Student Job Descriptions 2009-2010

Department of Athletics, Wellness and Recreation

Student Employment Information

 

 

Employment Opportunities are ONLY available to full-time enrolled NP students.

 

Students with or without College Work Study or Student Assistant Temporary Service are encouraged to apply.

 

Opportunities for CPR, First Aid & AED certification will be made available for any job requiring certifications.

 

Wellness & Recreation Available Positions

 

Front Desk Monitor

 

Responsibilities include answering telephones, managing the operation of the front service desk, answering questions, taking racquetball and tennis court reservations, enforcing facility access policies, conducting face checks, and distributing information and directions.  Hours open: Mon – Thu. 7:00 am – 10:00 PM; Fri. 7:00 am – 9:00 pm; Sat. 10:00 am-7:00 pm; Sun. 1:00 am – 10:00 PM. Inquiries regarding Front Desk Assistant contact Keith Kenney at ext. 6956 or e-mail at kenneyk@newpaltz.edu

 

Elting Weight Room Supervisor

 

Supervise and oversee the use of the Elting Weight Room during hours of operations.  Hours of operation Monday-Friday 8am-2pm & 5pm-8pm.  Inquiries regarding Elting Weight Room Supervisor’s contact Keith Kenney at ext. 6956 or e-mail at kenneyk@newpaltz.edu

 

Personal Trainer

 

Individuals who have past or present experience working in a fitness center, health club, or gym setting helpful.  Individuals with customer service experience a plus.  Basic knowledge of exercise fitness principles and guidelines desired.  Basic daily upkeep of the equipment is a requirement of those in this position.  Experience in working with various forms of exercise equipment including treadmills, elliptical, weight resistance machines and free weight.  Experience in exercise instruction, demonstration, design, and prescription as well as certification as personal trainer will be given a high level of consideration.  Candidates must work a minimum of 10-12 hours per week and also be expected o work towards completion of Personal Training certification with our assistance.  Candidate will be expected to work for the entire school year and must be CPR/AED/First Aid certified.  Also will be required to attend training session prior to employment. Inquiries regarding Personal Trainer, contact Keith Kenney at ext. 6956 or e-mail at kenneyk@newpaltz.edu

 

Fitness Monitor

 

Individual responsible for supervision and maintenance of Athletic & Wellness Center fitness rooms.  Responsible for cleaning of fitness machines and fitness rooms and assist personal trainers with fitness room supervision.  Also will be required to attend training session prior to employment. This position must be Work Study for 2009-10 year.  Inquiries regarding Fitness Monitor, contact Keith Kenney at ext. 6956 or e-mail at kenneyk@newpaltz.edu

 

Group Fitness Instructor

 Develop, implement and lead safe, appropriate and fun wellness classes.  Certification preferred.  Candidates will receive group fitness training if necessary on safe and effective teaching. Hours: flexible.  Pay Rate: $15.  Inquiries regarding Instructors contact Keith Kenney at ext. 6956 or e-mail at kenneyk@newpaltz.edu.

 

Intramural Supervisor

 

Supervise intramural sports, including equipment and officials for a specific activity.  Hours: Mon – Fri 3:00 pm – 11: 00 pm; Weekend hours available.  Inquiries regarding Intramurals Supervisors, contact Joe Deck at ext. 2343 or e-mail at deckj@newpaltz.edu.

 

Intramural Assistant

 

Responsible for keeping time and scores at intramural events, helping to prepare intramural venue for competition, and assisting the Intramural Supervisor as needed.  Training is provided.  Hours: As needed for activities.  Inquiries regarding Intramurals Assistant, contact Joe Deck at ext. 2343 or e-mail at deckj@newpaltz.edu

 

Officials

 

Officiate intramural games.  Must attend clinics.  Hours: As needed for games. Inquiries regarding officials contact Joe Deck at ext. 2343 or e-mail at deckj@newpaltz.edu

 

Lifeguards 

 

Applicants are required to prevent accidents through the enforcement of policies, rules, regulation and conduct of persons using the pool. Responsible for opening and closing the pool, testing the pool water for the PH and chlorine levels along with the normal lifeguard duties. Applicants for the position must also have current American Red Cross Lifeguard and First Aid, CPR and AED certifications. Inquiries regarding Lifeguards contact Scott Whitbeck at ext. 2671 or e-mail at whitbecs@newpaltz.edu