Manager-Sport and Recreation Center

All applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Job Description

Nature of Work

Oversees the operations and activities of the Recreation Center including budgeting and purchasing. Manage exercise class programming and assist with facility oversight. Supervise Recreation Center operations and events. Hire, train, and supervise student workers.

Examples of Work Performed

1. Supervision of recreation and athletic events.
2. Reporting and feedback of facility maintenance issues.
3. Hire, train, schedule and monitor event staff.
4. Scheduling of recreation and athletic facilities.
5. Order recreation and athletic equipment.
6. Oversight/scheduling of streaming for events.
7. Strategic planning for recreation and athletic facilities and operations.
8. Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree

Preferred Qualifications

  • Master's Degree 

Other Requirements

  • Criminal Background Check.

About Us

Wayne State College serves as a model of success for regional public higher education. Investments in infrastructure and facilities, expanded academic programs and partnerships, a whole-campus approach to recruitment and retention, and a commitment to strategic planning position the College as a strong member of the Nebraska State College System. More than 4,500 students rely on Wayne State for access to graduate and undergraduate degree programs in more than 130 programs of study each year, a role the College has proudly filled since its founding in 1891. Our goals are clear: continually improve retention and graduation rates, provide high-quality academic programs and campus facilities, support workforce and economic development in the region, maintain affordability and access, and manage resources for sustainability. We invite qualified applicants to join us in our important work.

Information at a Glance
Req Id:  717
Org Unit:  Recreation Center WSC
Application Review Date:  8/8/25
Open Until Filled:  Yes
Union:  Nebraska State College Professional Association (NSCPA)
Job Location:  Wayne, NE 68787
Advertised Salary:  Annual salary range is $50,544-$51,000.
Job Type:  Full-Time
Benefits Eligible:  Yes
For questions or accommodations related to this position contact:  hr@wsc.edu
Special Instructions to Applicant:  In addition to your Resume, please upload a copy of your Transcripts and Cover Letter.

The Nebraska State Colleges are equal opportunity institutions and prohibit unlawful discrimination and harassment. Each College has designated an individual to coordinate the Colleges' non-discrimination efforts to comply with regulations implementing Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act, Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act. Inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies and practices may be directed to the Compliance Coordinators assigned at each College and identified on each College website.

Posting Start Date:  8/8/25