Jobs in RecWell

Student Positions

AreaPositionJob IDApplication Deadline
St Paul Gym Grounds Crew3595902/23/24
St Paul GymCustodial3595922/23/24
Center For Outdoor AdventureOutdoor Trips GuideApply here3/10/24
Center For Outdoor AdventureOutdoor Trips Senior GuideApply here3/10/24
Golf CourseGrounds Crew3599053/31/24
Golf CourseGolf Course Attendant3596594/30/24
Youth ProgramsPhysical Education Instructor3601576/1/24
Youth ProgramsGroup Leader3601586/1/24

 

Professional Staff Positions

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Aquatics

Private Lesson Instructor - Gopher Swim School

Private instructors are assigned lessons by the Program Assistant based on their availability. They are responsible for communicating directly with participants and for developing lesson plans based on each individual’s goals.  Previous experience is required for this position.

 

Group Lesson Instructor - Gopher Swim School

Group lesson instructors teach participants ranging from infants to adults. They teach classes of 3-5 students at a time. They follow a syllabus that has been developed ahead of time and are responsible for tracking participants’ progress. Previous experience is required for this position.

 

Deck Supervisor - Gopher Swim School

Deck supervisors are responsible for facilitating the needs of instructors, parents, and patrons during lessons each day. They support instructors by providing advice and feedback as needed and answer any questions that participants' guardians might have. They work closely with the group lesson program assistants and Aquatics Program Coordinator. Previous experience is required for this position. 

 

Door Attendant - Gopher Swim School

The GSS Door Attendant greets families and participants as they enter the pool area during group lessons. They are responsible for ensuring that participants know what level they are in, answering questions they may have, and directing them to the locker rooms. Previous experience not required, training provided.

 

Group Lesson Program Assistant - Gopher Swim School

The group lesson program assistant is responsible for developing the lesson schedule each session as well as assigning shifts to the group lesson instructors. They also work with the Aquatic Programs Coordinator to develop and lead trainings for staff. Previous experience is required for this position.

 

Private Lesson and Student/Community Engagement Program Assistant - Gopher Swim School

This program assistant is responsible for assisting in the management of private lessons as well as student and community events. They are responsible for matching and scheduling private lesson participants and instructors. They also work closely with the Aquatic Programs Coordinator to develop, schedule, and supervise events that engage the student body and community members. Previous experience is required for this position.

 

Advanced Aquatics Program Assistant - Gopher Swim School

The advanced aquatics program assistant is responsible for scheduling all clinic and swim team programming. They also assist in hiring and training coaches for this programming. Previous experience is required for this position.

 

Advanced Aquatics Coach - Gopher Swim School
 
Coaches are responsible for working closely with participants to identify and address their specific needs within clinics or practices Coaches must communicate directly with participants or parents and create practices or clinics that will address the technique concerns of different individuals each week as well as maintain a safe and fun environment. They must also be knowledgeable about swimming technique adjustments for a wide range of ages from 6+. Prior swim experience is required for this role. 
 
 

Head Lifeguard - Jean K Freeman Aquatic Center

The Head Lifeguards work together as a team to help with managing the lifeguard program. They are responsible for directly supervising the lifeguards and work closely with the Assistant Director to make sure that the program is running smoothly. They assist with administrative tasks and are the first people to be called if a lifeguard doesn’t show up for a shift. Previous experience is required for this position.

 

Lifeguard - Jean K Freeman Aquatic Center

Lifeguards are responsible for maintaining a safe environment during all aquatics events. They guard many different activities including lap swim, swim lessons, swim meets, and different rental groups. They must keep up on their certifications and attend monthly training sessions held by the department. A Lifeguard Certification is required for this position.


 

Event Technician - Jean K Freeman Aquatic Center

Students in this role are in charge of setting up and managing the scoring and timing equipment for the Jean K Freeman Aquatic Center. They play a leading role in all our events, from the small age-group meets all the way up to NCAA Championships and Paralympic Trials. Previous experience is required for this position.

 

Timing System Operator - Jean K Freeman Aquatic Center

While the core focus of this job is managing the timing system during events, the day to day work is ever changing. One day a student could be repairing equipment, the next day they are the DJ for the High School State Championship. Students work as a team to deliver some of the best Swimming and Diving events in the nation. Previous experience not required, training provided.

Facilities

Facility Attendant - MPLS Facilities

The Facility Attendant is responsible for monitoring the daily activity in the University Recreation and Wellness Center including open recreation, internal and external reservations, and special events. Keeping the facility clean is an essential task of this position. Previous experience not required, training provided.

