Why work for Campus Recreation?
Marshall Rec offers so much more than just a job! We support you in your coursework through practical experience with conflict management, supervision, management of programs and services, working in a team environment and performing quality customer service. All skills that will help you move to the front of the line in any job search after your time at Marshall University. Rec Center positions are open to Marshall and MCTC students.
Benefits of working for Campus Recreation
- Time Management
- Communication
- Conflict Resolution
- Customer Service
- Leadership & Delegation
- Flexible scheduling
- Opportunities for advancement
- Professional and supportive work environment
- Opportunities to apply formal classroom instruction to everyday work experiences
All in a social and exciting atmosphere… and yes, you get PAID too!
How to Apply
Visit the Job Portal and begin the application process.
Please note that a cover letter and resume will be required. Resources for cover letters and resumes can be found at the MU Career Center. USE THEM! Preparedness comes through in your materials, be sure they reflect well upon you. The Marshall Recreation Center team is dedicated in hiring the best of the best.
When working for The Rec Team, Management Aims to
- Foster A Positive Work Environment. Staff will strive to communicate openly and positively, encourage a team atmosphere, build trust and create a joyful place to work and play.
- Promote Diversity. Staff will create an environment that values, embraces and encourages individual differences between employees and patrons.
- Demand Excellence. Staff will strive to conduct our professional duties with the highest standards of honesty, ethics and professionalism "as if the world were watching."
- Provide Outstanding Customer Service. Staff will provide efficient, effective and friendly service toward each and every patron.
- Engage Community Outreach. Staff will embrace and promote our interdepartmental teams, university departmental partnerships, government entities, local businesses and community partners to the benefit of our patrons.
- Be Fiscally Responsible. Staff will inspire ownership in the department by responsibly operating in a fiscally, ethically and safe manner.
- Remain Student Focused. Staff will passionately promote personal growth and academic achievement.
Job Descriptions
Prerequisites: Must have a current Lifeguard Certification
Reports to: Coordinator of Aquatics & Safety
Starting Pay: $9.00
Hiring for: Summer/Fall 2020
Essential Responsibilities:
Ensure the safety of patrons at the Marshall Recreation Center Aquatic Facility by preventing and responding to emergencies.
Basic Job Duties:
- Maintain constant surveillance of patrons
- Prevent accidents and maintain a safe environment
- Provide emergency care and treatment as needed
- Enforce all rules and regulations.
Prerequisites: Knowledge of and ability to swim
Reports to: Coordinator of Aquatics & Safety
Starting Pay: $10.00
Hiring for: Summer/Fall 2020
Essential Responsibilities:
Provide swim instruction for group and private swim lessons following the curriculum
Basic Job Duties:
- Teach swimming skills from beginning to intermediate levels.
- Ensure students safety
- Provide a positive learning environment.
- Demonstrate skills required for class content
- Communicate regularly with parents .
Prerequisites: Group Fitness Certification
Reports to: Coordinator of Fitness & Well-Being
Starting Pay: $14.00
Hiring for: Summer/Fall 2020
Essential Responsibilities:
A Group Fitness Instructors primary responsibility is to enthusiastically instruct safe and effective fitness classes at the Recreation Center
Basic Job Duties:
- Conduct a fun, safe and appropriate group fitness program
- Provide quality customer service to all participants in class
- Communicate effectively with participants
Prerequisites: Certification as a Personal Trainer
Reports to: Coordinator of Fitness & Well-Being
Starting Pay: $14.00
Hiring for: Summer/Fall 2020
Essential Responsibilities:
A Trainer’s primary responsibility is to safely instruct clients through an effective training session.
Basic Job Duties:
- Ensure client safety throughout the facility
- Provide effective personal training program to clients
- Communicate effectively with participants
- Provide a quality customer experience
Prerequisites: None
Reports to: Coordinator of Competitive Sports & Camps
Starting Pay: $9.00
Hiring for: Summer 2020
Essential Responsibilities:
A camp counselor’s primary job is to supervise and interact with youth camp members aged 5-12.
Basic Job Duties:
- Ensure the safety, well-being, and enjoyment of children in camp
- Interact with children at all times
- Enforce rules and procedures
- Provide a quality customer experience
Prerequisites: None
Reports to: Assistant Director of Facility Operations
Starting Pay: $8.75
Hiring for: Summer/Fall 2020
Essential Responsibilities:
Responsible for overall cleanliness of facility and enforcement of policies and procedures.
Basic Job Duties:
- Cleaning of building and equipment
- Enforce policies on fitness floors and throughout the facility
- Laundry (washing towels and jerseys)
- Equipment set up as needed
- Provide a quality customer experience
Prerequisites: Knowledge of design software
Reports to: Assistant Director of Marketing & Membership
Starting Pay: $9.00
Hiring for: Summer/Fall 2020
Essential Responsibilities:
Create visual concepts, by hand or using computer software, to communicate ideas that inspire, inform, or captivate patrons. Develop the overall layout and production design for advertisements, brochures, flyers and corporate reports.
Basic Job Duties:
- Create and design publications.
- Design graphics and logos for print publications, apparel and electronic material.
- Assist with special events.
For more information about Employment Opportunities, please contact:
Cindi Tscherne
Associate Director of Programs
Email: tscherne@marshall.edu
Telephone: 304-696-6759
