Lake Wauburg RecSports Student Assistant

University Of Florida; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Florida in Gainesville is seeking a RecSports Student Assistant for Lake Wauburg Associate. Join a team that delivers excellent customer service, manages equipment rentals, and supports gatehouse operations.

Start date is Spring 2027; compensation is $15.40 per hour; on-campus role. Responsibilities include assisting at the gatehouse, boat rentals, safety briefings, and facility upkeep, with opportunities to participate in special events and training.

Qualifications

• Reliable transportation to and from Lake Wauburg.
• A valid driver’s license.
• Valid First Aid/CPR/AED certification or ability to obtain within 30 days.
• Availability to work 7–15 hours per week during operating hours.
• Ability to attend mandatory staff meetings and in-service training.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality customer service to patrons and guests.
• Welcome patrons and manage facility access at the Gatehouse.
• Answer incoming phone calls and respond to patron questions.
• Assist patrons with checking out boats and equipment.
• Provide safety briefings for boat rentals.
• Assist patrons with loading and unloading boats at the boat launch.
• Complete credit card transactions for facility access and boat rentals.
• Reconcile credit card transactions accurately.
• Perform headcounts and track daily patron usage.
• Enforce park rules, regulations, and policies.
• Promote patron safety and respond appropriately to emergencies.
• Administer First Aid/CPR/AED in emergency situations.
• Support Lake Wauburg special events and facility reservations.
• Complete facility opening and closing duties.
• Inspect facilities and equipment for unsafe conditions, remedy conditions when appropriate, and notify supervisors of concerns.
• Perform routine maintenance and cleaning, including emptying trash, cleaning restrooms, and removing palm fronds and other debris.
• Participate in departmental and unit-specific training.
• Assist supervisors and professional staff with additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Reliable transportation

Valid driver's license

First Aid/CPR/AED

Hours per week

Staff meetings

Job description

University of Florida in Gainesville is seeking a RecSports Student Assistant for Lake Wauburg Associate. Join a team that delivers excellent customer service, manages equipment rentals, and supports gatehouse operations.

Start date is Spring 2027; compensation is $15.40 per hour; on-campus role. Responsibilities include assisting at the gatehouse, boat rentals, safety briefings, and facility upkeep, with opportunities to participate in special events and training.