 

Building Manager - MPLS Facilities

The Building Manager is responsible for opening and closing the Recreation and Wellness Center, supervising Facility Attendants when professional staff is not present, and ensuring building security and safety. Previous experience is required for this position.

 

Equipment Room Attendant - MPLS Facilities

The Equipment Room Attendant helps provide a welcoming atmosphere within the Recreation and Wellness Center and is customer service oriented. Primary duties include utilizing point-of-sale to check out equipment, sell merchandise, and manage locker rentals. Previous experience not required, training provided.

 

Field House Attendant - MPLS Facilities

Fieldhouse attendants play a key role in the operation of the Fieldhouse. Staff are on the front lines providing exceptional customer service, enforcing policies, ensuring safety, answering questions, and resolving issues. Previous experience not required, training provided.

 

Dome Supervisor - MPLS Facilities

Dome Supervisors play a key role in the operation of the Student Recreational Sports Field/Dome. Staff are on the front lines providing exceptional customer service, enforcing policies, ensuring safety, answering questions, and resolving issues. Previous experience not required, training provided.

 

Red Cross Instructor - MPLS Facilities

Red Cross instructors play a key role in maintaining the Risk Management quality of the department. They are responsible for instructing Red Cross classes and maintaining certification records of all employees. A Red Cross Instructor Certification is required for this position.

 

St. Paul Gym Receptionist - SPG Facilities

The St. Paul Gym Receptionists are a positive and welcoming first point of contact to those entering the St. Paul Gym facility. Tasks include overseeing member validation/access, selling lockers, memberships, and equipment rentals through the Point of Sale system, and providing accurate departmental information as it relates to the St. Paul Gym. Previous experience not required, training provided.

 

St. Paul Gym Building Manager - SPG Facilities

St. Paul Gym Building Managers play a key role in the operation of the St. Paul Gym. Staff are on the front lines providing exceptional customer service, enforcing policies, ensuring safety, answering questions, and resolving issues while also offering support to the St. Paul Gym Receptionist. Previous experience not required, training provided.

 

St. Paul Gym Program Assistant - SPG Facilities

The St. Paul Gym Program Assistant is responsible for offering support, training and guidance, leadership, and mentoring to the St. Paul Gym student staff as well as engage in positive working relationships with departmental professional staff located at the St. Paul Gym. This position is expected to display exemplary customer service skills, have a helpful demeanor, and provide a friendly, welcoming, inclusive and respectful atmosphere for guests and members entering the St. Paul Gym facility while supporting facility operations and programming. Previous experience is required for this position.

 

Equipment Repair Technician - Facility Support

The Equipment Repair Technician is a fun and challenging job for any student in search of a position that requires mechanical aptitude and curiosity about how things work. You’ll be cleaning and wrenching on the hundreds of pieces of fitness equipment throughout our facilities. Applicants beware, you may have to wash your hands before going to class after your shift! Previous experience not required, training provided.

 

RecWell Grounds Crew - Facility Support

This position primarily takes place at the Sports Field Complex (Dome) doing a combination of outdoor and indoor tasks. Employees should be prepared to work outside in all weather conditions, including rain, heat, and snow. Previous experience not required, training provided.

 

St. Paul Gym Custodial - Facility Support

St. Paul Gym Custodial  focuses on maintaining a clean and safe space for members at the St. Paul Gymnasium. Previous experience not required, training provided.

 

Fitness

Group Fitness Instructor - Fitness

Group Fitness Instructors are responsible for leading a variety of group fitness classes for members of RecWell, bringing their own unique style and energy. Instructors teach a variety of formats, including Strength, Dance, Cycling, and Yoga. Group Fitness Instructors are required to hold a certification in the format they are interested in teaching.

 

Personal Trainer - Fitness

Personal Trainers are responsible for leading 1 on 1 or 2 on 1 personal training sessions for RecWell members. Personal Trainers work directly and collaboratively with clients to set goals, track progress, and achieve success. Personal Trainers are required to hold an accredited certification to be considered for this role.

Golf Course

Golf Course Attendant - Les Bolstad Golf Course

The Golf Course Attendant will assist golfers by booking tee times, checking customers in for their round, sell merchandise in the golf shop, and ensure the shop is running smoothly. Employees may also work at the driving range, where they will sell range balls to customers, drive the picker to get golf balls off the range, and help to maintain a clean driving range. Previous experience not required, training provided.

 

Golf Course Grounds Crew - Les Bolstad Golf Course

The Golf Course Grounds Crew takes pride in maintaining the beautiful grounds of the Golf Course, Driving Range and the Clubhouse. This seasonal position works mostly outdoors. Previous experience not required, training provided.

