Job Details

Senior Coordinator of Sport Clubs

Requisition Number: 70174
Location: Boulder Colorado
Employment Type: University Staff
Schedule: Full Time
Posting Close Date: 08-Mar-2026
Date Posted:

Job Summary


The University of Colorado, Boulder's Recreation Services team is seeking applications for a Senior Coordinator of Sport Clubs! This position is responsible for supporting the comprehensive Team Sports program, with a primary area of focus on Sport Clubs and limited support of Intramural Sports. Work performed may include strategic forecasting, implementing risk management strategies, fiscal oversight, developing policies and procedures, and staff hiring, training and development. This position also works with internal and external partners while providing program oversight to ensure compliance and operational success.
CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Who We Are


The Division of Student Life consists of 30 departments that provide student support and services dedicated to helping students become successful, curious, competent individuals during their time at CU Boulder.

The work in Student Life supports all factors of the student experience, no matter what department a staff member may work in. This includes where students live, eat, make friends, build professional skills and find help if they need it. Many departments provide involvement opportunities, educational resources and support services to help students find their community and build lifelong skills. Student Life also has shared services departments that support the work and staff of our student-facing areas, including areas like center for assessment, insight and research, business services, finance, employee experience, communication and marketing and technology solutions.

With over 900 staff members in the Division of Student Life, our diverse team is uniquely positioned to personalize the student experience and advocate for students, enhancing their success inside and outside the classroom.

CU Boulder Recreation Services is a welcoming, valued, campus resource that promotes healthy lifestyles through high-quality, accessible, facilities and experiences. This student-fee-funded unit features a student-led CUSG Recreation Board and a diverse team of professional experts to help meet evolving recreational needs and support student engagement and success. Recreation Services oversees the LEED Platinum main campus Student Rec Center, a building with over 300,000 square feet of recreation and fitness activity space, as well as a satellite recreation center at Williams Village, outdoor basketball courts, a challenge ropes course, and eight turf and grass fields around campus. Throughout these facilities, members of the CU community can engage with a variety of programs that include ice skating, indoor rock climbing, intramural and club sports, yoga, aquatics and so much more.


What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be


Administration

• Develop, manage, and implement the Team Sports Program with specific focus on Sport Clubs.
• Assist assigned clubs by coordinating special events and tournaments.
• Work closely with Recreation events and facilities staff to coordinate all facets of club events and practices.
• Ensure assigned clubs are aligned with student eligibility, fundraising travel and special events for successful club operation.
• Use independent judgment to provide ongoing leadership and support to the Sport Club Council.
• Conduct training and growth sessions for development of officials and staff.
• Meet with club leadership and members on a defined schedule to discuss progress, challenges, and disciplinary matters.
• Benchmark, develop, and bring forth new insights for successful Sport Club program administration.
• Ability to understand and convey more sophisticated concepts and use this capability to identify and address complex-level issues that require advanced solutions.

Supervision/Oversight

• Directly supervise 40+ contract and volunteer coaches, 2 student coordinators and 10+ Sport Club student event supervisors.
• Hire, onboard, and manage the payroll process for all directly supervised student employees and club coaches.
• Develop curriculum and provide instruction for in-house staff training.
• Maintain required documentation on all staff trainings and certifications.

Fiscal Management

• Support the fiscal operations of 10+ assigned sport clubs with support from the Recreation Services' Sport Club Business and Finance Coordinator and Student Life Business Services.
• Complete fiscal year-end processes to ensure assigned clubs are in good financial standing.
• Manage budgets (income and expenditures) for assigned sport clubs.
• Assist clubs with fiscal responsibilities regarding travel expenses including lodging and transportation needs (i.e., airfare, charter buses, vehicle rentals).
• Work with clubs to collect receipts and prepare information for submissions.
• Assist clubs with equipment purchases using a University Purchasing Card or arrangement of Purchase Order requests.

Risk Management/Compliance

• Implement risk management protocols to ensure the safety of Team Sports' activities on behalf of the University.
• Review shift report submissions to ensure adequate follow up for all reported programmatic concerns.
• Provide on-site event management and logistical assistance for Sport Club home events.
• Ensure compliance in obtaining appropriate waivers.

Other

• Work collaboratively with both internal and external program areas and departments to ensure successful programming.
• Encourage an active and appropriate media presence to recruit, retain, and advise members, as well as promote club activities and accomplishments.
• Supervise the social media accounts/sites of sport club organizations to ensure club compliance with university policy.
• Work collaboratively with University Marketing & Communications to create, manage, and implement any media and promotional needs. This will include social media advertisements, social media posts and reports, webpage edits, promotional fliers, etc.
• Work with Sr. Assistant Director of Team Sports to ensure club compliance with all brand standards.
• Ensure that the Recreation Center's facilities, equipment, and programs are meeting or exceeding the standards of the department quality by using and attending its offerings.
• Engage in department coordinated training with a focus in leadership, access, and community building.

Summer Event Management

• Manage summer events and supervise facility operations for assigned events.
• Meet and greet customers for special events, meetings, competitions, and summer camps.
• Provide excellent communication and dissemination of information to event patrons and leads.
• Manage set-up and tear-down of equipment used for special events.

What You Should Know

• This position will have an afternoon and evening schedule including a some weekends during the school year. The anticipated schedule during the academic year are Tuesday through Saturday from 11:00am - 7:00pm.
• Hours will shift over the summer depending on the activities happening from week to week.

What We Can Offer

• The annual salary for this position is $58,500.
• Onboarding assistance is available within Student Life division guidelines.
• Our outstanding benefits include:
• • Paid days off: 22 vacation days, 15 sick leave days and 11 holidays per year.
  • Access to medical, vision, dental and life insurance.
  • Tuition reimbursement.
  • A 10% employer contribution retirement plan.
  • EcoPass for free RTD rides.
  • Opportunity for career growth within the division of student life and the CU Boulder campus!
    

Benefits


At the University of Colorado Boulder, we are committed to supporting the holistic health and well-being of our employees. Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, and retirement plans; generous paid time off; tuition assistance for you and your dependents; and an ECO Pass for local transit. As one of Boulder County's largest employers, CU Boulder offers an inspiring academic community and access to world-class outdoor recreation. Explore additional perks and programs through the CU Advantage program.


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What We Require

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or equivalent combination of education and professional experience may substitute.
• 2 years of experience in collegiate sport club administration. 2 years GA (Graduate Assistant) experience may substitute for 2 years full-time experience.
• Ability to obtain First Aid certification within three months of hire.

What You Will Need

• Excellent written/oral communication skills, people skills, and ability to work collaboratively.
• Demonstrated experience working in and fostering a diverse faculty, staff, and student environment or dedication to do so as a member of the CU community.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Knowledge of standard processes in collegiate recreation.
• Ability to plan, implement and evaluate programs.
• Work well independently and in a staff environment.
• Able to handle ambiguous situations confidently while adhering to university policy.
• Able to demonstrate initiative, integrity, transparency and strong organizational/leadership skills.

Special Instructions


To apply, please submit the following materials:

1. A current resume.
2. A cover letter that specifically tells us how your background and experience align with the requirements, qualifications, and responsibilities of the position.

We may request references at a later time.

Please apply by March 8, 2026, for consideration.

Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, please apply through CU Boulder Jobs.

In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.


To apply, visit https://jobs.colorado.edu/jobs/JobDetail/Senior-Coordinator-of-Sport-Clubs/70174







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