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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.

CURRENTLY OPEN

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

FOR SPRING 2027

Applications are due Wednesday, November 18th. Please apply for no more than two positions. 

Bike Mechanic 
Application 
Job Description 
Contact: Kristy Lemanski 
Bike & maintenance experience encouraged but not required.   

Climbing Gym Staff 
Application 
Job Description 
Contact: Kristy Lemanski 

Competitive Sports Supervisor 
Application 
Job Description 
Contact: Molly Grabarec 

Esports Representative 
Application 
Job Description 
Contact: Jeff Keenan 

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

Outdoor Connection Representative 
Application 
Job Description 
Contact: Kristy Lemanski 

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 $42.
REC

Recreational Eagle Center (REC) Hours  

Regular Hours
Monday-Thursday:  6 a.m.-11 p.m.
Friday:  6 a.m.-10 p.m.
Saturday:  8 a.m.-10 p.m.
Sunday:  8 a.m.-11 p.m.

Upcoming Adjusted Hours (Nov. 25-29)
Wednesday:  6 a.m.-6 p.m.  
Thursday-Saturday:  Closed    
Sunday:  Noon-11 p.m.  

REC (Entire Facility) Live Occupancy & Forecast

Facility Schedule

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

Contact Us

608.785.5225
recoffice@uwlax.edu

OC

Outdoor Connection (OC) Hours

Regular Hours
Monday-Friday:  Noon-6 p.m.
Saturday:  10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Sunday:  11 a.m.-6 p.m.

Upcoming Adjusted Hours (Nov. 25-29)
Wednesday-Saturday:  Closed    
Sunday:  Noon-6 p.m.

Contact Us

608.785.8860
outdoorcnt@uwlax.edu

FC

Fitness Center Hours

Regular Hours
Monday-Thursday:  6 a.m.-11 p.m.
Friday:  6 a.m.-10 p.m.
Saturday:  8 a.m.-10 p.m.
Sunday:  8 a.m.-11 p.m.

Upcoming Adjusted Hours (Nov. 25-29)
Wednesday:  6 a.m.-6 p.m.  
Thursday-Saturday:  Closed    
Sunday:  Noon-11 p.m.

Fitness Center Live Occupancy & Forecast

Contact Us

608.785.5210
recoffice@uwlax.edu

CG

Climbing Gym Hours

Regular Hours
Open Climbing Hours
Monday-Friday:  4-9 p.m.
Saturday:  3-6 p.m.
Sunday:  5-8 p.m.

Bouldering Only Hours
Tuesday:  11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.
Wednesday:  11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.

Upcoming Adjusted Hours (Nov. 25-29)
Wednesday-Saturday:  Closed    
Sunday:  5-8 p.m.

Contact Us

608.785.5225
recoffice@uwlax.edu

EZONE

EZONE Esports & Gaming Hours

Regular Hours
Monday-Thursday:  3-11 p.m.
Friday:  3-10 p.m.
Saturday:  Noon-10 p.m.
Sunday:  Noon-10 p.m.

Upcoming Adjusted Hours (Nov. 25-29)
Wednesday-Saturday:  Closed    
Sunday:  5-10 p.m.

Contact Us

608.785.8921
recsportsesports@uwlax.edu

Pool

Pool Hours

Regular Hours
Monday:  Noon-12:50 p.m., 8-10:30 p.m.
Tuesday:  8-10:30 p.m.
Wednesday:  Noon-12:50 p.m., 8-10:30 p.m.
Thursday:  8-10:30 p.m.
Friday:  Noon-12:50 p.m., 8-10 p.m.
Saturday:  Noon-3 p.m.
Sunday:  1-4 p.m.

Upcoming Adjusted Hours (Nov. 25-29)
Wednesday:  Noon-12:50 p.m. 
Thursday-Sunday:  Closed

The pool will be closed for scheduled swim meets on the following days:
December 4 (Noon swim will still be available)
December 5
February 6


Contact Us

608.785.8698
recoffice@uwlax.edu

Fieldhouse

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).

Open Rec Hours
Sunday-Thursday:  6-10 p.m.
Friday-Saturday:  Closed

Upcoming Adjusted Hours (Nov. 25-29)
Wednesday-Sunday:  Closed

Second Floor Track Hours
Monday-Friday: 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Managed by the Athletic Department. Each fall semester, January term, and spring semester when classes are in session.

Contact Us

608.785.5225
recoffice@uwlax.edu