Student, Wellness Team Member (Work Study)

Flathead Valley Community College; Kalispell (MT); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Flathead Valley Community College in Kalispell, MT is seeking a part-time Student Wellness Team Member (Work Study). The role supports campus wellness initiatives in the Furlong Smith Fitness Center and engages students in health activities.

Work-study eligibility is required, with duties including front-desk staffing, event planning, and health-related trainings. The position offers a flexible schedule Monday–Friday, 8 am–7 pm, 5–10 hours per week, not exceeding 19 hours.

Qualifications

• FVCC student enrolled in at least 6 credits with GPA 2.5 or higher.
• Basic office and technology skills; willingness to learn new programs.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Engage students in programs and activities.
• Attend mandatory weekly team meetings.
• Complete 4+ hours weekly in the Fitness Center planning wellness activities, staffing front desk, and member check-ins.
• Participate in monthly trainings on health topics.
• Conduct research on health and wellness topics.
• Develop and lead 1–2 wellness activities per semester.
• Support and/or co-facilitate student wellness activities.
• Create a topic bulletin board per semester.
• Refer students to resources as needed.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Communication

Technology basics

Willingness to learn

Education

FVCC student status (6+ credits)

GPA 2.5+

Tools

Office software

Job description

Student, Wellness Team Member (Work Study)

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KALISPELL, MT 59901

Overview

Salary Range

$14.00 - $16.00 Hourly

Position Type

Part Time

High School

Category

Student - Work Study

Job Description

DEPARTMENT AND LOCATION OF JOB:

ELIGIBILITY:

Students must be Work Study Eligible (as determined by Financial Aid)

START DATE:

This position will start Fall 2026

LENGTH OF EMPLOYMENT:

Academic Calendar Year 2026/2027

WORK SCHEDULE:

Flexible schedule between Monday and Friday, 8 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.; occasional evenings past 7:00 p.m. and weekends for special events. This position works 5-10 hours per week; it may not work over 19 hours per week.

DRESS CODE:

Business casual with appropriate coverage, FVCC Student Wellness Team branded attire at Student Wellness Team activities/events, and a name tag in the Furlong Smith Fitness Center located in the Wachholz College Center.

POSITION DUTIES:

• Under the supervision of the Campus Recreation and Wellness Coordinator, performs the following duties:
• Engage students in programs and activities actively and consistently
• Attend mandatory weekly team meeting
• Complete a minimum of 4 hours a week in the Furlong Smith Fitness Center planning and programming wellness activities and/or events, staffing the front desk, and checking in members.
• Participate in monthly trainings on health-related topics
• Conduct research on health and wellness topics
• Develop and lead 1-2 wellness activities per semester
• Support and/or co-facilitate in all student wellness activities
• Create one topic specific bulletin board per semester
• Refer students to community/campus resources as required
• May perform other like duties as requested.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Current FVCC student enrolled in a minimum of 6 credits per semester with a maintained GPA of 2.5, and
• Basic office and technology skills, and willingness to learn new programs, and
• Ability to work independently or as a team player, and
• Ability to work with students, staff, faculty, and community partners, and
• Willingness to learn new skills and activities

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Previous experience with Wellness programming.
• Previous experience with social media

STUDENT SKILL DEVELOPMENT:

Communication, critical and reflective thinking, leadership, marketing, professionalism, network building, risk management, teamwork

PREDICTED OUTCOME:

Practical competence, marketing, presentation and training skills, critical thinking, collaboration, communicating effectively, and teamwork

STUDENT EMPLOYMENT GUIDELINES:

• Students must be enrolled in a minimum of six (6) credits for fall or spring semester to qualify for student employment.
• Students may not work beyond 19 hours per week during semester.
• Student workers shall be actively engaged; no use of cell phones (except in case of emergency) or social media.
• Student workers shall demonstrate a commitment to the job with adherence to work schedule, effective communication/interpersonal skills, and quality customer service skills to be a representative of FVCC.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: FVCC is an equal opportunity employer. It is FVCC's policy that all individuals are entitled to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, creed, political ideas, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran’s status, service in the uniformed services as defined by state and federal law, physical or mental disability, national origin or ancestry except as authorized by law. These protections extend to all management practices and decisions, including recruitment and hiring practices, appraisal systems, promotions, and training and career development programs, as required by federal and state laws.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES: FVCC provides reasonable accommodations upon request to qualified individuals with disabilities during all phases of employment including the application and selection process. No applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.

ASSISTANCE IN COMPLETING APPLICATION: Students who need assistance in applying for current job opportunities may contact Valerie Clement, Human Resources Partner, Recruitment, [e-mail] or 406-756-3985.

Student employment offers students a growth opportunity to prepare them for future careers and as ambassadors of Flathead Valley Community College.