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Student Worker - Building Staff, Fitness and Recreational Sports

University of Nevada, Reno
United Statespart_timeVerifiedPosted 4 Aug 2026
💰 $26,000/yr

About the role

The University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) appreciates your interest in employment at our growing institution. We want your application process to go smoothly and quickly. Final applications must be submitted prior to the close of the recruitment.

If you need assistance or have questions regarding the application process, please contact our recruitment helpline at (775) 784-1495 or jobs@unr.edu. For UNR Med professional job postings, please contact the Office of Professional Recruitment at (775) 784-6778. 

Job Description

The University of Nevada, Reno is recruiting for a student worker for the E. L. Wiegand Fitness and Recreational Sports Building. E. L. Wiegand building staff are responsible for enforcement of all facility policy and procedures, including but not limited to checking ID, answering front desk phone, answering membership questions, handling register.  Other duties include but are not limited to laundry of towels, distribute towels, cleaning, sanitizing and organizing equipment and fitness rooms throughout the facility. The Fitness and Recreational Sports department goal is to ensure a fun and safe environment for patrons and staff at the fitness center.

Responsibilities

  • Enforce facility policy and procedures

  • Effectively communicate with patrons, student staff and professional staff

  • Evening and weekend work as required

  • Attend all required trainings and meetings

  • Assist in special building projects as needed

  • Assess and ensure safe environment for patrons and staff

  • Cleaning, sanitizing and organizing equipment

  • On time arrival for all shifts, trainings and events

  • Support supervisors

Required Qualifications

  • Candidate must be enrolled at the University of Nevada, Reno

  • Candidate must have a minimum 2.0 GPA

  • Candidate must possess a good attitude and strong communication skills

  • Candidate must have the ability to work during the Fitness Center Hours, Monday-Sunday

  • Candidate must attend monthly In-Service Trainings

  • Candidate must be available to work 1:00pm – 4:00pm on weekdays, as well as closings and weekends

Required Certifications

  • CPR (Provided by FRS if needed)

Schedule

Expected hours to work per week: 12-20

Fitness Center Hours are as follows:

Monday – Friday: 6:00 AM – 12:00 AM

Saturday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM

Sunday: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM

Note: This position will be scheduled during the hours of 1:00pm – 4:00pm on weekdays, as well as closings and weekends.

Compensation Grade

Student Employee Level 1

$13.00/hr

Exempt

No

Full-Time Equivalent

50.0%

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