Campus Recreation Job Opportunities

Campus Recreation offers various employment opportunities for students:  
Special Events Intern 
Group Fitness Instructor/Personal Trainer
Guest Services 
Aquatics Department 
Intramural Officials

Mountaineer KidZone Classroom Supervisor

Position description
Student will work with children between the ages of six weeks and eight years and undergraduate college students who are classroom teachers. The ideal applicant will also be professional, dependable, and have significant hands-on group setting experience with children of this age range. The person assuming this role will be responsible for supervising student employees, registering new families, assisting with lesson planning, organizing, sanitizing, and maintaining a safe and high quality learning environment in the MKZ classroom. Be receptive to additional duties as needed.

Qualifications and Requirements

  • Experience with children and families; highest consideration is given to eligible students in Child Development & Family Studies, Early Childhood Education, or a related field
  • Have prior experience working with children and families
  • Supervision experience a plus
  • Be available to work evening and weekend shifts, as well as over university breaks
  • Successfully pass background check and criminal clearances
  • Attain and maintain CPR & First Aid certifications.
  • Complete mandatory Protect Children & Title IX trainings.
  • Be available to start training immediately


Specific Shifts Available (Days and Hours)

Available during Mountaineer KidZone hours of operation.

Candidate DOES NOT NEED TO BE AVAILABLE FOR ALL SHIFTS- will work with schedule to fill in open shifts.  Preferably at least 2-3 shifts per week. Additional times (flexible schedule) outside of operational hours to lesson plan, sanitize, organize, do laundry.


To apply, please submit your resume and letter of interest detailing work experience to  vicki.hoover@mail.wvu.edu


Special Events Intern

Campus Recreation is seeking multiple Special Event Interns.

Special Events/Operations Coordinator 1 (Internship)

Job Title: Operations Coordinator 1; Internship
Campus Recreation Contact:
Ben Orendorff- Benjamin.Orendorff@mail.wvu.edu
Colton Sanders- cwsanders@mail.wvu.edu
Number of Openings: 1
Hours per week: Up to 20
Pay Rate: Paid/Unpaid

Job Description  

Working the operational side of events held or sponsored by WVU Campus Recreation. Events range in size and times, mostly located at the Student Rec Center. Operations will be individual or team setting. Mostly evenings and weekends. This is an entry level position with eligibility for advancement in the upper coordinator levels.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Responsible for creating guest satisfaction by providing efficient, effective, and extraordinary service and to ensure that patron expectations are exceeded.
  • Collaborations with Event Supervisor and other staff members to perform and execute assigned special events.
  • Communicates with other staff members about potential issues and safety hazards.  
  • Make decisions and take action that represent the Student Recreation Center in a positive way.  This includes enforcing policy and working through areas of conflict.
  • Employee will work outside job description when needed to assist other staff members throughout the Student Rec Center.  
Qualifications : 

Coordinator I 

  • Must be an enrolled student of WVU; preferably within a Sports Management, Physical Education, Recreation or related field. 
  • Must have the following valid certifications: 
    • Title IX training

Coordinator II

  • Must be an enrolled student of WVU; preferably within a Sports Management, Physical Education, Recreation Management or related field.
  • Must have worked one full year as a Special Events Student Staff Coordinator 1
  • Must have the following valid certifications:
    • CPR/AED certification
    • Title IX training
    • Funds handling

Specific Skills that are required to order and carry out the duties of the position:

  • Displays strong oral and written communications skills 
  • Strong guest service skills 
  • Strong organizational and interpersonal skills 
  • Ability to work independently  
  • Knowledge working with all types of personalities 
  • Ability to work with children 
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Complexity and problem solving:

  • Working with Program Manager and other Special Event Staff to prepare and complete the assigned special event.

