Intramural Sports Official - Winter 2025

About Western

Since 1878, Western University has been committed to serving our communities through the pursuit of academic excellence and by providing students, faculty, and community members with life-long opportunities for intellectual, social, and cultural growth. We seek excellent students, faculty, and staff to join us in what has become known as the "Western Experience" - an opportunity to contribute to a better world through the development of new knowledge, new abilities, new connections, and new ways to make a difference.

About Us

Student Experience fosters equitable learning environments in which all students can thrive to their full potential. Through our commitment to integrating research, theory, and practice across all of the programs, resources, and supports we provide, Student Experience leads an ecosystem of people, places, and spaces that empower student thriving. Our vision is for all Mustangs to discover their personalized pathway through Western’s rich, wholistic learning environment; engage in brave conversations with our diverse community on and off campus, and develop the courage to be uncomfortable without fear of failure in order to thrive throughout their degree and after graduation.

The Sport & Recreation pillar collectively works to enrich student thriving through a focus on developing leadership and success in sport and recreation. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion we engage Mustangs in active-wellbeing and inspire spirit and tradition in order to strengthen the bonds of the Western community. Our vision is for students to discover balance in their lives and pursue challenges without fear of failure, ultimately enhancing their ability to thrive.

Responsibilities

PURPOSE OF ROLE:

Intramural Sports Officials are responsible for creating an inviting atmosphere in a competitive, yet safe, environment. Officials must have strong interpersonal and communication skills as their main responsibility is to implement the Intramural Sports policies and playing rules in order to ensure an appropriate level of control, fairness, and safety. Officials serve as ambassadors of safe play by modelling a positive attitude on-site and good sportsmanship, and always be striving to improve their officiating skills. The Intramural Sports Officials will be a key contributor in cultivating a sense of community amongst participants that is supportive of building a thriving and equitable campus.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Responsible for officiating, supervising games in compliance with Intramural rules and policies for all assigned intramural sport leagues, activities, tournaments and special events.
2. Responsible for collecting sport bags, helping with set up and take down of all equipment (if necessary) for all assigned Intramural sport leagues, activities, tournaments and special events.
3. Responsible for signing in and clearing all participants from the facilities at the end of games (if necessary) for all assigned Intramural sport leagues, activities, tournaments and special events.
4. Responsible for maintaining the safety for all assigned Intramural sport leagues, activities, tournaments and special events.
5. Work in cooperation with the Intramural Coordinator, Intramural Team Leaders and Intramural Conveners.
6. Act as a front-line ambassador for the Intramural program while officiating and interacting with participants.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

1. First Aid & CPR certification required
2. Excellent interpersonal skills, including demonstrated strong customer service, problem-solving and interpersonal skills are required.
3. Ideal Intramural Sports Officials are experienced in refereeing, with sincere interest in recreational sporting activities and who have a strong knowledge of Campus Recreation’s programs, services, and facilities.

EXPERIENCE:

Prior experience or training in sport preferred, but not required.

Why Western?

Western offers a broad and exciting variety of part-time and temporary employment opportunities with ample room for job exploration and growth. Within our beautiful campus, you are part of a progressive work environment that promotes work/life balance including access to our state-of-the-art recreation centre. Apply for an opportunity to be part of the Western community and contribute to its success!

Background Checks

Please note, successful applicants may be required to produce current record check(s) (e.g. vulnerable sector, criminal record and police information) from a police service prior to commencing employment.

Applying at Western

To ensure that your application is given full consideration, please complete all relevant sections of the application. In addition, you can choose to supplement your application with a cover letter and current resume.

Consideration of applicants will include an assessment of previous performance, experience, and qualifications. Applicants should have oral communication skills in English.

Western Values Diversity

The University invites applications from all qualified individuals. Western is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from women, members of racialized groups/visible minorities, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, and persons of any gender identity or gender expression. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodations for interviews or other meetings, please contact Human Resources or phone 519-661-2194.

Please Note:

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.