Sports and youth coordinator Job at Iowa State University, Ames, IA

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  • Iowa State University
  • Ames, IA

Job Description

Position Title

Intramural Sports and Youth Programs Coordinator

Job Group

Professional & Scientific

Required Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or above in Recreation, Sport Management, Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Student Affairs, or related field.

Demonstrated experience in supporting recreation programming.

Experience in training and mentoring sports officials and/or student staff.

Experience planning, coordinating, or supervising youth camp programs.

Background in sports officiating, ideally with recognized certification.

Job Description

Do you value a role that supports work-life balance while allowing you to contribute meaningfully to campus life? Would you thrive in an environment where creativity in programming is encouraged and supported?

If so, Recreation Services at Iowa State University is currently seeking applicants for an Intramural Sports and Youth Programs Coordinator! This position will be classified as a Recreation Services Specialist I.

What You'll Do

  • Coordinate, plan, schedule, and supervise Intramural Sports activities.
  • Assist in managing and delivering Youth Programs (camps, clinics, events).
  • Support logistics for Youth Programs such as registration, scheduling, and communication with participants and families.
  • Evaluate programs and provide feedback.
  • Collaborate with marketing for program promotion.
  • Serve on departmental/division committees.
  • Recruit, hire, train, supervise, and evaluate student employees.
  • Support First Aid/CPR training and safety readiness.
  • Promote student development via Student Learning Framework.
  • Assist with expense tracking and revenue monitoring.
  • Provide input on equipment/supply needs and purchasing.
  • Stay current on risk management best practices.
  • Implement safety protocols and staff training.
  • Coordinate with Risk Management and EHS for compliance.


Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.

Level Guidelines

  • Individual contributor position with developing professional and/or technical skills working under immediate to general supervision
  • Grasps professional-level knowledge and concepts of field while working in a progressive learning mode
  • Works on problems and issues of somewhat limited scope
  • Follows standard practices and procedures in analyzing situations or data for which answers are available or can be obtained
  • Responds to inquiries and issues, escalating to manager or higher level workers as appropriate
  • May lead projects of limited scope and complexity
  • May provide guidance to students


Appointment Type

Regular

Number Of Months Employed Per Year

12 Month Work Period

Time Type

Full time

Pay Grade

PS806

Application Instructions

To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following: 1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae 2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter If you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485. Why Choose ISU? Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:

  • Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
  • Generous vacation, holiday and sick time and leave plans
  • Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
  • Life insurance and long-term disability
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Various voluntary benefits and discounts
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Wellbeing program
  • Iowa State offers WorkFlex options for some positions. WorkFlex offers flexibility on when, where, and how you do your work. For more information, please speak with the Hiring Manager.


Original Posting Date

October 28, 2025

Posting Close Date

November 16, 2025

Job Requisition Number

R18012

Job Tags

Full time, Immediate start, Flexible hours,

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