Special Events/Operations Coordinator 1

Job Title: Operations Coordinator 1
Campus Recreation Contact:
Ben Orendorff- Benjamin.Orendorff@mail.wvu.edu
Colton Sanders- cwsanders@mail.wvu.edu
Number of Openings: 2
Hours per week: Up to 20
Pay Rate: $8.75/hour

Job Description  

Working the operational side of events held or sponsored by WVU Campus Recreation. Events range in size and times, mostly located at the Student Rec Center. Operations will be individual or team setting. Mostly evenings and weekends. This is an entry level position with eligibility for advancement in the upper coordinator levels.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Responsible for creating guest satisfaction by providing efficient, effective, and extraordinary service and to ensure that patron expectations are exceeded.
  • Collaborations with Event Supervisor and other staff members to perform and execute assigned special events.
  • Communicates with other staff members about potential issues and safety hazards.  
  • Make decisions and take action that represent the Student Recreation Center in a positive way.  This includes enforcing policy and working through areas of conflict.
  • Employee will work outside job description when needed to assist other staff members throughout the Student Rec Center.  

Qualifications :   

Coordinator I 

  • Must be an enrolled student of WVU; preferably within a Sports Management, Physical Education, Recreation or related field.
  • Must have the following valid certifications:
    • Title IX training

Coordinator II

  • Must be an enrolled student of WVU; preferably within a Sports Management, Physical Education, Recreation Management or related field.
  • Must have worked one full year as a Special Events Student Staff Coordinator 1
  • Must have the following valid certifications:
    • CPR/AED certification
    • Title IX training
    • Funds handling

Specific Skills that are required to order and carry out the duties of the position:

  • Displays strong oral and written communications skills 
  • Strong guest service skills 
  • Strong organizational and interpersonal skills 
  • Ability to work independently  
  • Knowledge working with all types of personalities 
  • Ability to work with children 
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Complexity and problem solving:

  • Working with Program Manager and other Special Event Staff to prepare and complete the assigned special event.

Special Events/Reservations Coordinator 1 (Internship)

Job Title: Reservations Coordinator 1; Internship
Campus Recreation Contact:
Ben Orendorff- Benjamin.Orendorff@mail.wvu.edu
Colton Sanders- cwsanders@mail.wvu.edu
Number of Openings: 1
Hours per week: Up to 20
Pay Rate: Paid/Unpaid

Job Description  

Works on the reservations side of events held or sponsored by WVU Campus Recreation. Job includes but not limited to assistance in logistics, development, communications and sales of events.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Responsible for the promotion and selling of all aspects of events, upselling add on activates and making alternative suggestions as needed.
  • Maintaining a working knowledge of the products and services offered by Campus Recreation.
  • Responsible for checking in appointments, booking services, and checking out appointments daily. 
  • Response and follow up on generated leads and clients in a timely manner to inform, update, confirm, follow up and other levels of communication via email or phone ensuring that any special requests are communicated and ensured.
  • Demonstrate flexibility in meeting potential clients for site visits and for planning meetings prior to the event, at the guest’s convenience, which could include weekend and evening appointments.
  • Constructing contracts, obtaining signatures and issuing invoices.
  • Make decisions and take action that represent Campus Recreation in a positive way.  
  • Employee will work outside job description when needed to assist other staff members throughout the Student Rec Center.  

Qualifications : 

Coordinator I

  • Must be an enrolled student of WVU; preferably within a Marketing/Sales, Hospitality Management, Recreation Management or related field.
  • Must have the following valid certifications
    • Must have an up to date CPR/First Aid and AED certification
    • Title IX training
    • Policy 49/children on campus training

Coordinator II

  • Must be an enrolled student of WVU; preferably within a Sports Management, Hospitality management, Recreation Management or related field.
  • Must have worked one full year as a Special Events Student Staff Coordinator I
  • Must have the following valid certifications
    • CPR/AED certification
    • Title IX training
    • Policy 49/children on campus training
    • Funds Handling

Specific Skills that are required to order and carry out the duties of the position: 

  • Displays strong oral and written communications skills 
  • Strong guest service skills
  • Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work independently 
  • Knowledge working with all types of personalities
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Complexity and problem solving:

  • Working with Program Manager and other Special Event Staff to prepare and complete the assigned special event.

