Job Title Club Programs Assistant Job Type Flexible Union MRSA Salary Grade Flexible / Casual Classification (Salary Grade) SAD01 Administrative Services (Salary Grade 12) Hybrid Work This position is ineligible Position End Date 4/30/2027 Location MRU Main Campus - Calgary, AB T3E 6K6 CA (Primary) About This Position About the Role 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.
Responsibilities 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 Qualifications 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).
We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, however, Canadian citizens, permanent residents and others currently legally authorized to work in Canada will be given priority. Please note only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. After the close date, you can check on the status of your application through your Career Centre.
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About MRU Founded in 1910 and located in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, Mount Royal University grew into a vibrant college in the 1930s and became a mid-sized university in 2009. A student-focused undergraduate university built on teaching excellence, Mount Royal University is known for our top-calibre programs, high-quality teaching and learning experience, robust delivery of liberal education, scholarly teaching, experiential learning and undergraduate research. MRU serves approximately 15,782 students, including 11,752 full time and 4,030 part-time learners.
MRU offers 13 bachelor's degrees encompassing 37 majors across faculties such as Arts, Business, Communications, Health, Community & Education, and Science & Technology. With over 74% of its student body drawn from the local area, Mount Royal University primarily serves Calgary and its surrounding region. MRU is a diverse yet close community with over 1,800 employees.
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📌 Club Programs Assistant (Calgary)
🏢 Mount Royal University
📍 Calgary