Employment
Work with us!
RecSports hires enthusiastic, customer-service-oriented individuals to assist us in providing exceptional programs, facilities, and experiences for the Notre Dame community.
All RecSports applicants must be employment-eligible AND have all necessary documents on campus (photocopies are not permitted) to complete the Human Resources I-9 process. We also encourage all applicants to review the Student Employment New Student Employment Guide.
If you have questions about working with RecSports, would like an update on the status of your application, or would like to discuss accessibility accommodations as a RecSports student employee, please reach out to Kayla Oloffson (koloffso@nd.edu).
RecSports Entry-Level Jobs
| Job Title | Certification Required? | Description | Reports To | Potential Work Locations | $/hour |
| Lifeguard | Yes, a current LG certification (Red Cross, Ellis, StarGuard) is required for employment. Not currently certified, but want to learn how to become certified? Email Bri Baranowski (bbaranow@nd.edu). |
Lifeguards are expected to demonstrate high competency in the skills, critical thinking, and knowledge necessary to prevent, prepare for, and respond to aquatic emergencies. In addition to maintaining the skills and fitness necessary to perform job duties, responsibilities include enforcing policies, responding to all emergencies, and keeping users safe at Rockne Memorial, St. Joseph Beach, and Rolfs Aquatic Center. |
Facilities and Aquatics Operations |
Rockne Memorial Building, St. Joseph Beach, and/or Rolfs Aquatic Center |
$17.00 |
| Personal Trainer | Yes, a current PT certification (e.g., AFAA, ACE) is required for employment. Not currently certified, but want to learn how to become certified? Email Kyle Dawson (kdawson6@nd.edu). | Personal Trainers are expected to deliver safe, effective, and personalized fitness programming while fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment for all clients. In addition to designing and leading individualized training sessions, trainers are responsible for maintaining accurate documentation, enforcing policies, and ensuring a clean, professional workout space. This position requires strong communication skills, professionalism, and a commitment to creating positive client experiences. | Fitness and Instructional Programs | Smith Center and/or Rockne Memorial Building | $20.00 |
| Fitness Instructor | Yes, a current Fitness Instructor certification (AFAA, ACE, etc.) is required for employment. Not currently certified, but want to learn how to become certified? Email Kaitlyn Kyger (kkyger@nd.edu). | Fitness Instructors are expected to lead safe, inclusive, and engaging fitness classes while fostering a positive, welcoming environment for all participants. Instructors are responsible for delivering well-structured classes, managing participant check-in and class access, maintaining a clean and organized teaching space, and enforcing all policies related to facility use and participant eligibility. This position requires strong communication skills, professionalism, and a commitment to fostering a culture of wellness and belonging. | Fitness and Instructional Programs | Smith Center and/or Rockne Memorial Building | $17.00 |
| Recreation Attendant | No. | Recreation Attendants are expected to serve in an active and intentional role in the day-to-day operations of RecSports facilities and programs. This position provides front-line customer service and facility support across multiple program areas. Recreation Attendants are responsible for maintaining safe, clean, and welcoming environments, responding to emergencies, and supporting the smooth operation of the front desk and fitness areas. Please note that homework on shift in this role is not permitted. | Facilities | Rockne Memorial, Smith Center, and/or North Dome | $16.00 |
| Climbing Wall Attendant | No. | The Climbing & Bouldering Wall Attendant is expected to be professional, safety-conscious, and resourceful while supervising the Climbing Wall, Bouldering Wall, and educating participants on their use. They are responsible for managing the safety of the climbing wall area, responding to emergencies, assisting participants with climbing equipment, belaying climbers, and maintaining climbing routes on both the vertical and bouldering walls. Please note that homework on shift in this role is not permitted. | Facilities and Climbing Programs | Smith Center Climbing & Bouldering Wall | $16.00 |
| Official | No. |
The Sport Programs Official is expected to uphold sports rules, enforce policy, and maintain integrity while refereeing intramural sports. Officials should be prepared to follow and assist in Emergency Action Plan procedures when needed. They must be alert to player conditions, injuries, and inappropriate behavior, and respond as necessary while working. Sport Programs Officials must also ensure a safe and fair sporting environment for participants. |
Sport Programs |
Various locations across campus |
$16.00 |
| Sport Supervisor | No. |
