FWS - Intramural Sports Official (Campus Recreation)

PLEASE READ BEFORE APPLYING!

In order to qualify for this position, you must have a Work-Study award on your financial aid package for fall, spring, and/or summer. If you have any questions regarding Federal Work-Study or KREBS please reach out to Francie Russell in the Office of Financial Aid at 502.272.7328 or via email at frussell@bellarmine.edu.

JOB DESCRIPTION

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

An Intramural Sports Official is the foremost individual in Intramural Sports. Campus Recreation is looking for students who are teachable, dependable, motivated, and display positive attitude and effort to become ambassadors for the Intramural Sports Program.

Intramural Sports Officials are responsible for working with their peers to provide a welcoming, safe and enjoyable environment for all intramural participants. Officials must be able to implement Intramural Sports policies and playing rules in order to maintain control of Intramural contests while also facilitating a balance of fair competition and fun. Officials should display a professional demeanor on-site and should always be proactively striving to improve their officiating skills.

*Please note that previous officiating experience is NOT required. All student officials will be given both classroom and practical training prior to officiating.*

Job Requirements & Expectations:

· Must be a currently enrolled student at Bellarmine University

· Attend all staff and sport-specific officials training clinics

· Ability to officiate multiple Intramural Sports, including but not limited to constant movement up and down a field/court and continuous physical activity

· Ability to move sporting goods and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds

· Ability to occasionally work in outdoor weather conditions (cold, wind, rain, etc.)

· Excellent oral and interpersonal communication skills

· Call all Intramural contests with complete honesty and integrity

· Arrive prepared, on time, and dressed appropriately in uniform to all scheduled shifts

· Understand emergency/evacuation policies and procedures

· Become certified in CPR and First Aid (through the Campus Recreation Program)

Duties & Responsibilities:

· Officiate Intramural contests

· Knowledge of all Intramural game/activity rules and program policies

· Assist with pre- and post-game logistics and administrative functions as well as preparation and inspection of game/event sites

· Ensure a safe environment for intramural participants by thoroughly inspecting the players and playing area before a competition

· Verify participant eligibility

· Run captain’s meetings prior to each competition

· Enforce established rules during intramural competitions

· Handle on-site disputes involving player conflict and rule interpretation

· Evaluate sportsmanship of intramural teams and participants

· Provide positive public relations, program promotion, and policy education to participants

· Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Intramural Sports

Hours:

· Approximately 90% of Intramural Sports hours of operation are outside the traditional workday.

· Intramural Officials must commit to working a minimum of five (5) hours per week.

· Night and weekend hours are required. Intramural games and events are held on weeknight evenings (primarily Wednesdays) between 4:30PM and 11:00PM and on Sundays between 12:00PM and 6:00PM.

· Officials are responsible for clocking in and out each shift and keeping up with their own hours

. Assist with home Club Sport events and program tasks as needed

ADDITIONAL FEDERAL WORK-STUDY DETAILS:

EMPLOYER

Bellarmine University

2001 Newburg Rd.

Louisville, KY 40205

HOURS PER WEEK

The number of hours per a week a student should work is based on his/her total award, the department’s needs, and the student’s class schedule. Students are not to work more than 15 hours per week during the semester. To calculate hours per week, take your annual award and divide it by 30 weeks, and divide again by the student’s hourly wage. (Example: $2000/30/$10/hr = 6.5 hours per week)

PAY RATE

The hourly rate for campus positions is $10.00.

TIMEKEEPING SYSTEM

Bellarmine requires all work-study students to keep an accurate accounting of their hours worked. Timecards must be submitted by your supervisor on the web. At that time, your supervisor should review your hours worked and talk with you about any necessary adjustments.

All Bellarmine work-study students will use an electronic timekeeping system. At the beginning of your work shift, most students will sign on electronically at a computer, using your name and password. When you leave at the end of your scheduled time, you will sign out electronically.

Community service students will be required to fill out a paper timecard for the hours that are worked. Signatures from both the student and supervisor are required.

Careful review of timecards for accuracy and authenticity prior to signing is critical. FWS is a federally funded program, and fraudulent data is punishable by fine and/or imprisonment.

PAY SCHEDULE

Students are paid on a bi-weekly pay cycle. Paychecks may be picked up in the Business Office. Students may also elect to have 100% of their paychecks put on their student accounts to pay tuition, room, board and fees. Students desiring this option must complete the "Authorization to Withhold Work-Study Check for Payment of Tuition" form in the Bursar's Office.

DRESS CODE

Dress code is up to the discretion of each department. If the department requires public contact, the dress code may be stricter than departments with limited public contact.

TARDINESS/ABSENTEEISM

Work with the supervisor to establish a policy that works well for the specific office. Students should call 24 hours ahead for unexpected absences. Only three unexpected absences are allowed per semester. Failure to call a supervisor about an absence should not be tolerated. The third occurrence is cause for dismissal.

EVALUATION

Students will meet with their supervisor when they start to establish and define clear job and performance expectations that include reasonable goals. Supervisors will complete a mid-point and final evaluation each semester to provide guidance and feedback on job performance and progress toward goals. The student is required to participate in professional development training to educate and support their learning, skill development, and purpose as a student employee.

DISCIPLINARY ACTION/TERMINATION PROCESS

Students who are not performing their responsibilities will immediately be confronted verbally by the supervisor. If the behavior does not change, supervisors will document the offense in writing and provide the information to the student. On the third offense, the supervisor will contact the Financial Aid Office for guidance on how to proceed for termination.