Recreation Center Supervisor

Villanova University

Villanova, PA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
SKILLS
Community and Social Services, Customer Support/Service, Emergency Response, Facilities Management, Fitness, Operational Improvement, Operational Support, Operations Management, Operations Processes, Organizational Skills, People Management, Physical Demands, Procedure Development, Recreation, Staff Training
LOCATION
Villanova, PA
POSTED
30+ days ago

Posting Details Do you have questions about the application process? If so, please refer to the Applicant FAQs.

Position Information

  • Posting Number: 20260066V
  • Position Title: Recreation Center Supervisor
  • Posting Type: Student
  • Hours/week: Up to 20 hours per week
  • Eligibility: Work study preferred but open to all students
  • Semester: 2025-2026 Academic Year
  • Location: Cabrini

Detailed Work Schedule This position has primarily nights and weekend hours.

Number of positions: Until all are filled

Department: 775-Athl - Intramurals

Contact Name: Michael Hay Contact Phone/Extension: 610-519-6573

Position Summary Information Job Description Summary Recreation Center Supervisors will work under the direction of the Recreation Center Operations Coordinator and Aquatics Coordinator to manage a staff of student Recreation Center Attendants and Lifeguards as they carry out overall day-to-day operations in The Dixon Center and surrounding outdoor recreational facilities.

Recreation Center Supervisors will assist in the ongoing supervision, training, and evaluation of Recreation Center Attendants and Lifeguards. Supervisors will also serve as the on-site operations manager during early morning, evening, and weekend shifts when professional staff members may be off-site.

Requirements

  • Supervise recreational facilities and enforce recreation center policies and procedures, ensuring a safe environment for recreational activities.
  • Oversee Recreation Center operations and provide direct supervision, guidance, operational support, and training to Recreation Center Attendants and Lifeguards.
  • Stay current on fitness and recreation programs and operational procedures to provide exceptional customer service to Villanova community members.
  • Create a welcoming and positive experience for users.
  • Assist in the ongoing evaluation of student Recreation Center Attendants and Lifeguards.
  • Uphold Recreation Center Attendant and Lifeguard job expectations, ensuring appropriate staffing and operational support throughout the Dixon Center and surrounding recreational facilities.
  • Assist Recreation Center Attendant with their responsibilities when necessary and appropriate.
  • Provide regular feedback and ongoing input to professional staff members for the purpose of refining policies, improving operational procedures, and enhancing services offered.
  • Attend ongoing Recreation Center Supervisor training sessions.
  • Attend and assist in the development and implementation of ongoing student employee training sessions for Recreation Center Attendants and Lifeguards.
  • Enact or assist in emergency response.

Additional Information Physical Demands Summary

  • May be asked to carry/move fitness and recreation equipment.
  • Must be able to lift 45 lbs.
  • May be asked to perform duties at outdoor recreational facilities in various seasons with the possibility of inclement weather.

Wage Rate: $15/hr

Posting Detail Information

  • Closing Date: 11:59pm ET
  • Open Until Filled: Yes

Posting Specific Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  • Are you currently a registered Villanova student? Yes / No
  • Are you eligible for work study? Yes / No / I dont know
  • What is your availability (days and times)? [Open Ended Question]

Optional Applicant Documents

  • Required Documents: Other Document
  • Optional Documents:
  • Cover Letter
  • Letter of Interest
  • Letters of Reference (uploaded by applicant)
  • Resume
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Other Document 2

About the Company

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Villanova University