Campus Recreation Operations & Fitness Coordinator

NEIU; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Northeastern Illinois University in Chicago is seeking a Supervisor to oversee Campus Recreation facility operations, event and rental support, and fitness programs.

The role includes hiring, training, scheduling, supervising a sizable student staff, maintaining equipment and space, coordinating with Facilities Management, and supporting large special events. It requires a relevant degree or equivalent experience and allows occasional evenings/weekends; in-office setting.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or equivalent in kinesiology, recreation, or related field.
• Graduate Assistantship in campus recreation acceptable for two years.
• Bachelor’s degree plus 1 year of recreation program experience.
• 4 years in recreation programs or related leadership roles.

Responsibilities

• Hire, train, schedule, supervise and assess staff (35-50 student staff, temps, grads).
• Oversee facility operations, equipment maintenance, and safety compliance.
• Coordinate event and rental support, large-scale rentals, and staff scheduling.
• Develop and evaluate fitness programs; supervise instructors and trainers.

Skills

Staff supervision

Training & development

Scheduling

Emergency response

Communication

Education

Master’s degree in field relevant to position

Graduate Assistantship in campus recreation

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field

4 years experience in recreation programs

Job description

Northeastern Illinois University in Chicago is seeking a Supervisor to oversee Campus Recreation facility operations, event and rental support, and fitness programs.

The role includes hiring, training, scheduling, supervising a sizable student staff, maintaining equipment and space, coordinating with Facilities Management, and supporting large special events. It requires a relevant degree or equivalent experience and allows occasional evenings/weekends; in-office setting.