Center for Outdoor Adventure

Trips Program Assistant - Center for Outdoor Adventures

The Trips Program Assistant plays a critical role in the success of the day-to-day operations of the Outdoor Program Trips and Clinics program.  If you have a passion for getting people outside and have a knack for planning, organization, communication, and people management, this could be the position for you. Previous experience is required for this position.

 

Outdoor Program Guide - Center for Outdoor Adventure

The Guide position’s core purpose is to design and deliver a variety of day and weekend outdoor trips across the Midwest. Additionally, guide staff may assist Senior Guides in co-leading extended outdoor trips. Guide staff are responsible for providing coaching and mentorship to Apprentice Guides.

 

Outdoor Program Senior Guide - Center for Outdoor Adventure

The Senior Guide position has two distinct tracks - Rock and Ice Climbing OR Extended Wilderness Trips (5+ days). The Rock and Ice Climbing Senior Guide is responsible for leading all outdoor climbing trips including anchor building, site management, and instruction. The Extended Wilderness Trips Senior Guide will actively plan and lead the program’s longest trips. All Senior Guides will have a role in training and mentoring Guide and Apprentice Guide staff in support of the Program Manager.

 

Climbing Gym Attendant - Center for Outdoor Adventures

The University of Minnesota Outdoor Program is seeking qualified Climbing Gym Staff.  If you love to climb, you should consider becoming part of a team of motivated climbers responsible for the day-to-day operations of the climbing wall including customer service and risk management. Previous experience is required for this position.

 

Climbing Clinic Instructor - Center for Outdoor Adventures

The Climbing Gym Clinic Instructor is responsible for delivering high quality climbing instruction opportunities for the University of Minnesota Climbing community.  Core to this work are weekly belay and lead climbing clinics.  Additionally, qualified instructors may teach a wide range of skill based clinics including climbing training, anchor building, multi pitch climbing, and self-rescue. Previous experience is required for this position.

 

Climbing Gym Program Assistant - Center for Outdoor Adventures

The Climbing Gym Program Assistant serves as a student manager and is responsible for ensuring staff completion of required training, providing opportunities for staff to develop knowledge and skills, and planning and implementing clinics, events, and programming for the Climbing Gym.  The position promotes the program philosophy of fostering an inclusive community for all climbers. Previous experience is required for this position.

 

Routesetter - Center for Outdoor Adventures

Routes are the heart of a climbing gym. Setters work collaboratively as part of a team and must be able to leave their ego at the door, take feedback, and offer constructive criticism.  Routesetting is work that involves elements of construction and elements of art - be prepared to work hard, be creative, experience frustration, and feel joy when everything comes together in a route. Previous experience is required for this position.

 

Routesetting Program Assistant - Center for Outdoor Adventures

The Routesetting Program Assistant supports the Outdoor Program Manager in the day-to-day planning, implementation, and oversight of the Routesetting Program at the University of Minnesota Climbing Gym.  If you love routesetting, have a passion for the Climbing Community at the U of M, and are looking to hone your management and organizational skills, this position is for you. Previous experience is required for this position.

 

Rental Shop Attendant - Center for Outdoor Adventures

Rental Shop Attendants are the shepherds of outdoor equipment at the COA. Attendants inspect and maintain gear and provide rental shop customers with top-notch service to help get them on outdoor adventures. In short, we enable and outfit people to experience the outdoors and make new memories. Previous experience is required for this position.

 

Rental Shop Program Assistant - Center for Outdoor Adventures

The Rental Shop Program Assistant works alongside the COA Coordinator to keep the operational gears turning. The PA position is a leadership role that includes opportunities for peer training, feedback, real-world practice, and shop development and improvement. Rental Shop PAs leave a lasting impact on the COA and are an integral part in developing and perpetuating COA staff culture. Previous experience is required for this position.

Intramurals

Intramural Sports Official - Competitive Sports

Intramural Sports Officials are responsible for assisting in the administration of the Competitive Sports – Intramurals program by officiating intramural contests. Previous experience not required, training provided.

 

Intramural Sports Office Assistant - Competitive Sports

The Intramural Sports Office Assistant has the responsibility of providing support to the Intramural program participants and professional staff by carrying out administrative tasks. Previous experience not required, training provided.

 

Intramural Sports Supervisor - Competitive Sports

Intramural Sports Supervisors support participants’ enjoyment, intramural officials’ development, and communication with the intramural office. Previous experience is required for this position.

