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About Us
Albany State University is a fully accredited senior unit of the University System of Georgia. Employees receive benefits provided by the University System of Georgia, including, but not limited to, medical and major medical insurance, group life insurance, participation in the Georgia Teachers' Retirement System, Optional Retirement Plan (Faculty and exempt employees only), Social Security and Tuition Assistance Program after six months of employment.
Location
Our West Campus is located at 2400 Gillionville Road, Albany, GA 31707. Our East Campus is located at 504 College Drive, Albany, GA 31705. The Human Resources office for both campuses is located on the West Campus in Building K, Suite 209.
Job Summary
The Intramural and Recreation Assistant supports campus recreation and wellness initiatives by assisting with intramural sports programs, recreational activities, facility supervision, equipment management, and special events. This position helps create a safe, inclusive, and engaging environment that promotes student involvement, wellness, leadership, and community building.
Sponsorship is not available for this position.
Responsibilities

• Assist with the daily operation and supervision of recreational facilities and activity spaces.
• Support the coordination and administration of intramural sports leagues, tournaments, and recreational programs.
• Monitor participants during recreational activities to ensure compliance with facility rules and safety procedures.
• Distribute, collect, inspect, and maintain recreational and sports equipment.
• Assist with scorekeeping, officiating, participant registration, and event check-in as needed.
• Set up and break down equipment, courts, fields, and activity areas for intramural competitions and special events.
• Provide excellent customer service to students, faculty, staff, and guests participating in recreational programs.
• Conduct routine facility and equipment inspections and report maintenance or safety concerns to professional staff.
• Assist with promotional efforts to increase student participation and engagement in recreation programs.
• Maintain accurate records related to attendance, equipment usage, and program participation.

Required Qualifications

• Must be a current Albany State student enrolled in six or more undergraduate credit hours or three or more graduate credit hours.
• Must be eligible for Federal Work-Study employment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Dependable, responsible, and able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Interest in recreation, wellness, sports, or student engagement.
• Ability to interact positively with diverse campus populations.
• Ability to lift and move recreational equipment and event materials up to 25 pounds.
• Willingness to work evenings and weekends based on program schedules and special events.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience participating in intramural sports, recreation programs, or student organizations.
• Knowledge of basic game rules, scorekeeping, or officiating procedures.
• Previous customer service or event support experience

Required Documents to Attach

• Resume.
• Unofficial transcripts.
• A list of at least 2 professional references with their contact information.

Contact Information
For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact the Office of Human Recourses at (229) 500-2026, or by email at hrasu@asurams.edu. For technical support, please call OneUSG Connect Support at (877) 251.2644, or by email at sscsupport@ssc.usg.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
We achieve outcomes of the highest quality, hold ourselves accountable to the highest standard and are committed to continuous improvement in University programs and services.
Respect
We are directed by tenets of ethics, treating other with courteous regard, and being civil in our interactions.
Community
We strive to build community and value a good mindset.
Teamwork
We seek partnerships within the University and community. We practice a supportive spirit that results in the implementation of plans, actions and shared results.
Learning
We cultivate a practice of global pedagogies in a learning environment.
Conditions of Employment
All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Albany State University.
Certain positions may also require the selected candidate to submit to or have:
* a credit check completed for "Positions of Trust" and/or approved departmental purchase card usage
* a motor vehicle report for positions that require driving an Albany State University vehicle
* a successful pre-employment drug test
Equal Employment Opportunity
Albany State University is an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity and affirmative action institution. It is the policy 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 (including Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Sections 503, and 504, AREA, ADA, E.O. 11246, and Rev. Proc. 75-50). Albany State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Institution. For questions or more detailed information regarding this policy please contact the Albany State University Office of Human Resources at (229) 500-2026. Individuals requiring disability related accommodations for participation in any event or to obtain print materials in an alternative format, please contact the Disability Resource Center at 229-500-3442.