DEPARTMENT OF MAGICAL GAMES & SPORTS

The Department of Magical Games and Sports is a department of the Ministry of Magic. It is charged with the regulation of all sport-related events in the Wizarding world. It is roughly the equivalent to the real-life British Department of Culture, Media and Sport. The International Statute of Wizarding Secrecy was signed in 1692, and it made each individual Ministry of Magic responsible for the consequences of all magical sports played within their countries. The Ministry started passing legislation pertaining to Quidditch in 1750 (including the first official set of rules of the game).

Here, at the British Ministry of Magic, areas that fall under the jurisdiction of the Magical Games & Sports are:

• Quidditch Division
• Gobstones Division
• Recreational Sports Division

Each of these areas offers many opportunities for advancement, though specialist knowledge and training is required in some roles. So, read on to discover what might be the right job and field of interest for you with Magical Games & Sports!

QUIDDITCH DIVISION
The Quidditch Division Staff keep the professional Quidditch league running smoothly. These employees work closely with the professional coaches, players, and mascots to make sure everyone is trained the way they should be, rules are being followed, and fines are being paid. The division also manages all advertisements through the on and offseason.

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Quidditch Division Manager (no open positions)
The Quidditch Division Manager is responsible for managing the Quidditch Division and staff, and coordinating with other Divisions and Departments within the ministry, as well as running the professional Quidditch league and coordinating tryouts and matches for international Quidditch play.

U-17 Quidditch Liaison Officer (1 position)
The Under-17 Quidditch Liaison Officer is responsible for coordination between the professional British and Irish Quidditch League and the U-17 Quidditch League. Primary duties include coordinating events with professional Quidditch players or coaches and arranging scout attendance at matches. Additional responsibilities may include hosting workshops for U-17 Quidditch players or recent graduates, recruiting coaches for the U-17 teams, and arranging venues. The ideal candidate has experience in either the U-17 or professional Quidditch leagues.

Quidditch Regulation Officer (2 position)
The Quidditch Regulation Office is responsible for the distribution of current Quidditch Rule books, regulation of uniforms and team emblems, playing equipment regulation (including broomsticks), enforcing fines on players for flagrant fouls/equipment violations, and the certification and recertification of referees.

Quidditch Public Relations Officer (no open positions)
The Quidditch Public Relations Office is responsible for the creation and distribution of league schedules, individual game programmes, ticket prices, player trading cards, press accreditation passes, and issuing official statements regarding league news to the various media outlets. Also works with the Quidditch Mascot Department when organizing public events involving team mascots.

Pitch Administration Officer (1 position)
The Pitch Administration Office responsible for the maintenance of all pitches, including the stands, goal hoops, grass, locker rooms, press boxes, and the protective wards. Also responsible for enforcing fines for violations and closing pitches that do not meet the minimum standards. Works with U-17 Quidditch Liaison Officer as necessary to ensure pitches are available for U-17 tryouts and matches.

Quidditch Mascot Officer (1 positions)
The Quidditch Mascot Office is responsible for the rules and appearances of the various mascots in the league. Also responsible for enforcing fines on mascots that violate behavior rules. Works closely with public relations.

GOBSTONES DIVISION
The Gobstone Division Staff keep the professional Gobstone league running smoothly. These employees work closely with the professional owners, coaches, and players to make sure everyone is trained the way they should be, rules are being followed, and fines are being paid. The division also manages all advertisements through the on and offseason

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Gobstones Division Manager (1 position)
The Gobstones Division Manager is responsible for managing the Gobstones Division, staff and coordinating with other Divisions and Departments within the Ministry, as well as running the Gobstones league.

U-17 Gobstones Liaison Officer (1 position)
The Under-17 Gobstones Liason Officer is responsible for coordination between the professional British and Irish Gobstones League and the U-17 Gobstones Clubs. Primary duties include coordinating each U-17 Gobstones club’s pro coach duties, organizing the annual scrimmages and training with professional Gobstones players. Additional responsibilities may include coordinating scout attendance of U-17 events and arranging venues for tryouts, practices, and games. The ideal candidate has experience in either professional Gobstones or the Gobstones Division within the Department of Magical Games and Sports.

Gobstones Public Relations Officer (3 positions)
The Gobstones Public Relations Office is responsible for the creation and distribution of club schedules, match programmes, ticket prices, press accreditation passes, and issuing official statements regarding club news to the various media outlets.

Gobstones Administration Officer (6 positions)
The Gobstones Admininstration Office is responsible for the distribution of current Gobstone rules, regulation of Gobstones, regulation of uniforms and club emblems, enforcing fines on players for equipment violations/cheating, creation of playing arena (including spectator seating), and the certification and recertification of referees.

RECREATIONAL SPORTS DIVISION
The Recreational Division works closely with the youth. They make sure all practice facilities are playable for each game or sport as well as help coordinate and help coaches with signups and practice/game schedules. The division also takes care of the winged horse facility and works with contracts for their riders.

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Recreational Sports Division Manager (no open positions)
The Recreational Sports Division Manager is responsible for the execution of recreational sports leagues, camps, and special events. They coordinate with the Professional leagues for the recruitment of volunteer coaches and camp teachers. They are responsible for coordinating work with other departments for international tournaments in Wizard’s Chess or Youth Sports and for event security. They coordinate with the Hogwarts Liaisons and other education personnel to recruit youth for the Under-17 Quidditch league, as well as other recreational leagues and camps.

Recreational Sports Public Relations Officer (1 positions)
The Recreational Sports Public Relations Office is responsible for the creation and distribution of club schedules, match programmes, and signup notices for recreational and youth leagues. Responsible for the creation and distribution of any schedules and public notices for the winged horse races. They work with the U-17 Quidditch and U-17 Gobstones Liaison Officers to arrange tryouts and press for the two leagues.

Recreational Sports Administration Officer (2 positions)
The Recreational Sports Administration Office is responsible for the distribution of current rules, regulation of leagues, regulation of uniforms and club emblems, coordinating schedules and teams, creation of playing areas (including spectator seating), and the certification and recertification of referees. Their biggest role is regulating Winged Horse related events and facilities, as well as miscellaneous recreational sports events.

Recreational Broom Sports Officer (2 Positions)
The Recreational Broom Sports Office is responsible for all youth and recreational broom sports leagues and camps--Quidditch, Quodpot, broom racing. Responsibilities include enforcing rules and regulations, coordinating schedules and teams, and training and recruitment of coaches and referees. Coordinates facilities for leagues and camps. Works with U-17 Quidditch Liaison as necessary.

Recreational Games Officer (2 positions)
The Recreational Games Office is responsible for all youth and recreational games, including Gobstones and Wizard's Chess. Responsibilities include enforcing rules and regulations, coordinating schedules and teams, and training and recruitment of coaches and referees. Coordinates facilities for clubs, competitions, and camps. Works with U-17 Gobstones Liaison as necessary. The Recreational Games Office is also responsible for coordinating wizard teams for any Muggle sports leagues.

Activities Administrator (1 position)
The Activities Administrator is responsible for running non-magical recreational sports offerings, coordinating and/or leading employee fitness classes in the Level 7 Multi-Purpose Room, and providing support to members of the magical community wishing to participate in Muggle sport leagues or classes. This position requires yoga, Pilates, or other fitness instructor certification to be completed within the first year of employment. Muggle Studies NEWT recommended.