Posted: 10-Nov-25
Location: Saint Louis, Missouri
Type: Full Time
Salary: $45,000-$55,000
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Salary Details:
WashU is excited to announce a search for a Manager of Recreation Services. The full job description and application portal can be found here. The priority deadline for submitting an application is Monday, November 24. Please note that applications submitted through bluefishjobs will not be reviewed.
Anticipated Start Date: January 2026
- Provide a professional presence at the main entrance to the Athletics & Recreation Department.
- Greet members and visitors, answer phone calls, provide facility tours, and enforce department and facility policies.
- Professionally execute membership transactions for Sumers Recreation Center as well as completing daily revenue deposits.
- Supervise, train, and evaluate 40-50 student workers at the membership desk.
- Manage the website, mobile app, and social media channels for the Office of Recreation.
- Ability to maintain flexible work hours and provide on-site coverage during known University holidays and breaks.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s Degree in related field.
- Supervisory experience in a collegiate recreation environment.
- Experience utilizing Innosoft Fusion or similar member management system.
- Ability to effectively manage student workers.
- Excellent planning and organization skills.
- Excellent decision making and prioritizing skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively with people from diverse backgrounds.
- Ability to assess and promote inclusive programs.
- Strong conflict management skills.
- Strong team work skills.
- Demonstrated competency in helping to meet program objectives, assessment, and helping to establish program priorities.
About Department of Athletics & Recreation
Our vision is to provide the nation’s foremost experience combining excellence in academics, athletics, and recreation. Comprised of 19 NCAA Division III sports programs impacting over 550 scholar champions, along with recreation facilities and programs that engage 93% of undergraduate students, WashU Athletics & Recreation is uniquely positioned to provide a transformational experience to our students.
The award winning $52 million Gary M. Sumers Recreation Center, built in 2016, operates as the headquarters for fitness and recreation at WashU and serves as a catalyst for health and well-being across the University.
EEO/AA Statement
Washington University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to an individual’s sex, race, color, religion, age, disability status, protected veteran status, national or ethnic origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation. Women, minorities, protected veterans and the disabled are strongly encouraged to apply.
