Athletic Programs Coordinator

Job Overview Under limited supervision, this position assists the Athletic Programs Manager in coordinating and implementing diversified athletic programs and tournaments for City of Clemson residents and visitors. The role works within a general outline of work to be performed and helps develop work methods and sequences under the general supervision of the Athletic Programs Manager. Primary work hours will be Monday through Friday from 12:00 pm to 9:00 pm or until programs are completed in the evenings. Saturday and Sunday work as needed. Benefits Paid Annual and Sick Leave 12 paid holidays per year Access to free acute medical care for employee, spouse, and children under age 26 PEBA Retirement 401K and 457 Retirement Plan Options Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans Life Insurance Medical Flexible Spending Plan Health Savings Account Essential Job Functions Assists with the overall supervision and administration of all athletic programs and tournaments within the parks and recreational facilities. Helps with planning, implementing, and supervising diversified athletic programs and tournaments to meet the needs, interests, and abilities of city residents and visitors. Assists in recruiting, retaining, training, scheduling, supervising, and managing seasonal employees, sports officials, instructors, volunteers, and interns for all athletic programs and tournaments. Helps with marketing, advertising, and promotional campaigns for athletic programs and tournaments to the public through the news media and other appropriate means. Maintains athletic division webpage and social media platforms. Assists with program timelines and schedules and communicates them to employees, participants, and outside departments needed for all athletic programs and tournaments for various age groups, including registration flyers, practice schedules, game schedules, picture schedules, tournament schedules, etc. Coordinated and communicated registration of participants for programs and all field rentals both in person and online to employees, participants, and outside departments needed; may collect and prepare receipts and reports for program fees and rentals. Attends athletic activities; observes and evaluates programs, ensuring equitable distribution of talent and abilities, proper use of equipment and facilities, and sportsmanship. Receives, responds to, and provides solutions to inquiries, requests for assistance, injury report forms, concerns, and complaints of programs from participants and the public. Investigates and makes decisions on protests, rainouts, player suspensions, organization suspensions, termination of agreements, and other problem situations. Takes appropriate steps to ensure the safety of all citizens who utilize athletic facilities, enroll in programs, request rentals, and take part in any activity offered by the department. Maintains inventory of necessary uniforms, equipment, materials, and supplies. Attends league, city, staff, and community meetings and events as appropriate. Attends trainings, conferences, workshops, etc., as appropriate to enhance job knowledge and skills. Assists the Athletic Programs Manager in preparing the budget for the athletic division and forecasting expenses. Performs general administrative/clerical work as required, including preparing reports and correspondence, entering and retrieving computer data, copying and filing documents, answering telephone, etc. Work is performed under the supervision of the Athletic Programs Manager and is reviewed through weekly and monthly staff meetings and performance evaluation documents. Additional Job Functions Serves as a member of various City employee and community committees, as assigned. Meets with appropriate associations and organizations; maintains communication. Fills in for other positions within the department. Performs related duties as required. Education and Experience Requirements Associate's degree in Parks, Recreation, Tourism, Business Administration, or a related field and at least two (2) years of full‑time experience in recreation and/or sports program administration; or any equivalent combination of training and experience, which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Licenses or Certifications Must possess a valid South Carolina driver's license. Must be able to obtain First Aid and CPR certification within the first six (6) months. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement The City of Clemson provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr City-of-Clemson,-Sc