Part-Time Fitness/Wellness Program Assistant, Recreational Sports

About the role

RECREATIONAL SPORTS (BL-RECS-IUBLA) The Office of Student Life is focused on building a strong foundation to ensure every student's Indiana University (IU) experience is positive, safe, healthy, and meaningful. The Office of Student Life staff and multiple departments aim to help students navigate their time at IU, providing the tools they need to be successful in school and after graduation. Students are our priority, and their health, safety, and overall well-being are our core mission. Recreational Sports is part of the Office of Student Life, which is dedicated to supporting students' health, safety, and success throughout their IU experience. The Recreational Sports mission is to connect, inform, and inspire individuals to lead active, healthy lifestyles. Serving over 36,000 students, faculty, staff, and community members annually, we offer a wide variety of programs across 2 multipurpose facilities, indoor and outdoor pools, tennis courts, adventure spaces, and more. Our team includes 46 professional staff and over 800 student employees. At Recreational Sports, we believe in creating exceptional experiences through genuine connection and inclusive opportunities. Student employees play a vital role in shaping our programs and are encouraged to grow through leadership and collaboration. Whether someone is looking to build professional skills or simply be part of a dynamic team, Recreational Sports offers a fun, supportive environment where a person can thrive.

Responsibilities

• Supports the management and development of Fitness/Wellness student personnel while helping ensure high-quality programs, services, and participant experiences.
• Assists with staff recruitment, training, scheduling, and evaluation.
• Assists with risk management efforts.
• Contributes to operational projects, program administration, and professional development initiatives within Recreational Sports.

Requirements

• Education: Required – General knowledge at the high school level; Preferred – Some college.
• Work Experience: Required – Previous experience with Recreational Sports; Experience working in a collaborative environment and supporting staff, participants, or programs through effective communication and organization.
• Preferred Experience – Experience in fitness, wellness, recreation, student personnel management, leadership development, or supervisory roles.
• Physical Requirements – Ability to stand for long periods, frequently move about workspace, work indoors and outdoors, and move up to 50 pounds with assistance; must be able to perform essential functions with or without accommodation.
• Work‑Study Eligibility – This position is work‑study eligible.

Skills

• Leadership and staff development skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organization skills, time management skills, and attention