Special Events/Reservation Coordinator 1

Job Title: Reservation Coordinator 1
Campus Recreation Contact:
Ben Orendorff- Benjamin.Orendorff@mail.wvu.edu
Colton Sanders- cwsanders@mail.wvu.edu
Number of Openings: 2
Hours per week: Up to 20
Pay Rate: $8.75/hour

Job Description  

Works on the reservations side of events held or sponsored by WVU Campus Recreation. Job includes but not limited to assistance in logistics, development, communications and sales of events.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Responsible for the promotion and selling of all aspects of events, upselling add on activates and making alternative suggestions as needed.
  • Maintaining a working knowledge of the products and services offered by Campus Recreation.
  • Responsible for checking in appointments, booking services, and checking out appointments daily. 
  • Response and follow up on generated leads and clients in a timely manner to inform, update, confirm, follow up and other levels of communication via email or phone ensuring that any special requests are communicated and ensured.
  • Demonstrate flexibility in meeting potential clients for site visits and for planning meetings prior to the event, at the guest’s convenience, which could include weekend and evening appointments.
  • Constructing contracts, obtaining signatures and issuing invoices.
  • Make decisions and take action that represent Campus Recreation in a positive way.  
  • Employee will work outside job description when needed to assist other staff members throughout the Student Rec Center. 
Qualifications : 

Coordinator I

  • Must be an enrolled student of WVU; preferably within a Marketing/Sales, Hospitality Management, Recreation Management or related field.
  • Mus t have the following valid certifications
    • Must have an up to date CPR/First Aid and AED certification
    • Title IX training
    • Policy 49/children on campus training

Coordinator II

  • Must be an enrolled student of WVU; preferably within a Sports Management, Hospitality management, Recreation Management or related field.
  • Mu st have worked one full year as a Special Events Student Staff Coordinator I
  • Must have the following valid certifications
    • CPR/AED certification
    • Title IX training
    • Policy 49/children on campus training
    • Funds Handling

Specific Skills that are required to order and carry out the duties of the position: 

  • Displays strong oral and written communications skills
  • Strong guest service skills
  • Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work independently 
  • Knowledge working with all types of personalities
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Complexity and problem solving:

  • Working with Program Manager and other Special Event Staff to prepare and complete the assigned special event. 

Apply

Group Fitness Instructors and Personal Trainers

Group Fitness Instructors

Applicants must currently hold one or more of the following:

  • General group fitness certification from a nationally-accredited organization (e.g., AFAA, ACE, ACSM, NETA, etc.)
  • Specialty group fitness certification (e.g., Zumba, Spinning, BODYPUMP, etc.)

Applicants will also be asked to provide a short demonstration (~20 minutes) of their class format and participate in an in-person interview. The SRC will periodically host general and specialty group fitness certification workshops.

Personal Trainers

Applicants must hold:

  • Nationally recognized certification as a certified personal trainer (e.g., ACE, NASM, CSCS, ACSM)
  • Current CPR/First Aid certification (e.g., Red Cross, AHA, etc.)
  • Applicants with additional specialty credentialing are encouraged to apply

Applicants will be asked to engage in a two-part interview process consisting of a formal in-person interview combined with a practical assessment of personal training competency. The SRC will periodically host general and specialty personal trainer certification workshops and professional development sessions.

Apply to be a Personal Trainer
Apply to be a Group Fitness Instructor 

Guest Services

  • Student workers can be employed in guest services, as a cashier or as a facility supervisor. 
  • All student workers with Campus Recreation begin in guest services.
  • Responsible for the management of the front desk, upper fitness and lower fitness 
  • Greet  visitors, swipe IDs, answer general SRC questions, handle equipment checkout and laundry services, among other miscellaneous tasks
  • Workers in upper and lower fitness are responsible for the cleanliness and maintenance of fitness floors, assisting visitors and providing outstanding customer service  

Students who are employed with guest services have the opportunity to move into cashier and facility supervisor positions. Student workers who move into a cashier position are responsible for selling pro shop items, personal training packages and swim lessons, among other products. Cashiers work directly with cash, checks and credit cards.

Students who are facility supervisors hold the highest student position in the Student Recreation Center. These students are trained to handle various responsibilities in the Student Recreation Center including responding to injury, suspicious activity, confrontation, writing up student employees and working directly with other university employees, among other tasks that assists GAs and full-time staff.

