Part-Time Outreach Program Assistant, Recreational Sports

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Department

RECREATIONAL SPORTS (BL-RECS-IUBLA)

Department Information

The Office of Student Life is focused on building a strong foundation to ensure every students Indiana University experience is positive, safe, healthy, and meaningful. The Office of Student Life staff and multiple departments aim to help students navigate their time at IU, providing the tools they need to be successful in school and after graduation. Students are our priority, and their health, safety, and overall well-being are our core mission.

Recreational Sports is part of the Office of Student Life, which is dedicated to supporting students¿ health, safety, and success throughout their IU experience. The Recreational Sports mission is to connect, inform, and inspire individuals to lead active, healthy lifestyles. Serving over 36,000 students, faculty, staff, and community members annually, we offer a wide variety of programs across 2 multipurpose facilities, indoor and outdoor pools, tennis courts, adventure spaces, and more. Our team includes 46 professional staff and over 800 student employees.

At Recreational Sports, we believe in creating exceptional experiences through genuine connection and welcoming opportunities. Student employees play a vital role in shaping our programs and are encouraged to grow through leadership and collaboration. Whether youre looking to build professional skills or simply be part of a dynamic team, Recreational Sports offers a fun, supportive environment where you can thrive.

Job Summary

The Outreach Program Assistant supports the coordination of outreach initiatives and collaborates with the Outreach team and Office of Student Life Marketing to promote programs and connect students to recreational opportunities across campus. This role offers a great opportunity to stay active, develop leadership and communication skills, and become part of a supportive campus community. Youll also gain valuable experience in customer service, conflict resolution, time management, and teamwork skills that are transferable to any future career.

Department-Specific Responsibilities

• Assists in training and supporting Outreach hourly staff.
• Coordinates schedules and shift logistics for Outreach staff.
• Supports outreach events, tabling, and promotional activities.
• Represents Recreational Sports at campus events and programs.
• Collaborates on social media content creation and digital engagement.
• Participates in team meetings and contributes to planning efforts.

Qualifications

EDUCATION

Required

• General knowledge at the high school level

Preferred

• Some college

WORK EXPERIENCE

Required

• Experience working in a collaborative environment with strong communication demands

Preferred

• Previous experience with Recreational Sports or outreach/event programming

SKILLS

Required

• Strong communication and public speaking skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Organization and time management skills
• Creativity and experience with social media
• Attention to detail and customer service focus

Working Conditions / Demands

These positions require standing for long periods of time and frequently moving about the workspace. Positions require working both indoors and outdoors and ability to move up to 50 pounds with assistance. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.

Additional Information

The Office of Student Life is committed to building students build career readiness and workforce skills. Student employment offers practical experience to apply learning, build real-world skills, and develop competencies valued by employers. Each role supports National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) Career Competencies, with emphasis on those most relevant to the position: https://www.naceweb.org/career-readiness/competencies

• Career and Self-Development
• Communication
• Critical Thinking
• Leadership
• Professionalism
• Teamwork
• Technology

These are transferable workforce skills you can add to your resume and use in any career path.

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Work Location

Bloomington, Indiana.

This is an in-person position.

Onsite work will take place at the following campus recreation facilities:

• Student Recreational Sports Center (SRSC)
• Bill Garrett Fieldhouse
• Northwest Recreation Park

Additional facilities on and off campus as necessary based on activity

Advertised Salary

$18.55 per hour

This position is work-study eligible

Work Hours

Average of 15 hours per week including event-based scheduling and occasional evenings/weekends.

Benefits Overview

For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:

• Comprehensive medical and dental insurance
• Health savings account with generous IU contributions
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• Basic group life insurance paid by IU
• Voluntary supplemental life, long-term disability, critical illness, and supplemental accidental death & dismemberment insurance
• Base retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject to vesting
• Voluntary supplemental retirement plan options
• Tuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IU courses
• 10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each year
• Generous paid time off plans
• Paid leave for new parents and IU-sponsored volunteer events
• Employee assistance program (EAP)

Learn more about our benefits by reviewing the IU Benefit Programs Brochure.

Job Classification

Career Level: Part Time Employee

FLSA: Nonexempt

Job Function: Part Time Employee

Job Family: Part Time Employee

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Posting Disclaimer

This posting is scheduled to close at 11:59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University, but will remain open for a minimum of 5 business days. To guarantee full consideration, please submit your application within 5 business days of the Posted Date.

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