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Aquatics

Job Title	Job Description
Aquatics Coordinator	Under the supervision of the Aquatics and Safety Manager, Aquatics Coordinators are responsible for an assigned area within Aquatics and mentoring a group of staff members. Assigned areas may include: Pavilion Pool & Swim Lesson Program, IMA Pool & General Guarding operations/training, and Special Events. Examples of duties include: administrative and organizational tasks relevant to their assigned area and mentorship efforts toward assigned staff. Aquatics Coordinators play a significant role in maintaining a safe and pleasant environment for patrons.
Aquatics Instructor	Under the supervision of the Aquatics and Safety Manager, the Aquatics Instructor is responsible for instructing participants in group swimming lessons and/or water fitness classes. Examples of duties include: working to ensure the safety and effective learning progress for swim lesson patrons, demonstrating and providing positive and constructive technique feedback to patrons, and building community.
Lifeguard/First Aid	Under the supervision of the Aquatics and Safety Manager as well as supported by leadership of Lifeguard/First Aid Leads, Lifeguard/First Aid are responsible for the safety of aquatic patrons at the IMA and Pavilion Pool. Examples of duties include: taking proactive steps to prevent incidents, promoting and providing customer service, responding to accidents or incidents, providing First Aid assistance as needed. Lifeguard/First Aid play a significant role in maintaining a safe and pleasant environment for patrons.

Creative Team

Job Title	Job Description
Digital Communications Lead	Under the supervision of the Marketing & Communications Manager, Digital Communications Leads are responsible for supporting UW Recreation’s communication platforms. Examples of duties include: creating social media content, managing and updating digital displays, web updates, and designing print media. The lead will work with the Creative Team to deploy content that will be viewed by thousands of students, faculty, and staff daily. Communications, Journalism, Arts/Graphic Design, English, or similar majors may be good fits.
Graphic Design Lead	Under the supervision of the Manager of Marketing and Communications, Student Graphic Designers are responsible for art and graphic design for UW Recreation. Examples of duties include: creating marketing materials to be used for publicizing programs such as graphics for print media like posters, fliers, and handouts, as well as digital designs for social media posts and digital displays. Other duties may include logo design, photo and image resizing and transformation, and collaboration on projects with the members of the UW Recreation Creative Team.
Marketing & Communications Lead	Under the supervision of the Marketing & Communications Manager, leads are responsible for working within the Creative Team to develop marketing and communications programs and projects for UW Recreation. Examples of duties include: assisting with the development of a comprehensive marketing and communications strategic plan, organizing and coordinating the marketing needs of the department, and providing administrative support.
Outreach Coordinator	Under the supervision of the Marketing and Communications Manager, Outreach Coordinator Leads are responsible for leading outreach opportunities for UW Recreation. Examples of duties include: reaching out to, and making presentations for, campus departments, registered student organizations, and the broader campus community; updating and creating marketing materials for programs; coordinating events and opportunities; tabling at events; and providing administrative support.
Photography Lead	Under the supervision of the Marketing & Communications Manager, the Photography Lead is responsible for taking and editing photographs for UW Recreation. Examples of duties include: shooting program offerings and event documentation, taking photos for marketing materials, editing photos, and collaboration on media projects with the UW Recreation Creative Team.
Videography Lead	Under the supervision of the Marketing & Communications Manager, the Videography Lead is responsible for shooting and editing video for UW Recreation. Examples of duties include: shooting program and event documentation, videography for marketing materials, editing video, and collaboration on media projects with the UW Recreation Creative Team. *Should skills allow, sometimes the photographer and videographer positions can be combined.
Web Management Leads	Under the supervision of the Marketing and Communications Manager, Web Management Leads are responsible for updating and maintaining UW Recreation’s web presence. Examples of duties include: using WordPress to make updates, changes, and new pages for the Recreation website, managing the Recreation phone app using App Annie, updating webpages for other departments that feature Recreation programming, and providing administrative support.

