Employment Opportunities at UBC Recreation

Make an impact on the newest competitive program in UBC Recreation – UBC Thunderbirds Sport Clubs. Supporting over 275 student athletes in 11 sports, the Assistant Coordinator will work collaboratively within a team overseen by the Sport Clubs Coordinator. Sport Clubs are student-led groups that aim to represent the university in non-varsity sports such as Alpine Skiing, Lacrosse, Sailing, Tennis, Ultimate and much more!

What you can gain in this role: 

• Strong sport administration skills by working on a variety of tasks and projects within the department
• Experience within a program area that operates like a start up organization – everyone wears many hats!
• Confidence to effectively work within a team and independently
• Dynamic work environment and a fun community to be part of
• Mentorship and personal leadership development

Interested? View the job description and apply at UBC Careers Online before August 15, 2018.

Interested in gaining experience with promotions and marketing? At the heart of it, the Recreation Promotional Team is here to animate spaces and engage people. We believe in the idea that there is something for everyone within UBC Recreation and we connect them with the right experience. These two paid part-time positions are being filled ongoing on a first-come best-suitable-applicant basis. We’re looking for people who can start in August and September 2018. Hours are anticipated to be regularly 5-10 hours per week, with September and January shifts being 10-15 hours per week.

Promotional Team Member Positions (5-7 available)

• Educate and promote UBC Recreation Programs to students, staff/faculty, and community members
• Approach and engage people in conversation
• Manage the set up and take down logistics of displays and promotional materials at activations both on and off campus
• Report statistics around promotional events
• Preferred start date in August, however will have a second hiring round in September on a rolling basis until positions are filled.

Promotional Team Lead Position (1 available)

• Same responsibilities as a Team Member with the addition of administrative duties which include the following details.
  • Liaise between the Promotional Team Members and Marketing Coordinators when appropriate
  • Assist with scheduling of Promotional Team Staff for events and rotational shifts.
  • Brainstorm, organize, and execute ideas to make promo booths exciting, fun, and engaging.
  • Assist with preparing materials required for activations prior to each shift throughout the year.
  • Manage equipment and inventory levels in collaboration with the Marketing Coordinator.

Why should you work for UBC Athletics and Recreation?

• Help impact the way recreation is delivered on campus
• Gain real-world, practical workplace skills and experience in a fun, fast paced environment
• Build your network and gain valuable work experience
• Deliver exception recreation experiences to the UBC community
• Hours that will fit around your student schedule
• Make new friends and join a vibrant community

Please review the job postings (links below) and follow the application instructions in the documents.

Promotional Team Member Job Description – due soon!

Promotional Team Lead Job Description – due soon!

Have you ever wanted to work for UBC Recreation and plan exciting UBC events like Storm the Wall, Day of the Longboat and the UBC Triathlon? UBC Recreation Intramurals is currently hiring for a paid events internship. This is an excellent position for new graduated students with event management experience and an interest in sports/recreation.

• July 1 2018 – April 30 2019
• Full Time – Salary $3000 Monthly
• Job Summary: Under the direction of the UBC Recreation Intramural Events Coordinator, the Events Intern is responsible for maintaining the day-to-day operations of the UBC Intramural events programs. The events portfolio operates primarily from September to May, including frequent evening and weekends. Working along the Intramural Program professional staff team, the incumbent will be responsible for assisting with the development, delivery, monitoring and evaluation of at least 3 tournaments and events.

If you or someone you know would are interested, we are accepting applications starting immediately. Applications will close on June 18 2018.

We are currently hiring for Spring/Summer and Fall/Winter 2018.  There are a variety of paid part-time positions available for students starting in May. If you are a UBC student who is looking for a flexible work environment, you can apply to work at one of the many locations we have on campus including the Doug Mitchell Thunderbird Sports Centre, UBC Tennis Centre, War Memorial Gymnasium, and many more.

Why should you work for UBC Athletics and Recreation?

• Help impact the way recreation is delivered on campus
• Gain real-world, practical workplace skills and experience in a fun, fast paced environment
• Build your network and gain valuable work experience
• Deliver exception recreation experiences to the UBC community
• Flexible hours that will fit around your student schedule
• Make new friends and join a vibrant community
• Work on campus

Applications are open from Feb 9th -28th on Careers Online!

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There are a variety of part-time positions available for students throughout the semester!

Why Work for UBC Recreation?

• Flexible hours designed to fit around your student schedule
• Join a community of other fun and like-minded students
• Convenience of working on-campus (no commute!)
• Work in a university environment

What Positions are Available?

• Promotions Team (5-10hrs per week)
• Personal Trainers/Boot Camp Instructors (flexible hours)
• League Officials (2-10hrs per week)
• Lifeguards at the UBC Aquatic Centre (2-30 hrs per week)

Applications are availalbe on Careers Online

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