, sport management, elementary education, sociology, psychology or related field preferred. Experience developing and managing programs for youth and/or sport clubs in a university recreation setting desirable. Ability to manage programs largely dependent on self-generated income helpful. Demonstrated ability to assess programs preferred. FA/ CPR / AED Instructor certification or ability to obtain upon employment desirable.

Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required

Yes

Physical Required

No

Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances.

Criminal History Background Check Required

Yes

Posted Salary $48,000/yr. minimum

Job Type

Full-Time

Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5)

Some evenings and weekends required.

Work Location (City, State)

Lincoln, NE

For questions or accommodations related to this position contact

Brian Stelzer Assistant Dir for Sport Programs
[e-mail]
402-472-8869