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student job descriptions
Updated 1/11/13

student role descriptions

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Boiler Challenge Facilitator

Work collaboratively with other challenge course staff to plan, frontload, facilitate and debrief initiatives and elements for diverse and dynamic populations with the goal of teaching teamwork, communication, trust, and responsibility in an experiential environment.

Boiler Kids Camp Coordinator

The Boiler Kids Camp Coordinator will be assisting the Assistant Director of Youth and Family Programming with planning a six to seven week day camp.  They will be responsible for the daily operations of camp including scheduling counselors, developing themed weeks, and discipline of counselors and campers.

Boiler Kids Camp Counselor

The Boiler Kids Camp Counselor will be responsible for the safety and well-being of campers during the operational hours of camp and any special event outside the normal business hours.  They will assist the Head Counselors, Camp Coordinator, and Assistant Director of Youth and Family Programming with implementing daily activities and games designed to develop social, physical, and intellectual skills.

Boiler Kids Camp Head Counselor

The Boiler Kids Camp Head Counselor will be responsible for the safety and well-being of campers during the operational hours of camp and any special event outside the normal business hours.  They will assist the Camp Coordinator and Assistant Director of Youth and Family Programming with administrative duties including evaluations and meeting agendas.  Head counselors will lead one of six program areas throughout the course of the summer complete with lesson plans and evaluations from children and counselors.

Climbing Wall Belay Staff

Work on the "front lines" for the climbing wall. Interact directly with Climbing Wall participants by performing check-in responsibilities, providing belays and creating an atmosphere that promotes the mental and physical safety of all participants and staff. Most participants' first interaction with climbing will be facilitated by the Belay Staff so it is essential to provide a warm welcome and thorough orientation of Climbing Wall policies as well as (when necessary) providing an introduction to Indoor Rock Climbing as a whole.

Club Sports Supervisor

Provide event management for club sports within the Division of Recreational Sports, such as rugby, soccer, judo, fencing, volleyball, and more. In addition to assisting with basic office administration, must be able to work nights and weekends, indoor and outdoor.

Facility Attendant

Responsible for maintaining building security and safety for Recreational Sports facilities. Assist the Facility Manager in monitoring and enforcing policies in a designated zone of the building. Address safety concerns as they arise. Interact directly with patrons and provide the highest level of customer service at all times. Assist with preventative maintenance plan for the facilities, including cleaning tasks and minor repairs. Assist with event and program coordination.

Fitness Consultant

Responsible for the facilitation of equipment orientations and fitness clinics. They also assist with overall policy enforcement, provide spotting assistance, and basic advisement regarding form, technique, and general fitness questions.

Group Exercise Instructor

Group X is a drop-in experience for such programs as Zumba, Turbo Kick, Body Sculpt, Aqua Blast, and Tabata. Instructors are responsible for facilitating these classes; which includes developing choreography, teaching proper form and technique. All Instructors must be ACE (American Council on Exercise) certified; this workshop is offered in early Spring Semester each year.

Intramural Sports Official

Responsible for refereeing games such as flag football, volleyball, floor hockey, water polo, and soccer. Intramural Sports officials make decisions, enforce rules, communicate with players, assist with set-up and tear-down of IM events, and manage the overall emotions of the game.

Lifeguard*

(*must be certified prior to applying): In addition to being currently American Red Cross certified, lifeguards ensure patron safety through effective surveillance and assistance to victims in all emergency situations.

Massage Therapist*

(*must be certified prior to applying): Provide a variety of massage therapy services. Also, perform client intakes and assessments in order to develop appropriate treatment plans. Must hold current license and proof of liability insurance.

Member Services

Entry Control & Equipment Center: Greet patrons, check patrons into the facility, check out equipment to patrons, sell merchandise to patrons.

Office Clerk

Responsible for basic customer service such as greeting patrons, answering phones, and announcing patrons. Administrative duties include data entry in addition to providing assistance to Intramural Sports, Club Sports, Reservation Staff, and other Rec Sports administrative areas.

Personal Trainer

Develop and implement personalized exercise programs, provide fitness assessments, one-on-one buddy training, participate in continuing education opportunities. Must be certified through a nationally-recognized Personal Trainer certification process. The ACE (American Council on Exercise) PT prep course is offered every Fall Semester.

Photographer

Responsible for photographing a variety of people and events for the Division of Recreational Sports, such as Aquatics, Boiler Challenge, Club Sports, Fitness Classes, Informal Recreation, Personal Training, and Special Events. Photos will be used in promoting Rec Sports. Photographers must own a DSLR camera.

Swim Instructor *

(*must be certified prior to applying): Teach clients of all ages and skill levels swimming and water safety while promoting active and healthy lifestyles through water activities.

Student Cooking Instructor

The Student Cooking Instructor will lead cooking demonstrations and provide participants with general information about nutrition and healthy eating.  This position will also provide food safety oversight for Demonstration Kitchen rental groups.  This position reports to the Associate Director, Fitness and Wellness.   

Youth and Family Event Coordinator

Lead coordinator for events (i.e. birthday parties, etc.). Also develop new youth and family events to host at the CoRec.

Youth Sport Clinic Instructor

Teach children the fundamentals of sports for basketball, t-ball, etc.