Federal Work Study - Fitness Attendants

East Carolina University Portal; Zwolle; On-site; EUR 15,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

East Carolina University is seeking several Fitness Attendants for the Campus Recreation and Wellness department. The role focuses on delivering a world-class member experience, teaching exercise education, equipment orientations, and responding to emergencies within a vibrant campus setting.

Applicants should have a GPA of 2.0, be CPR/First Aid/AED certified or obtain certification within 60 days, and be available for early mornings, nights, weekends, and ECU breaks.

Qualifications

• GPA requirement: minimum 2.0.
• Knowledge of fitness equipment and safety standards.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team for a minimum of 6 hours per week.
• Must be CPR /First Aid/ AED certified or able to obtain certification within 60 days of hire.
• Flexible work availability, including early mornings, nights, weekends, and ECU sanctioned breaks.
• Demonstrated ability to manage and lift a minimum of 60 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Provide a world-class member experience with exercise education, equipment orientations, answering member questions, and managing emergencies.
• Maintain and clean fitness equipment according to standards and protocols.
• Utilize necessary software applications for facility operations.
• Apply risk management strategies to protect everyone and minimize liability.
• Identify and report potential hazards to ensure a safe environment.
• Enhance your skills through professional development and training.
• Use effective communication techniques with members and guests.
• Adapt to various personality styles and backgrounds when assisting members.
• Incorporate feedback to improve professionalism and future experiences.
• Apply exercise science knowledge to assist members during workouts.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

CPR/First Aid/AED

Fitness equipment knowledge

Teamwork and independence

Flexible schedule

Lifting up to 60 lbs

Education

GPA 2.0 minimum

Job description

Will the position be subject to the CBC policy?

Will the position be subject to the CBC policy? No

Job Description

ECU Department of Campus Recreation and Wellness is currently seeking several Fitness Attendants.

Join our dynamic team at Campus Recreation and Wellness (CRW) as a Fitness Attendant! CRW is dedicated to enhancing the recreation and wellness lifestyles of the ECU community through structured, self-directed, and educationally oriented programs. We aim to foster responsible citizenship, provide leadership experiences, and promote lifelong skills for physical, social, emotional, and mental well-being. Supporting the Division of Student Affairs’ commitment to purposeful well-being.

Responsibilities (include but not limited to):

• Provide a world-class member experience with exercise education, equipment orientations, answering member questions, and managing emergencies
• Maintain and clean fitness equipment according to standards and protocols
• Utilize necessary software applications for facility operations
• Apply risk management strategies to protect everyone and minimize liability
• Identify and report potential hazards to ensure a safe environment
• Enhance your skills through professional development and training
• Use effective communication techniques with members and guests
• Adapt to various personality styles and backgrounds when assisting members
• Incorporate feedback to improve professionalism and future experiences
• Apply exercise science knowledge to assist members during workouts
• Perform other duties as assigned

GPA Requirement Minimum of 2.0

• Knowledge of fitness equipment and safety standards
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team for a minimum of 6 hours per week
• Must be CPR /First Aid/ AED certified or able to obtain certification within 60 days of hire
• Flexible work availability, including early mornings, nights, weekends, and ECU sanctioned breaks
• Demonstrated ability to manage and lift a minimum of 60 pounds.

License/certification required

Unless otherwise identified in the applicable job posting and consistent with University policy, the University will principally employ individuals who reside in the State of North Carolina to the greatest extent practicable. As such, most positions at East Carolina University require employees to live and work in North Carolina (or live within a reasonable daily commuting distance from their duty station) after hire. Candidates should be prepared to relocate within a reasonable, agreed-upon time after an offer of employment has been made and accepted to meet this requirement.

East Carolina University is committed to workforce success and cultivating a culture of care for our employees. ECU prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment based on race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, and veteran status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran status or disability. Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act ( ADACAA ) should contact the ADA Coordinator at [phone] (Voice/ TTY ) or ADA [e-mail] .

Eligibility for Employment

Individuals submitting profiles for these positions must be current ECU students, in good-standing and meet the respective GPA requirement as required by the position type. Final candidates may be subject to criminal & sex offender background checks based upon the duties and responsibilities of the position. Some vacancies also require motor vehicle checks. ECU participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

Department for People Operations, Success, and Opportunity

If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Department for People Operations, Success, and Opportunity at [phone] or toll free at 1-866-489-1740 or send an email to [e-mail] . Our office is available to provide assistance Monday-Friday from 8:00-5:00 EST .

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have any related certifications? If so, please list those certifications as well as the expiration date. (Open Ended Question)
• * What is your anticipated Graduation Date? (Open Ended Question)
• * Please list: what days and times that you are available to work during the current Semester. (Open Ended Question)