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Start your journey with Rec Sports today!

Recreational Sports is one of the largest employers on campus. Every day we work as a team to practice customer service, problem-solving, critical thinking, and other skills that you can talk about in an interview with a future employer. Rec Sports employment provides opportunities to learn, make new friends, and get paid in an environment that is positive, supportive, and fun! Benefits of working for Rec Sports includes:

  • Skill development
  • Real-world work experiences
  • Flexible work schedules
  • Leadership opportunities
  • Professional development opportunities

Rec Sports Department is a learning laboratory where students have the opportunity to compliment academic pursuits with quality hands-on work experience and on-the-job training. Students have the opportunity to develop their Eagle Advantage competencies:

  1. Adaptability
  2. Collaboration & Leadership
  3. Communication
  4. Critical Thinking & Problem Solving
  5. Digital Literacy & Technology
  6. Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
  7. Accountability
  8. Career & Self-Development

Learn about what it's like to work for Rec Sports...

Interested in working with Rec Sports? Learn more or apply below. 

CURRENT OPENINGS FOR IMMEDIATE HIRE

Bike Mechanic
Application
Job Description
Contact: Kristy Lemanski
Application Deadline: Until Filled
Must be experienced in bike maintenance & repair!

Marketing, Engagement & Events Specialist  
Application 
Job Description 
Contact: Nathan Barnhart 
Application Deadline: Until Filled

Intramural Sports Officials & Scorekeepers
Application
Job Descriptions
Contact: Molly Grabarec
Application Deadline: Until Filled

HIRING FOR SPRING 2026

Check back in early November.

Most service staff members must:

  • In order to work, you must have approved I9 documents submitted to the Office of Human Resources. Please be advised copies are NOT accepted; HR must see your ACTUAL document(s)- bring them to campus with you to expedite the hiring process.
  • Complete and pass a criminal background check per UWL requirements. 
  • Be certified in Adult & Pediatric First Aid, CPR & AED prior to their first scheduled shift.
    • The certification will be made available to Rec Sports student employees at a discounted rate of about $32. 

Recreational Eagle Center (REC) Hours  

Regular Hours

Monday-Thursday:  6am-11pm
Friday:  6am-10pm
Saturday: 8am-10pm
Sunday: 8am-11pm

Facility Schedule

View the facility schedule to see what is going on at the REC.

Contact Us

608.785.5225
recoffice@uwlax.edu

Outdoor Connection (OC) Hours

Regular Hours

Monday-Friday:  12pm-6pm
Saturday: 10am-6pm
Sunday: 11am-6pm

Contact Us

608.785.8860
outdoorcnt@uwlax.edu

Fitness Center Hours

Regular Hours 

Monday-Thursday:  6am-11pm
Friday:  6am-10pm
Saturday: 8am-10pm
Sunday: 8am-11pm

Live Facility Counts

Contact Us

608.785.5210
recoffice@uwlax.edu

Climbing Gym Hours

Regular Hours 

Monday-Friday:  4pm-9pm
Saturday:  3pm-6pm
Sunday:  5pm-8pm

Bouldering Only
Tuesday & Wednesday:  11:30am-1pm

Contact Us

608.785.5225
recoffice@uwlax.edu

EZONE Esports & Gaming Hours

Regular Hours

Monday-Thursday:  3pm-11pm
Friday: 3-10pm
Saturday:  12pm-10pm
Sunday:  12pm-11pm

Contact Us

608.785.8921
recsportsesports@uwlax.edu

Mitchell Hall Pool Hours

Regular Hours 

Monday:  12pm-12:50pm, 8pm-10:30pm
Tuesday:  8pm-10:30pm
Wednesday:  12pm-12:50pm, 8pm-10:30pm
Thursday:  8pm-10:30pm
Friday:  12pm-12:50pm, 8pm-10pm
Saturday:  12pm-3pm
Sunday:  1pm-4pm

The pool will be closed for open swim the following days due to varsity swim meets:

October 4
October 11
October 25
November 1
November 8
January 31
February 7

Contact Us

608.785.8698
recoffice@uwlax.edu

Hetzel Fieldhouse Hours

Access to the Hetzel Fieldhouse during open rec hours is restricted to those who have a current REC membership (student, faculty/staff, alumni).

Regular Open Rec Hours (Academic year hours for Hetzel Fieldhouse will begin on Sunday, September 7)
Sunday:  6pm-10pm
Monday:  6pm-10pm

Second Floor Track Hours
Managed by the Athletic Department
Monday-Friday:  11am-1pm

Contact Us

608.785.5225
recoffice@uwlax.edu