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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 and offers a variety of benefits to full-time benefits-eligible employees and some of our half-time (or more) employees. Benefits that may be elected could include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), as well as earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays (if applicable). Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program. Consider applying with us today!
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.
USG Core Values
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct .
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653 .
Institutional Values
Excellence: Actively engaging outstanding methods in teaching, academic discovery, creative pursuits, student success, cultural enrichment and the overall campus community.
Creativity: Pursuing distinction through inquiry and innovation, challenging convention and focusing on solutions.
Engagement: Dynamic civic involvement and participation of students, faculty, staff and alumni in the university experience.
Sustainability: Advancing fiscal responsibility, well-being, innovation, lifelong learning and environmental stewardship.
Inclusion: Cultivating and championing a campus environment that welcomes diverse backgrounds, ideas, perspectives and practices.
Servant Leadership: Leading through ethical empowerment and service.
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.
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.
Special Applicant Instructions
Visit Columbus State University's online Careers portal to drive your career with us! The online applicant system provides you with the ability to review job opportunities and apply to those that you are interested in and feel qualified for. Each job posting has a summary description of the position and required qualifications. All job applications must be submitted through the online portal system.