Work Study - Campus Recreation Assistant

Des Moines Area Community College; Boone (IA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Des Moines Area Community College in Boone, IA, is seeking a Work Study Campus Recreation Assistant to support student life by coordinating intramural activities and maintaining recreation spaces.

Requirements include current full-time DMACC enrollment (12+ credits) and a minimum 2.5 GPA; strong leadership, communication, and teamwork are essential for facilitating fair play and safety during events. The role is part-time with flexible hours around class schedules.

Qualifications

• Must be a current, full-time DMACC student taking at least 12 credits.
• Must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5.
• Must demonstrate leadership, communication, reliability, and teamwork.
• Must be comfortable explaining and enforcing rules and interacting with participants.
• Interest in recreation and promoting sportsmanship.

Responsibilities

• Support Student Life by providing organized recreational opportunities.
• Coordinate intramural tournaments and activities, set up events, officiate games.
• Promote safety, maintain equipment, and assist other departments as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Reliability

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

Full-time DMACC student (12+ credits)

Job description

Work Study - Campus Recreation Assistant

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

This Vacancy Requires:

• A complete DMACC Employment Application in English (personal information, educational history, employment history, and supplemental questions). Incomplete applications and or “See Resume” will not be accepted.
• Attachment of transcripts to your electronic application (if required). Transcripts must include the applicant’s name and degrees conferred. Scans, photos, or unofficial copies are acceptable. Official transcripts will be collected upon hire (if applicable).

Must be legally eligible to work in the United States without employer sponsorship. Individuals with disabilities desiring a reasonable accommodation in the application process should notify Human Resources at [phone] or by email [e-mail].

Des Moines Area Community College shall not engage in nor allow discrimination covered by law against any person, group or organization. This includes in its programs, activities, employment practices, or hiring practices, and harassment or discrimination based on race, color, national origin, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information (in employment) and actual or potential parental, family or marital status. Veteran status in educational programs, activities, employment practices, or admission procedures is also included to the extent covered by law.

Individuals who believe they have been discriminated against may file a complaint through the College Discrimination Complaint Procedure. Complaint forms may be obtained from the Executive Campus Dean’s office, the Executive Academic Deans’ office, the Judicial Officer, or the EEO /AA Officer, Human Resources https://www.dmacc.edu/hr/index.html.

ADA questions and concerns may be directed to the Section 504/ ADA Coordinator at 2006 S. Ankeny Blvd, Bldg 6, Ankeny, IA 50023, phone [phone], [e-mail].

Questions or complaints about this policy may be directed to the Director of the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, Cesar E. Chavez Memorial Building, 1244 Speer Boulevard, Suite 310, Denver, CO 80204-3582, Telephone: [phone], FAX : [phone], TDD 800-877-8339, Email: OCR [e-mail].

Application & Position Information Call

Amanda Strayer at [e-mail] or [phone].

Salary Information

$12.50 per hour.

Job Summary

The work study program provides funds for part-time employment to help students finance the costs of postsecondary education. The program encourages community service work and work related to the student’s course of study. The program is designed to provide students with an opportunity for employment arranged around class schedules, while providing essential services to the College and the community.

Essential Functions

Support Student Life by helping provide fun, organized, and inclusive recreational opportunities for DMACC students.
Assist with the coordination and facilitation of intramural tournaments and activities, setting up and preparing for events, explaining and enforcing rules, officiating games, tracking scores and results.
Promote sportsmanship and participant safety, maintain recreation equipment, and support other departments as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Must be a current, full-time DMACC student taking at least 12 credits.
Must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5.
Must demonstrate leadership and communication skills, reliability and professionalism, teamwork and collaboration, adaptability and problem-solving abilities, and the ability to remain fair and impartial when officiating activities.
Must be comfortable explaining and enforcing rules, making decisions, and interacting with participants of varying skill and experience levels.
Must have an interest in recreation and a commitment to promoting sportsmanship and a positive experience for all participants.

Desired Qualifications

Experience with intramural or recreational sports, athletics, or officiating.

Work Schedule

20 hours per week. Schedule varies based on the event calendar and student availability.

Posting Date

Posting Date 09/28/2026

Deadline for Submitting Applications

Deadline for Submitting Applications 02/28/2027

Open Until Filled

No

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Are you eligible for Work Study?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Are you enrolled in financial aid eligible courses as a DMACC student?
  • Yes
  • No
• Please provide your student schedule.

  (Open Ended Question)

• Have you completed the DMACC Employment Application (all personal information, educational history, employment history, and supplemental questions)?
  • Yes
  • No (If no, please return to the application and complete all additional information.)