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Aquatics | Now Hiring
Lifeguards:
- Lifeguards must be American Red Cross Lifeguard certified
- Ensure patron safety on pool deck and in water
- Maintain clean and sanitary work area
- Work as part of a team to provide preventative attention and response in emergency situations
Please complete an Aquatics Employment Interest Form to apply for a position with our Aquatics team.
For more information, please contact:
Contact: Jarod Teague | teaguelj@etsu.edu | 423-439-7975 -
Operations
Facility Assistants:
- Provide customer service, assistance, and information to facility users
Work as a team to ensure the operation of a safe and clean facility
Enforce facility policies related to facility access, dress code, safety, and security
Perform Equipment Desk duties including, but not limited to, operating recreational services software, providing checkout and check-in services of locker keys and equipment, and towel/laundry service
Assist with the set-up, break-down, and cleanup of special events held within the facility
Other duties as assigned
If you are interested in working for Operations, please complete an Operations Employment Interest Form.
For more information, please contact:
Contact: Jarod Teague | teaguelj@etsu.edu | 423-439-7975 -
Fitness
Group Fitness Instructors:
- Provide exceptional customer service to group fitness participants
- Work as a team to ensure the successful operation of group fitness initiatives and promote others’ classes
Enforce facility policies related to facility access, dress code, safety, and security
Perform duties including, but not limited to, teaching recurring group fitness classes, tracking participants via the CPA Member Portal, and maintaining studio cleanliness
Assist with the set-up, break-down, and cleanup of special fitness events held within the facility
Knowledge of the facility’s Emergency Action Plan and respond to incidents and accidents within the facility as prescribed by the EAP
Attend scheduled trainings at the beginning of each semester and monthly meetings
Other duties as assigned
Personal Trainers:
- Provide exceptional customer service to personal training clients
Work as a team to conduct personal training promotion events such as Trainer Tuesday
Enforce facility policies related to facility access, dress code, safety, and security
Perform duties including, but not limited to, conducting free consultations, providing effective training to clients, leading small group training programs, tracking participant progress and completion, maintaining client confidentiality and records, and assisting with special events
Assist with the set-up, break-down, and cleanup of special fitness events held within the facility
Knowledge of the facility’s Emergency Action Plan and respond to incidents and accidents within the facility as prescribed by the EAP
Attend scheduled trainings at the beginning of each semester and monthly meetings
Other duties as assigned
Personal Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors are required to hold an American Red Cross CPR/AED Certification and a group fitness or personal training certification from a nationally recognized agency.
Not certified? No problem! Learn how you can earn your certification while you work as a Fitness & Wellness Assistant.
For more information, please contact:
Contact: Shaina Reins | reinss@etsu.edu | 423-439-7982 -
Wellness
Fitness and Wellness Assistants:
- Provide customer service, assistance and information to Wellness Corner users
Work as a team to ensure the successful operation of wellness initiatives
Enforce facility policies related to facility access, dress code, safety, and security
Perform duties including, but not limited to, cleaning of the Wellness Corner or fitness studios, restocking Wellness Corner supplies (coffee/tea bar, snacks, coloring pages, crayons, pamphlets, etc.), completing laundry including Wellness Corner and Yoga blankets and accessories, and preparing a variety of items for events
Assist with the set-up, break-down, and cleanup of special events held within the facility
Knowledge of the facility’s Emergency Action Plan and respond to incidents and accidents within the facility as prescribed by the EAP
Attend scheduled trainings at the beginning of each semester and monthly meetings
Other duties as assigned
Wellness Ambassadors:
- Provide customer service and coaching to Wellness Coaching clients
Work as a team to ensure the successful operation of wellness initiatives
Enforce facility policies related to facility access, dress code, safety, and security
Perform duties including, but not limited to, creating materials for the Wellness Corner (pamphlets, activities, etc.), preparing materials for wellness seminars, programs, and events, present wellness seminars, programs, and events, and maintain client confidentiality and tracking
Assist with the set-up, break-down, and cleanup of special events held within the facility and across campus
Knowledge of the facility’s Emergency Action Plan and respond to incidents and accidents within the facility as prescribed by the EAP
Attend scheduled trainings at the beginning of each semester and monthly meetings
Other duties as assigned
Wellness Ambassadors are required to hold an American Red Cross CPR/AED Certification, a NASPA CPE, and Mental Health First Aid Certification. Learn how you can earn your certifications as you work by participating in our Wellness Ambassador Preparation Course.
For more information, please contact:
Contact: Halie Darby | wellness@etsu.edu | 423-439-7983 -
Intramural Sports
Officials:
- Provide fair application of the playing rules during intramural competition including, but not limited to: flag football, soccer, volleyball, basketball, and softball
- Assist with set-up and tear-down of facility operations
- Attend in-service trainings and meetings
Additional tasks as assigned
Program Assistants:
- Assist with participant registration and sign-in
Record scores during intramural competitions- Assist with set-up and tear-down of facility operations
- Attend in-service trainings and meetings
- Additional tasks as assigned
For more information, please contact:
Contact: Trey Potter | potterld@etsu.edu| 423-439-7977 -
Outdoor Adventure
OA Attendants:
- Assist patrons by providing basic climbing safety information and demonstrating proper climbing technique and belay instruction
- Administer and manage registration for programs, belay certification tests, and other related materials
- Provide team building and aerial adventure course facilitation for organized groups and open high challenge course programs
- Facilitate discussions, encourage participants, and support individuals and groups in their learning experience
- Attend in-service trainings and meetings
- OA Attendants must be American Red Cross CPR/AED certified
- Other certifications, such as Wilderness First Aid, ACCT Challenge Course Facilitator I, or PCIA Climbing Wall Instructor, are recommended but not required
Additional Opportunities:
Opportunities for Trip Leader, Rental Equipment Attendant, and Buc Bike Attendant available for employees upon hire and additional training.Please click the button below to complete an Outdoor Adventure Employment Interest Form. Outdoor Adventure is not currently accepting applications.
