Daniel L. Ritchie Center for Sports & Wellness Operations Supervisor

Position Summary

The position coordinates the daily Ritchie Center operations responsibilities for the shifts assigned that include: supervision, communication, and completion of assigned responsibilities with shift part-time staff including, but not limited to: set-up/breakdown of venues/programs/events, supervision of venues/programs/events/services, cleaning and organizing of parking/venues/storage spaces/support areas, completion of preventative maintenance/safety/quality tasks, collection of headcounts/feedback/documentation/surveys, and a proactive approach to creating and maintaining a safe, respectful, and enjoyable environment within each of the Daniel L. Ritchie Center for Sports & Wellness venues.

This is a non-benefited position not to exceed 1,000 hours in a calendar year.

 Essential Functions

• Supervise, coordinate, and promote the teamwork of Ritchie Center shift staff (service, facility, program, event) to maximize the customer experience of students, members, and guests within all venues of the Daniel L. Ritchie Center for Sports & Wellness 
• Knowledge of the emergency response plan and demonstrated ability to coordinate correct responses and completion of the appropriate documentation during accidents and incidents 
• Understand, demonstrate, and be able to coach Ritchie Center staff in the areas of customer experience management, service above self, and position core responsibilities 
• Coordinate and complete shift set-up/changeover/teardown of parking, venues, support areas, programs, events, and services 
• Perform shift tasks including, but not limited to facility access control, hourly headcounts, door checks, crowd management, enforcement of guidelines and procedures, facility/equipment inspections, housekeeping and stick level inspections, customer service issue resolution 
• Maintain thorough knowledge of and monitor proper equipment use; accurately follow directions and diagrams; ensure the completion of responsibilities in a timely fashion 
• Complete training and regularly utilize the following software programs: 
• RecTrac, iEBMS, MS Teams, SubItUp, and Connect2 
• Maintain a strong knowledge of and enforce all guidelines and procedures 
• Handle conflict or stressful situations in a calm, professional manner and help provide solutions to situations.  
• Attend all staff meetings, in-services, and trainings 
• Be an active representative of the Division of Kennedy Mountain Campus, Wellness, & Recreation at all times 

Supervision & Training

Operations Supervisors will receive extensive training and continuous coaching throughout their employment. They will be provided with onboarding documents and multiple training shifts. Operations Supervisors will have regular meetings with their supervisors to focus on professional development and training needs.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Must hold current certifications in American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer and Healthcare Provider/AED and First Aid  
• At least one academic quarter of KMCWR employment with a positive review is preferred, but not required 
• Flexible schedule; hours include mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays and summer if  available (minimum of 7 weekday hours or two shifts per week)  
• The ability to effectively monitor and communicate to members, guests, and staff 
• Punctuality, accuracy, and the ability to meet deadlines 
• Good oral and written communication skills; strong attention to detail 
• Weekends scheduled on a rotating basis (not included in 7 weekday hours) 

Required Qualifications

• Current Employee for the Division of Kennedy Mountain Campus, Wellness, & Recreation 
• Valid CPR/FA/AED Certification 
• Ritchie Center Safety Training 
• University of Denver Minors Training 

Work Schedule

• Flexible schedule; hours include mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays and summer if  available (minimum of 7 weekday hours or two shifts per week)  
• Weekends scheduled on a rotating basis (not included in 7 weekday hours) 

Working Environment   The employee works in an active sports and fitness environment.  Interruptions occur frequently and the stress level is moderate.     Physical Requirements

• Must be capable of lifting up to 50 lbs. 
• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to walk four flights of stairs 

Application Deadline

For consideration, please submit your application materials by 4:00 p.m. (MST) May 25, 2026.

Special Instructions

Candidates must apply online through jobs.du.edu to be considered. Only applications submitted online will be accepted.

Hourly Range

The hourly range for the position is $21.00-$22.00.

The University of Denver has provided a compensation range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The University may ultimately pay more or less than the posted compensation range. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information, but not based on a candidate’s sex or any other protected status.

Benefits

The University of Denver offers some benefits for non-benefited employees. The University of Denver is a private institution that empowers students who want to make a difference. Learn more about the University of Denver.

Please include the following documents with your application:

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter

The University of Denver is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including sex stereotypes, sex characteristics, sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression), marital, family, or parental status, pregnancy or related conditions, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. The University of Denver does not discriminate and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, creed, disability, sex (including sex stereotypes, sex characteristics, sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression), marital family, and parental status, pregnancy, genetic information, military enlistment, or veteran status, and any other class of individuals protected from discrimination under federal, state, or local law, regulation, or ordinance in any of the University’s educational programs and activities, and in the employment (including application for employment) and admissions (including application for admission) context, as required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; the Americans with Disabilities Act; Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973; Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964; the Age Discrimination Act of 1975; the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967; the Equal Pay Act; the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act; the Colorado Protecting Opportunities and Worker's Rights ("POWR") Act; and any other federal, state, and local laws, regulations, or ordinances that prohibit discrimination, harassment, and/or retaliation. For more information, please see the University of Denver's Non‑Discrimination‑Statement.

All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory completion of a criminal history background check.