Student Employment
Student Employment
We believe academic education is a priority and strive to develop the full potential of students as an extension of their educational experience. We believe that maintaining a safe, yet challenging environment assists our students in developing interpersonal skills and acts as a catalyst in instituting a strong sense of connectedness and wellness.
Training & certifications for these positions can be obtained through the Rec Center. Undergraduate internships & practicum experiences for college credit are also available. Reach out to Mike Arnos at arnosmp@MiamiOH.edu for more information.
Lifeguard
General Hours: Mon-Fri 6am-10pm, Sat 8am-8pm, Sun 10am-8pm
Basic Duties: Provide a safe swimming environment by enforcing rules, policies and responding to emergencies.
Requirements: Certified in American Red Cross Lifeguard/CPR/AED and First Aid
Contact: Austin Lockhart, lockhaa2@miamioh.edu
Rec Center Facility Coordinator
General Hours: Mon-Fri 6am-10pm, Sat 8am-8pm, Sun, 10am-8pm
Basic Duties: Responsibilities are to maintain the safety and well-being of all Recreation drop-in and program participants across all Recreation sites.
Requirements: Certified in American Red Cross CPR/AED and First Aid
Contact with Questions: Ron Siliko, silikorj@MiamiOh.edu
Rec Center Pro Shop / Front Desk
General Hours: Mon-Fri 6am-10pm, Sat 8am-8pm, Sun 10am-8pm
Basic Duties: Provides Customer Service to members and patrons entering the facility.
Requirements: Strong communication skills and customer service background preferred
Contact with Questions: Kristy Frasher, frashekl@MiamiOh.edu
Outdoor Pursuits, Climbing Wall Route Setter
General Hours: Fridays 8-11am 10am-1pm, Sundays 6-9pm
Basic Duties: Set top-rope routes and boulder problems for all skills levels and verify ratings and safety of climbs
Requirements: CPR certification, belay certification
Contact: Ben Lazar, lazarba@MiamiOH.edu
Outdoor Pursuits, Team Building
General Hours: Mainly weekends, some weeknights
Basic Duties: Facilitate team building programs & challenge courses
Requirements: CPR certification, comfortable in social situations
Contact: Bill Sparks, sparksw@MiamiOh.edu
Outdoor Pursuits, Climbing Wall Attendant
General Hours: weekdays 2-9pm, weekends 2-6pm
Basic Duties: supervision of climbing wall and equipment, belay testing
Requirements: CPR Certification, belay certification
Contact: Ben Lazar, lazarba@MiamiOH.edu
Outdoor Pursuits, Youth Climbing Team Coach
General Hours: Mondays, Wednesdays, or Thursdays 4-7pm
Basic Duties: Plan and supervise youth climbing practices, trips, and activities for 5-14 year olds
Requirements: CPR Certification, belay certification, background check
Contact: Bridget Woods, bridget.woods@MiamiOH.edu
Outdoor Pursuits, Assistant Trip Leader
General Hours: evenings and weekends (often overnight)
Basic Duties: coordinate logistics for outdoor trips & lead peers in outdoor activities
Requirements: Completion of the Trip Leader Training Program
Contact: Jen Siliko, jen.siliko@MiamiOH.edu
Intramural Official
General Hours: Sunday-Thursday 5-11pm, some weekends
Basic Duties: officiate games, set-up equipment, track scores
Requirements: Good oral communication skills, background in sport preferred
Sports: flag football, basketball, volleyball, softball, soccer
Contact: Ruchelle Dunwoody, dunwoor@MiamiOh.edu
Equestrian Barn Worker
General Hours: Saturday/Sunday 8am-12pm; Mon-Fri 7am-10am; 3pm-9pm
Basic Duties: stall cleaning, feeding horses, turnout/bring in, facility upkeep
Requirements: strong work ethic, ability to lift 30-50 lbs regularly
Contact: Beth Frey, neumanba@MiamiOh.edu
Youth Gymnastics Instructor
General Hours: Mon-Fri 4-8pm, some weekends
Basic Duties: teach gymnastics classes for 2-12 year olds
Requirements: CPR Certification, background check, previous experience
Contact with Questions: Geremy Bardon, bardongw@MiamiOh.edu
Personal Trainer
General Hours: varies, flexible
Basic Duties: assist individuals or small groups in developing exercise plans
Requirements: previous experience or instructor training program
Contact: Erin Jennings, Jenningsee@MiamiOh.edu
Group Fitness Instructor
General Hours: varies, flexible
Basic Duties: teach various fitness classes (cardio, strength, yoga, dance)
Requirements: previous experience or instructor training program
Contact: Erin Jennings, Jenningsee@MiamiOh.edu
Part-Time Employment (Non-Student)
The Rec Sports Center has some exciting part-time positions available! We encourage anyone looking to make recreation a lifetime career to apply at the links below.
Assistant Makos Swim Coach
The candidate should be passionately motivated and excited while working collaboratively with the MAKOS staff in building towards continuous growth and advancement of our swimmers.
Contact: John Mihevic, mihevijp@miamioh.edu
Lifeguard
Provide safe swimming environment by enforcing rules and policies and respond to aquatic emergencies.
Facility Manager
The facility manager will provide basic oversight of the Recreation Sports Center with assistance from a team of student and full-time staff.
Mike Arnos, arnosmp@miamioh.edu
Personal Trainer
Personal trainers for Miami University are hired to assess, design, and supervise exercise programs for Recreational Center patrons. Trainers must have an appropriate understanding of human physiology, anatomy, biomechanics, and kinesiology.
Erin Jennings, jenningsee@miamioh.edu