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Student Employment


SRF Spring 2008 Leadership Team

Many opportunities exist for students to work in paid positions in the Department of Recreational Services. Hourly wages begin at $7.65 per hour. Experience is not mandatory (for most positions), all you need is enthusiasm and willingness to learn. Prior to employment, the Department staff will conduct mandatory training sessions which discuss policy, rules, and performance expectations. Both work study and student labor candidates are welcome!

The Department of Recreational Services is dedicated to providing professional development opportunities to its student employees. Opportunities exist for regional and national recreation conference attendance as well as workshops, officiating clinics, extramurals, certification classes, local sport board memberships and much more!

Staff Forum

We are currently hiring:

  • Facility Operations: Contact Silvia Chan via email or send Silvia an online job application.
    • Facility Monitor
    • Operations Lead
    • Lifeguard (must carry current certification)
    • CPR instructor (must carry current certification)
    • Lifeguard Instructor (must carry current certification)
  • BodyWise
    • The BodyWise Fitness Program is currently accepting applications for our Fitness Instructor Training Program. Fitness related background/experience is not required but is highly recommended. Please fill out this online application to apply.
    • For applicants who already hold a nationally recognized certification through AFAA, ACE, Spinning, Schwinn Cycling, etc., please contact Mike D'Alfonso, Coordinator of Fitness & Wellness, to discuss opportunities with the BodyWise program.
  • UConn Outdoors
    • UConn Outdoors is currently accepting applications for a position as Adventure Center Supervisor. Click here for an online application.
  • Intramural Sports: Contact Bhavin Parekh via email
    • Sport Official
    • Student Trainer (Current EMT certification required)
    • Intramural Supervisor (Prior Experience Required)

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