Facilities

Fitness

Job Title	Job Description
Fitness Program Lead	Under the supervision of the Fitness Manager, Fitness Program Leads are responsible for assisting with programmatic and administrative support related to all Fitness programming. Examples of duties include scheduling, data entry, planning special events, teaching classes, assisting with F.I.T, marketing and outreach, and tasks related to program organization and communication.
Group Fitness Instructor I	Under the supervision of the Fitness Manager, Group Fitness Instructors are responsible for teaching specialized classes such as dance, cardio, and/or strength and conditioning classes. Examples of duties include: developing and implementing lesson plans that are in accordance with their training, providing customer service, managing risk, and responding to emergency situations. Group Fitness Instructor Is have been teaching between 0-3 years.
Group Fitness Instructor II	Under the supervision of the Fitness Manager, Group Fitness Instructor IIs are responsible for teaching specialized classes such as cycling, TRX, and Pilates. Examples of duties include: developing and implementing lesson plans that are in accordance with their training, providing customer service, managing risk, and responding to emergency situations. Group Fitness Instructor IIs have been teaching for more than 3 years.
Massage Therapist	Under the supervision of the Fitness Manager, the Massage Therapist is responsible for providing Massage Therapy to UW Recreation patrons. Examples of duties include: developing and implementing specific massage plans that are in accordance with their training and client needs, providing excellent customer service, managing risk, and responding to emergency situations.
Peer Nutritionist	Under the supervision of the Fitness Manager, the recreation Peer Nutritionist will provide personalized diet and nutrition programs to individuals. Examples of duties include: developing appropriate and effective nutrition programs for clients and conducting health and fitness screenings.
Personal Trainer	Under the supervision of the Fitness Manager, Personal Trainers are responsible for providing personalized fitness training and exercise programs to individuals. Examples of duties include: developing safe and effective comprehensive exercise programs for clients, conducting health and fitness screenings, and aiding in spotting techniques for clients.

Golf Range

Job Title	Job Description
Golf Range Assistant	Under the supervision of the Golf Range Manager, Golf Range Assistants are responsible for providing customer service to patrons at the Golf Range during assigned hours. Examples of duties include: facility management, selling buckets, punch cards, and golf lessons, and picking up range balls. Golf Range Assistants play a significant role in maintaining a safe and pleasant environment for patrons.
Golf Range Instructor	Under the supervision of the Golf Range Manager, Golf Range Instructors are responsible for providing golf skills instruction in group classes. Examples of duties include: developing and implementing a lesson plan, leading instruction courses for 5-12 people, demonstrating and providing positive and constructive technique feedback to patrons, and building community.
Golf Range Lead	Under the supervision of the Golf Range Manager, in addition to the duties of Golf Range Assistant, Golf Range Leads are responsible for the safe and appropriate operation of the Golf Range. Examples of duties include: leading the daily operational activities in the absence of the Golf Range Manager, supervising the collection of fees, and monitoring special events. Golf Range Leads play a significant role in maintaining a safe and pleasant environment for patrons.

Information Technology

Intramurals

Job Title	Job Description
Intramural Official	Under the supervision of the Intramural Manager, Intramural Officials are responsible for officiating UW Recreation sporting events. Examples of duties include: enforcing rules of the game, ensuring that points are scored properly, and diffusing potential conflicts during games.
Intramural Official Lead	Under the supervision of the Intramural Manager, Intramural Official Leads are responsible for overseeing UW Recreation sporting events. Examples of duties include: providing training and support to officials, diffusing potential conflicts during games, and enforcing program policies.
Intramural Program Assistant	Under the supervision of the Intramural Manager, Intramural Program Assistants are responsible for assisting in the coordination of UW Recreation sporting events. Examples of duties include: daily inspections of game facilities, preparing score sheets for games, and assisting game officials.
Intramural Program Lead	Under the supervision of the Intramural Manager, Intramural Program Leads are responsible for supporting Intramural Program Assistants and the entire Intramural program. Examples of duties include: ensuring all material and communication is up to date, ensuring all equipment and employees are in place for games, and performing administrative duties.

Mindfulness

Job Title	Job Description
Mindfulness Instructor I	Under the supervision of the Mindfulness Manager, Mindfulness Instructor I will have the opportunity to teach basic yoga classes of various formats, on-campus Rec on Demand classes, meditation classes, and private yoga. They are responsible for developing and implementing lesson plans, providing customer service, managing risk, and responding to emergency situations. Examples of duties include: following class format guidelines, developing class sequences, adhering to specific teaching methodologies, and interacting with students in a safe and respectful manner.
Mindfulness Instructor II	Under the supervision of the Mindfulness Manager, Mindfulness Instructor II will have the opportunity to teach basic and advanced yoga classes of various formats, on campus Rec on Demand classes, meditation classes, specialty workshops and private yoga. They are also eligible to become mentor instructors to support Mindfulness I instructors by auditing classes and providing feedback. They are responsible for developing and implementing lesson plans, providing customer service, managing risk, and responding to emergency situations. Examples of duties include: following class format guidelines, developing class sequences, adhering to specific teaching methodologies, and interacting with students in a safe and respectful manner.
Mindfulness Instructor III	Under the supervision of the Mindfulness Manager, Mindfulness Instructor III will have the opportunity to lead basic 200hr yoga teacher trainings. They are responsible for learning and implementing training curriculum, providing customer service, managing risk, and responding to emergency situations. Examples of duties include: Leading classes in the teacher training, facilitating in-depth experiences on topics such as yoga philosophy, anatomy & kinesiology, and personal growth, and instruction on methodologies for yoga and meditation instruction.
Mindfulness Student Assistant	Under the supervision of the Mindfulness Program Manager, Mindfulness Student Assistants assist with programmatic and administrative support related to mindfulness programming. Examples of duties include: monitoring and replying to inquiry emails, supporting quarterly room booking and class schedule logistics, coordinating special events, engaging in marketing and cross campus outreach.

