Job Description:
Working within the Cougars Athletics and Recreation, this is a flexible position whose work schedule is variable and may include an irregular schedule of not less than three (3) hours per shift and up to thirty-five (35) hours per week. Reporting to the Recreational Sports Supervisor, the Club Programs Assistant is responsible for assisting with administrative tasks associated with sections of the Recreation Sports portfolio regarding club sports programs. Within these areas tasks will center around aspects of support Club Executives and the RSS with the preparation, administration, and facilitation of the Club programs. This in-person position requires availability for mostly daytime shifts during the week, with infrequent evening shifts. This position is primarily located at the MRU Recreation, but the odd shift may be off-campus.
Program Administration & Facilitation (60%)
- Support the Recreation Sport Supervisor and Club Executives with the programming, administration, and evaluation of all Club programs
- Support the preparation, administration, and facilitation of the CAR Club Annual Awards Ceremony, including the nomination process
- Ensure accurate and timely reporting is completed regarding Club Activities in collaboration with the Club Executives
- Review and follow up on requests and document submission from the Club Executives
- Administrate payments for Club Fundraisers
- Assist on larger programming projects and requests in collaboration with the Recreation Sport Supervisor
- Support the RSS with the annual Club Evaluations
Club Executive Supervision and Mentorship (25%)
- Lead the Club Executive Monthly Meetings and in house trainings
- Support Club Executives with Adherence to the CAR Club Manual
- Communicate effectively with Club Executives
General and as needed duties (5%)
- Communicate effectively with Club Executives, partners, and Recreational Sport Supervisor
- Act as Cougars Athletics and Recreation ambassadors by promoting club activities and programs on campus through promotional activities as requested by the Recreational Sports Supervisor (classroom info sessions, Main Street, drop-in sports, clubs etc.)
- Other duties as assigned by the Recreational Sports Supervisor
Required Skills:
- Must be willing to work with minimal supervisory assistance as well as part of a team
- Willingness to lead, train, and mentor Club Executives
- Willingness to be creative and provide feedback and ideas in a collaborative manner
- Excellent communication, organizational, interpersonal skills
- Open attitude to working with a diverse population and considering all when programming
- Experience and/or education with activity or sport programming
Preferred Skills:
- Ability to think critically and program to the needs of our community
- An understanding of sport and physical activity best practices
- An understanding or experience with Risk Management adherence
- An ability to utilize Google suite and ActiveNet is considered an asset
- Experience with PCI training and compliance
- Current MRU students are preferred with University Students in general being our next preferred candidates
Required Certification:
- Standard First Aid with CPR-C and AED (or the ability to obtain certification by first scheduled shift)
- We offer this internally at a discounted rate
Position Perks:
- Discount on most CAR Programs and Services
- Complimentary towel and equipment rentals
- 40% MRU Employee Family Discount on select membership packages
- Under Armour swag and exclusive online store
- PD funds available upon application three times a year
- Bucketlist staff rewards program
- Development and networking opportunities.
Salary: $15.45 - $19.44 per hour
Closing date: August 6th, 2026
A resume should be submitted in one .pdf document. Please title your .pdf document as follows: [Last Name]_[Requisition Number]_[Document Title].pdf (ex. Smith_1234_CV.pdf).
