• RecSports Student Assistant - Operations Associate

    University of Florida (Gainesville, FL)


    RecSports Student Assistant - Operations Associate

     

    Work type: Student Ast

     

    Categories: Recreation/Event Services, Student Services

     

    Department: 04020100 - SL-RECSPTS ADMIN

     

    Classification Title:STU-AST-NON-CLERICAL & ADMIN

    Job Description:

    RecSports Team Member Responsibilities

     

    + Develop professional relationships with co-workers, participants, and guests

    + Uphold and exceed the expectations of the Cornerstones of RecSports Service: accountability, anticipating needs, attitude, and atmosphere

    + Demonstrate a desire to learn and apply knowledge as a RecSports ambassador

    + Take ownership of RecSports facilities and programs by exhibiting a responsible work ethic

    + Promote and maintain cleanliness and appearance within and surrounding RecSports facilities

    + Enforce RecSports policies and procedures to promote participant safety and satisfaction

    + Respond to all emergency situations and adhere to established protocol including pre- and post- incident procedures

    + All RecSports employees are expected to abide by the RecSports Student Staff Code of Conduct that clarifies shared expectations and standards in effort to best serve our patrons, develop each team member, and prepare student employees for future career endeavors.

     

    RecSports Fall Kick-Off 2025: Tuesday, August 19

     

    + Fall Kick-Off is our all-staff event to discuss department-wide updates, facilitate unit training sessions, as well as cultivate community and positive energy within our RecSports team. All RecSports Student Staff are expected to attend and will be paid for their training time. Please mark your calendars as this is mandatory for all staff! In addition, please hold your calendars for August 15-20, 2025 for mandatory unit-specific trainings.

     

    Unit Specific Job Responsibilities

     

    + Supervise activity in programmed and non-programmed areas in indoor and outdoor facilities

    + Enforce policies and procedures throughout the recreation centers and field spaces

    + Develop a strong baseline of fitness and facility knowledge

    + Guide patrons in proper use of equipment and spot patrons based on educated judgment

    + Oversee equipment check-out/check-in and usage by participants

    + Maintain an excellent recreation environment by cleaning equipment and various areas of the facility

    + Track and maintain participation counts throughout the facility

    + Check equipment for damage and report broken equipment

    + Assist program participants and facility users regularly, on the phone and in-person, with all aspects of the Recreational Sports Program

    + Make referrals to appropriate RecSports unit areas as necessary

    + Be knowledgeable of all Recreational Sports and University Programs

    + Respond to all injuries and assist in immediate first aid and proper emergency procedures

    Expected Salary:

    $13.00 per hour

    Minimum Requirements:

    This position is open to all students who are eligible to work on campus and will be employed through student Other Personnel Services (OPS) and must maintain a minimum 2.0 grade point average. Registered students are employed on a part-time basis, up to 20 hours per week and additional hours with an approved Hours Extension Form.

     

    *Federal Work Student students are encouraged to apply.

    + First Aid, CPR, AED certification or ability to attain it within first week of employment

    + Successful completion of department training requirements once hired

    + Complete and maintain UF online certifications in GET803, OOC101, PRV802, ITT102, GET811

    Preferred Qualifications:

    + Interest in recreation, fitness, and campus involvement

    Special Instructions to Applicants:

    Applicants must submit a resume to be considered.

     

    Please complete this form withSupplemental Questions (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf1-H\_esBy\_rEeX2ndTvosEyI9IguEYuZYRC\_zRlOiV8rjOcQ/viewform)

     

    For more information contact Breyonn Davis-Carter ([email protected]).

     

    Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

     

    - Availability to work nights and weekend hours

     

    - Availability to work 9-12 hours, at minimum, each week

     

    Health Assessment Required:No

     

    Advertised: 08 Jun 2025 Eastern Daylight Time

     

    Applications close: 06 Jul 2025 Eastern Daylight Time