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IHSA Competition!
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Northwest Collegiate Club Soccer Conference
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CWU Men's Soccer Regional Tournament!
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The 5K Results are in!
Women's Suffrage Centennial 5K Run
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Intramural Leagues are Underway!
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Employment


Job Title: Intramural Sports Officials/Scorekeeper/Time Keepers
Hourly Pay Rate: $8.55 – 9.00; Dependent on Experience
Department:  University Recreation
Contact Person: Eric Scott
Phone Number: 963-3511
Location: SUB/REC Center, Room 175
Need 12+ students to work 6 -12 hours per week.
Open to all Students *Work Study Preferred

Duties & Responsibilities:
  • Officiate Intramural Sports (IM Sports) leagues and tournaments in a fair and impartial manner. Seasonal and Traditional Leagues include: flag football, volleyball, soccer, basketball, softball, and other various sports and tournaments.
  • Attend all scheduled training sessions and meetings.
  • Provide staffing at special events and provide event supervision as needed.
  • Assist with setup and tear down of events.
  • Provide schedule availability to IM Sports supervisors each quarter.
  • Willing to accept extra hours and responsibilities as needed.
Minimum Qualifications / Skills Needed:
  • Ability to calmly execute conflict resolution under pressure in critical situations.
  • Must be highly organized, dependable, and self motivated.
  • CPR/First Aid certification preferred.
  • Willing and able to work afternoons, evenings, and weekends.
  • Previous experience with officiating preferred; will receive on-the-job training.
Why do you need this position?
  • To support the ongoing growth of the Collegiate Sport Club program; a program under the department of University Recreation.
What educational benefits will the student gain from this position?
  • Will gain practical experience in communication and public relations.
  • Will gain knowledge of various sports rules and regulations.
  • Will learn conflict resolution and risk management policies and procedures.
  • Will be provided with opportunities to exhibit leadership skills.
How to apply: If interested in this specific position please e-mail your application to Eric Scott at scotter@cwu.edu or deliver your completed application to the Student Recreation Center room 175.
Length of Employment: Fall, Winter, Spring

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Job Title: Collegiate Sport Clubs Supervisor
Hourly Pay Rate: $9.00
Department:  University Recreation
Contact Person: Corey Sinclair
Phone Number: 963-3514
Location: SUB/REC Center, Room 175
Need 2 students to work 15-19 hours per week. *Work Study Preferred

Duties & Responsibilities:
  • Have knowledge of and effectively communicate program policies and procedures.
  • Ensure all participants have completed a waiver prior to participation.
  • Ensure all participants have submitted insurance information.
  • Track expenses for each club (collect receipts for all transactions and log them).
  • Ensure the club officers are performing their duties.
  • Maintain records for inventory management.
  • Ensure accident and incident reports are completed and turned into the Sport Club Office.
  • Assist in the coordination of student travel.
  • Regularly meet with the club officers to discuss issues, concerns and status of club requirements.
  • Assist clubs in coordinating events like tournaments, competitions, fundraiser's and recruitment.
  • Help ensure club members act and represent the university in a positive and professional manner.
  • Communicate any concerns or questions to the coordinator.
  • Occasional set up and take down for club events.
  • Occasional weekend supervision of events.
  • Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications / Skills Needed:
  • Must be certified in CPR and First Aid (training can be provided).
  • Must be highly organized and attentive to detail.
  • Be a self-starter and constantly look to improve service to students and staff.
  • Willing and able to work afternoons, some evenings and weekends as required.
  • Must like to work with people.
Why do you need this position?
  • To support the ongoing growth of the Collegiate Sport Club program; a program under the department of University Recreation.
What educational benefits will the student gain from this position?
  • Will be provided with opportunities to exhibit leadership skills.
  • Will gain experience with sports management, specifically in the areas of risk management, event planning, financial management, arranging travel and administration.
  • Develop organizational skills, communication skills, and leadership skills.
How to apply: If interested in this specific position please deliver a copy of your resume with a cover letter to the Recreation Center, room 175.
Length of Employment: 2009-2010 Academic Year: Fall, Winter, Spring
Job Title: Outdoor Pursuits Trip Leaders
Hourly Pay Rate: $8.55 + Dependent upon Experience
Department:  University Recreation
Contact Person: Ryan Hopkins
Phone Number: 963-3511
Location: SUB/REC Center, Room 175
Need 4-6 students to work 10-15 hours per week. *Prefer Work-Study *Open to all Students

Outdoor Pursuits Trip Leaders:
Outdoor Pursuits & Rental Shop Trip Leaders will develop and lead outdoor adventure trips, with an emphasis on guiding rafting trips throughout the summer quarter.

Duties & Responsibilities:
  • Assist in the preparations, implementation, and debriefing of outdoor adventure trips throughout the year.
  • Attend mandatory safety and guide trainings
  • Assist in participant trainings prior to departure of adventure trips.
  • Assist campus community in development of new outdoor programs.
  • Advise customers on locations for recreation-camping, snowshoeing, river floating, etc.
  • Assist in rental shop operations and maintenance of outdoor equipment
  • Other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications / Skills Needed:
  • Ability to communicate well.
  • Able to work efficiently under pressure and time constraints.
  • Ability to work effectively in both individual and group settings.
  • Prior Experience leading groups in the outdoors.
  • Current Basic First Aid and CPR Certifications.  Advanced First Aid or Wilderness First Responder preferred.
Why do you need this position?
  • Provides advanced customer service and access to outdoor programs to the campus community.
What educational benefits will the student gain from this position?
  • Students will gain experience in program development, risk management, and outdoor leadership skills. 
  • Students will also gain a clear understanding of Outdoor Recreation in Central Washington.
How to apply: If interested in this specific position please e-mail your application to Eric Scott at scotter@cwu.edu or deliver your completed application to the Student Recreation Center room 175.
Length of Employment: Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer

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Job Title: Challenge Course Facilitator
Hourly Pay Rate:  $8.55 + Dependent upon Experience
Department: University Recreation
Contact Person:  Ryan Hopkins
Phone Number: 963-3537
Location: SUB/REC Center
Need up to 14 to work 10-15 hours a week during Summer Quarter. *Prefer Work-Study

Challenge Course Facilitator:
The Challenge Course Facilitator will prepare programs for groups using the Challenge Course.  The Challenge Course Facilitator will prepare and maintain all Challenge Course equipment, as well as the Challenge Course storage facility.

Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Plan and implement Challenge Course programs for small or large groups.
  • Perform site assessments before programs to help ensure safety.
  • Monitor Challenge Course participants for safety and positive group dynamics.
  • Process group experiences after the completion of Challenge Course events.
  • Attend staff meetings and trainings.

Minimum Qualifications / Skills Needed:

  • Ability to communicate and work well with others.
  • Able to adapt plans to accommodate needs of group.
  • Experience with Challenge Course facilitation.

Why do you need this position?

  • Provides campus community with individuals capable of operating and maintain the Challenge Course.
What educational benefits will the employee gain from this position?
  • Students will gain experience in leadership, group dynamics, customer service, and conflict resolution. 
  • Students will also receive training in a variety of different Challenge Course activities.
How to apply: If interested, please drop off a completed application at the Outdoor Pursuits and Rentals office.  If you have questions, e-mail or call Outdoor Pursuits and Rentals, ATTN Isaac Herriges at outdoorpursuits@cwu.edu.
Length of Employment: Spring, Summer, Fall

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