Student Recreation Operations Coordinator

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Position Title: Student Recreation Operations Coordinator

Job Category: Academic Staff

Employment Type: Regular

Job Profile: Recreation Program Supervisor

Job Duties:

Under the supervision of the Assistant Director of Student Recreation, the Student Recreation Operations Coordinator provides oversight and support for the general Student Recreation facility operations. This position is primarily responsible for membership, access, policy development/enforcement, program marketing, and student staffing of the Student Recreation department. There is a strong emphasis on student development, training, and availability/support when student staff are present. Evening, weekends, and some holiday work will be required.

The coordinator assists in hiring, supervising and training of student staff to effectively carry out the mission of these program areas and interacts closely with students in providing effective and impactful connection opportunities; so that students might find belonging on campus and subsequently succeed as students at UW Oshkosh.

Key Job Responsibilities:

Special Event/Monthly Incentive Programming: (20%)

• Assist event and rental group set up and support.
• Assist with Health & Wellness special events and incentive programs.
• Other duties as assigned.

Other duties as assigned:

• Departmental Marketing Assistance
• Event Support (Rec Plex rentals, etc.)

Emergency Response Training and Equipment Repair Coordination: (25%)

• Develop and coordinate ongoing training and testing of student staff in emergency response: CPR/First Aid, building and environmental emergencies.
• Coordinate with vendors to order and repair equipment as needed.

Coordinate Albee Pool Open Swim Hours: (10%)

• Hire, schedule and supervise Life Guard staff
• Promote open swim program to campus community.
• Assist in pool reservation/scheduling.

Administrative Support: (20%)

• Provide primary Admin support for department.
• POs, purchasing, payroll tracking
• Coordinate with service vendors (repair, project, maintenance).
• Credit Card purchases
• Occasional support for Sport Club program.

Membership Services: (25%)

• Assist in the recruiting, hiring, training, scheduling, and supervision of student staff.
• Develop and maintain regular communication with student, staff/faculty members.
• Create and market incentives for membership growth to staff/faculty.

Department: Student Health and Wellness- Recreation Center

Compensation: $44,000, commensurate with experience

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Recreational Sports or related field
• Adult First Aid/CPR/AED or able to obtain within first 30 days
• Experience working in Recreation industry

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2+ years working in full-time recreation position
• Facility management experience
• Experience with supervision and team management
• Experience with purchasing, hiring and administrative tasks

How to Apply:

Applicants must submit the following documents using the online application:

• Resume
• Cover Letter

*Please use your application materials to speak to each of the qualifications for this position as listed above. Be sure to describe your relevant experience and areas of expertise, using specific examples from your work and education history. Applicants must complete all required fields and attach all required documents prior to submitting the online application.*

All final candidates will be asked to provide names, email contact information, and/or phone numbers for three (3) references, with at least one being from a manager or supervisor, during the interview process.  

Note: Once you have attached your materials and submitted your application, you will not be able to go into the system and change them.

To Ensure Consideration: Applications received by the end of the day on 5/10/2026 are ensured full consideration. Applications received after that date may be given consideration. Application materials will be evaluated, and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. Incomplete and/or late application materials may not receive consideration.