Recreational Sports Supervisor Permanent SAD08 Administrative Services VIII FT or PT Full time The Recreational Sports Supervisor is a key member of the Recreation team within Cougars Athletics and Recreation. This position supports internal and external stakeholders by being in integrity with the Recreation Promise pillars: providing a welcoming and inclusive place to play on campus, providing accessible and engaging activities, providing a clean and safe environment, and providing friendly and helpful customer service. The Supervisor provides strategic direction and oversight in the areas of student staff development, Intramural sports leagues, recreation and competitive sports clubs, and instructional and drop-in sport programs.

Program

Leadership, Development, and Management (55%) Lead the planning, execution, evaluation, and assessment of all recreational sports offerings—including intramurals, sport clubs, drop-in activities, tournaments, and instruction-aligning all initiatives with the Sport for Life Long-Term Development Model for Sport and Physical Activity. Identify and cultivate innovative partnerships with campus stakeholders (including Residence, SAMRU, faculties, student associations, and clubs) to deliver targeted, accessible, and engaging initiatives that foster a deep sense of student belonging. Collaborate with the Risk Management Committee to implement comprehensive safety protocols.

Develop and enforce risk mitigation procedures for off-campus events and sport clubs, covering travel, injury risk, financial management, safe sport principles, and concussion protocols. Educate and direct student club executives on compliance policies related to risk, safe sport, operations, marketing, and financial management. Creatively manage resources and partner with the Facility Usage Coordinator to maximize space utilization.

Collaborate with the Facilities and Equipment Coordinators to manage setup requirements, inventory, and equipment lifecycles. Develop, monitor, and report on comprehensive budget projections and financial forecasts for all assigned programming areas. Lead a culture of evidence by seeking benchmarking data and developing data-informed decision-making practices (basing program adjustments on assessment, campus trends, and industry research).

Staff

Supervision and Development (35%) Direct the hiring, training,



scheduling, supervision, and leadership development of all recreational sports employees. Lead core competency development, performance reviews, and goal setting for all direct reports, cultivating high-value experiential learning opportunities for casual/flexible staff. Reinforce the effectiveness and success of the organization by actively leading, motivating, coaching, mentoring, and inspiring casual/flexible staff.

Collaborate with AD Recreation to ensure best practices and compliance in carrying out policies and procedures relative to human resources and performance management. Departmental, Divisional and Institutional Service and Planning (10%) Advance the division and departmental strategic plans by serving on committees, working groups, and university-wide initiatives. Work collaboratively to foster department-wide customer experience best practices and protocols for all service areas and staff.

Assist with recommendations and implementation of modifications to the department’s strategic plan as necessary. Collaborate with department, institutional, and community partners to cultivate leadership, citizenship, and engagement opportunities for student employees and participants. Passion and energy for contributing to a university community living healthier, more active lifestyles.

Bachelor's degree in physical literacy, recreation, physical education, sport management, or related field. Specific knowledge of sports rules and the administration of recreational and competitive sports. Demonstrated experience in training and supervision of multiple part‑time staff including sports officials, instructors, volunteers, and supervisors.

Demonstrated commitment to and appreciation of diversity, cultural competence, and global perspectives. Computer/technical proficiency in Microsoft and Google applications. Demonstrated knowledge of theories and practices in promoting student development and learning.





Ability to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends as needed. Master's degree in recreation, physical education, sport management, leadership or related field. Current officiating certifications and experience in at least one sport.

Experience delivering programming that maximizes the student learning experience.

Experience with ActiveNet or similar recreation registration and facility management software. 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.

Mount

Royal provides employees the support they need to lead and advance institutional goals. Learn more about MRU's Academic Plan and Strategic Plan . Talented and committed employees are the driving force behind student success. we work to cultivate an environment that welcomes the whole person, and harnesses the strength that is available in our diversity, creating a rich and inclusive workplace.

MRU offers a competitive total compensation package including learning/training paid by employer, paid vacation, winter holiday closure, personal days and a free membership in our fully equipped recreation centre. Positions over six months may also be eligible for health and dental benefits, pension, health and personal spending accounts, and disability benefits. Our campus offers the convenience of a full medical clinic, dentist and pharmacy, as well as a variety of wellness services such as physiotherapists and massage therapists.

Campus

Recreation offers many activities, including personal training, fitness classes, climbing, aquatics, sports, tournaments and certifications for students, employees and the public. #

📌 Recreational Sports Supervisor (Calgary)
🏢 Mount Royal University
📍 Calgary