The Sport Programs Supervisor is responsible for the general supervision of intramural sports programming, staff, and club sport practices/home events. They are responsible for ensuring that court and/or field surfaces are safe for play, and for setting up and breaking down the surfaces appropriately during each shift. Sport Programs Supervisors facilitate participant and team check-in and ensure score sheets and all other appropriate forms are completed after each contest. The Sport Programs Supervisor is prepared for emergency and incident response -- please note that homework on shift in this role is not permitted. |
Sport Programs |
Various locations across campus |
$16.00 |
| Marketing Assistant (Photographer and Graphic Designer/Content Creator) | No. |
The Marketing Assistant plays a pivotal role in promoting a diverse range of recreational activities and events to students, faculty, and staff. In this role, you will collaborate closely with other members of the marketing team and RecSports professionals to implement innovative marketing strategies to increase engagement, participation, and awareness of our programs. This role is ideal for individuals passionate about marketing and creativity, and eager to contribute to the vibrant campus community. |
Marketing & Communications |
Various locations across campus |
$16 |
How to Apply
Fall 2026 Employment
Applications are open; however, open roles are limited.
If you have any questions, please contact Kayla Oloffson (koloffso@nd.edu), the Coordinator for Student Engagement and Outreach.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How old do I have to be to work with RecSports?
- Do I need to be CPR certified to work with RecSports?
- Can I do homework on shift?
- When is the best time to apply?
- What would you consider an entry-level job?
- What does a RecSports employee do at work?
- How old do I have to be to work with RecSports?
All applicants must be at least sixteen (16) years of age or older to work at the University of Notre Dame.
- Do I need to be CPR certified to work with RecSports?
- RecSports will cover the cost of a CPR certification if you are not already certified at the time of hire. However, if you are applying to be a Personal Trainer, Group Fitness Instructor, or Lifeguard, you MUST be certified in your specialty by a nationally accredited association before applying.
- Can I do homework on shift?
Here at RecSports, we work with integrity and prioritize safety over all else. Keeping those two core values in mind, all RecSports employees are responsible for the safety of participants and each other; we have a shared responsibility to take care of our programs, spaces, and participants. To make sure everyone stays safe, visitors have a great experience in our facilities, and everybody has fun participating in our programs - homework is not permitted on shift.
- When is the best time to apply?
Always be thinking ahead! If you want to start with us in the fall, you should think about applying over the summer. However, RecSports typically starts reviewing applications during the following timeframes:
- Summer application review starts around Spring Break
- Fall semester application review starts around the beginning of the summer
- Spring semester application review starts after fall break
Our applications are always rolling, and we review them as positions open within our respective teams. If you have specific questions about any of our available jobs, we encourage you to reach out to the supervisor for that position.
- What would you consider an entry-level job?
We have lots of entry-level positions within RecSports that do not require prior experience or valid certifications. We train you on the job, and give you all the tools you need to succeed in your new role!
- Sport Programs Officials
- Facility Operations Recreation Attendants
- Climbing and Bouldering Wall Attendants
Positions that require prior experience and/or current certifications include:
- Lifeguards
- Group Fitness Instructors
- Personal Trainers
- Sport Programs Supervisors
- What does a RecSports employee do at work?
It depends on the job! Some of our most common roles are described below:
- Sport Programs Officials are trained through Officials Clinics to officiate one of the many intramural sports that we offer! You learn how to make the calls to keep people safe while also having fun! Being an official doesn't require previous experience, but you do have to attend the scheduled Officials Clinics to work.
- Facility Operations Recreation Attendants work in all of our facilities (i.e., the Rockne Memorial, the North Dome, Smith Center) and they get trained to do lots of things! These folks are responsible for keeping people safe by enforcing policy, responding to emergencies, cleaning equipment, checking IDs, and much more.
- Climbing and Bouldering Wall Attendants function very similarly to the Recreation Attendants, except they work exclusively at the Climbing and Bouldering Wall. Additionally, these staff members get trained to belay participants, give orientations to the space, and educate climbers.