For more information, please contact:
Contact: Eric Payne | payneeb@etsu.edu| 423-439-7981 -
Marketing & Communications
Graphic Designer
The Graphic Designer will assist with providing promotional designs, creating displays, facility signage, brochures, social media content, and other marketing materials for ETSU Campus Recreation’s facilities and programs.
Minimum Requirements
- Pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in graphic design, digital media, or a related field
- Experience working in programs such as Adobe Creative Cloud, Procreate, or Canva
- Must have a flexible schedule and be willing to work evening/weekend Campus Recreation events
Knowledge and Abilities
- Knowledge of Programs and Services offered by Campus Recreation
- Teamwork Skills
- Multitasking Skills
- Organization and Time Management
- Experience with Computer Design Tools
- Adaptive and Flexible in Design Strategy
Videographer
Assist with photography, videography, storytelling, social media content, and other marketing materials for ETSU Campus Recreation’s facilities and programs.
Minimum Requirements
- Pursuing a bachelor’s or master's degree in Marketing or Media and Communications
- Experience working in programs such as Adobe Cloud: Premiere Pro, Photoshop, After Effects, etc.
- Must have a flexible schedule and be willing to work evening/weekend Cmapus Recreation events
Knowledge and Abilities
- Knowledge of Programs and Services offered by Campus Recreation
- Teamwork Skills
- Multitasking Skills
- Organization and Time Management
- Experience with Computer Design Tools
- Adaptive and Flexible in Design Strategy
Marketing & Communications is not currently accepting applications.
For more information, please contact:
Contact: Shaina Reins | reinss@etsu.edu| 423-439-7982
If you have futher questions or need assistance, please email: campusrec@etsu.edu
Graduate Assistant Positions
The Department of Campus Recreation at East Tennessee State University is seeking one (1) graduate assistant for 2025-2026 academic year in the following area: outdoor adventure (1).
The goal of our graduate assistantship program is to foster the development of up-and-coming recreational professionals by immersing them in a hands-on recreational facility. Graduate assistants will gain knowledge in their primary program area, as well as student employee management and development, leadership theory, and risk management.
Payment & Compensation
Tuition waiver (eligible for both in-state/out of state students); Stipend of a minimum
of $12,600 for academic year; Funding for professional development including NIRSA
sponsored state, regional, and national events and conferences; Opportunity for hourly
summer employment.
Required Qualifications
Applicants should have a minimum undergraduate GPA of 2.75 on a 4.0 scale. Graduate
assistants must be admitted to the ETSU graduate school and accepted to their graduate
program of choice. All graduate assistants must be currently certified in American
Red Cross CPR/AED/First Aid or obtain certification within 45 days of employment.
All positions require a successful evaluation to renew for second year. Graduate assistants must maintain a 3.0 GPA. Graduate assistant may work early mornings, evening, weekends, and during extended university breaks (fall break/spring break).
To Apply
Follow instructions as outlined in job description below.
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Outdoor Adventure Graduate Assistantship
Reporting to the Assistant Director of Outdoor Adventure, the Outdoor Adventure Graduate Assistant (Field Lead) will assist with the development, marketing, implementation, and evaluation of Campus Recreation Outdoor Adventure programs pertaining to day and overnight trips, instructional clinics, Buc Bikes program, and University Woods trail system.
Job Duties:
- Assist with recruitment, hiring, training, and evaluation of outdoor staff including Tripping Staff, Outdoor Instructors, and Bike Attendants.
- Manage tripping, Buc Bike, instructional, and trail facilities and equipment (marketing, display, demo, maintenance, cleaning and repair, etc.)
- Assist marketing team with necessary materials and production of elements to promote Outdoor Adventure events.
- Develop and implement a campaign to expand and develop a broader reaching and more robust tripping program.
- Assist with design and implementation of day and overnight trips.
- Assist with design and implementation of instructional clinics.
- Collaborate with campus-based members to schedule and deliver special events and reservations.
- Assist with maintaining point of sale system (Fusion) for trips, clinics, and the Buc Bikes program.
- Assist with program delivery of day and overnight trips, clinics, biking, group facilitation events, and other Outdoor Adventure Events.
- Assist in the direction and maintenance of the University Woods trail system.
- Assist with in-service trainings including American Red Cross CPR/AED/First Aid.
- Assist in monitoring program spending and expenses.
- Attend bi-monthly Campus Recreation staff meetings.
- Other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications:
- One (1) year of experience as an undergraduate outdoor program staff or equivalent with experience in trip design and leadership
- Valid Driver’s License
- Must be available to work evenings, weekends, and extended university breaks
Preferred Qualifications:
- A combination of experience in the components of comprehensive outdoor adventure programs including, but not limited to climbing wall (top-rope & sport lead), bike maintenance, aerial & high adventure experience, group processing & facilitation experience, and trail building experience
- Experience driving a large van with a trailer
- Wilderness First Aid/Responder Certification
To apply for the Outdoor Adventure Graduate Assistantship, please email a cover letter, resume, and the contact information of three (3) professional references to Eric Payne, Assistant Director of Outdoor Adventure, at payneeb@etsu.edu.