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Job Title Specialist, Recreational Sports (E-Sports)

Agency: Texas A&M International University

Job Location: Laredo, Texas

Job Type: Staff

Salary: $17.54/hour

Job Summary

The Specialist, Recreational Sports, under general supervision, assists in the oversight of the recreational center, intramural program, employee leadership programs, and/or administers fitness and wellness programs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assists in the managing, planning, and supervising the day-to-day operations of the E-Sports program and Dusty's Den (Game Room) and marketing of programs.
• Responsible for scheduling of the E-Sports arena, including tryouts, practices, competitions, and open times.
• Ensures all NACE (National Association of Collegiate E-Sports) requirements are met by institution and athletes to maintain eligibility.
• Assists in developing a marketing plan to promote the program through creating graphics, hype videos, player spotlight, and website and social media updates.
• Monitors a comprehensive risk management plan and ensures accident/incident reports are completed by student employees; maintains documentation related to all accidents/incidents.
• Assists in the development of short-range goals for the department's programs and/or operations.
• Develops procedures for documenting departmental business processes.
• Supervises all aspects of assigned program(s). Assists in recruiting, hiring, training, scheduling, supervising and evaluating assigned personnel.
• May complete payment transactions and receipt credit cards for the payment of memberships or special services.
• May purchase equipment, perform inventory, and oversee and perform general maintenance.

This document represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. Other duties may be assigned.

Additional Responsibilities

• Conducts student employee meetings to communicate University and department expectations.
• Provides supervision to coaches and student coordinators for each of the game titles represented by the program.
• Collaborates with campus departments, student organizations, and community partners to support cooperative programming opportunities and special events.
• Provides excellent customer service by responding to participant inquiries, resolving routine operational concerns, and fostering a welcoming environment.
• Conducts routine inspections of assigned facilities and equipment and coordinates maintenance needs through established reporting procedures.
• Assists with maintaining operational records, participation data, and administrative documentation related to assigned programs and facility operations.
• Assists with the planning and implementation of departmental programs, tournaments, and special events.

Minimum Requirements

• Education Bachelor's degree.
• Experience One year of related experience.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Prior supervisory experience including training and staff development.
• Two or more years of related experience to include working with others in a supervising capacity.

Knowledge and Abilities

Knowledge of:

• Word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.

Ability to:

• Multitask and work cooperatively with others.
• Communicate effectively, orally and in writing.

Preferred Knowledge and Abilities

Knowledge of:

• Strong computer knowledge
• Time management and customer service skills

Ability to:

• Interact effectively and professionally with the general public and the students served.
• Self-directed to assist in planning, organizing, assessing, and performing tasks.
• Make effective presentations to students, Rec Sports members and TAMIU community.
• Provide excellent customer service and practical problem-solving assistance to internal and external customers.
• Interpret a variety of documents such as safety rules, operating/maintenance instructions, and procedures manuals.
• Develop effective leadership skills to meet the needs of the program.

License/Professional Certification None

Preferred License/Professional Certification:

• CPR/AED and First Aid Instructor certification.

Physical Requirements General office and recreational facility environment.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Supervision of Others

This position may supervise employees.

Other Requirements

• Evening and/or weekend hours may be required.
• Position requires on-campus, face-to-face interactions.
• Position requires maintaining a regular schedule of attendance on campus and in the workplace.

INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANT: During the application process you have only one opportunity to enter the requested information, upload documents and Submit the application. You will not be able to make changes or add additional documents once you "Submit" the application materials. The software does not allow you to "Save" your application and return to complete the process at a later time. The page "My Experience" has an area provided under Resume/CV to drop or upload files. Be sure to include:

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• 3 -5 professional references and their full contact information
• Unofficial transcripts (if applicable)

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.