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Sports Program Assistant

University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill

$14.00 per hour

United States, North Carolina, Chapel Hill

104 Airport Dr (Show on map)

Jan 10, 2026

Posting Information

Department	Campus Recreation - 318601
Career Area	Student Services
Posting Open Date	01/09/2026
Application Deadline	01/13/2026
Position Type	Temporary Staff (SHRA)
Position Title	Sports Program Assistant
Position Number	20036135
Vacancy ID	S026704
Full-time/Part-time	Part-Time Temporary
Hours per week	35
Work Schedule	This is a temporary position effective January 14, 2026, through May 16, 2026. While the start date is flexible, the individual must be prepared to begin work no later than January 15, 2026. This role requires a commitment of at least 35 hours per week. While most shifts will occur Monday through Friday between 9:00 AM and 9:00 PM, occasional weekend hours will be required to support intramural events. The official weekly schedule will be determined in coordination with the immediate supervisor.
Position Location
Hiring Range	$14.00 per hour
Proposed Start Date	01/15/2026
Estimated Duration of Appointment	6 months not to exceed 11 months

Position Information

Be a Tar Heel!	A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation's top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn. One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community. University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks that include numerous retail and restaurant discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates for performing arts events.
Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit	Campus Recreation provides a diverse and intentional recreational program in a safe, inclusive, and accessible environment which enhances the social, mental, and physical well-being of the entire University community. With this mission as the focus, Campus Recreation maintains several facilities around campus to help students stay active. In addition to the Rams Head Recreation Center and the Student Recreation Center, there is an indoor and outdoor pool, a number of outdoor courts for tennis, basketball, volleyball and paddle tennis, and lighted fields for sport club practices/matches and team intramural sports. Students have about 50 sport clubs and more than 40 intramural sports for men's, women's, and co-rec teams; in addition to a variety of aquatic and fitness classes/programs, expeditions, challenge course and climbing.
Position Summary	Program Assistants help to support the professional staff, and their responsibilities span administrative and on-field duties, including but not limited to assisting with the execution of student staff development & training, intramural and sports club programming, weekly or monthly staff updates, student meetings, and data collection and research. For this student leadership position, there will be specific roles as well as some general office duties that the Program Assistants oversee and are responsible for. Primary Responsibilities: Assist with creating and leading student development workshops and trainings for staff Assist with organizing intramural leagues, divisions, and schedules Supervise nightly intramural and sports club weekly and weekend programming events Collect nightly team default/forfeit information, and use it to update the schedule and staff Nominate staff members and select monthly awards for staff members Understand and enforce UNC Campus Recreation policies and guidelines, including the Emergency Action Plan Develop professional relationships with coworkers, participants and guests Assist with sports club administrative duties Hire, train, evaluate, and supervise Sports Programs employees Utilize software and databases, including Microsoft Teams, DSE, IMLeagues, WhentoWork Uphold and exceed the expectations of Campus Recreation, including ethical reasoning, critical thinking, teamwork, initiative, and professionalism Carry out the expectations of professional staff when tasked
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements	Bachelor's degree; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience	Prior work experience with Campus Recreation and administration of Intramural Sports and Sport Clubs programming. Officiating experience in football, basketball, soccer, or volleyball. High School, Associate's Degree, or Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience	Ability to work independently and in a team environment. Must possess strong interpersonal communication skills, proven written and organization skills and the ability to handle multiple tasks
Special Physical/Mental Requirements
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities	This position is designated as a Campus Security Authority in accordance with the Clery Act. This position will be required to report Clery crimes to the Clery Compliance Manager and complete annual training about reporting responsibilities.
Special Instructions
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Posting Contact Information

Office of Human Resources Contact Information	If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (919) 843-2300 or send an email to employment@unc.edu Please note: The Office of Human Resources will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement	The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.