Rate of Pay: $17.75 - $19.50
Hours: Fall/Winter Up to 15hrs/week
Work Location: York University Markham Campus – 1 University Blvd, Markham, ON
Job Purpose:
The Recreation Attendant is responsible for supporting the operational, administrative, and technical functions of various recreational facilities under the direction of the Manager, Fitness and Lifestyle.
Job Duties:
Under the direction of the Manager, Fitness and Lifestyle, the Recreation Attendant may be responsible for some or all the following tasks:
- Welcome patrons to recreational spaces, including fitness centers and intramural/drop-in events.
- Monitor facilities, participants, and game play to ensure policies and procedures related to safety and security are enforced across activities.
- Demonstrate proper usage of fitness equipment.
- Assist with the planning, implementation, and facilitation of intramural leagues, tournaments, and events.
- Perform administrative duties such as responding to emails, scheduling, and processing documents.
- Maintain cleanliness of fitness equipment and recreation spaces as per schedules and track inventory for equipment. Report any damaged or malfunctioning equipment as needed.
- Assist with equipment setup and teardown for events and games.
- Verify participant eligibility and conduct mandatory identification checks.
- Provide first response for injuries or incidents. Document and escalate as needed.
- Participate in team meetings and training sessions.
- Assist with promoting recreation programs, orientations, or events aimed at engaging the community.
- Perform safety audits and adhere to shift responsibilities outlined in daily facility checklists.
Education and Skills:
- Must be enrolled as a York student.
- Current Standard First Aid & CPR Level C.
- Current Standard/Emergency First Aid and CPR Level C certification is required.
- Certifications such as Personal Trainer, Fitness Instructor, or referee certifications are considered assets.
- Training in conflict management is also an asset.
- Knowledge of fitness equipment, recreation programs, and sports regulations.
- Knowledge of relevant software (e.g., IMLeagues, Fusion).
- Ability to communicate with others to explain and share information effectively.
- Effective organizational skills to manage multiple tasks and competing priorities.
- Ability to understand and demonstrate instructions, policies, and procedures.
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
- Ability to plan social activities, programs and events that contribute to an engaged community.
- Ability to demonstrate responsible, ethical and professional conduct.
- Ability to lift/move/carry equipment or material of varying weights up to 50 lbs.
- Participation in "Becoming YU" is required, a program designed to support skill development and reflection on personal, academic, and professional experiences. This includes regular meetings with a student employment supervisor/coach to review progress and receive feedback.