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Operations Assistant - Work Study

Texas A&M-Commerce: Campus Recreation
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Start Date: April 22nd

Please visit our Campus Recreation Student Employment page for important information about the application and hiring process.

  • Applicants must submit a resume with their submission and fully complete the application process which includes submitting a supplement applicant information Qualtrics form.
  • You must apply to each individual Campus Recreation position on Handshake that you are interested in.
  • We do offer work study. If you are work study please apply to the work study application, not this one. If you aren’t sure if you have work study please visit the work study webpage on the financial aid website.
  • We recommend utilizing Career Development for help with your resume and interview skills.

Interview Dates for the Operations Assistant Position

  • Will take place the week of April 1st.

If hired, you must attend

  • In-person pre-hire form: 30 minutes
  • In-person on-boarding at Human Resources: 2 hours
  • CPR/AED and First Aid certification course: 4 online hours and 4 hours in-person
  • Mandatory department new hire training: 2 hours
  • Mandatory area new hire training: 3-10 hours

Please visit our Campus Recreation Student Employment page for more information about the application and hiring process. Here is some information to review before applying.

  • You must click apply externally in Handshake AND complete the Qualtrics questionnaire in its entirety by the deadline to be considered for this position. Applicants will have to answer three questions in the external application which are below.
  • Once you click "apply Externally", please return to Handshake and click "Yes" to the question that asks, " Did you finish your application?". Once you answer yes, you will see the words, "Application submitted" and the process will be complete.
  • You can only apply to two Campus Rec positions. If you applied for than two positions, you will be asked to select only two.
  • You will need your work-study work permit if you are hired. Go ahead and begin the process of getting it if you don't already have it. Visit the financial aid website.
  • We recommend utilizing Career Development for help with your resume and interview skills.

Hiring questionnaire to submit with Handshake application

  • Please state why you would like to work at Campus Recreation.
  • Do you have any hesitations or apprehensions about this position and what can you or the MRC do to overcome these?
  • COMPLETE HIRING QUESTIONNAIRE

Hiring requirements all Campus Recreation positions

  • Must be a student at Texas A&M University-Commerce that is currently enrolled or pre-registered in classes holding at least part-time status of 6 hours for undergraduate and 3 hours for graduate.
  • Must pass State of Texas background check.

 

Job requirements for all Campus Recreation positions:

  • Student workers are only able to work up to 19 hours/week while classes are in session. (Applies to all positions worked on-campus).
  • Attend mandatory meetings, trainings, and in-services.
  • Follow and enforce all Campus Recreation policies and procedures.
  • Knowledge of and ability to promote Campus Recreation programs.
  • Serve as an integral role in the Campus Recreation Emergency Action Plan (EAP).
  • Possess excellent customer service skills.
  • Ability to work well with the recreation team.
  • Ability to work well with participants and patron community.
  • Must be in good academic standing with the University.
  • Must be in good conduct standing with the University.

Summary of Responsibilities:

This position is responsible for maintaining the cardio, track, and weight areas of the Morris Recreation Center, provide assistance with facility access, equipment checkout, and risk management at the Cain Sports Complex and The MAC. 

Program Area: Facility Operations

Supervision: Coordinator of Facility Operations and Member Services, and Graduate Assistant of Facility Operations

Starting Hourly Pay Rate: $10

Hours/Week: 8-12

Level: Entry

Primary Duties:

  • Enforce all Morris Recreation Center, Campus Recreation, and University policies and procedures
  • Maintain cleanliness of equipment and cardio, track, and weight areas
  • Assist and inform patrons on usage and technique of equipment and machines in the cardio, track, and weight areas
  • Explain how to execute various exercise techniques and how to use various exercise equipment
  • Assist patrons with spotting and using exercise equipment
  • Maintain organization of weight room, track, and cardio area equipment
  • Control access and equipment checkout at the Cain Sports Complex and The MAC
  • Report equipment needs and maintenance repairs
  • Assist with set-up up facility needs and reservations
  • Log and track usage of fitness equipment
  • Oversee the reception desk area and answer phone calls
  • Assist patrons with lockers
  • Support facility supervisor
  • Assist with patron counts
  • Perform other duties assigned

Minimum Qualifications for Consideration:

  • None

 

Desired Qualifications: 

  • Must be able to work mornings or evenings during the week and weekends

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA)

  • Enthusiasm to learn recreation and fitness principles
  • Ability to work with others in a team oriented structure
  • Critical thinking and problem solving skills
  • Upbeat and pleasant character