Operations

Sports Skills

UWild Climbing

Job Title	Job Description
Route Setting Assistant	Under the supervision of the UWild Climbing Program Manager, the Route Setting Assistant is responsible for creating, maintaining, and removing the climbing routes at Crags Climbing Center and the Climbery. Examples of duties include: creating interesting and skilled routes on both roped and bouldering structures, strip routes and problems as needed, and maintain and visually inspect all route setting equipment.
Route Setting Lead	Under the supervision of the UWild Climbing Program Manager, the Route Setting Lead is responsible for creating and maintaining the climbing routes at Crags Climbing Center and the Climbery. Examples of duties include: responsibility of the Route Setting Assistant, creating interesting and skilled routes on both roped and bouldering structures, strip routes and problems as needed, and maintain and visually inspect all route setting equipment.
Climbing Instructor	Under the supervision of the UWild Program Manager, the Climbing Instructor is responsible for teaching the Climbing Program. Examples of duties include: instructing and co-instructing classes, leading UWild Adventures outdoor climbing programs, maintaining and controlling program equipment, managing risk, and responding to emergency situations.
Crags Assistant	Under the supervision of the UWild Climbing Program Manager, Crags Assistants are responsible for performing operational duties in the Crags Climbing Center. Examples of duties include: controlling access to the Center, promoting and providing customer service, use of recreation management software and cash register, maintenance of equipment, and enforcing risk management procedures. Crags Assistants play a significant role in maintaining a safe and pleasant environment for patrons.
Crags Lead	Under the supervision of the UWild Climbing Program Manager, Crags Leads are responsible for the safety and appropriate operation of the Crags Climbing Center. Examples of duties include: acting as a secondary supervisor and peer mentor to Crags Assistants, assisting with the hiring and training of Crags Assistants, and serving as a staff lead on group events. Climbing Program Assistants serve to enhance the experience for both climbing program staff and participants.

UWild Gear Garage

UWild Trips

UWild Waterfront

Job Title

Job Description

Waterfront Assistant

Under the supervision of the Waterfront Operations and Facilities Manager, UWild Waterfront Assistants are responsible for providing customer support throughout the watercraft rental process, boat storage, and Great Room reservation process. Examples of duties include: controlling access, preparing docks, monitoring Union Bay waters for boat safety, use of recreation management software and cash register. WAC Assistants play a significant role in maintaining a safe and pleasant environment for patrons.

Questions About Accessibility?

UW Recreation’s programs, operations, and facilities are intended to be inclusive and accessible. If at any time, you have a need or concern please contact us, we encourage everyone to participate in our department offerings. For accommodation requests connected to a disability or health condition contact us at (206) 543-4590 or at recinfo@uw.edu. Requests can be responded to most effectively if received as far in advance as possible, preferably at least 10 business days.

Request Disability Resources for Employees:

• hr.uw.edu/dso
• dso@uw.edu
• (206) 543-6450 (Voice)
• (206) 543-6452 (TTY)
• (206) 685-7264 (FAX)
• (253) 642-0142 (VP)

Request Disability Resources for Students:

• uwdrs.uw.edu
• uwdrs@uw.edu
• (206) 543-8924 (Voice & Relay)
• (206) 616-8379 (FAX)

Insurance

UW Recreation does not provide accident or medical coverage for participants. It is recommended that participants obtain their own personal coverage. Students may obtain additional information on student accident/sickness insurance by contacting:  Insurance & Cost | Husky Health & Well-Being (uw.edu)

Questions About Refunds?

For questions about program or membership refunds check the Registration page or contact recinfo@uw.edu.

Report Bias?

Report all incidents of bias or suspected bias using the UW’s Bias Reporting Tool.