Senior Sports Program Coordinator


Exemption Status: Exempt
Salary Grade: S12
Job Code: 7248

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The following statements are designed to outline the general functions and typical responsibility levels associated with positions in this classification. They are not intended to serve as an exhaustive list of specific duties or requirements for individual positions assigned to this classification.
Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

   Assists coaching staff with coordination, guidance, direction, and supervision of the assigned high-profile (Olympic) sports program. 
·        Provides office administration/management and professional administrative support to the head coach, assistant coaches, and other support staff. 
·        Acts as the liaison between business office and head coach in the development and maintenance of the team budget.
·        Acts as liaison with the equipment manager and monitors the purchase of uniforms, equipment and supplies throughout the year.
·        Oversees record maintenance.
·        Initiates approval authority for payment of invoices, interdepartmental transfers, payroll, and other similar instruments, which obligate departmental funds.
·        Conducts purchasing activities. Coordinates program's future match schedule. Coordinates administrative approval of match contract as well as opponent's administrative approval.  
·        Helps coordinate travel and assists with equipment maintenance.
·        Collaborates with the marketing and communications departments to drive fan engagement and increase ticket sales.
·        Arranges team travel, hotels, and meals while on the road.
·        Plans prospective student-athlete official visit travel, meals, and itinerary as well as communicates with Compliance administrators to ensure compliance with NCAA and conference rules.
·        Can serve as a liaison between boosters, alumni, and other off-campus partners and the program.
·        Will research, collect, and analyze data or information and prepare reports or responses to inquiries and some supervision of clerical and/or graduate assistant staff.
·        Acts as liaison to event management and athletics facility maintenance teams for security, maintenance, and space allocation with the department¿s physical environment.
·        Maintains program integrity and administrative support to ensure a positive student-athlete experience.
·        Performs various duties as needed to successfully fulfill the function of the position.


Minimum Requirements:

Education:

Required: Bachelor's degree.

Equivalency/Substitution: Will accept 48 months in lieu of the Bachelor's degree for a total of 84 months of experience.

Experience:

Required: 36 months of collegiate experience in assigned sport.

Certifications or Licenses:

  • None

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

  • Highly organized and able to handle multiple projects and deadlines
  • Strong initiative to solve problems
  • Ability to work with a diverse group of coaches, administration and student-athletes
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office
  • Excellent communication skills both oral and written


Working Conditions:

Physical: Must be able to engage in repetitive motion.   

Environment: Standard office environment. Frequent exposure to pressure caused by deadlines and busy periods.