What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manager, Informal Recreation & Facilities position at The University of Akron?
Job Summary
Manages, schedules, and coordinates the facility schedule of the Student Recreation & Wellness Center and Buchtel Field. Responsible for hiring, training, evaluating and supervising facility student employees while developing and applying employee trainings in safety, customer service, and event management.
Essential Functions
Additional Position Information:
Requires a relevant bachelor's degree
Experience
Requires a minimum of 1 year of experience in collegiate recreation or equivalent field.. Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, manage time efficiently, and prioritize tasks. Supervisory experience of staff and/or students, strong oral and written communication skills, ability to work non-traditional work week, and ability to work in a high-tempo work environment. Computer skills to include Microsoft Office suite of programs and membership/facility management software.
Compensation: Starting salary for this position is $47,950 annually. The University of Akron offers a competitive total compensation package comprised of a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits for eligible employees, including medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, and paid leave of absences including time off for illness, vacation, and maternity or paternity leave. In addition, eligible employees and their dependents are provided tuition remission.
Application Instructions: In order to be considered for this position, please attach your resume and cover letter.
Application Deadline: Review of applicants will begin on May 8, 2026.
FLSA Status (exempt/nonexempt)
United States of America (Exempt)
Union Affiliation (if Applicable)
For assistance with your application or attachments, please contact the Human Resources representative listed:
Madilyn Otterbacher
Email
mao76@uakron.edu
________________________________________________________________________
Background Check Statement
The University of Akron is committed to providing a safe environment for all students and employees. The University endeavors to protect the health, welfare and safety of all students, employees and visitors on our campus. As such, all offers of employment with The University of Akron are contingent upon verification of credentials, and satisfactory completion of a criminal background check. Some positions may require additional credit investigation and a pre-employment driving record search.
Non-Discrimination Statement
The University of Akron is an Equal Education and Employment Institution. View our Non-Discrimination Statement for more information. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.
State of Residence Statement
It is the expectation of the University of Akron that all work performed as an employee of the University will be performed in Ohio.
Manages, schedules, and coordinates the facility schedule of the Student Recreation & Wellness Center and Buchtel Field. Responsible for hiring, training, evaluating and supervising facility student employees while developing and applying employee trainings in safety, customer service, and event management.
Essential Functions
- Recruit, hire, train, supervise, and evaluate approximately 65 students staff for the following positions: facility supervisor, front desk attendant, equipment check-out, court monitor, and custodial. Design and deliver student training and development opportunities that align with industry best practices and increase student buy-in.
- Organize, implement, and provide on-site supervision of special event programming within recreation facilities and campus wide, to include SRWC, Ocasek Natatorium and Buchtel Field. Work with department programs, university departments, and community patrons for scheduling, billing and contracts, personnel, supervision and other duties related to facility reservations. Assist in operation of SRWS aquatic program to include facility operations, policy and procedure management, and special event programming.
- Coordinate informal recreation schedule for court space and open recreation time, ensuring a diverse offering of drop-in sports to meet the needs of the campus community.
- Operate facility management system (DSE) and support facility operations for functions including but not limited to: facility reservations, equipment check-out, point of sale, membership sales, program registration, and reporting. Assist in the creation of policies and procedures related to fiscal responsibility and sourcing.
- Maintain inventory and recommend purchases of equipment for check-out and other facility operation supplies. Develop program yearly budget, tracking and reporting, compiling revenue information on a per-session, semester, and fiscal year basis. Monitor expenditures and payroll to meet budget goals.
- Assist in maintenance and upkeep of facilities to include SRWC & ONAT facilities. Coordinate with appropriate personnel both internal and external to the SRWS Department to maintain cleanliness & safety standards of equipment.
- American Red Cross CPR (or equivalent) Instructor (or ability to obtain within 3 months of hire)
Additional Position Information:
Requires a relevant bachelor's degree
Experience
Requires a minimum of 1 year of experience in collegiate recreation or equivalent field.. Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, manage time efficiently, and prioritize tasks. Supervisory experience of staff and/or students, strong oral and written communication skills, ability to work non-traditional work week, and ability to work in a high-tempo work environment. Computer skills to include Microsoft Office suite of programs and membership/facility management software.
Compensation: Starting salary for this position is $47,950 annually. The University of Akron offers a competitive total compensation package comprised of a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits for eligible employees, including medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, and paid leave of absences including time off for illness, vacation, and maternity or paternity leave. In addition, eligible employees and their dependents are provided tuition remission.
Application Instructions: In order to be considered for this position, please attach your resume and cover letter.
Application Deadline: Review of applicants will begin on May 8, 2026.
FLSA Status (exempt/nonexempt)
United States of America (Exempt)
Union Affiliation (if Applicable)
For assistance with your application or attachments, please contact the Human Resources representative listed:
Madilyn Otterbacher
mao76@uakron.edu
________________________________________________________________________
Background Check Statement
The University of Akron is committed to providing a safe environment for all students and employees. The University endeavors to protect the health, welfare and safety of all students, employees and visitors on our campus. As such, all offers of employment with The University of Akron are contingent upon verification of credentials, and satisfactory completion of a criminal background check. Some positions may require additional credit investigation and a pre-employment driving record search.
Non-Discrimination Statement
The University of Akron is an Equal Education and Employment Institution. View our Non-Discrimination Statement for more information. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.
State of Residence Statement
It is the expectation of the University of Akron that all work performed as an employee of the University will be performed in Ohio.
Salary : $47,950