Position Details
Position Information
Position Title Federal Work Study Fitness Attendant 1 & 2 Student Position Only Classification Title Federal Work-Study Hourly rate, Stipend, or Load Unit $15.55/hour Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Open Until Filled Notes Open For 2026-2027 Academic Year Position Type/Employee Class Student Position Instructor Status Not applicable Overtime Eligible Non-Exempt FLSA Status Campus Location Bend Primary Purpose
The Fitness Attendant provides daily operational oversight of the Mazama Gymnasium and Fitness Center to ensure a safe, clean, secure, and welcoming environment for students, staff, and community members. This position supports facility safety, customer service, policy enforcement, cleaning and sanitation, equipment operations, and emergency response in accordance with Central Oregon Community College policies and procedures.
Fitness Attendants serve as visible representatives of COCC and are responsible for maintaining professional standards, supporting positive patron experiences, and acting decisively to protect the safety of facility users and staff.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Fitness Attendants are responsible for the following essential duties, which apply across all levels (1-4), with increased independence, leadership, and mentoring expected at higher levels:
- Proactively assess and mitigate safety, behavioral, and equipment risks through continuous observation, intervention, and documentation.
- Independently interpret and enforce facility policies, de‑escalate conflicts, address non‑compliance, and make real‑time decisions to protect patron safety and facility operations.
- Identify unsafe conditions, damaged equipment, or facility hazards and take appropriate corrective action.
- Act as initial responder to medical, behavioral, and facility incidents; assess severity, initiate emergency protocols, coordinate with Campus Public Safety, and complete required documentation.
- Serve as the primary front‑line representative of the department, shaping patron experience, addressing complaints, and upholding institutional standards in a public-facing environment.
- Verify facility access credentials, including identification and Mazama stickers, as needed.
- Complete opening, closing, and shift‑based operational tasks using established checklists to maintain safety, cleanliness, and functionality.
- Maintain health, sanitation, and infection‑prevention standards through routine inspection, documentation, and corrective action aligned with institutional and public health guidelines.
- Manage towel and laundry operations, including collection, laundering, folding, and restocking.
- Support operational continuity by onboarding, mentoring, and monitoring newer staff, reinforcing standards and ensuring consistent service delivery across shifts.
- Check out and receive locker locks and sports equipment, maintaining accurate records and reporting equipment issues.
- Communicate clearly with supervisors and staff, complete required documentation, assist with training newer staff as appropriate, and perform related duties that support Mazama Fitness operations.
- Perform other related duties as assigned that support the safe and effective operation of the Mazama building.
Department Specific Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
All incumbents are expected to follow COCC policies & procedures and specific department guidelines.
- Ability to communicate clearly, calmly, and professionally with individuals of varying ages, backgrounds, and fitness experience.
- Ability to enforce policies consistently while maintaining positive customer service.
- Ability to respond appropriately to injuries, emergencies, and stressful situations.
- Knowledge of facility operations, equipment usage, and general fitness practices.
- Ability to follow detailed procedures and safety protocols.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Demonstrates a positive, responsible, and service‑oriented demeanor.
Ergonomic Requirements
Working hours are typically Monday through Thursday 6:00am to 10:00pm and Friday through Sunday 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Work schedule may be assigned to other shift configurations based on business need of the facility. Position may be assigned to any shift, or day of week.
Requires the ability to safely operate fitness equipment, walk, reach, bend, climb or pull self upward, kneel, stoop, crawl at a moderate pace for short distances (equivalent to one mile in ten minutes or faster), crouch, and perform similar functions while patrolling campus and campus facilities. Position involves extended standing and walking, and some lifting weighing 10-50 pounds as well as the potential for rescue assistance of persons who may become injured. A computer is used less than 25 percent of the time. All individuals are required to be able to perform the essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
Persons in this position may be exposed to blood or other potentially infectious materials.
Minimum Requirements
Minimum Qualifications (All Levels)
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Experience in fitness training, recreation, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- CPR certification, or the ability to obtain CPR certification within 30 days of employment (American Red Cross, National Safety Council, or American Heart Association accepted).
Fitness Attendant Levels
Fitness Attendant 2:
- Minimum of two academic terms as Fitness Attendant 1 Increased experience corresponds with increased responsibility, independence, and leadership expectations.
Equivalency Statement
The College recognizes the value of skills and knowledge gained outside of formal higher education and paid employment. Applicants who do not meet minimum qualifications but present other qualifications or experience equivalent to those required will be considered and are encouraged to apply. To qualify under equivalency, applicants must indicate how they qualify under equivalency by responding to the supplemental question presented during the application process.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience:
- Previous experience working in a higher education environment.
