Manager of Operations, University Recreation

Seattle University; Seattle, Northern (WA, KY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition benefits

Retirement contributions

Onsite fitness facility

Job summary

Seattle University seeks a Manager of Operations to oversee daily operation of the Eisminger Fitness Center, Redhawk Complex and other UREC facilities. This 4‑month, onsite role reports to the Associate Director and leads 20–40 operations staff.

The position emphasizes proactive program assessment, safety, access control, and collaboration with Facilities. Occasional evenings and weekends are required, reflecting campus recreation needs and events.

Qualifications

• Experience supervising and developing professional staff and graduate students.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, including presentations and group facilitation.
• Availability to work occasional evenings and weekends.
• Commitment to diversity and the university’s mission, vision and values.
• First Aid/CPR/AED certification within 90 days of hire and maintained.

Responsibilities

• Facility Management, Operations & Capital Projects: oversee fitness centers and related facilities.
• Supervise 20–40 UREC operations staff; hire, train, and supervise.
• Collaborate with Facilities Operations and external vendors for maintenance.
• Approve policies and procedures for operation of recreation facilities.
• Manage daily deposits and financial resources for membership sales.
• Enforce rules and regulations for recreational programs and facilities.
• Ensure incident reporting and safety compliance.
• Manage access for outside user groups and scheduling.

Skills

Staff supervision

Communication (oral & written)

Evenings & weekends availability

Diversity & values commitment

First Aid/CPR/AED within 90 days

Education

Bachelor’s degree in recreation/sports management/related field

Job description

Months Per Year: 4-month temp contract Work Model: Onsite

Seattle University will be one of the most innovative and progressive Jesuit and Catholic universities in the world, educating with excellence at the undergraduate, graduate, and professional levels. We embrace an intersectional framework for defining diversity in its broadest sense, including differences in gender, gender identity, race, ethnicity, generational history, culture, socioeconomic class, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship status, political perspectives, geographic origin and physical ability. Seattle University strives to be a welcome, open and safe campus climate for all who learn, live and work at Seattle University.

Seattle University’s Core Competencies Effective Team Collaboration: Works harmoniously with others towards a common goal, leveraging individual strengths to achieve shared objectives.

Emotionally Intelligent Communication: Engages in a skillful exchange of information, thoughts, and feelings, verbally and non-verbally.

Ethics and Integrity: Demonstrates an unwavering commitment to honesty, professionalism, and alignment with our Jesuit mission in all actions and decisions.

Flexibility and Innovation: Embraces change, approaching problems with curiosity adaptability, and is committed to making a positive impact.

Mindful Inclusion: Fosters mindful inclusion by consciously creating a workplace that celebrates differences, embraces cultural humility, and empowers uniqueness.

Outcomes-Driven Orientation: Sets clear objectives, pursues excellence, and delivers measurable outcomes while upholding Jesuit Catholic values.

Position Description

UREC Values Student Focused: Students are essential to the success of the department and enable UREC to provide facilities and programs designed to fit the students’ needs.

Community: Building positive relationships through working and participating in recreation.

Proactive: Assessing programs, risk, policies, and procedures to provide highquality services and programming aligned with the needs of Seattle University.

Learning Focused: Working in UREC provides the opportunity to put skills and education into practice in a mentoring environment allowing for growth and development.

Fun: Working in a recreational setting should be enjoyable and rewarding.

Purpose of this Position

The Manager of Operations (Manager) provides daily operation oversight of the Eisminger Fitness Center, Redhawks Complex, and other UREC fitness Facilities. The Manager is supervised by the Associate Director, and interfaces with the Assistant Directors and partners in Facilities and Athletics. This is a temporary position.

