Racquet Stringer-Campus Recreation (Work Study)

Penn State University; University Park (TX); On-site; USD 16,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

Penn State University Campus Recreation is seeking a Work Study Racquet Stringer to string racquets for members and guests at the Tennis Center. Prior stringing experience is preferred but not required, and the role is for the 26-27 academic year.

You must have a Federal Work-Study award to be considered, and you may work days, evenings, and weekends as needed. Starting hourly rate is $14.50, with on-campus or remote possibilities at the employer's discretion.

Qualifications

• Must have received a Federal Work-Study award.
• Familiarity with tennis and racquet stringing preferred but not required.
• Able to work days, evenings, and weekends.

Responsibilities

• String racquets for members and guests at the Tennis Center.
• Assist with stringing/re-stringing as needed.
• Maintain equipment and schedule as assigned.

Skills

Tennis stringing

On-campus work-study eligibility

Job description

Job Description And Position Requirements

This position requires you to have received a work-study award. To verify if you have received a work-study award, please consult the Financial Aid Award Summary area in your LionPATH account. A Federal Work Study award does not guarantee a job is available.

A Work Study Racquet Stringer employed with Penn State Campus Recreation is primarily responsible for stringing/re-stringing tennis racquets to members and guests of the Tennis Center. Familiarity with the game of tennis and prior experience stringing racquets is preferred but not required. This position is hiring for the 26-27 academic year.

Applicants must be able to work days, evenings, and weekends as necessary.

Preference is given to work study recipients.

Campus Recreation is a department within Student Affairs that provides fitness, wellness, and recreational programs to the campus community through the operation and administration of the new expanded and renovated 200,000 sf Intramural Building, the McCoy Natatorium, the 700-acre Stone Valley Outdoor Recreation Area, a Tennis Center including six clay courts and four indoor courts, the White Building, Outdoor Adventures, Aquatics, Club Sports, Fitness and Wellness Programs, and Intramural Sports.

Students who received a Federal Work Study award have the opportunity to obtain a job and perform related duties either on campus, or remotely, if possible and at the discretion of the employer.

The starting hourly rate for this job is $14.50.

Federal Work Study job performance is evaluated either annually or through ongoing mentorship. Students who received a Federal Work Study award have the opportunity to obtain a job and perform related duties either on campus, or remotely, if possible and at the discretion of the employer.

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.

EEO IS THE LAW

Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.

Penn State is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging. We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belonging that supports equity initiatives, leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the university’s teaching, research, and service mission.