Fitness Assistant Student Worker

Maryland Institute College of Art; Mica (WA); On-site; USD 17,047 - 24,280; Part time

Job summary

Maryland Institute College of Art is looking for a part-time Fitness Assistant to work 3-10 hours per week at MICA Fitness. This role supports daily operations, ensures safety, and promotes wellness among members. Candidates must be students at MICA, maintain a GPA of 3.00, and possess strong customer service skills.

Compensation is set at $15 per hour, and employment aligns with the academic year. Successful candidates will undergo a pre-employment background check.

Qualifications

• Agree to participate in all training sessions, including CPR/AED and First Aid Certification.
• Demonstrated interest in fitness and recreational activities.

Responsibilities

• Acts as a first responder if and when an injury/incident occurs in MICA Fitness.
• Greets all individuals entering the facility with a positive attitude.
• Cleans and maintains fitness equipment and facility as outlined in cleaning checklist.
• Demonstrates exemplary customer service skills.

Skills

Customer service/communication abilities

Interest in fitness and recreational activities

Knowledge related to Fitness, Health and Wellness

Education

Currently enrolled at MICA as a student

Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00

Job description

Job Overview

The Fitness Assistant is a part-time, 3-10 hour per week staff member at MICA Fitness. This position assists with the daily operational needs and services of the fitness center. It reports directly to the Health Promotions Educator/Fitness Center Manager with guidance from the Wellness Coordinators.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled at MICA as a student
• Maintain good disciplinary and academic standing with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00
• Agree to participate in all training sessions, including CPR/AED and First Aid Certification
• Demonstrated interest in fitness and recreational activities
• Demonstrated customer service/communication abilities
• Demonstrate knowledge related to Fitness, Health and Wellness
• A strong desire to work with other students

Responsibilities

• Acts as a first responder if and when an injury/incident occurs in MICA Fitness
• Greets all individuals entering the facility with a positive attitude, checking for membership eligibility
• Communicates with and teaches members about use of all exercise equipment
• Cleans and maintains fitness equipment and facility as outlined in cleaning checklist
• Inputs member data into security software and files paperwork accordingly
• Supports and enforces all MICA Fitness policies and procedures
• Participates in all staff training and social activities
• Reviews all informative documents (digital or print) provided
• Demonstrates exemplary customer service skills; wears staff shirt and name tag
• Performs other duties as assigned

Terms of Employment

The Fitness Assistant will be expected to work 3-15 hours per week, depending on availability, work study award, and scheduling needs. Compensation is $15 per hour. The position is based on the academic year; employment start and end dates coincide with the beginning of Fall and end of Spring.

Equal Employment Opportunity & Background Check

Maryland Institute College of Art is committed to its policy of providing equal opportunity regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, age, disability, or veteran status (disabled, Vietnam-era, or otherwise). The College does not tolerate any form of sex discrimination, including sexual harassment or sexual violence. Successful candidates will be subject to a pre-employment background check. MICA provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities on a case-by-case basis.