Intramural Lead

Description

About the Role

Working within the Cougars Athletics and Recreation, this is a flexible position whose work schedule is variable and may include an irregular schedule of not less than three (3) hours per shift and up to thirty-five (35) hours per week.

Reporting to the Recreational Sports Supervisor, the Intramural Student Leader is a student casual staff responsible for co-coordinating our Intramural leagues which includes all aspects of staff management, league scheduling, team management, administration, mentorship, leadership, and participant conduct and communication. There will be three to five Intramural Student Leads who will work both as a team to ensure the best outcomes for our Intramural leagues but also independently while guiding 1-3 specific sport leagues within Intramurals. Weekday evening availability is required for these in-person roles. While primarily located at MRU Recreation, hockey shifts operate at the Flames Community Arena and a personal vehicle is preferred for transporting equipment

Sports Areas: Basketball, Futsal, Hockey, or Volleyball (can be multiple sports depending on schedule, experience, and interest)

Responsibilities

Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must be willing to work with minimal supervisory assistance as well as part of a team
• Willingness to lead, train, and mentor officials and scorekeepers
• Excellent communication, organizational, interpersonal skills
• Open attitude to working with a diverse population
• Ability to make quick informed decisions on the spot
• Extensive experience with the sport

Preferred Skills:

• Current MRU students are preferred with University Students in general being our next preferred candidates
• Conflict resolution experience is an asset
• Any additional Scorekeeping, Officiating, or Coaching certifications or experience is considered an asset

Required Certification:

• Standard First Aid with CPR-C and AED (or the ability to obtain certification by first scheduled shift)
• We offer this internally at a discounted rate

Preferred Certification:

• Sport Specific Certifications or 2+ years of experience with Post Secondary Intramurals
• We offer reimbursement for these certifications once hired and proof of completion is provided.
• Basketball: Level 1 Basketball Official
• Futsal: Entry Level District Referee
• Ice Hockey: Hockey Canada Officiating Certification: U19 - Level 2
• Volleyball: Level 1 (Novice) Referee

Position Perks:

• Discount on most CAR Programs and Services
• Complimentary towel and equipment rentals
• 40% MRU Employee Family Discount on select membership packages
• Under Armour swag and exclusive online store
• Funding to reimburse costs of officiating certifications upon completion
• PD funds available upon application three times a year
• Bucketlist staff rewards program
• Development and networking opportunities

Salary: $15.45 - $19.44 per hour

Closing date: Open until the required number of suitable candidates are found

A resume should be submitted in one.pdf document. Please title your.pdf document as follows: [Last Name]_[Requisition Number]_[Document Title].pdf (ex. Smith_1234_CV.pdf).