Recreation and Well-Being

Join our lifeguard team! We are currently hiring certified and non-certified lifeguards. Lifeguards are responsible for ensuring the safety of patrons by preventing and responding to emergencies in and around the pool.

All applicants must apply on VCU Handshake prior to tryouts and be an American Red Cross certified Lifeguard. Search for job #6736102. Certified lifeguards should apply via the same application and send a copy of their certification to Mat Scott. 

Once the application is submitted, applicants MUST attend Lifeguard tryouts to be considered for employment.

Non-certified lifeguards are eligible to apply to be a lifeguard with RecWell. Employment offers are contingent upon successfully completing an American Red Cross Lifeguarding Course prior to beginning work.

Water Safety Instructors are responsible for planning, coordinating, and teaching American Red Cross learn-to-swim, water safety courses, and private/semi-private swim lessons.

Water Safety Instructors must have the following to be considered for this position: 

• Current American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor certification. 
• CPR/AED certification; and previous teaching experience.
• Creative teaching style for children and adults

Apply at VCU Handshake using Job #6744504.

Please contact Mat Scott, Aquatics & Safety Coordinator, at scottm14@vcu.edu if you have any questions.

CPR Instructors are responsible for planning and conducting American Red Cross First Aid, CPR/AED, and Basic Life Support classes. Applicants must hold at least one of the following American Red Cross certificates: 

• First Aid, CPR, & AED Instructor
• CPR & AED for Professional Rescuers Instructor
• Basic Life Support Instructor
• Lifeguarding Instructor

Apply at VCU Handshake using Job #6473544.

Please contact Mat Scott, Aquatics & Safety Coordinator, at scottm14@vcu.edu if you have any questions.

Facility Operations Attendants are expected to provide quality customer service and ensure the safety of members, the facility and equipment, at all VCU Recreation and Well-Being Facilities. In this role, staff work at the Cary Street Gym, Cary Street Field, Thalhimer Tennis Center, and MCV Campus Recreation Center within the areas of member check-in, equipment check-out, fitness center, or a combination of the areas.

Fitness Maintenance Workers are responsible for assisting with daily checklist maintenance of fitness equipment in the fitness activity areas. They assist with regular inspection of all weight equipment, maintain computerized workshop inventory, operate power equipment, power tools, hand tools, and automated systems. Fitness Maintenance Workers must be able to safely work with and around hazardous chemicals.

Requirements: Ability to work at least 8 hours a week and must possess a general knowledge of mechanical and electrical equipment, including basic tools.

Membership Services Assistants provide outstanding customer service to our potential and current members. Primary duties include enrolling and renewing RecWell memberships, registering locker and towel rentals, and assisting members in program registrations. They are also responsible for tabling at community and VCU-related events to promote Rec Sports memberships, programs, and facility offerings.

     Requirements: 

• Professional demeanor, a positive attitude, attention to detail, and excellent customer service skills 
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently 
• Strong computer knowledge (Microsoft applications and Google Drive) 
• Retail, sales, or customer service related experience preferred
• Flexible, able to work in a dynamic environment and adapt to supervisory directives as necessary

Group Exercise Instructors are responsible for creating a positive atmosphere and teaching safe and effective classes in accordance with industry standards. Classes are taught using a pre-arranged format of exercises designed to enhance overall fitness. The Group Exercise Instructor will also serve as a resource to educate members on various aspects of fitness.

Requirements:

• Must be currently certified by a nationally recognized fitness organization or possess a specialty certification:
  • Nationally recognized fitness organizations include ACE, ACSM, NSCA, NASM
  • Specialty certifications may include but are not limited to TRX, Yoga Alliance, Peak Pilates, Zumba, etc.
• You must have a sound knowledge of fitness and the ability to design class plans for a variety of groups.
• You must be available to work at Cary Street Gym and MCV Campus Recreation Center, weekends, mandatory staff meetings, and special events.
• You must be a current VCU student.

Personal Trainers are responsible for the design and management of clients' exercise programs. They are passionate, dedicated, and determined to learn and grow along with their clients. It is their duty to motivate their clients to reach their goals and educate them during their fitness journey. Trainers at VCU RecWell train one-on-one and partner clients as well as instruct Small Group Training Classes. They conduct Fitness Assessments to measure muscular strength, muscular endurance, flexibility, cardiorespiratory fitness as well as vital health markers. Trainers provide their time and expertise to emphasize proper form, recovery, and training methods. Trainers are expected to give each client their best and cater to their specific needs. If you are self-motivated, compassionate, and eager to learn, this may be the best job for you.

Requirements:

• Must be currently certified by one of the following nationally recognized fitness organizations: ACE, ACSM, NSCA, or NASM.
• You must have a sound knowledge of fitness and the ability to design fitness training programs for a variety of individuals and groups.
• You must be available to work at Cary Street Gym and MCV Campus Recreation Center, weekends, mandatory staff meetings, and special events
• Must be a current VCU student.

Anyone wanting to apply to become a RecWell Peer Health Educator must first successfully pass the TEDU 494 Concepts in Peer Health Education course offered each Spring Semester.  This course is a 3-credit course. Registration for the course is currently open. 

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Outdoor Adventure Program Attendants are responsible for check-in and checkout of climbing wall gear, OAP rental equipment, registration of participants for Outdoor Adventure Program activities, belaying of participants, instruction of Belay Clinics, and Climbing Clinics, willingness to enforce gym rules and regulation, and other duties as assigned. Basic wall cleaning and maintenance work is involved.

Requirements: Ability to lift at least 50 lbs, basic climbing and belaying skills, or the ability to learn these, willingness to work nights and weekends, and an open and welcoming attitude toward all potential users.

Intramural Sports Officials are responsible for officiating intramural sports including but not limited to: flag football, soccer, and basketball.

Requirements: Previous officiating/playing experience not necessary, but is helpful. Training is provided. 

Sport Clubs Supervisors are responsible for supervising evening and weekend Sport Club practices, games, and tournaments. They work with officers, players, coaches, Recreational Sports staff, and visiting teams to promote a positive environment for all Sport Clubs related activities.

This position encompasses a wide variety of program management, risk management, policy, procedures and training development, program administration, and program assessment and evaluation.