The Department of Campus Recreation in the Division of Student Affairs at Utah State University seeks a positive, collaborative, and dynamic individual to join our team as our Coordinator of Club Sports (Program Coordinator II). Reporting directly to the Associate Director of Programs & Assessment, the Coordinator of Competitive Sports - Club Sports is responsible for the development, coordination, implementation, and daily operations of all aspects of the Utah State University Club Sports programs. This individual will be a key team member of the Campus Recreation Department, which provides aquatic programs, club sports, fitness/wellness, intramurals, outdoor recreation, special events, extramurals, summer camp, and collaborative programs.

Program Management

• Provide day-to-day management of 28 club sport teams. Serve as primary point of contact for Utah State Club Sports for all University officers, coaches, and student leaders.
• Develop policies and procedures for overall Club Sports program.
• Compile, prepare, and maintain records for Club Sports budget, practice schedules, home games, and roster management.
• Upkeep and maintain all participant waivers, injuries, and incident reports.
• Coordinate the hiring process for all club sport coaches and volunteers
• Responsible for the hiring, training, and supervising of student staff supervisors.
• Maintain accurate records of the club sport budget & points and communicate to club officers about their status regularly.
• Develop and maintain club sport manual as well as club sport supervisor staff manual.
• Become proficient in the use of Fusion, WhentoWork, DoSportsEasy, and Connect2Concepts software as they relate to program administration and management.
• Responsible for inventory and maintaining all Club Sports equipment as well as medical supplies in the trainer room and club sport medical bags.
• Assist in the development and implementation of risk management protocols for Club Sports events and programs.
• Utilize Go4Ellis to recruit and hire medical training services for all high impact club sports events, baseline testing, and treatment hours.
• Provide leadership and direction for Esports clubs.
• Partner with appropriate academic units to expand Esports offerings.
• Collaborate with Coordinator of Competitive Sports – Intramurals to provide open recreation and intramural Esports activities.
• Collaborate with the Assistant Director of Healthy Lifestyle Programs & Community Engagement on the planning and management of Campus
• Recreation Special Events including wellness fairs, Turkey Trot 5k, Speed Triathlon, and other events.
• Understand and represent the mission and vision of Utah State University Campus Recreation Department.
• Work evening and weekends when necessary, regarding Club Sports events and games.
• Assist with the marketing and promotion of the club sports programs.

Personnel Management

• Responsible for the recruitment, hiring, training, and evaluation of club sport supervisors.
• Ensure delivery of a comprehensive student development program for student staff within Campus Recreation Programs.

Budget Management

• Research, develop, monitor, and adhere to the Club Sports program budgets.
• Oversee program payroll, tracking, and approvals.

Research & Assessment

• Evaluate all Club Sports programs and services to determine overall effectiveness and satisfaction to decide on possible changes as deemed appropriate.
• Assist in the development and implementation of the Club Sports and overall department research and assessment agenda to include development of student and program learning outcomes.

Other

• Prepare written communications such as monthly reports, annual reports, participation statistics, etc.
• Actively participate on a variety of Campus Recreation, University, and national association committees as assigned/obtained.
• This position description indicates the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to the position.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduation from a four-year college or university with two years of work experience OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Work varying hours including early mornings, late evenings, and weekends.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree with a major in sports management, recreation administration, physical education, kinesiology/exercise science, business administration, or a related field
• Master’s degree in related field of Sports Management or Athletic Training
• Certified Athletic Trainer
• Two years of professional experience developing Club Sport programming in a collegiate recreation setting (including Graduate Assistantship).
• Standard Red Cross First Aid, CPR, AED and/or instructor certification
• Active involvement in NIRSA – Leaders in Collegiate Recreation or National Athletic Trainers Association
• Broad-based technical knowledge and skills to related athletic training and sports injuries

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Administration, personnel & organizational management knowledge
• Knowledge and skills for Budgeting
• Skilled in the use of personal computers and related software applications.
• Principles of superior customer service, and effective marketing
• Ability to interact with students, faculty and/or staff in a team environment

Along with the online application, please attach:

1. Resume to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under “Resume/CV”
2. Cover Letter to be typed/pasted at the end of your application 

**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**

Employees work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants, but not, necessarily, occasional temperature changes.  The employee is regularly required to sit and often uses repetitive hand motions.

Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah’s premier land-grant and space-grant university, with a strong commitment to excellence, access, and inclusion. USU serves approximately 27,500 students throughout the state at three residential campuses, eight statewide campuses, and 23 education centers. USU Online has served students from all 50 states and 55 countries for over 25 years, and USU Extension provides outreach and service to all counties in Utah.  

As a land-grant university, USU engages communities and empowers people to lead successful lives of involvement, innovation, and impact. As an R1 research institution, USU provides a high-quality undergraduate and graduate education at an affordable price. Washington Monthly has consistently ranked USU in the top 10 among public universities for contribution to social mobility, research, and public service.  

Utah State is committed to cultivating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive community where different perspectives, values, cultures, and identities are acknowledged, welcomed, and valued. We seek to recruit, hire, and retain people from all walks of life who will champion excellence in education, research, discovery, outreach, and service. We believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be successful. Learn more about USU. 

The university provides a Dual Career Assistance Program to support careers for partners who are also seeking employment. Additionally, USU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, contact the university’s ADA Coordinator in the Office of Human Resources at (435) 797-0122 or hr@usu.edu. 

About the Region

U.S. News and World Report ranked Utah first for its strong economy, fiscal stability, education, and health care. Outstanding outdoor recreational opportunities abound throughout the state, including five national parks, 43 state parks and recreation areas, and 15 alpine ski resorts. The home of USU’s main campus, Logan, is a city of 54,000-plus people in a picturesque mountain valley 80 miles north of Salt Lake City. The Logan metro area claimed the top spot in the Milken Institute’s 2022 ranking for best-performing small cities in the nation. 

*updated 7/2023

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The following individuals have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations and/or USU’s non-discrimination policies:

Executive Director of the Office of Equity Matthew Pinner, discrimination@usu.edu, Distance Education Rm. 401, 435-797-1266

Title IX Coordinator Cody Carmichael, titleix@usu.edu, Distance Education Rm. 404, 435-797-1266

Mailing address: 5100 Old Main Hill, Logan, UT 84322

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