Student Worker (Recs-Operations)

Texas A&M University; Laredo (TX); On-site; USD 9,100 - 13,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Short commute to work

Hours scheduled around class

On-campus employment

Job summary

Texas A&M International University in Laredo is seeking Student Workers for Recreational Sports facilities, including the Rec Center's Weight Room and Game Room. You will support daily operations, assist with memberships, promote healthy living, and mentor student staff.

Requirements include being enrolled at least half-time with GPA expectations; on-campus shifts may include evenings/weekends. Earns $8.00/hour for up to 19 hours weekly.

Qualifications

• Knowledge in the Fitness Field; Personal Trainer certification or seeking certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily operations of the Rec Center including Weight Room and Game Room.
• Assist front desk with memberships and equipment sales, promoting a healthy lifestyle.
• Ensure safety and compliance with university policies and KWRC guidelines.
• Verify member access and support opening/closing procedures.
• Mentor new student employees and support outreach programs.
• Provide information on Fitness Classes and maintain a clean, safe facility.
• Assist with inventory control and proper equipment handling.

Skills

Fitness knowledge

Personal Trainer cert (pursuing)

Job description

Job TitleStudent Worker (Recs-Operations)

Agency Texas A&M International University

Department Recreational Sports

Proposed Minimum SalaryCommensurate

Job LocationLaredo, Texas

Job TypeStudent Worker

Job Description

Job Summary

The department of Recreational Sports is looking for individuals to work as Facility Attendants, Weight Room Attendants, and Game Room Attendants.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Assist with the daily operations of the Rec Center (to include Weight Room and Functional Room) and Game Room under the supervision and guidance of the student manager and Professional Staff. Assist front desk personnel with marketing and sale of memberships and necessary equipment to potential Recreational Facility members while promoting a healthy lifestyle for the community. Knowledge and implementation of University policies as well as KWRC guidelines and procedures to ensure a safe, positive and enjoyable environment for Recreational Center members. Assist with member verification in order to facilitate proper access to facility. Assist with the implementation of proper protocol for the opening and closing procedures of facility including proper set up of all equipment for safe and effective opening of facility and securing the facility at time of closing. Provide assistance with inventory control of intramural program equipment with effective check out procedures Provide mentoring and guidance for new student employees to ensure vital communication of existing guidelines and procedures. Assist Professional staff with the implementation of various outreach programs and activities of the Recreational Sports Department for elementary, middle school and high school students touring the facility and align with University recruitment efforts. Actively participate in departmental meetings and assist with proper set up of necessary equipment for Recreational Center activities. Provide information and recommendations on Fitness Classes for Recreational Center members. Maintain a safe and positive environment for Recreational Center members by implementing proper care and maintenance of facility equipment and providing a clean and hygienic environment. Provide orientation of facility and proper equipment utilization to members as well as guidance with proper strength and conditioning activities. Implement emergency protocol including CPR, evacuation of facility, safe and effective handling of blood borne pathogens, as well as ensuring shelter and/or safe departure of members during severe weather. Provide excellent customer service skills to ensure a positive experience for members in order to enhance the growth in participation and promote a healthy lifestyle for all. May involve moving/lifting heavy objects, as well as bending/kneeling/stooping.

Minimum Requirements

Enrolled at least half-time, 6 credit hours per semester for undergraduate and 3 credit hours per semester for graduates. Maintain a TAMIU overall GPA of 2.0 for undergraduate students and 3.0 for graduate students. Must meet all other requirements as stated in TAMIU’s Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy (SAPP).

Knowledge and Abilities

Knowledge in the Fitness Field, Personal Trainer certification or seeking certification.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Other Requirements

Position requires on campus, face-to-face interactions. Position requires maintaining a regular schedule of attendance on campus and in the workplace. Work schedules are created by the department based on departmental needs but ensure it does not conflict with class schedule. Promptly complete all required trainings. Submit time sheet biweekly. Some evening and weekend work may be required. Subject to funding and/or need.

Pay of Rate

$8.00/hour for up to 19 hours weekly All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.

For many students, part-time student employment on campus is the beginning of their working career. Your work history not only follows you as a student through college but also out into the working world after graduation. Student employment is an opportunity to build positive work experience and learn new skills that may help you in the future to obtain employment.

Advantages

• It provides an opportunity to begin your working career in an environment that will help you develop and grow as an employee.
• It’s a short commute to work.
• Work hours can be scheduled around your class schedule.

To be eligible for Student Employment:

• Undergraduate Students
  • Undergraduate student must be enrolled in at least 6 credit hours per semester of college-level courses or accepted remedial courses.
  • International undergraduate students must be enrolled in at least 12 semester credit hours to meet the federal immigration guidelines.
  • Must maintain a 2.0 TAMIU overall GPA.
• Graduate Students
  • Graduate students must be enrolled in at least 3 credit hours per semester.
  • International graduate students must enroll in 9 semester credit hours in order to meet the federal immigration guidelines.
  • Must maintain a 3.0 TAMIU overall GPA.
• Students who will be graduating may enroll for less than half time for their final semester. Must submit proof of graduation.

Federal and State Work Study positions

It may also be advantageous for you to apply for financial aid to assist you with meeting your educational goals. This may also include being eligible for the Federal Work Study and State Work Study programs.