Campus Recreation Operations Lead

RiseMe; Stillwater (OK); On-site; USD 45,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Oklahoma State University in Stillwater seeks a Coordinator Operations to lead recreation facilities and develop student leaders. You will oversee daily operations at Colvin Recreation Center, Seretean Wellness Center, and Colvin Annex within the Department of Wellness.

You will manage staffing, training, safety, payroll, budgeting, and risk management, ensuring welcoming, clean, safe facilities with excellent service for patrons and students.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Health Promotion, Recreation Management, Leisure Studies, Exercise Science or related field.
• One year of related professional experience; GA counted as 1 year of full-time experience.
• CPR/AED/First Aid certification and instructor requirement within 90 days of hire.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite; strong communication and organizational skills.
• Preferred: Master's in Recreation Management or related field; 2–3 years supervisory operations experience.
• Experience with time and attendance software is desirable; RCRSP certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist daily facility operations, staffing, maintenance coordination, and policy enforcement.
• Recruit, hire, train, schedule, supervise, and evaluate student Operations staff.
• Ensure cleanliness and readiness through routine inspections and safety checks.
• Support payroll processing, budgeting, and inventory management for supplies and safety equipment.
• Contribute to risk management through safety audits, emergency planning, and staff training.
• Monitor compliance with safety standards and best practices across the department.
• Provide on-site supervision during evenings and weekends as needed.

Skills

Staff management

Recruitment

Training

Education

Bachelor's degree in Health Promotion / related field

Tools

Time and Attendance Software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Oklahoma State University in Stillwater seeks a Coordinator Operations to lead recreation facilities and develop student leaders. You will oversee daily operations at Colvin Recreation Center, Seretean Wellness Center, and Colvin Annex within the Department of Wellness.

You will manage staffing, training, safety, payroll, budgeting, and risk management, ensuring welcoming, clean, safe facilities with excellent service for patrons and students.