Student Facility Supervisor

KU Recreation Services provides a variety of resources for wellness, physical fitness, team and individual sports, group fitness classes, and personal training. Indoor and outdoor facilities accommodate a broad range of participants — from beginners looking to improve their health with low impact exercise to seasoned athletes aspiring to push their physical abilities to the next level.

Facility Supervisors play an essential role in supporting the daily operations of the Ambler Student Recreation Fitness Center (ASRFC). During each shift, Supervisors are responsible for enforcing and implementing departmental policies and procedures, completing assigned operational tasks, and ensuring that all KU Recreation Services participants can safely and fully enjoy the facilities, programs, and services offered.

Facility Supervisors are scheduled to work throughout the Fall and Spring semesters, as well as during Fall, Winter, and Spring breaks. Summer semester employment is optional and staffed by those who are available. Shifts may occur any day of the week, Monday through Sunday, and include early mornings (as early as 5:45 AM), daytime hours, evenings, and late nights (as late as 10:45 PM). Weekend shifts are assigned regularly as part of a rotating schedule.

Facility Supervisors must hold a current CPR/AED certification or obtain certification within one month of hire.

Per the State of Kansas, student employees may hold concurrent appointments not to exceed maximum appointment and hours worked levels. However, concurrent student appointments must be of matching ELSA designation (exempt/salaried or non-exempt/hourly)

55% - Facility Supervision

• Apply critical thinking and sound judgment to effectively manage participants, activity spaces, and facility operations.
• Provide on-site supervision and administrative support across all KIJ Recreation Services facilities.
• Execute opening and closing procedures for the Ambler Student Recreation Fitness Center (ASRFC).
• Maintain a thorough understanding of daily operations, facility schedules, and program/event activities.
• Setup and tear down event spaces, ensuring timely return to standard room and facility layouts.
• Coordinate and supervise participant activities, including:
  • Open Recreation Basketball
  • Open Recreation Volleyball
  • Open Recreation Badminton and Pickleball
  • Court setup and transitions
  • Racquetball and squash reservations
  • Guided facility tours
• Assist with point-of-sale transactions, including guest passes, KU Fit passes, memberships (new and renewals), locker and equipment rentals, and pro shop items.
• Utilize communication tools effectively, including telephones, radios, computers, chat/message platforms, and email.
• Utilize recreation management system to manage access control, reservations, sales, and equipment checkout processes.
• Monitor facility spaces to deter theft and manage Lost & Found procedures.

20% - Risk Management

• Promote a safe environment through proactive supervision and preventative risk management practices.
• Identify and address potential safety hazards, including facility conditions and equipment concerns.
• Exercise sound decision-making when responding to incidents, accidents, or emergencies.
• Recognize risks associated with equipment use and maintenance.
• Accurately document and report all accidents, incidents, injuries, and emergencies in a timely manner.
• Complete all required duties outlined in the Supervisor Shift Checklist.
• Respond to emergencies in accordance with established protocols.
• Provide leadership and direction to staff and patrons during emergency situations.

15% - Facility Security

• Ensure timely locking and unlocking of designated facility access points.
• Secure the ASRFC during opening and closing procedures.
• Maintain accountability for assigned supervisor keys.
• Assist participants with theft reporting and complete detailed incident reports.
• Conduct routine walkthroughs of the front plaza, exterior walkways, and loading dock areas.
• Carry and monitor a radio at all times while on duty.
• Promote secure storage of personal belongings among participants.

10% - Maintenance & Cleaning

• Support routine cleaning and maintenance tasks as assigned.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of ASRFC spaces.
• Follow established procedures for handling biohazard cleaning (e.g., bodily fluids, restrooms) in accordance with the facility manual.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

During the semester term of the appointment, the student hourly must be enrolled in no fewer than 6 credit hours. For summer periods the student hourly must: (1) have been enrolled in no less than 6 hours in the past spring semester or (2) be pre-enrolled in the upcoming fall semester in no less than 6 hours or (3) be enrolled in summer session or (4) be admitted to study in the upcoming fall semester. Student Hourlies may be undergraduate or graduate students. (Exceptions granted for GRA/GTA/GA appointments DO NOT apply to Student Hourly appointments).

(1) Student employees are not eligible for remote work arrangements unless an exception is approved by the unit leadership and HR.

(2) This is an hourly/non-exempt position. A student employee cannot hold an hourly/non-exempt position and a salaried/exempt graduate or undergraduate position (GRA/GTA/GA/RUA/RGA) concurrently.

To be considered for this position, applicants must submit the following in addition to the online application:

• Cover Letter detailing how you meet the required and preferred qualifications.
• Resume or Curriculum Vitae.

If you were referred by a current or former KU Recreation Services employee, please provide their name.

To ensure consideration apply by the application review date 4/24/2026.

Mario Thomas
mathomas@ku.edu

$11.55 per hour

Monday May 18, 2026