Student Employment
Interested in working where you work out? Campus Recreation hires UC students for a variety of roles across our facilities and programs. From welcoming members at the front desk to supervising the fitness floor, teaching group fitness, guarding the pool, and more, our student staff help create a safe, fun, and inclusive experience for the UC community.
Our Commitment to You
At Campus Recreation, we are committed to our student staff. Our 230 student employees are the face of our operations, and our facilities and programs simply could not run without you. You help answer member questions, respond to emergencies, keep our spaces safe and clean, and create a welcoming environment for everyone who walks through our doors.
Because we rely on you so much, we are equally committed to supporting you. We want to guide you, help you grow, and walk alongside you throughout your journey at UC. We show this commitment through student engagement opportunities, professional and personal development, and opportunities to build connections with the people around you.
Your experience matters to us, and we want your time at Campus Recreation to be about more than just a job. We want you to leave with new skills, meaningful relationships, and experiences that help you grow both personally and professionally.
Student Engagement
We are invested and committed to making this the most enjoyable and fun job you could ever have. This is a place to meet awesome people, make lifelong friendships, have endless future roommate options, and have a supportive community.
We offer semesterly engagement opportunties to celebrate and appreciate YOU and have fun!
- Cookout
- Chili Cook-Off
- Late Night at the Rec
- Banquet
Student Development
We know you’re going to do amazing and cool things, both personally and professionally, and we want to help you get there! Every student position at Campus Recreation is an opportunity to build career-ready skills that you can take with you beyond UC. Our goal is for you to leave with meaningful experiences, valuable skills, and real examples you can share with future employers.
The career readiness skills you’ll develop:
- Career and self-development
- Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Leadership
- Professionalism
- Teamwork
- Inclusion
- Technology
Job Requirements & Hiring Process
Campus Recreation Job Requirements
- I-9 Employment Verification: Have acceptable physical identification documents (passport, Social Security card, birth certificate) to verify your eligibility to work.
- CPR/AED Professional Rescuer Certification: All Campus Recreation Student Employees must be willing and able to obtain a Red Cross CPR/AED Professional Rescuer certification, provided by Campus Recreation upon hire.
- Mandatory Fall Staff Training: Must be willing and able to attend required staff training between August 18–22, 2027.
- Required Trainings and Meetings: Most positions require attendance at monthly staff meetings and trainings during the fall and spring semesters.
What to Expect After Applying
- Our team reviews applications in SuccessFactors on a rolling basis.
- If you are not selected for the position, you will receive an email notification from jobs@uc.edu.
- Selected candidates will be contacted to schedule an interview by a member of our team.
- Once you’ve been offered a position and accept, please note that university processing timelines may take up to 2–3 weeks before you can officially start working.
- As part of your employment onboarding, you must complete I-9 verification within 3 days of your start date. Please bring acceptable physical identification documents, such as a passport or a combination of a driver’s license and Social Security card or birth certificate.
- Lifeguards and Member Services staff must pass a background check for employment.
We appreciate your patience throughout this process and will communicate updates as they become available.
If you have questions or experience any issues with your application, please contact us at campusrec@uc.edu.
Student Positions
For complete job descriptions, click on the link in the table. For a short version, click on Quick View below.
| Job Description | Semesters Hiring For | Application Link |
|---|---|---|
| Fitness Floor Coordinator | Spring | Open |
| Member Services Staff | Spring | Open |
| Social Media Team | Spring | Closed |
| Personal Trainer | Fall/Spring | Open |
| Group Fitness Instructor | Fall/Spring | Open |
| Lifeguard | Spring | Open |
| Swim Lesson Instructor | Fall/Spring | Open |
| Intramural Sports Official | Spring | Open |
| Building Supervisor | Spring | Closed |
| Climbing Wall Specialist | Spring |
Open |
Quick View Job Descriptions
The Climbing Wall Specialist is responsible for supporting the daily operations of the University of Cincinnati Campus Recreation Center Climbing Wall. Responsibilities include maintaining a safe climbing environment, assisting with wall maintenance, supporting climbing wall programs, facilitating rental groups and events, and issuing equipment. Successful candidates are expected to provide members, prospective members, rental groups, and guests with a safe, welcoming, and enjoyable experience.
