Sport Programs Coordinator

5 days ago

Lincoln, NE, United States University of Nebraska Full time
Position Information

Position Information

Working Title
Sport Programs Coordinator

Department
Campus Recreation-0965

Requisition Number
S_250813

Posting Open Date
12/15/2025

Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date)
01/26/2026

Posting Close Date

Open Until Filled
Yes

Description of Work

At the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, we're proud to be consistently recognized by Forbes as a top employer, known for our welcoming and supportive work environment, commitment to professional growth, and outstanding benefits. UNL isn't just a workplace, it's a place to build your career and make a real impact in Nebraska.

When you join our team as a full-time, regular staff member, you'll enjoy:
  • Ample paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, parental leave, and holidays.
  • Comprehensive insurance options including medical, dental, vision, and life.
  • Employee & dependent scholarship program to pursue higher education
  • Generous retirement plans with a university match.
The Sport Programs Coordinator is a vital position within Campus Recreation. This position primarily supports Intramural and Extramural Sports programs and provides secondary supervision to Sport Clubs within the University of Nebraska - Lincoln. In addition, it will provide support for Youth Summer Camps.

As the Sport Programs Coordinator you will:
  • Assist in the direction, development, and administration of comprehensive sport and youth programs.
  • Oversee compliance and serve as the secondary adviser for sport club officers, participants, coaches, and volunteers.
  • Oversee administration of leagues and participants within Intramural and Extramural Sports.
  • Lead, manage and provide development opportunities for 1-3 graduate assistants/interns and 150-200 student employees.
  • Work collaboratively with Campus Recreation and University Risk Management to ensure safe and effective programming.
Must be able to work evenings and weekends.

The University of Nebraska does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment.

Minimum Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree.
  • One year of professional experience developing and managing programs in a recreation setting.
  • Proficiency with computer software.
  • Experience training and supervising college age employees.
  • Demonstrated knowledge and experience with sport scheduling and officials training.
  • First Aid, CPR and AED certification or ability to obtain within three months of employment.
  • Officiating certification in at least one sport.
  • Ability to work as part of a professional team and to collaborate effectively with colleagues preferred.
  • Exceptional interpersonal skills
  • Hold or obtain Nebraska driver's license and UNL Large Passenger Van Training or ability to obtain upon employment.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Master's degree in Recreation, physical education, student personnel, sport management, elementary education, sociology, psychology or related field.
  • Evidence of involvement in NIRSA Championship Series, NIRSA Committees.
  • Evidence of experience with on-campus collaborations.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • FA/CPR/AED Instructor.
  • Officiating certification for more than one sport.


Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required
Yes

Physical Required
No

Commercial Driver's License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances.
No

Criminal History Background Check Required
Yes

Posted Salary
$48,000/yr. minimum

How to Apply

"Click on "Apply for this Job". You will then either create an application or edit your current application that is on file. You will be required to attach your resume, cover letter and list of references as three (3) separate documents in MS Word or PDF format."

For questions or accommodations related to this position contact

Aaron Dueker
adueker2@unl.edu
402-472-4763

Job Category (old)
Managerial/Professional

Job Type
Full-Time

Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5)
Some evening and weekend hours required.

Work Location (City, State)
Lincoln, NE

Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding?
No

If Temporary, indicate end date

Planned Hire Date:
5/1/2026

Appointment End Date

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