Please note: The jobs listed below are geared to current students at the University of Chicago. Staff positions at the university can be found at http://humanresources.uchicago.edu/jobs/.
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Assistant Masters Swimming Coach
Description
The Assistant Coach will be responsible for on-deck coaching for a select number of workouts per week, writing workouts and light record keeping, and administrative duties as assigned by Head Masters Coach. Applicant must be able to clearly articulate stroke technique, training technique, and do it in an effective manner for a wide range of ability levels. Applicant must be comfortable with working with a wide range of ages, from undergraduates to older faculty, staff, and alumni.
Qualifications
Applicant must have an extensive swimming background. This background must be in competitive swimming. Previous coaching experience is a plus. Working with adult swimmers is also a plus.
Hours & Compensation
Varies, 6 to 10 per week
$14 per hour
Contact
Nicole Kaupp, Assistant Men's & Women's Swimming Coach/Assistant Director of Aquatics
ucmasters@uchicago.edu
Lifeguard
Description
Work study students encouraged to apply. Responsible for general patron safety and surveillance of pool; rules enforcement; minor maintenance; cleaning duties; and paperwork.
Qualifications
Must hold current certification in American Red Cross Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/AED or the equivalent.
Hours & Compensation
Flexible, 3 to 20 per week
Pay starting at $14 per hour
Contact
Jason Weber, Head Men's & Women's Swimming Coach/Director of Aquatics
jrweber@uchicago.edu
773-702-4657
Swimming Lessons Instructor
Duties
The Swimming Instructor will be responsible for teaching basic swimming technique to children and adults of various ability levels at swim school. Applicant must be comfortable with working with children with a wide range of ages, from 3 to 15, as well as adults.
Qualifications
Applicant must have previous swimming lessons/coaching experience with children and/or adults. An American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor Certification is a plus but not a requirement. (CPR/AED/First Aid)
Hours & Compensation
$14 per hour
Contact
Nicole Kaupp, Assistant Men's & Women's Swimming Coach/Assistant Director of Aquatics
ucswimschool@uchicago.edu
Fitness Center Attendant
Requisition Number
42044
Description
Work study students encouraged to apply. The primary role of the Fitness Center Attendant is to maintain the organization of the various fitness centers. Specific responsibilities include re-racking weights, medicine balls, kettle bells, etc., changing out hand towels used by patrons to wipe off equipment, fill disinfectant bottles used by patrons to clean off equipment., clean auxiliary equipment (ie. floor mats, bosu balls, medicine balls, dumbbells, etc.), etc. A specific checklist is provided for each shift worked and the Fitness Center Attendant is expected to complete the tasks on the checklist during that shift. The Fitness Center Attendant is asked to point out broken equipment, safety issues, and patrons who are not adhering to the fitness center policies to the Manager on Duty so that the manager can address these issues specifically.
Qualifications
Interested candidates must be able to pay attention to details when cleaning, have the ability to lift 50 pounds.
Hours
Evenings, variable
Contact
Brian Dodge, Assistant Director - Facilities
bdodge@uchicago.edu
773-702-3407
Visitor Control Attendant
Requisition Number
42043
Description
Work study students preferred. The visitor control attendant (VCA) plays an integral part in the provision of services for the Department of Athletics & Recreation. The primary role of the VCA is to assist in the management of the University of Chicago's athletic and recreational facilities. Duties include monitoring the entrance to the Henry Crown Field House and the Ratner Athletics Center; selling athletic memberships and gym supplies; checking out gym equipment, towels, and lockers; handling reservations of athletic equipment and facilities; and laundering towels.
Qualifications
Interested candidates must exhibit excellent customer service skills, good computer skills, have the ability to troubleshoot problems diplomatically, and be responsible when handling money.
Hours
Flexible
Contact
Bob Petrowski, Assistant Director - Facilities
bpetrowski@uchicago.edu
773-702-3846
Assistant Athletic Facilities Manager
Description
The Department of Athletics & Recreation is looking for individuals who have completed their undergraduate degree to serve as part-time Assistant Athletic Facility Managers. We are currently hiring people who can substitute for managers during early morning, evening and weekend shifts. Opportunities for regular shifts during these time frames may become available. This position is responsible for general oversight of the recreational facilities during their shift in terms of enforcing policies and procedures, oversight of part-time staff, addressing membership issues, and responding to emergency situations.
Pay
$16 per hour
Contact
Bob Petrowski, Assistant Director - Facilities
bpetrowski@uchicago.edu
773-702-3846
Membership Services Assistant
Description
Work study students preferred. The Membership Services Assistant (MSA) plays an integral part in the provision of services for the Department of Athletics & Recreation. The MSA works with the Assistant Director - Facilities to complete a variety of administrative tasks. Marketing duties include distributing brochures, posting flyers, and assisting with member communications. Other duties include managing inventories, restocking merchandise, filing paperwork, data entry, etc.
Qualifications
Interested candidates must be detail oriented, skilled with computers, and able to complete tasks independently with direction.
Hours
Flexible
Pay
$14 per hour
Contact
Bob Petrowski, Assistant Director - Facilities
bpetrowski@uchicago.edu
773-702-3846
Event Staff
Requisition Number
42040
Description
Work study students encouraged to apply. Duties include serving as line judges at volleyball matches, handling the chains and down markers at football games, shagging balls at volleyball, soccer, and football games, and handling security at football and basketball games.