- Previous experience working in a gym or fitness center.
- Previous experience working in a customer service setting.
EEO Statement
The goal of Central Oregon Community College is to provide an atmosphere that encourages our faculty, staff and students to realize their full potential. In support of this goal, it is the policy of Central Oregon Community College that there will be no discrimination or harassment on the basis of age, disability, sex, marital status, national origin, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, citizenship status, veteran or military status, pregnancy or any other classes protected under federal and state statutes in any education program, activities or employment. Persons with questions about this statement should contact Human Resources at 541.383.7216 or the Vice President for Student Affairs at 541.383.7211.
This policy covers nondiscrimination in both employment and access to educational opportunities. When brought to the attention of the appropriate parties, any such actions will be promptly and equitably responded to according to the process outlined in general procedures sections N-1, N-2, or N-3.
In support of COCC's EEO statement, bilingual fluency in English and Spanish is considered a plus, along with experience working in a diverse multicultural setting.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- What is your highest level of education?
No High School Diploma or GED
High School Diploma or GED
Professional Certification or License (not a degree)
Associates Degree
Bachelors Degree in Progress
Bachelors Degree
Masters Degree In Progress
Masters Degree
Ph.D. in Progress
Ph.D.
J.D.
M.D.
Other Doctorate Level Degree
- We recognize the value of skills, knowledge, and experience gained outside of formal education and paid employment. Applicants who do not meet minimum education and/or experience requirements but possess other qualifications or experience they feel are equivalent are encouraged to apply. Check the applicable box(es) below and explain in the next question why your education/experience should be considered equivalent. All applications are reviewed by a member of our Human Resources team. You will not be automatically eliminated by our recruitment software based on the box or boxes you check, as we are committed to a fair and thorough evaluation process.
I meet all minimum requirements (education and experience) listed for this position.
I do not meet the minimum education degree requirement(s).
My degree is not in the required stated area(s).
I have less than the minimum years' experience in the area(s) required.
- As a follow up to the previous question, explain how your education/experience should be considered equivalent to the minimum requirements. If you feel you meet all the stated minimum requirements, please put N/A. All applications are reviewed by a member of our Human Resources team. You will not be automatically eliminated by our recruitment software based on your response, as we are committed to a fair and thorough evaluation process.
(Open Ended Question)
- In support of COCC's commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, bilingual fluency in English and another language is considered a plus: Please list any languages other than English in which you are fluent (read and write)
(Open Ended Question)
- COCC employees must work and reside in the state of Oregon at the time their work is being performed. Are you, or will you be residing in the state of Oregon by the start date of this position?
Yes
No
- Are you a U.S. military veteran? COCC provides qualifying veterans and disabled veterans with preference in employment. To receive veterans' preference in this recruitment process, you must upload your DD214 and 215 (215 if applicable) or certification that you expect to be honorably discharged from the military within 120 days of certifying veteran status as supporting documentation. You will have the opportunity to upload the document(s) in the next step of this application process.
Yes, I am a veteran
No, I am not a veteran
If you have identified yourself as a qualified veteran or disabled veteran by submitting your DD214 and DD215 (if applicable) form(s) as proof of veteran status, please describe any transferable skills earned during your military service that you feel relate to the requirements/preferences of this position.
(Open Ended Question)
- The College CANNOT provide support or sponsorship of any type for visa applications and related paperwork for employment purposes. To be considered, applicants must already be authorized to begin work in the United States, be able to arrive in the country, and maintain work eligibility without the College's sponsorship or support. Are you currently, or will you be, authorized to begin work in the United States, able to arrive, and able to maintain work eligibility without the College's sponsorship or support by the position's start date?
Yes, I am already or will be authorized to begin work in the United States, able to arrive, and able to maintain work eligibility without the College's sponsorship or support by the position's start date.
No.
- Background checks are required for all employees of COCC. Should an offer of employment be made to you and accepted by you, you will receive an email from COCC / HireRight Screening requesting your consent and basic information to complete the check. The offer of employment will be conditional upon satisfactory completion of the criminal background check. Confirmed findings on a criminal background check will not automatically disqualify you from being hired into a position. Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, considering the job responsibilities and other risk factors. Additional information regarding COCC's criminal history check policy can be found online in the General Procedures Manual, Section HR-2-1. Please indicate here if you will provide consent to the criminal history check when requested by the College
Yes, I will provide my consent when requested
No, I will not provide my consent when requested
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Optional Documents
- College Transcript 1 (unofficial)
- College Transcript 2 (unofficial)
- US Military DD 214
- License or Certification