Apply 

Aquatics Department

Individuals who are interested in becoming a lifeguard at the Student Recreation Center must have a valid certification. 

Student Rec Center Lifeguard

  1. Apply online on MountaineerTRAK
  2. Water Skills Assessment 
    1. Must bring current American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification 
  3. Interview and Payroll Processing Information 
  4. Policy and procedures/BBP Training 
  5. Title IX Training 
  6. Start working at the SRC! 
SRC Lifeguards' Primary Responsibilities include: 
  • To prevent accidents and eliminate of minimize hazardous situations 
  • To recognize and respond quickly to all emergency situations and administer first aid as needed 
  •  To communicate to other lifeguards and facility management the need for additional  assistance or equipment in an emergency
  • To observe and enforce all rules and regulations of the facility
  • To educate and inform patrons of the rules and regulations as necessary 
  • To complete all required reports and records on schedule and to submit them to the proper person or office
  • To maintain complete, safe and sanitary facility
  • To attend in-­service training sessions and staff meeting as scheduled
  • To carry out all additional duties assigned by Head Guards, Shift Leaders, or Aquatic Management
Water Skills Assessment 
  • Swim 300 yards continuously demonstrating breath control and rhythmic breathing. Candidate may swim using the front crawl, breast stroke or a combination of both. 
  • Tread water for 2 minutes using only the legs. 
  • Complete a timed event within 1 minute 40 seconds. Starting in the water, swim 20 yards (Face may be in or out of water), Surface dive, feet first or head first, to a depth of 7-­9 feet to retrieve a 10-pound object. Return to surface and swim 20 yards on back to the starting point with both hands holding the object and keeping face at or near the surface. 
  • Exit water from gutter 
  • Perform compact entry into vortex area and exit 
  • Perform shallow in-­line techniques 
  • Perform a rescue scenario and remove victim from water 
Expectations and Opportunities 
The WVU Student Rec Center aquatics area is open Monday ‐ Friday from 6:00 a.m. ­‐ 11:00 p.m., Saturday from 7:45 a.m. -­ 9:00 p.m. and Sunday from 9:45 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. during regular hours. The SRC aquatics area has reduced hours during university and summer breaks. 
Extra hours and opportunities are available for employees who exemplify leadership and exceed the standard of expectations. We hold our employees to a certain standard and expect them to carry themselves in a manner that is professional and sensitive to others, as we are a diverse university with multicultural ideologies and policies. We expect our employees to be able to communicate with staff and patrons effectively to ensure aquatic safety and an enjoyable experience for our patrons. We expect our employees to be coachable and open to constructive critique; this environment is constantly changing to better fit the needs of our patrons.  
Experience is preferred for all positions.  Because of our department’s commitment to the Student Financial Aid Program,  first consideration is given to the applicants who have received an award through the Federal Work Study Program.  

For addition information, contact:
Sandra M. Peppel 
SRC Aquatic Manager 
304-293-5078
smpeppel@mail.wvu.edu 

Teacher/Instructor

If you are interested in becoming a teacher or instructor: 
  • Apply online at MountaineerTRAK
  • Interview/Payroll Processing Information/Background Check Information
  • Teacher Meeting Policies and Procedure
  • Teacher Meeting Assignments and Class Rosters
  • Title IX Training 
  • Start working at the SRC! 
Expectation and Opportunities
We seek individuals with teaching experience in the following program area(s): Infant, toddler and preschool, one on one adult and child instruction, lifeguarding, group fitness and coaching. Experience is preferred for all positions. We hold our employees to a certain standard and expect them to carry themselves in a manner that is professional and sensitive to others, as we are a diverse university with multicultural ideologies and policies. We expect our employees to be coachable and open to constructive critique; this environment is constantly changing to better fit the needs of our clients. Because of our department’s commitment to the Student Financial Aid Program, first consideration is given to the applicants who have received an award through the Federal Work Study Program.   

For addition information, contact: 
Sandra M. Peppel 
SRC Aquatic Manager 
304-293-5078
smpeppel@mail.wvu.edu 

Apply 

Intramural Officials

Intramural officials are hired and trained by Campus Recreation. Interested students can apply on MountaineerTrak.


Apply