Postion Responsibilites

• Facility Management, Operations & Capital Projects Schedules, manages, maintains, and supervises the William F. Eisiminger Fitness Center, Redhawk Complex (150,000 square-foot indoor recreation and athletic facility), SU Park (multi-purpose field, softball field, and jogging track), and four tennis courts.
• Collaborates with the Department of Facilities Operations and non-university contractors/vendors to ensure the proper maintenance of all recreation and intercollegiate athletic facilities.
• Approves all policies and procedures for the proper operation of recreation facilities.
• Manages the maintenance and daily operation of all recreation facilities including ensuring field lighting schedules are maintained, work orders are submitted in a timely manner, and equipment is appropriately stored.
• Collaborates with the Department of Facilities Services and non-university contractors/vendors to ensure the proper maintenance within the facilities.
• Enforces rules and regulations specific to the recreational programs and facility.
• Ensures immediate incident reporting in all areas of responsibility.
• Manages access control and communication for outside user groups.
• Recommends, selects, and inventories capital equipment purchases for recreation facilities.
• Manages daily deposits of cash and other financial resources for membership sales.
• Supervision and Program Operation Promotes, hires, trains, and supervises 20-40 UREC operations staff for all building and program supervision.
• Assists with the management and implementation of departmental assessments.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience supervising and developing professional staff and graduate students
• Strong oral and written communication skills, including presentations and group facilitation
• Availability to work occasional evenings and weekends
• All candidates must show a demonstrated commitment to diversity and the university’s mission, vision and values
• All positions at Seattle University require a criminal history background check
• First Aid/CPR/AED Certification required within 90 days of hire and maintained throughout employment.
• Preferred Bachelor’s degree in recreation, sports management/administration, or a related field plus a minimum of three years of professional experience in the administration of campus recreation programs or a related field with at least one year of facilities management experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.

Compensation at a Glance

$28 per hour

Seattle University has provided a compensation range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information, and not based on a candidate’s gender or any other protected status. Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. Seattle University provides generous leave, health plans, and retirement contributions that add to your total compensation package.

Benefits at a Glance

Consistent with its fundamental Jesuit values, Seattle University offers a wide range of benefits designed to care for the whole person. Choose from three different medical plans, a dental, and vision insurance programs. Protect your income with life, short & long-term disability coverage. Plan for your future with up to a 10% employer contribution for retirement benefits, comprised of a 5% nonelective employer contribution and an additional dollar-for-dollar match of your voluntary contributions up to a maximum of 5%. You may also take advantage of 100% paid tuition benefits for the employee and dependents, a subsidized transportation benefit, a wellness program with free access to an onsite fitness facility, and a wide variety of campus events. Enjoy a generous holiday schedule, including a paid Holiday break closure in December, vacation and paid sick leave, and paid community service leave.

For more information explore the Benefits website at: https://www.seattleu.edu/hr/benefits/

Positions designated as hybrid eligible may offer the opportunity for a hybrid work schedule after successful completion of an introductory period of 3–6 months. In these cases, the role typically begins fully on campus to support onboarding and training, with the potential to transition to a hybrid arrangement thereafter. Positions designated as on‑site are not eligible for hybrid work and are expected to remain fully on campus. All flexible work arrangements are subject to periodic review and may be modified or discontinued at any time at the university’s discretion.

With a career at Seattle University, you’re joining a community of passionate people dedicated to empowering the next generation of leaders and thinkers. Founded in 1891, Seattle University is a Jesuit Catholic university located on a beautiful campus of more than 50 acres in the dynamic heart of Seattle. Our diverse and driven population is made up of more than 7,200 students enrolled in undergraduate and graduate programs within six schools and colleges.

Seattle University is an equal opportunity employer. In support of its pursuit of academic and scholarly excellence, Seattle University is committed to creating a diverse community of students, faculty and staff that is dedicated to the fundamental principles of equal opportunity and treatment in education and employment regardless of age, color, disability, gender identity, national origin, political ideology, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status.

The university encourages applications from, and nominations of, individuals who will further enrich the diversity of our educational community.

Our Mission - Seattle University is dedicated to educating the whole person, to professional formation, and to empowering leaders for a just and humane world.

Our Vision - We will be one of the most innovative and progressive Jesuit and Catholic universities in the world, educating with excellence at the undergraduate, graduate and professional levels.

Our Values Care – We put the good of students first. Academic Excellence – We value excellence in learning with great teachers who are active scholars. Diversity – We celebrate educational excellence achieved through diversity. Faith – We treasure our Jesuit Catholic ethos and the enrichment from many faiths of our university community. Justice – We foster a concern for justice and the competence to promote it. Leadership – We seek to develop responsible leaders committed to the common good.