RecSports Student Assistant - Lake Wauburg Challenge Course Facilitator

University of Florida•Gainesville, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Recreational Sports is currently looking for Lake Wauburg Challenge Course Facilitators to join our energetic team and move Gators toward lifelong wellbeing. Lake Wauburg Challenge Course Facilitators serve RecSports participants by leading experiential teambuilding activities for groups that are used to promote, enhance, and support the development of healthy group relationships. Facilitators lead groups through in-person team-building programs (on and off-site), and low and high ropes courses at Lake Wauburg South Shore.

Requirements

Must have a valid driver’s license.
Must have current CPR, First Aid, and AED certification or be able to obtain within 30 days of hire.
Will be required to successfully complete a background check.
Comfortable working at height
Ability to work harmoniously with the staff, guests and the public.
Ability to work regular courses, including over weekdays and weekends
Registered students are employed on a part-time basis, up to 20 hours per week and additional hours with an approved Hours Extension Form.
Must maintain a minimum 2.0 grade point average.

Nice To Haves

Experience providing exceptional customer service.
Previous group facilitation experience
Previous experience with ropes courses, challenge courses, and climbing structures.
Experience designing and creating ropes/challenge program experiences.

Responsibilities

Develop professional relationships with co-workers, participants and guests
Uphold and exceed the expectations of the Cornerstones of RecSports Service: accountability, anticipating needs, attitude, and atmosphere
Demonstrate a desire to learn and apply knowledge as a RecSports ambassador
Take ownership of RecSports facilities and programs by exhibiting a responsible work ethic
Promote and maintain cleanliness and appearance within and surrounding RecSports facilities
Enforce RecSports policies and procedures to promote participant safety and satisfaction
Respond to all emergency situations and adhere to established protocol including pre- and post- incident procedures
Provide high-quality customer service.
Facilitate activities to promote and enhance individual and group growth, development, and wellness.
Provide pre-course safety briefings.
Responsible for consistent supervision of challenge course participants throughout entire course
Responsible for managing risk and promoting well-being of participants, teammates, and self.
Support Lake Wauburg special events and facility reservations
Assist with set up, take down, opening, closing, cleaning, and other duties as directed.
Assist users regularly with safe equipment use.
Administer First Aid/CPR/AED in an emergency.
Prevent injuries by eliminating hazardous situations and behaviors.
Enforce rules, regulations and policies.
Inspect facilities and equipment for unsafe conditions, remedy the condition, and or notify Supervisors.
Participate in departmental and unit training.
Assist supervisors and professional staff with additional duties as assigned.