Pay rate - $11.40/hr.
The Fitness Floor Coordinator is responsible for maintaining the safety and well-being of the fitness floor at the Campus Recreation Center, including answering patron questions and concerns, maintaining machines and equipment, assisting patrons with spotting and providing proper machine instruction.
Pay rate - $11/hr.
A nationally recognized group exercise certification is required to be considered for employment.
Group Fitness Instructors will be responsible for leading multiple group fitness classes that range in variety and levels. This includes counting, cueing, organizing choreography, and planning playlists ahead of class time.
Pay rate - $15.00-$18.00/hr.
Intramural Sports Officials are responsible for creating a safe, positive experience for Intramural Sports participants. While the primary role is officiating Intramural Sports activities, this position will also assist with event management including set-up and tear down, participant interaction, and other duties as assigned. Officials need to communicate effectively, work well on a team and demonstrate a desire to improve. Officials’ training is provided, but a basic knowledge of the sports the applicant intends to work in is recommended.
- Average hours: 4-20 hours per week
- Pay rate - $11.40/hr.
- Work locations: Campus Recreation Center Courts, Gettler Stadium, Nippert Stadium, Dabney Sand Volleyball Court
- Operating hours: Sundays, noon - 11:45 p.m.; Mondays– Thursdays, 4 – 11:45 pm
An active American Red Cross Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/AED certification is required to be considered for this position.
Lifeguards are responsible for maintaining the safety of the patrons and staff in the Aquatic Center by practicing active, preventative lifeguarding skills, and providing emergency care in the case of an emergency. Please email autumn.cleverley@uc.edu if you have any questions.
Pay rate - $12.40/hr. during the school year, $13.40/hr. during the summer
Currently Certified? Attend one of our upcoming skills tests.
You must have a current American Red Cross Lifeguarding with CPR and AED certification. Skills tests are offered on a monthly basis and include a test of the ability to complete cross-lifeguarding saves and prerequisites. This time will also include a brief interview.
Not Certified and interested in getting certified for free?
Please fill out this free lifeguard class request form or checkout our Lifeguard Class page of our website
The Member Services Staff is responsible for granting access to the facility, processing and scheduling services and payments, selling memberships, and issuing equipment. Staff members must provide members, prospective members, and guests with accurate information about University of Cincinnati Campus Recreation.
Pay rate - $11.40/hr.
Current nationally-recognized personal training certification (ACSM, NSCA, NASM, or ACE preferred) and American Red Cross CPR/AED/First Aid for Professional Rescuers certification required to be considered for this position.
Personal Trainers assess, discuss, motivate, and teach clients how to improve their physical fitness, strength or physique. By providing quality, personalized instruction, the personal trainer is to challenge the client, by providing a fun, safe and professional approach towards to the client’s goals.
Pay rate - $15.00-$18.00/hr.
The Building Supervisor is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Campus Recreation Center, including equipment setup and maintenance, special event management, assisting other student staff groups, and customer service. Successful candidates must ensure members, prospective members, rental groups, and guests are presented with a safe and enjoyable environment.
Pay rate - $13.40/hr.
We are seeking a creative and motivated Social Media Team Member to join the Campus Recreation team. The ideal candidate is a current UC student with proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and a passion for design. The designer is responsible for creating engaging social media graphics that align with the department’s branding and mission. A strong portfolio showcasing previous design work is required.
Pay rate - $13.40/hr.
Swim Lesson Instructors are responsible for instructing American Red Cross progressive swim lessons and teaching participants to be safe when they are in, on and around water. Lessons are available to infants/toddlers, preschoolers, youth, and adults in group and/or private lessons. We are also looking for swim instructors to coach junior swim team style classes, stroke clinics, and master's level swim practices. Positions are available to both certified and uncertified staff.
Pay Rate - $13.15/hr. for Certified Staff holding active American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor Certifications
Pay rate - $12.15/hr. for non-certified assisting instructors