Summer Facility Assistant

Charlestonsouthern; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established institution is seeking enthusiastic student employees to support recreational activities and wellness programs. This part-time role offers students the chance to engage with peers, develop leadership skills, and contribute to a vibrant campus community. As a vital member of the Campus Recreation team, you will help manage facilities and events, ensuring a safe and enjoyable environment for all participants. This position not only enhances your professional skills but also fosters a healthy lifestyle among students. Join us for a meaningful employment experience that supports your personal and career development!

Benefits

Free housing (not including meal plan)

Qualifications

• Must have completed all documentation required by Financial Aid.
• Must have accepted their financial aid award.

Responsibilities

• Monitor participants and guests entering and exiting the facility.
• Ensure cleanliness of all rooms in the facility including weight room and lounge.
• Assist in the safety and supervision of recreation areas.

Education

Currently enrolled student at Charleston Southern University

Job description

Student Employment – Campus Recreational Summer Facility Assistant
Charleston Southern University

• Department: Campus Recreation
• Classification: Non-exempt (Hourly)
• Location: Brewer Center
• Charleston Southern University - 9200 University Blvd. Charleston, SC 29406
• Supervisor Name: Nathan Cobb
• Alternate Supervisor: Christian Shotwell
• Dates Employed: Summer: May 6, 2025 – August 11, 2025

Position Overview:

The Campus Recreation Department at Charleston Southern University is seeking enthusiastic and committed student employees to support the diverse recreational activities and wellness programs on campus. These roles provide students with the opportunity to engage with their peers, foster a healthy and active campus community, and develop essential leadership and professional skills. Each position plays a vital role in the success of Campus Recreation, contributing to the planning, execution, and management of recreational facilities, events, and programs that enhance the overall student experience at CSU.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assistant must be highly knowledgeable of all Brewer Center policies and procedures.
• The Recreation Assistant will verify current ID of CSU student, faculty or staff member.
• As a fundamental duty, the Recreation Facility Assistant will monitor all participants and guests as they enter and exit the facility.
• The Recreation Facility Assistant will split time at the front desk and the weight room ensuring the building is running efficiently.
• Recreation Facility Assistant assists in the safety, supervision, and set-up of free play equipment in all recreation areas.
• As a Recreation Facility Assistant, assertiveness and customer service play key roles in the overall effectiveness of the position.
• Ensuring the cleanliness of all rooms in the facility including weightroom, lounge, cardio room, and basketball gym.

Required Skills and Attributes:

N/A.

Hours:

Part-time, approximately 0-15 hours per week.

Compensation:

• $10 hourly wage, based on university student employment guidelines. Paid on the 15th of the month following the month when the work was performed (e.g. work performed in June, is paid on July 15)
• Free of cost housing (not including a meal plan) for the first 4 men and the first 4 women that apply.

Schedule:

If offered work study employment, supervisors will coordinate work hours based on student’s class schedule. Students are not permitted to work during chapel or during regularly scheduled class time (even if the class is cancelled for some reason).

Application Process:

Interested applicants should apply, resume, cover letter, and references through Paycom on the CSU Student Employee Website. Interviews will be conducted by Director of Campus Recreation.

Additional Notes:

• These roles are intended to provide students with a meaningful employment experience that contributes to both their personal and career development.
• Campus Recreation Student Employment reports to Nathan Cobb, Director of Campus Recreation.
• Students enrolled in courses during the semester they are working are FICA-exempt.
• Students not enrolled in the semester are required to pay FICA taxes.
• Students are not permitted to work during scheduled class times.
• These positions are open to all academic-level students.
• Must be a currently enrolled student at Charleston Southern University.
• Must have completed all documentation required by Financial Aid.
• Must have accepted their financial aid award.

Evaluation Procedures:

Students will be evaluated on their work performance which includes their ability to follow instructions and to complete work without errors. Students are expected to be punctual and to contact their supervisor if they will be late or unable to come to work. Cell phones should be placed on silent while in the workplace and students should only use their cell phones in emergency situations.

Charleston Southern University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

This job description outlines the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

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