Recreation Facilities Supervisor

Department: Recreation | Classification: Non-Exempt | FTE: 0.05

About the role

The Recreation Facilities Supervisor oversees the daily operations of the campus recreation and athletic facilities during assigned shifts. This role provides direct supervision and leadership to Recreation Attendants, ensures a safe and welcoming environment for all patrons, and supports overall facility functionality during regular hours and special events. The Recreation Facilities Supervisor serves as the primary point of contact for incident response and operational decision-making in the absence of full-time staff.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and support Recreation Attendants to ensure effective front-line operations.
• Provide leadership, direction, and real-time feedback to staff during shifts.
• Serve as the primary responder to incidents and emergencies, including coordinating care and completing incident reports.
• Ensure all facility policies and procedures are enforced consistently and professionally.
• Oversee facility operations, including opening, closing, and shift transitions.
• Conduct routine facility walkthroughs to monitor safety, cleanliness, and equipment conditions.
• Address patron concerns, conflicts, and escalated situations with professionalism and sound judgment.
• Support special events, programs, and reservations within the facility.
• Communicate important updates and issues to professional staff in a timely manner.
• Assist with staff training, onboarding, and ongoing development.
• Ensure proper use, setup, and storage of recreation equipment.

Requirements

• High School Diploma (Bachelor’s Degree preferred).
• CPR/AED/First Aid Certification (or willingness to obtain).
• Previous experience working in recreation, athletics, or a related environment (at least 2 years preferred).
• Demonstrated leadership experience or ability to supervise staff effectively.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and customer service skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to take initiative and manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously.

Employment in this position is conditioned upon successful completion of a background check, which may include criminal background checks, reference checks, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, certifications, motor vehicle checks, credit checks, employment eligibility verification, and/or a pre-employment physical.

Schedule

10-months annually, mid-August through mid-June with occasional summer shifts. Available shifts: Fridays 5–10 pm, Saturdays 8 am–2 pm or 2 pm–10 pm, Sundays 9 am–3 pm.

Pay

Hourly rate: $20.25.

Benefits

• 9% retirement match.
• Contributions to eligible employees' health savings accounts.
• Significant tuition discount (up to a 90% reduction) at ACM, GLCA, and ELCA colleges and universities for employees' children.
• Generous paid time off.

About Us

Founded in 1874, St. Olaf College is a residential, coeducational liberal arts college with approximately 3,000 students and 800 faculty and staff. The college is located on a picturesque 300-acre campus in Northfield, Minnesota, a vibrant, historic river town of 20,000 located 45 minutes south of culturally rich and diverse Minneapolis and St. Paul. The college offers an academically rigorous, nationally ranked liberal arts education that fosters the development of the whole person in mind, body, and spirit and emphasizes learning in an inclusive and globally engaged community.