RecSports Student Assistant - Operations Associate

Operations Associate•Gainesville, FL

12h•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Recreational Sports is seeking energetic Operations Associates to join their team and promote lifelong wellbeing. Operations Associates will supervise activities at indoor and outdoor facilities, enforce policies and procedures within recreation centers and field spaces, and manage equipment check-out services. Successful candidates will begin work at the start of the Fall 2026 semester. This is a time-limited position.

Requirements

First Aid, CPR, AED certification or ability to attain it within first week of employment
Availability to work nights and weekend hours
Availability to work 9-12 hours, at minimum, each week
Successful completion of department training requirements once hired
Complete and maintain UF online certifications in GET803, OOC101, PRV802, ITT102, GET811
All applicants must submit a resume to be considered.
All applicants must also complete the Operations Associate Application Supplemental Questions - Fall 2026 form.

Nice To Haves

Interest in recreation, fitness, and campus involvement

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
Supervise activity in programmed and non-programmed areas in indoor and outdoor facilities
Enforce policies and procedures throughout the recreation centers and field spaces
Develop a strong baseline of fitness and facility knowledge
Guide patrons in proper use of equipment and spot patrons based on educated judgment
Oversee equipment check-out/check-in and usage by participants
Maintain an excellent recreation environment by cleaning equipment and various areas of the facility
Track and maintain participation counts throughout the facility
Check equipment for damage and report broken equipment
Assist program participants and facility users regularly, on the phone and in-person, with all aspects of the Recreational Sports Program
Make referrals to appropriate RecSports unit areas as necessary
Be knowledgeable of all Recreational Sports and University Programs
Respond to all injuries and assist in immediate first aid and proper emergency procedures