Recreation Associate

Reserved for current, undergraduate Highlands College students

Summary of responsibilities:

The Rec Associate is responsible for operating and maintaining The Rec while assisting the Rec and Fit programs on and off campus.  Note:  This position is reserved for current, undergraduate Highlands College students.   

Specific Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage class attendance and the check-in process.
• Assist with planning and execution of recreation and fitness classes.
• Organize and maintain the cleanliness of the gym, fitness spaces, and studios.
• Maintain high visibility and availability for fitness classes.
• Support the fitness instructors, rec, and fit coordinator's events.
  
  

Other Duties:

• Participate in ministry at Church of the Highlands and Highlands College by leading small groups.
• Affirm and uphold the Statement of Faith and the Core Values and DNA of the College, exemplifying all by word and lifestyle.
• Other duties as assigned by the fitness director.

Qualifications Personal Characteristics:

• Demonstrates a genuine interest in supporting and encouraging others.
• Enthusiasm and a can-do attitude.
• Highly focused, self-starter with high energy.
• Steady, positive attitude, people-oriented, team player, customer service-minded.
• Strong work ethic, commitment to excellence.

Abilities & Skills:

• Must exemplify a high level of customer service.
• Possess strong administrative skills.

Education:

• High School Diploma/GED.
• Alumni or Current Highlands College Student.

Experience:

• Background in customer service.
• Experience leading students.

Extent of Public Contact:

• High.

Physical Demands:

• High exposure to physical risk.
• Great physical condition is required.
• Ability to lift heavy weights without assistance.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time.