RecFit Ambassador (Student)

American University; Washington; On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

American University is seeking RecFit Ambassadors on campus to promote programs, events, and services within the university community. This part-time role emphasizes outreach, event support, and digital engagement to boost student participation in recreational opportunities.

Ambassadors will assist with tabling and campus events, be knowledgeable about RecFit offerings, and staff both in-person and virtual events.

Qualifications

• Must be a sophomore, junior or senior at the time of employment.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends.
• Demonstrated organizational, interpersonal, and administrative skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Be knowledgeable about RecFit programs and services to answer questions from students, parents, and other individuals.
• Participate in social media campaigns that inform members of programs and events and general gym information.
• Staff in-person and virtual events such as: Late Night at the Rec, New Eagle Day, Preview Day, webinars, and other campus events.
• Lead tours of the fitness centers to prospective members.
• Maintain a professional and respectful environment with students, staff, and campus partners.
• Be present for all scheduled shifts and staff training.

Skills

Social media

Event coordination

Communication

Tour leading

Education

Undergraduate student (Sophomore–Senior)

Job description

Work Where You Learn: Build Experience, Grow Skills, and Contribute to Your University Community.

This position is available only to enrolled American University students.

Most student positions at American University are eligible to use Federal Work Study (FWS) awards, with a few exceptions. FWS funds cannot be applied to janitorial, construction, partisan or sectarian positions. For information or questions regarding FWS funds, please contact American University’s Office of Financial Aid.

Department:

Member Services

Time Type:

Part time

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

Job Description:

Summary:

The RecFit Ambassador serves as a key representative of the department, promoting programs, events, and services to the campus community. This role focuses on outreach, event support, and digital engagement, helping to increase student participation and awareness of recreational opportunities. RecFit Ambassadors will assist with the tabling efforts of departmental events and campus events.

Essential Functions:

• Be knowledgeable about RecFit programs and services to be able to answer questions from students, parents, and other individuals.

• Participant in social media campaigns that inform members of programs and events and general gym information.

• Staff in-person and virtual events such as: Late Night at the Rec, New Eagle Day, Preview Day, webinars, and other campus events.

• Lead tours of the fitness centers to prospective members.

• Maintain a professional and respectful environment with students, staff, and campus partners.

• Be present for all scheduled shifts and staff training.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

• Part-time.

• 5 - 10 hours per week.

Salary Range:

• $18.40 per hour.

Required Education and Experience:

• Must be a sophomore, junior, or senior at the time of employment.

• Will be required to work evenings and weekends.

• Demonstrated organizational, interpersonal, and administrative skills.

• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Knowledge of social media platforms and content creation.

Other Details

• This position is available only to enrolled American University students.

• Please note this job announcement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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