Student Assistant Intramural/Club

About Us

Great universities inspire the very best in us. They nurture new ideas, fresh perspectives, and creative problem-solving. They challenge students to discover their passions ¿ and to turn those passions into thriving careers that improve our world.

Columbus State University is exactly that kind of place. With exceptional facilities, ideal class sizes, and unique field experiences, our students have room to create. Here, every faculty and staff member is part of the educational process, actively mentoring students and championing each new step in their journey.

Located just 100 miles southwest of Atlanta, CSU is part of the University System of Georgia where we pride ourselves in the USG Statement of Core Values

• Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values form and guide the daily work of our institution.

CSU's core values

• Excellence, Creativity, Engagement, Sustainability, Inclusion, and Servant Leadership make us an institution like no other. Each year, we enroll more than 7,000 students from the Southeast, across the nation, and around the world. Many programs at Columbus State rank high for affordability and value. The university strives to provide all students with an exceptional education that's accessible, affordable, and creative to the core.

Job Summary

Intramural Officials are responsible for officiating all intramural sports and special events offered by or sponsored by Campus Recreation. They oversee and manage a fun and safe atmosphere for all participants and assist the Intramural Supervisors when needed through enforcing UAB's policies and procedures. Intramural Officials are required to attend all mandatory training clinics and staff meetings.

ACQUIRED SKILLS

As a result of working as an Intramural Official, the student employee will have the opportunity to acquire and to improve communication, conflict management, teamwork, leadership, adaptability, and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in setting up equipment for activities.

• Assist in the signing-in of participants and verifying eligibility.

• Assist in examining playing surfaces for safety hazards.

• Enforce intramural policies and procedures during contests.

• Assist in completing all shift forms that are required.

• Assist in storing equipment at the conclusion of activities.

• Assist in securing the facility at the conclusion of activities.

• Evening work is required.

Required Qualifications

• Degree seeking student at CSU.

• Willing to train for CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer/Healthcare Provider with First Aid certification.

• Leadership and supervisory abilities.

• Knowledge of standard practices in recreational sports.

• Ability to thrive in an environment that values high expectations, accountability, and balanced

• lifestyles.

• Knowledge of intramural sports policies and rules.

• A desire to acquire knowledge of all intramural sports offered.

• Good interpersonal skills and ability to relate with peers.

• Ability to work as part of a professional team that collaborates effectively with colleagues.

• Ability to work independently, as well as a part of a team.

Proposed Salary

The salary is commensurate with education and experience This position will work up to 19 hours per week.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Ability to handle participant issues

• Ability to communicate effectively with participants and professional staff

• Ability to multitask

Physical Demands

• Occasional bending, stooping, lifting

• Eye-hand coordination (officiating mechanics)

• Hearing and talking

• Standing, walking or running for at least 90% of the shift

Contact Information

If you have any questions, please contact the Human Resources Office at 706-507-8920 or e-mail to hr@columbusstate.edu.

Conditions of Employment

All selected candidates are required to submit and successfully pass a background investigation to include reference checks and verification of academic credentials (if applicable). Other additional requirements may be required based upon specific position duties:

• A credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage;

• Pre-employment drug testing for positions with high-risk responsibilities;

• Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive a Columbus State University fleet vehicle or other vehicle designated as a fleet vehicle.

• Applicants for positions of trust may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment.

For Faculty Hires: Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation.

All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond. Additionally, all members of the USG community must adhere to the USG Statement of Core Values must also be aware of and comply with the Board of Regents policies on Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.

To be considered for a Student Assistant position, the applicant must be a current Columbus State University student, taking at least six (6) credit hour courses per semester. Work-Study awarded students are eligible to apply.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Columbus State University is proud to be an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity institution. It is the policy of our institution to recruit, hire, train, promote and educate persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnical origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws.