Intramural Sports Coordinator

Colorado State University

Fort Collins, Colorado

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Administrative Management, Background Investigation, Basic Life Support (BLS), Basketball, Budget Management, CPR Certification, Community Support, Community and Social Services, Custodial Services, Customer Support/Service, Defibrillator, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Exercise Science, Facilities Management, First Aid, Fitness, Football, Healthcare Providers, Higher Education, Information Technology & Information Systems, Inventory Management, Leadership, Legal, Logistics, Maintain Compliance, Marketing, Mentoring, Operations, Operations Management, Organizational Skills, People Management, Physical Education, Problem Solving Skills, Project/Program Management, Purchasing/Procurement, Recreation, Regulations, Risk Management, Safety Process, Safety/Work Safety, Service Delivery, Soccer, Sports, Sports Management, Sports Officiating, Sports Software, Training/Teaching, Volleyball
LOCATION
Fort Collins, Colorado
POSTED
13 days ago

Job Description

Position Summary:

The Intramural Sports Coordinator provides leadership, vision, and supervision for the daily operations and management of a comprehensive Intramural Sports Program that offers an average of 60+ activities serving over 10,000 student participants annually at multiple on and off campus venues.   

 

The Coordinator is responsible for personnel management, training and scheduling for an average of 60 student staff with varying levels of responsibility who work a combined 640 hours per week. This position develops and delivers multiple educational and training clinics specific to each sport activity to area student staff. The Coordinator assists the Assistant Director, Intramural Sports in the daily administration, supervision, and management of the overall program, focusing on comprehensive training, development, and leadership opportunities for student staff.


The Coordinator works collaboratively with department colleagues to facilitate event operations and logistics within the  Campus Recreation Department, Division of Student Affairs, and throughout the University to benefit students. The Coordinator is committed to promoting Campus Recreation values of inclusion, community, integrity, and development by creating an inclusive environment in department facilities and via programming to a diverse University community.   

 

Some evening and weekend hours dependent on programmatic offerings, University calendar, area requirements, or department/university events are required.


Campus Recreation is an auxiliary unit in the Division of Student Affairs. Campus Recreation provides wellness and healthy lifestyle-oriented programs, events, and services to Colorado State University students and employees via seven program areas: Student Recreation Center, Aquatics, Fitness, Intramural Sports, Sport Clubs, Outdoor Programs, and Climbing Wall. Seven service work units, Service Center, Business Office, Information Technology, Communications/Marketing, Custodial Services, Equipment Management, and Maintenance support the program service functions to provide seamless customer service to CSU students, employees, and their families. Campus Recreation facilities, programs, and services promote a sense of community, support student development through leadership and employment opportunities, and encourage the pursuit of a healthy lifestyle to a diverse University population. Campus Recreation employs 34 career staff and 300+ student staff. We are committed to providing a safe, welcoming space to CSU community members from all backgrounds and fitness levels. Department webpage: http://csurec.colostate.edu/.


Full consideration date: 6/22/2026


Essential Duties: 

  • Recruit, hire, train, schedule, supervise, evaluate, and approve payroll for student employees by implementing employment processes that support effective staffing and skill development. 
  • Coordinate intramural sports staff scheduling by ensuring consistent operational coverage and supervision for multiple sport offerings each academic year to ensure consistent program delivery that meets student participation needs. 
  • Develop and deliver training and educational clinics for intramural managers and officials by providing instruction on sport rules, officiating mechanics, safety procedures, and customer service expectations. 
  • Oversee daily program and event operations by monitoring activities during evening and weekend hours, addressing operational issues, and ensuring compliance with program policies, procedures, and risk management standards. 
  • Manage facilities and field operations by coordinating usage, conducting inspections, and making determinations regarding playability, safety conditions, and scheduling across assigned indoor and outdoor venues. 
  • Administer program resources and equipment by managing inventories, coordinating procurement, and ensuring proper use, storage, and maintenance of intramural sports supplies and equipment, including staffing budget development and management: $240,000. 
  • Address participant conduct, eligibility, and policy issues by interpreting and enforcing intramural rules and departmental policies to ensure equitable participation and maintain program integrity. 
  • Maintain current certifications in American Red Cross Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation for the Professional Rescuer, Automatic External Defibrillator, and First Aid (American Red Cross Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers is an approved substitute). 
  • Other duties as assigned. 

 

Supervision:  

The position directly supervises: 

  • 12 Intramural Sports Managers and 48 Intramural Sports Officials working a combined 650 hours per week 

 

Minimum Qualifications: 

  • Bachelor’s degree in exercise science, physical education, kinesiology, recreation administration, sport management, leisure studies, student affairs, or comparable degree   
  • Two years of work experience in an intramural sports or competitive sports program 
  • Experience supervising, managing, and mentoring student staff 
  • Experience developing and leading educational trainings 
  • Demonstrated knowledge of intramural sports rules and officiating mechanics 
  • Experience with programming or service delivery for diverse community populations 

Preferred Qualifications: 

  • Two-year 20-hr/week graduate assistantship in intramural/competitive sports 
  • Master’s degree in exercise science, physical education, kinesiology, recreation administration, sport management, leisure studies, student affairs, or comparable degree  
  • Direct personnel management experience of student staff: recruiting, hiring, training, scheduling, evaluating, and disciplining 
  • Budget development and budget management experience 
  • Experience with an intramural sports program in higher education 
  • Indoor/outdoor facility management/operation experience 
  • Experience with intramural sports scheduling software (e.g. IMLeagues, FusionPlay, or comparable) 
  • Officiating certifications in any of the following: football, basketball, soccer, or volleyball 

 

Conditions of Employment: 

  • Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires) 

 

Application Instructions: 

CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. Applicants needing assistance to submit application materials should contact Rob Patchett, at rob.patchett@colostate.edu. 
Complete applications must include: 

  • Cover letter addressing Required Job Qualifications, Preferred Job Qualifications and Essential Job Duties 
  • Resume 

Application materials will be held in confidence by the Search Committee through semi-finalist interviews. Confidentiality of application materials detaches at the point where a candidate accepts participation in a finalist interview. At that time, redacted application materials are shared with campus stakeholders when invited to participate and give feedback to the Search Committee.

Salary Range

$56,000 - $62,000

Required Application Documents

To apply, please upload the following applicant documents. Ensure your materials fully address the required and preferred job qualifications of the position. Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.

Cover Letter, Resume/CV

Employee Benefits

Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.

Background Check Policy Statement

Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

EEO

Colorado State University (CSU) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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