Competitive Sports Coordinator Recreation & Wellbeing,

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Departmental Overview

The Department of Recreation & Wellbeing (RecWell) provides competitive and recreational opportunities for students, faculty, staff, and campus-affiliated community members. In addition to the 30 sports clubs, the department offers a wide range of recreational activities and state-of-the-art equipment.

Position Summary

Serves as Coordinator for Sport Clubs, Esports, Intramural Sports, and Martial Arts, and provides administrative support to the Office of Competitive Sports. This position will predominantly support Sport Club students through advisement and transactions.

Student-led competitive sport programs generate a level of operational complexity, liability exposure, and program support that require regular advisement and oversight within a broader RecWell portfolio. Purchasing, equipment, team travel, home events, high-risk contact sports, national governing body compliance, facility scheduling and allocation, risk management, and student leadership development all converge in this program, requiring a dedicated professional who can provide consistent guidance, support, and institutional accountability to ensure these programs operate safely, equitably, and in alignment with the university's mission and guidance.

Application Review Date

The First Review Date for this job is: April 14, 2026

Responsibilities

• Coordinates the administration of sports programs to ensure students can plan, organize and control their activities in accordance with university policy.
• Works with student officers and participants to advise on university policy and support planning of a variety of competitions, events and tournaments.
• Implements competitive sport programs policies and procedures.
• Works with department management to update/review/revise website to better communicate organization's mission, requiring substantive knowledge of organization's goals and objectives. Prepares correspondence and other written materials for department management and/or faculty requiring some specialized knowledge of the subject matter. Edits and proofreads written materials for content consistency.
• Monitors sport club team budgets and makes budget recommendations to the Office of Competitive Sports
• (OCS) group and supervisor. Supports the collection of dues, revenue and fundraising opportunities and approval of purchases for competitive sports programs.
• Assists in planning and supervision of competitive sports events and supports on-campus programs and events with sport clubs, Intramurals (IMs), Esports and Martial Arts.
• Assists with student employee performance reviews and adherence to job standards. Provides guidance and support to student employees.
• Reports safety issues to appropriate personnel and recommends improvements.
• Other administrative duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge in administrative procedures and processes including word processing, spreadsheet and database applications.
• Requires good verbal and written communication skills in the English language, active listening, critical thinking, multi-task and time management skills.
• Requires interpersonal and work leadership skills to provide guidance to other personnel.
• Uses creative problem solving to deliver strong service orientation.
• Proven ability to manage programs, apply sound judgment and be solution oriented. Ability to think critically, and develop original ideas.
• Client service minded, entrepreneurial spirit and creative thinking.
• Interpersonal skills to interact effectively with people from diverse backgrounds.
• Demonstrated leadership and interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively across the organization, internally and externally.
• Proficiency in the use of basic computer applications relevant to job duties.
• Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of campus policies and procedures.
• Experience administering sport programming for individuals of varying abilities.
• Knowledge of IM Leagues, Fusion, and other industry related software programs.
• Knowledge of program activity and industry best practices.

Salary & Benefits

For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University, please visit the University of California's Compensation & Benefits website.

Under California law, the University of California, Berkeley is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role and should not offer a salary outside of the range posted in this job announcement. This range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, analysis of internal equity, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience.

The budgeted hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $30.58 (step 1.0) - $34.30 (step 6.0).

• This is a full-time (40 hours/week), career position that is eligible for UC Benefits.
• This is a non-exempt, biweekly-paid position.

How to Apply

• To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter.

Other Information

• This position is governed by the terms and conditions in the agreement for the Clerical & Allied Services Unit (CX) between the University of California and Teamsters Local 2010. The current bargaining agreement manual can be found at:
• This is not a visa opportunity. This position does not include sponsorship of a new consular H-1B visa petition that would require payment of the $100,000 supplemental fee.
• This recruitment has 1 opening.

Conviction History Background

This is a designated position requiring fingerprinting and a background check due to the nature of the job responsibilities. Berkeley does hire people with conviction histories and reviews information received in the context of the job responsibilities. The University reserves the right to make employment contingent upon successful completion of the background check.

Mandated Reporter

This position has been identified as a Mandated Reporter required to report the observed or suspected abuse or neglect of children, dependent adults, or elders to designated law enforcement or social service agencies. We reserve the right to make employment contingent upon completion of signed statements acknowledging the responsibilities of a Mandated Reporter.

Misconduct

SB 791 and AB 810 Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

"Misconduct" means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, as defined by the employer. For reference, below are UC's policies addressing some forms of misconduct:

UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy

UC Anti-Discrimination Policy

Abusive Conduct in the Workplace

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

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