Student Employment

Be a part of the recreation experience.

We are always looking for students to join our team! Our department is one of the largest student employers on campus. Work with and around your peers in a fun, fast-paced environment. Our positions provide valuable career experience, helping students to develop healthy work habits and improve their leadership skills.

 

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Administrative

OFFICE ASSISTANT

Answer the phone and direct calls, assist coordinators with office projects, filing and data processing. 

Requirements
  • Basic computer skills
  • Ability to multitask

WELCOME DESK SUPERVISOR

Welcome guests to the WRC, answer the phone and direct calls, check out and sell sports equipment, sign up new members, along with other services. Assists in emergencies.

Requirements
  • Basic computer skills
  • Ability to multitask
  • Acquire First Aid, CPR/AED and Bloodborne Pathogens certifications (provided)

FACILITY SUPERVISOR

Supervises overall operation and management of the WRC in the absence of full-time staff. Ensure student staff are present at assigned areas. Troubleshoot issues, respond to emergencies and provide facility information.

Requirements
  • 1 year experience working for Recreation Services
  • Sophomore+ student standing
  • Work evenings and weekends
Aquatics

WATER AEROBICS INSTRUCTOR

Prepare and lead participants through safe and effective exercise sessions.

Requirements
  • Must complete the UNI Fitness Instructor Training program
  • CPR for the Professional Rescuer

LIFEGUARD

Provide a safe environment where patrons can recreate and enjoy leisure activities. Ensure proper use of the facilities and respond appropriately to emergency situations.

Requirements
  • Lifeguard Training, First Aid and CPR certifications
  • Water Safety Instruction (WSI) certifications preferred

SWIM INSTRUCTOR

Teach American Red Cross Level 1-6 standard swim lessons to a diverse group of participants.

Requirements
  • Lifeguard Training, First Aid, CPR and Water Safety Instruction (WSI) certifications
  • Two years previous experience preferred
Certifications

CPR/FIRST AID PROGRAM INSTRUCTOR

Lead participants through the American Red Cross CPR and First Aid program. Instructors will teach participants the knowledge and skills necessary to safely react in an emergency situation.

Requirements
  • American Red Cross Standard First Aid Instructor
  • American Red Cross Community CPR Instructor
  • An employment commitment of at least 2 semesters

LIFEGUARD CERTIFICATION INSTRUCTOR

Lead participants through the American Red Cross Lifeguard Training, Community Water Safety and/or CPR for the Professional Rescuer training program. Instructors will teach prospective lifeguards the skills and knowledge needed to prevent and respond to aquatic emergencies.

Requirements
  • American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor
  • First Aid Instructor
  • CPR for the Professional Rescuer Instructor
  • Minimum of one summer previous experience as a lifeguard
  • Commitment of at least 2 spring semesters
Competitive Sports

SPORTS OFFICIAL

Officiate intramural team sports such as softball, flag football, volleyball and basketball. Additional opportunities with individual, dual and one-day tournaments are available. Training clinics provided.

Requirements
  • Knowledge of game rules
  • Work with minimal supervision
  • Respond assertively when required

COMPETITIVE SPORTS SUPERVISOR

Supervise team sport contests, individual/dual sports, weekend and one-day tournaments and meets. Assist with officials' clinics, distribution and return of contest equipment. Schedule officials, supply score sheets and monitor their completion. Help determine league qualifiers for post-season tournament, attend post-season report session, distribute promotional material and attend managers/officials meeting.

Requirements
  • Minimum of one semester experience officiating intramural sports (two semesters experience preferred)
  • Knowledge of all team sports mechanics/rules
  • Capable of directing own work
  • Community CPR and First Aid certifications
Fitness

FITNESS INSTRUCTOR

Prepare and lead participants through safe and effective exercise sessions.

Requirements
  • Successful completion of the UNI Fitness Instructor training program
  • CPR certification

SPECIALTY PROGRAM INSTRUCTOR

Plan, organize and conduct specialty activities (such as golf, tennis, dance, biking) in a safe and effective teaching environment to a diverse group of participants.

Requirements
  • Competent skill level for designated activity
  • Previous teaching experience

WEIGHT ROOM/FITNESS AREA SUPERVISOR

Check and scan IDs. Monitor informal recreation and fitness activities within the weight room and fitness areas. Educate patrons regarding policies, procedures and proper equipment use. Provide general care and maintenance of weight room and fitness areas.

Requirements
  • CPR and First Aid certifications
  • General knowledge of weight training equipment
  • Must complete in-house staff training
  • Previous coursework in Anatomy and Physiology preferred

PERSONAL TRAINER

Assist participants in planning, developing and implementing an independent exercise program. Help clients set realistic goals and educate them regarding a safe and effective fitness routine. Work one-on-one or in small groups.

Requirements
  • First Aid & CPR certifications
  • Completion of the Personal Training Instructor Training program
  • Previous coursework in Anatomy, Exercise Physiology and Fitness Assessment preferred
Outdoor Recreation

CLIMBING WALL SUPERVISOR

Manages all areas of the climbing wall including equipment, inventory and paperwork. Enforces all climbing wall policies and procedures.

Requirements
  • Belay certification
  • Work after hours, weekends and holidays

EQUIPMENT ROOM SUPERVISOR

Manages all areas of the UNI Outdoors office and equipment room including inspecting outdoor rental equipment, performing minor repairs and providing general outdoor recreation information. Assists patrons in reserving/renting outdoor equipment and registers patrons for trips and clinics.


PROGRAM ASSISTANT

Manages all areas of the UNI Outdoors program. The UNI Outdoors Program Assistant is to perform all duties in the absence of the UNI Outdoors Coordinator.

Requirements
  • Possess a solid knowledge of each area of the UNI Outdoors Program

TRIP COORDINATOR

Manages all areas of the UNI trips and clinics program. Prepare trip information packets, conduct pre-trip meetings and workshops, and promote all aspects of UNI Outdoors.

Requirements
  • CPR and First Aid certification
  • Must be able to pass the requirements needed to drive University vehicles
  • Be responsible, demonstrate good judgment and be safety conscious
  • Willing to develop hard/soft outdoor recreation skills
  • Obtain a Wilderness First Responder certification
Youth Programs

YOUTH CAMP COUNSELOR

Work directly with kids registered for WRC youth programs. Plan age appropriate high and low activity games, songs, arts and crafts, skits, field trips and social activities.

Requirements
  • Desire to work with youth
  • Ability to multitask
  • Experience with at least one of the program elements listed
  • Acquire First Aid, CPR/AED and Bloodborne Pathogens certifications (provided)