Qualifications
Some familiarity with the above sports is preferred, and experience with the above duties is a plus.
Hours
Varied depending on home athletic events schedule. Students do not need to be available for every game.
Contact
Rich McNeil, Assistant Director for Intercollegiate Operations
mcneilr@uchicago.edu
773-834-2654
Video Operator
Requisition Number
42047
Description
Work study students encouraged to apply. Responsible for videotaping home soccer and basketball games.
Qualifications
Some familiarity with the above sports is preferred, and experience with the above duties is a plus.
Hours
Varied depending on home athletic events schedule. Students do not need to be available for every game.
Contact
Bryan Joel, Assistant Men's Basketball Coach
bjoel@uchicago.edu
773-702-4644
Intramural Sports Supervisor
Requisition Number
42042
Description
Intramural Supervisors are responsible for the direct supervision, operation and management of the Intramural Sports program and its onsite personnel. Supervisors are responsible for such things as game set-up (and tear-down); emphasizing safety amongst participants; enforcing rules and policies and ensuring fair play.
The following sports have positions available throughout the academic year:
Fall Quarter: Volleyball, Flag Football, Kickball, Dodgeball
Winter Quarter: Broomball, Basketball, Indoor Soccer
Spring Quarter: 12" Softball, Outdoor Soccer, Floor Hockey, Innertube Water Polo
Qualifications
Good communication and problem solving skills. Supervisors must be assertive and possess a knowledge and understanding of sports rules (and be able to enforce these rules). Supervisors must also have the ability to mentor and train officials. Work study students are encouraged to apply.
Hours
Varies based on sport
Monday - Thursday; Sunday
Pay Range
$13-15 per hour
Contact
Matthew Fox, Director of Intramurals and Recreational Sports
foxm@uchicago.edu
773-702-9557
Intramural Sports Office Worker
Requisition Number
42048
Description
Office Workers assist with the programs and services offered via the Intramural Sports Office. These duties include the communication of program procedures, sport rules, registration policies, team schedules/standings, and tournament results; daily sports preparation for onsite supervisors; typing and filing of intramural and sport club documents; and assistance with equipment inventory.
Qualifications
Strong verbal and written communication skills; computer experience in Word and Excel; general accounting and cashier work; ability to work independently. Work study students are encouraged to apply.
Hours
Weekdays, 9 AM to 6 PM
Pay Range
$13 per hour
Contact
Matthew Fox, Director of Intramurals and Recreational Sports
foxm@uchicago.edu
773-702-9557
Intramural Sports Official
Requisition Number
42041
Description
Officials are responsible for the enforcement of rules governing major team sports such as volleyball, flag football, basketball, and indoor/outdoor soccer. Official shirts and whistles are provided.
Qualifications
A knowledge of sport rules (and the ability to enforce these rules); verbal communications skills; a willingness to take initiative and maintain the integrity of the sporting experienced provided via the Intramural Sports program. Work study students are encouraged to apply.
Hours
Varies based on sport
Pay Range
(Varies) $13 per hour
Contact
Matthew Fox, Director of Intramurals and Recreational Sports
foxm@uchicago.edu
773-702-9557
Sports Information Game-Day Operations
Description
Game-day operation duties include scorekeeping or scoreboard operation, public address announcing, statistics compilation, and distribution of post-game results to print and broadcast media.
Qualifications
Strong interest in sports and a willingness to handle a wide variety of duties.
Pay Range
Various, depending on responsibilities, $13 per hour
Contact
Nathan Lindquist, Sports Information Director
nlindquist@uchicago.edu
773-702-4638
Sports Information Videographer/Video Producer
Description
Game-day videographers are responsible for shooting live footage of varsity sports events throughout the year. The video producer works in concert with the videographer to execute and broadcast the live feed onto official UChicago Athletics video channels/platforms. The video producer monitors the feed, inserts graphics and cuts in-game highlights.
Qualifications
Strong interest in sports. Knowledge of video production and video editing preferred.
Pay Range
Various, depending on responsibilities, $13-15 per hour
Contact
Nathan Lindquist, Sports Information Director
nlindquist@uchicago.edu
773-702-4638
Sports Information Office Assistant
Requisition Number
42049
Description
Sports information office assistants provide support in a variety of functions, including word processing, weekly game notes, game-day programs and historical research.
Qualifications
Strong interest in sports and a willingness to handle a wide variety of duties.
Pay Range
$13 per hour
Contact
Nathan Lindquist, Sports Information Director
nlindquist@uchicago.edu
773-702-4638
Student First Responder
Requisition Number
42045
Description
Work study students encouraged to apply. Students assist the certified athletic trainers in the preparation and coverage of all varsity team practices and competitions.
Qualifications
Previous CPR/FA certification preferred, but the certified athletic trainers can re-certify.
Hours
Work a minimum of 15 hours a week. Must be available from 2:30 PM to 6:30 PM, two afternoons a week, as well as available on weekends.
Contact
Mary Wisniewski, Head Athletic Trainer
mwisniew@uchicago.edu
773-753-4708