Position Details
Position Information
| Requisition Number |
S4213P |
| Home Org Name |
Recreation and Wellness |
| Division Name |
Student Affairs |
| Position Title |
Recreation & Wellness Coordinator- Competitive Sports |
| Job Class Code |
AE54 |
| Appointment Status |
Full-time |
| Part-time FTE |
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| Limited Term |
No |
| Limited Term Length |
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| Job Summary |
The Division of Student Affairs at Auburn University is seeking candidates for Recreation & Wellness-Competitive Sports to assist in the oversight of educational and recreational opportunities for students, faculty, and staff provided by the university's intramural and club sports program (competitive sports).
Auburn Recreation and Wellness boasts over 40 acres of both natural and artificial playing surfaces for Intramurals and Club Sport events. Auburn Competitive Sports offers ~20 leagues and tournaments for year-round opportunities for students, faculty and staff to participate.
Why Should
YOU Choose Auburn University?
Auburn University was named a "Best in Alabama" employer by Forbes! Our employee longevity speaks for itself, with employees staying an average of ten years.
Competitive state benefits including retirement plan vesting at 10 years of service, generous leave accrual, and parental leave opportunity.
Auburn University tuition assistance for yourself and your dependents. Employees can take 15 hours of classes for free, and dependents receive a 50% tuition waiver.
It's a Lifestyle: The Auburn/Opelika area is a page right out of Southern Living magazine with an idyllic small-town feel, perfecting a unique balance between a close-knit community and driving consistent growth and development. Paralleling the exponential growth of Auburn University, the Auburn/Opelika area boasts services and amenities that cater to any interest. We're proud of our top school systems, city services, award-winning restaurants, and the infectious spirit of life in a college town. You can find us nestled halfway between the beach and the mountains in a lower-cost-of-living area, two hours outside of Atlanta or Birmingham. If you're new to Auburn, we'd love to introduce you. If you're already acquainted with Auburn, we'll keep it simple: it's time to come home! |
| Essential Functions |
- Recruit, hire, and train 70~ competitive sports student staff, including supervisors and assistants.
- Play a pivotal role in shaping the next generation of student officials by leading initiatives in training, development, and education. Through mentorship and guidance, this role not only equips student officials with the expertise to succeed but also inspires and supports those aspiring to advance and excel in their officiating careers, fostering a legacy of excellence and professionalism.
- Prioritize training and development of student staff using a combination of in person, virtual, or email-based avenues for advanced training to retain and support staff.
- Communicate and interact with Recreation and Wellness employees in a positive and encouraging manner.
- Coordinate with other campus departments such as Greek Life, Student Conduct, Auburn CARES, and WEGL to collaborate for special events within the competitive sports program.
- Utilizing scheduling software IMleagues, create, schedule, and maintain leagues for all intramural sports.
- Establish annual club pages for all clubs within Recreation and Wellness to ensure all participants are registered.
- Communicate with assigned club officers to continue to grow and develop a comprehensive club sports program of 40+ teams.
- Engage with competitive sports professionals within the state, region, and national level to discuss latest trends within Competitive Sports. Utilize the connections from NIRSA to continue developing as a professional and leader within Recreation & Wellness.
- Manage Kronos payroll to ensure accuracy and submit all proper documentation to the business administrator in a timely manner.
- Manage facilities, equipment, and supplies for Competitive Sports by maintaining an accurate inventory of equipment and supplies. Purchasing and tracking replacement equipment and supplies as necessary to ensure the safety for all competitive sports participants. Ensures that program budgets are in compliance with University and Department guidelines, policy and procedures. Assists in the monitoring of expense budgets pertaining to the intramural and club sports areas.
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Minimum Qualifications
| Minimum Qualifications |
Bachelor's degree in Recreation, Recreation Administration, Physical Education, Business, Exercise Science, or related field.
Level I - Bachelor's degree
Level II - Bachelor's degree plus 2 years of experience in sports or recreational programming working in a collegiate/community recreational environment.
Level III - Bachelor's degree plus 4 years of experience in sports or recreational programming working in a collegiate/community recreational environment.
Substitutions allowed for Education:
8 years of experience in sports or recreational programming working in a collegiate/community recreational environment accepted in lieu of education requirement.
Substitutions allowed for Experience:
Graduate degrees accepted in lieu of experience for advance levels, at a rate of one year relevant education per year of required experience. |
Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications
| Minimum Skills and Abilities |
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| Minimum Technology Skills |
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| Minimum License and Certifications |
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Desired Qualifications
| Desired Qualifications |
- Experience in programming leagues and tournaments, facility scheduling, youth, high school or collegiate officiating.
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Posting Detail Information
| Salary Range |
$35,390 - $67,990 |
| Job Category |
Student Affairs |
| Working Hours if Non-Traditional |
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| City position is located in: |
Auburn |
| State position is located: |
AL |
| List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position |
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| Posting Date |
02/03/2025 |
| Closing Date |
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| EEO Statement |
AUBURN
UNIVERSITY IS AN
AFFIRMATIVE
ACTION/
EQUAL
OPPORTUNITY
EMPLOYER. It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. The Office of Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity (AA/
EEO) strives to ensure an inclusive and equitable working, living, and learning environment for members of the Auburn University community. Please visit their
website to learn more. |
| Special Instructions to Applicants |
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| Quick Link for Internal Postings |
https://www.auemployment.com/postings/50704 |
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Auburn
$35,390 - $67,990
parental leave, tuition assistance, retirement plan
Feb 21, 2025