Club Sports Coordinator (CS25-221)

Description

Join Our Team as the Club Sports Coordinator!

Are you passionate about sports, student engagement, and creating unforgettable experiences? We’re looking for an energetic and dynamic Club Sports Coordinator to help lead and shape a thriving Club Sports program! Under the guidance of the Associate Director of Recreational Programs, you'll be the mastermind behind planning, developing, and bringing to life an exciting and diverse array of sports programs for our students.

What You'll Be Doing

• Program Planning & Development: You’ll help create and implement a fun, safe, and inclusive environment for over 700 student-athletes across more than 30 club sports. From scheduling practices to overseeing tournaments, you’ll be there every step of the way!
• Compliance & Risk Management: You’ll ensure our programs run smoothly and meet all academic and eligibility requirements, while keeping the safety and well-being of participants a top priority.
• Facility & Event Management: Help oversee our incredible Outdoor Recreational Sports Complex, Esports arena, and assist with Summer Rentals. Plus, you’ll get to plan and execute major special events and tournaments that make our campus community shine!
• Travel & Budget Coordination: Manage budgets (we’re talking $100,000 !), keep track of expenditures, and coordinate travel logistics for club teams—because every great team deserves smooth travel!
• Fundraising & Sponsorships: You'll support our fundraising initiatives, develop sponsorship opportunities, and help secure donations to make our programs even better.
• Student Leadership & Mentorship: As a mentor and adviser, you'll guide student-athletes and club officers, fostering leadership, teamwork, and personal growth along the way.
• Team Player: You’ll also lend a hand to the Associate Director of Recreational Programs as needed, helping with the overall operations of the department and getting involved with our Intramural Sports activities.
  
  

What We’re Looking For

We need someone who’s excited to create and oversee sports programs that leave a lasting impact on our students. A positive attitude, strong organizational skills, and the ability to juggle multiple projects are key! If you love sports, want to make a difference, and thrive in a fun, fast-paced environment, this is the role for you.

Ready to jump in and play a key role in bringing our club sports community to new heights? We’d love to meet you!

Minimum Acceptable Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

OR

• Any one of the following, from the categories below:
• Master’s degree in a field relevant to the position (e.g., Kinesiology, Sports Management, Exercise Science, Recreation, or closely related field)
• Final semester or completed Graduate Assistantship with campus recreation or similar department performing duties for two (2) academic years consistent in area of specialization inherent to the position. *
  

OR

• Bachelor’s degree in a field relevant to the position (e.g., Kinesiology, Sports Management, Exercise Science, Recreation, or closely related field) AND One (1) year (12 months) of work experience in the promotion, design, development, and/or administration of recreational programs.
  
  

OR

• 4 years (48 months) of work experience in promotion, design, development, and/or administration of recreational programs, intercollegiate athletics, campus recreation, park district or similar organization that provides similar program.

• *Note: Students in the final semester of a Master’s Degree program, may be allowed to complete a credential examination and will receive full consideration, including being interviewed. An offer may be extended with understanding that proof of degree based on institution is provided to the employing institution Human Resources Office at least two weeks before the proposed start date.
• Note: Newly hired employees may be required to obtain and/or maintain certifications in American Red Cross, CPR/AED/First Aid and Blood Borne Pathogens and similar certifications.
  
  

Required Experience And Skills

• Experience in club sports administration, recreational sports programming, or student development
• Knowledge of league and tournament scheduling, risk management, and sports operations
• Strong oral and written communication skills to effectively engage with participants, staff, and campus partners
• Ability to supervise and manage personnel, including student employees
• Must obtain American Red Cross CPR, First Aid for the Professional Rescuer, and AED certification within 60 days of employment
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Recreation, Sports Management, Leisure Studies, Physical Education, or a related field
• Two or more years of experience managing club sports, intramural programs, or recreational sports operations
• Experience in budget management, fundraising, and sponsorship development for club sports programs
• Familiarity with student leadership development and university recreation programming
• Experience working with risk management policies and emergency procedures in a collegiate recreation setting
• Strong event planning and organizational skills for coordinating tournaments, practices, and team travel
  
  

Supplemental Information

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Illinois Residency Requirement: Pursuant to the State Universities Civil Service System, out-of-state candidates must establish Illinois residency within 180 calendar days of the start date for this position. Illinois residency requires proof of a valid Illinois Driver’s License or state of Illinois ID Card. Failure to produce the required documentation within 180 calendar days will result in immediate termination of employment.

Classification: State Universities Civil Service System Classification Number: 4660 – SUCSS Classification Title. For more information on Civil Service classifications, please visit the State Universities Civil Service System website at: https://www.sucss.illinois.gov/pages/classspec/default.aspx .

Veterans: Veterans who qualify for preference must provide proof of eligibility within ten (10) working days of submitting an application. The required proof of eligibility includes, at a minimum, a copy of the veteran's DD214/DD215 form (Department of Defense), NGB22 form (National Guard), or Discharge Orders or DD256 Discharge Certificate (Reserves). For help in determining the appropriate proof of eligibility to submit, please refer to the Guide for Veteran Document Verification.

Pre-Employment Screening: External candidates receiving a job offer must undergo pre-employment screening, including a criminal background check. For safety sensitive positions, a drug screen will also be required.

Work Authorization Information: This position does not offer work authorization sponsorship. International students at SIUE on F-1 or J-1 visas are not eligible for full-time or part-time civil service positions with permanent status. F-1 and J-1 visa holders must be enrolled full-time and can only apply for temporary part-time roles working 20 hours or less per week during spring and fall semesters, such as student worker positions, assistantships, and civil service extra help roles. SIUE is a state university, and it's important to highlight that benefits from state-sponsored plans may not be accessible to individuals on F1 or J1 visas.

Accommodation: If you are unable to utilize our online application system and need to request an accommodation, please reach out to us at 618-650-2190 or via email at: careerinfo@siue.edu

EEO Statement

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville is an equal opportunity employer and thus prohibits discrimination against employees, applicants for employment and students on the basis of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran’s status.

We value your interest and look forward to reviewing your application. For questions or more information, please email careerinfo@siue.edu .