Federal College Work Study-Student (Recs- Outdoor Adventures)

Texas A&M University System•Laredo, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Student Instructor Outdoor Adventures Activity Guide is responsible for assisting Recreational Sports staff with providing a safe, healthy, and positive environment for Outdoor Adventures participants. This role involves coaching, leading instructional events, teaching educational classes, and supporting daily operations. The guide will plan and lead bike sessions, implement safety procedures, and mentor new instructors. This position is ideal for students looking to gain work experience and develop skills in a supportive campus environment.

Requirements

Enrolled at least half-time, 6 credit hours per semester for undergraduate and 3 credit hours per semester for graduates.
Maintain a TAMIU overall GPA of 2.0 for undergraduate students and 3.0 for graduates students.
Must have a current and complete file with the Office of Financial Aid.
Must demonstrate financial need by submitting a FAFSA application annually.
Must be a U.S. citizen, or permanent residence, or has an alien registration number.an eligible non-citizen.
Must meet all other requirements as stated in TAMIU’s Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy (SAPP).
Knowledge of: Skills to align the use of various outdoor equipment.
Demonstrated outdoor leadership skills to include excellent teaching and presentation abilities, and planning and organizational skills.
Excellent customer service skills.
Implementation of University policies KWRC Fitness guidelines and procedures to ensure a safe, positive, and enjoyable environment for fitness class participation.
Ability to ensure participants are executing proper biking technique and encouraging safety.
Ability to plan and conduct classes independently.
Ability to recruit and retain fitness class participants.
Ability to communicate effectively with a population and provide modifications for various fitness levels.
Ability to maintain a positive work including punctuality, professional dress, behavior, and attitude.
Ability to assist and mentor fitness staff.
Must obtain CPR/AED certification within 60 days of employment.
Must obtain First Aid certification within 60 days of employment.
Position requires on campus, face-to-face interactions.
Position requires maintaining a regular schedule of attendance on campus and in the workplace.
Some evening and weekend work may be required.
Work schedules are created by the department based on departmental needs but ensure it does not conflict with class schedule.
Promptly complete all required training.
Input hours worked daily and submit time sheet biweekly.
Position may require moving and lifting objects and materials as necessary.
Position requires the ability to ride a bike on various surfaces including rough terrain.
Position may also require various exercise movements including jumping, squatting, lifting weight equipment, etc.
Subject to funding and/or need.
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Nice To Haves

Regional knowledge of local outdoor venues and resources is highly desirable

Responsibilities

Coach large groups of people and lead instructional events and give effective feedback to participants.
Teach educational classes and in-the-field programs for Rec Sports members to include delivery of class content, customer service during the outing, and the safety of all the participants
Support Rec Sports operations by assisting in day-to-day functions such as taking inventory, cleaning storage, and maintaining equipment.
Plan and lead Bike along sessions in various environments and weather conditions.
Responsible for assisting Recreational Sports Staff with providing a safe, healthy, and positive environment for Outdoor Adventures participants.
Implement procedures for Outdoor Adventures programming, which includes but not limited to, emergency protocols.
Mentor and guide new instructors to ensure existing guidelines and procedures are being communicated.
Perform other related duties as assigned.