Job Description

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Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants

AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Penn State Harrisburg, Recreation & Aquatics is seeking customer service-oriented students to work as front desk fitness attendants for the Academic Year 2026-2027 This is a part-time/hourly opening, for three locations, that manages access to the Capital Union Building (CUB) and the Fitness Center. Various work shifts are available including coverage for special events scheduled beyond the CUB’s standard operating hours.

Job Duties

Exhibiting knowledge of and enforcing CUB policy and procedures for the safety of all patrons.
Checking proper identification via the CUB’s access software system.
Appropriately greeting patrons and visitors.
Disseminating accurate information on campus and facility activities.
Processing financial transactions for guest fees and Aquatic memberships and products.
Maintaining the cleanliness of the cardio and weight lifting areas.
Organizing & inventorying equipment and dusting apparatuses.
Conducting building checks to identify and report any maintenance issues.
Attending all scheduled departmental orientations and meetings.

Other Responsibilities Include

Opening and closing the building.
Answering phone calls.
Issuing equipment.
Reporting of damaged equipment.
Collecting lost and found items.
Contacting appropriate personnel to troubleshoot patron and facility matters.

Requirements and Qualifications

The ability to multi-task in a fast-paced, multi-generational environment.
An aptitude for excellent interpersonal and computer skills.
The ability to lift and stack up to 25lbs of weight with or without accommodation.
To be considered for an opening, please submit a web application, cover letter, and resume.

Applications will be accepted on an on-going basis and remain active through April 2027 Vacancies will be filled as needed. You will be contacted if an appropriate opening arises

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

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Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here

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