Marketing + Member Services

Member Services Representatives - Membership

The Member Services Representative is responsible for the day-to-day member services operations, such as selling memberships, providing accurate facility and membership information, setting up and linking accounts correctly, and offering information on programming. Previous experience not required, training provided.

 

Member Services Program Assistant - Membership

The Member Services Program Assistant will be responsible for offering support, guidance, leadership, and mentoring to member services team members. This position is expected to display exemplary customer service skills, have a helpful demeanor, and provide a friendly, welcoming, inclusive, and respectful atmosphere for guests and members entering Recreation and Wellness facilities. Previous experience is required for this position.

 

Marketing Project Management Assistant  - Marketing and Communications

The Marketing Project Management Coordinator will assist the department in marketing program and service needs, such as project management, digital marketing assistance, communication, etc. Previous experience preferred, training provided.

 

Digital Strategy and Social Media Assistant - Marketing and Communications 

The Digital Strategy and Social Media Assistant will be responsible for assisting the department in monitoring and posting on social media platforms, engaging in online forums, and participation in online outreach and promotions. Previous experience preferred, training provided. 

 

Brand Ambassador (Engagement Team) - Marketing and Communications

The Brand Ambassador is part of the Recreation and Wellness “Engagement Team” that promotes RecWell services, events, and initiatives. The Engagement Team works both within our building and around the University campus, engaging with students, faculty, and staff. The Engagement Team helps plan, organize, set up, and attends outreach initiatives/events. At events, the Street Team interacts with attendees, share expertise about RecWell programs and services, and help promote RecWell’s mission. As well this team assists in developing RecWell digital platform content such as social media and blogs.

 

Graphic Designer and Creative Assistant - Marketing and Communications

The Graphic Designer and Creative Assistant will be responsible for creating a variety of print and digital designs that promote the programs, facilities, and services of Recreation and Wellness. This RecWell team member will bring creativity, passion, and an openness to collaboration. Previous experience is required for this position.

 

Multimedia Production Assistant - Marketing and Communications

The Multimedia Production Assistant will be responsible for capturing the experience of the programs and services that Recreation and Wellness offers through photography and video production. This RecWell team member will bring creativity, a sense of humor, outgoing personality, and an openness to collaboration. Previous experience preferred, training provided.

Sport Clubs

Sport Clubs Office Assistant - Competitive Sports

Student Office Assistants are responsible for providing essential office support by organizing program participation data, processing mail and packages, managing program email accounts, assisting with annual program re-registration process, and processing incoming mail and packages. The Student Office Assistant also provides assistance on special projects and tasks for RecWell departmental staff. Previous experience not required, training provided.



Sport Clubs Travel Assistant - Competitive Sports

Student Travel Assistants are responsible for providing essential office support by providing initial customer service to program participants, coordinating off-campus travel for multiple student groups, and coordinating rental vehicle requests, schedules, and billings. The Student Travel Assistant also provides assistance on special projects and tasks for RecWell departmental staff. Previous experience not required, training provided.

 

Sport Clubs Program Assistant - Competitive Sports

Student Program Assistants are responsible for providing essential office support by providing initial customer service to program participants, coordinating off-campus travel for multiple student groups, and coordinating rental vehicle requests, schedules, and billings. Previous experience is required for this position.

Youth Programs

Group Leader - Youth Programs

Are you energetic, flexible, and kid-oriented? Group Leaders gain hands-on experience working with youth. You will lead a group of school-aged kids through a day of organized activities. Previous experience is required for this position.

 

Group Leader: Support Staff - Youth Programs

New to working with kids? Support staff should have a go-with-the-flow attitude as you are assigned everyday with a variety of tasks to best support our program. While supporting us with daily logistics, you will also have the opportunity to gain experience working with youth. Previous experience not required, training provided.

 

YP Instructor - Youth Programs

Channel your passion and experience into a hands-on learning opportunity for youth! From sports to art to science, create your own camp and engage youth in developing a new interest.

 

YP Program Assistant - Youth Programs

Do you have a background in customer service? Are you a social media whiz? During the academic year, Program Assistants support the leadership team in planning for Summer. From social media to communications to registration, PAs play a vital role in assisting the leadership team with all things YP related. Previous experience is required for this position.

 

Lead Team Summer Coordinator - Youth Programs

Support Youth Programs behind-the-scenes in a leadership position! Summer Coordinators take on a variety or responsibilities from parent communications to supervising & supporting staff to program prep. This is a great opportunity to gain and grow your leadership skills!

Student Personnel Coordinator
De'Jha Pontoo
[email protected] • 612-626-2642