Mount Royal University·Calgary, Alberta
Assist with administrative tasks for intramurals, drop-ins, and unique/special programs.
Support programming, administration, and evaluation of intramurals and drop-ins.
Support unique programs including Learn 2 Plays, Get Aqtive, Iniskim SPAR, and tournaments.
Assist with larger programming projects and requests in collaboration with the Recreation Sport Supervisor.
Facilitate intramural, drop-in, and special programs.
Ensure an inclusive, belonging, and respectful culture for participants and staff.
Lead the facilitation of the All Captains meeting.
Assist Intramural Leads with administration of programming.
Lead Intramural Staff training, mentoring, and evaluation of officials/scorekeepers.
Review and follow up on Intramural Lead Nightly Reports and Officials Reports.
Meet weekly with Intramural Leads to support and mentor.
Support self-evaluations of Intramural Staff.
Communicate effectively with internal and external partners and the Recreational Sport Supervisor.
Promote intramural activities and programs on campus through promotional activities as requested.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Recreational Sports Supervisor
Job Title Intramural & Unique 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
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 Intramural & Unique Programs Assistant is responsible for assisting with administrative tasks associated with sections of the Intramural portfolio including, intramurals, drop in sports, and special programs. Within these areas tasks will center around aspects of preparation, administration, and facilitation for programs. This in-person position will include a mix of weekday daytime and evening shifts. While primarily located at MRU Recreation, some drop-in and special program shifts operate at the Flames Community Arena and other off-campus locations and a personal vehicle is preferred for transporting themselves and/or equipment.
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. New career opportunities arise frequently and are posted as they become available. Please check back often to view our latest postings on our Career Opportunities page. If you require accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please notify erecruiter@mtroyal.ca and we will work together on your accommodation request. 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. Mount Royal provides employees the support they need to lead and advance institutional goals. Learn more about MRU's Academic Plan and Strategic Plan.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Willing to work with minimal supervisory assistance and as part of a team.
Willingness to lead, train, and mentor officials and scorekeepers.
Willingness to be creative and provide feedback and ideas collaboratively.
Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
Open attitude to working with a diverse population and considering all when programming.
Experience and/or education with activity or sport programming.
critical thinking and programming to community needs.
knowledge of sport rules/officiating and sport/physical activity best practices.
ability to use Google Suite and ActiveNet.
Market context
In Alberta, intramural and unique programs assistant roles are often available in campus recreation and community sport settings, where employers look for reliable support with events, officials, and scorekeeping. This role can be competitive because it combines teamwork, leadership, and strong communication with the ability to work independently. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then tailor your application to show mentoring, organization, and creative problem-solving experience.