This position will assist in projects to support Recreation & Wellbeing (Rec Well) Club & Community Programs Department with the main focus with the Summer Camp program. Specific projects will be determined in conjunction with the successful candidate but may include developing summer camp programming, supervising camp staff, camp coverage, and/or student staff training and development.

• 25% Coordinates logistics for events and programs
• 25% Develops targeted communication plans and materials based on established goals
• 15% Identifies, proposes, and implements new or revised operational policies and procedures
• 20% Assists in implementing the staffing resource allocation plan including hiring, training, and supervision
• 5% Prepares and monitors budgets and purchases expenditures as needed
• 10% Engages in the Rec Well professional internship development curriculum, all staff meetings, and other professional development responsibilities and opportunities.

• Coordinate communication efforts through weekly newsletters, signage, updates, etc.
• Provides high quality customer service for summer camp participants.
• May assist in program planning and field trip logistics.
• Support daily camp operations in a camp coverage role.
• May facilitate weekly staff in-services for Rec Well Summer Camp staff.
• May assist in risk management for Rec Well Summer Camp to include skill audits, risk assessment, and policy compliance.
• Maintain program and facility schedules for internal and external stakeholders.

Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals.

The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background - people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world.

For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit: Diversity and Inclusion

Required
H.S. Diploma

Preferred
Bachelor's Degree
Achieve or advancing towards Bachelor's degree or higher in a related field.

A successful candidate in this position would have previous experience:
- Demonstrating communication, leadership, and organizational skills
- Thinking creatively and critically to identify and solve problems
- Providing exceptional customer service

Typical working hours are weekdays from 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM. Hours may vary by day, with flexibility in scheduling.

It is anticipated this position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location.

Terminal appointment.
This position has the possibility to be extended based on need and/or funding.

$22.00 HOURLY
This position is not eligible for housing, benefits, or health insurance.

Professional Internship
- The summer internship is a limited-term position lasting 400 hours.
- Employment is expected to run approximately from June 2025 - August 2025.
- Compensation is $22 per hour, based on an average of 40 hours per week.
- The intern will receive up to 10 days of unpaid vacation.
- This position may require occasional evening and weekend hours.

University Recreation & Wellbeing (Rec Well)
Our mission is to move Badgers to play hard, get fit, and live well. We believe in the power of a team and the strength of a community. We lift each other up with our words, our actions, and our attitudes. We celebrate who we are, where we're from, what we believe, and why we're here. We are committed to providing a workplace built on mutual respect, understanding, and a spirit of collaboration and community. Rec Well is part of Student Affairs at the University of Wisconsin-Madison.

The University of Wisconsin-Madison
The UW is home to many of today's top thinkers, researchers, and leaders, who are, in addition to supporting the educational mission of the university, frequently sought out to help with emerging challenges across the country and the world. Guiding this commitment to public service is the Wisconsin Idea, a principle that education should influence people's lives beyond the boundaries of the classroom. We recruit the best, and we generously fund projects that seek to improve lives outside the borders of our campus, our state, and our country.

Madison, Wisconsin
Madison is a vibrant community with a rich balance of natural surroundings and urban amenities. Known for its lakes, trails, parks, and entertainment, Madison boasts a diverse economy with strong job markets in healthcare, technology, education, and government sectors. Surrounded by lakes and parks, Madison offers both natural beauty and rich culture, whether you enjoy hiking and biking or musical festivals and theatre. It consistently ranks high in safety, making it a great place for families.

Please click the "Apply Now" button to begin the application process. As part of the application process, you will be required to upload a current resume and a cover letter addressing your work-related experience and qualifications related to this position.

The deadline for assuring full consideration is March 1, 2025, however, this position will remain open and applications may be considered until this position is filled.

Cameron Theisen
cameron.theisen@wisc.edu
608-262-8809
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.

Recreation Program Coordinator(AE039)

A80-RECREATION & WELLBEING/COMMUNITY/INSTR PROGS

Temporary Employment

310915-CL

The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.