Campus Recreation Student Assistant; Fall

Campus Recreation is looking for self‑motivated team players that enjoy spending time at the REC and could envision themselves working to make improvements in the services that campus recreation provides. Looking for Spring and Fall (26‑27) staff, apply now!

Campus Recreation Assistant is responsible for monitoring facility access and ensuring the safe usage of the REC Center. This mid‑level entry position includes cash handling. Responsibilities include renting REC Center outdoor equipment, monitoring the entrance and exit, checking in guests and members, and maintaining a clean, friendly environment. Other responsibilities may include cardio/weight room inspection and cleaning, event set‑up, and display creation.

Applicants should be familiar with the services campus recreation provides. Staff will assist with the opening and closing of the REC Center, with shift hours that can vary from 6:00 am to 10:00 pm. The successful candidate must have excellent customer service skills, desire to work with a diverse public, good attention to detail, and cash handling experience. Experience with fitness and wellness is preferred.

Please provide a current or projected semester schedule (PDF) by emailing to the Associate Director of Campus Recreation .

• Requires current certification or willingness to obtain certification in Basic First Aid and Adult CPR (preferred).
• Point of sales experience required.
• One to three years of customer service and/or recreation experience preferred.

• Be enrolled in the University of Alaska system with a minimum of six credit hours in the current semester of employment.
• Have been enrolled the preceding semester for six or more credit hours and demonstrate plans to enroll for six or more credit hours in the next semester for employment between semesters.
• Have at least a 2.0 cumulative grade point average (GPA) or approval from the MAU Senior Student Services officer or his/her designee.
• Students enrolled in nontraditional programs of study will be considered eligible with approval of the Senior Student Services officer.
• An applicant must provide evidence of enrollment as outlined above to substantiate employment eligibility.

This position is located on the Juneau campus. It is a part‑time, non‑exempt Student Assistant 2 position, with a starting pay of $14.38 /hr. This recruitment is open to undergraduate students only. The review process for applications will begin on June 1, 2026. This is a pool position for the academic year and will stay open for Fall 2026 and Spring 2027. When you submit your application material be sure to follow up with a copy of your schedule.

The University of Alaska reserves the right to require employees to work on‑site at UA facilities. Hybrid and remote work may be approved for employees based in Alaska at the University's discretion. Remote work for employees based outside the State of Alaska may be approved only in exceptional circumstances or when required by the position's job duties.

The University of Alaska (UA) is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing this application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact the ADA team at ua-ada.

The University of Alaska is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access Employer and Educational Institution. The University is committed to a policy of non‑discrimination against individuals on the basis of any legally protected status.

The successful applicant is required to complete a background check. Any offer of employment is contingent on the background check.

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All employees at the University of Alaska are expected to uphold the highest standards of ethics and professionalism when conducting or engaging in university business.