Campus Recreation

Student Employment

Want to work for Campus Rec?

There are many opportunities for students to obtain employment within the Department of Campus Recreation. Hiring of new employees remains constant, as positions become available due to changing class schedules and graduations. Find descriptions of each job below. Click here to view current job openings within Campus Recreation.

How to Apply:

  1. Click here to apply!
  2. Login using your Pitt credentials.
  3. Filter by typing in the keyword recreation or by department using campus recreation to see all of our available positions.
  4. Submit your application for the role that interest you by selecting apply. Have your resume handy, as some positions require one!

For questions and general information about student employment with Campus Recreation contact Jennifer O’Neil, program assistant, jao39@pitt.edu.

Lifeguard walking near a pool
Aquatics

Make a splash with campus rec aquatics! Whether you're guarding lives, leading swim lessons, or managing pool operations, you'll gain real-world experience in leadership, safety, and teamwork. Start as a Lifeguard, keeping swimmers safe and facilities clean. Move up to Aquatic Manager or Student Supervisor, where you'll lead teams, plan events, and help train new staff. Prefer teaching? Become a Swim Instructor and guide students through beginner to advanced swim techniques and aquatic fitness. All roles require current Lifeguard and CPR/First Aid/AED certifications, and instructors need additional swim instruction credentials.

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Esports

Are you into gaming, tech or just like being a part of a dynamic team? Level up with the esports team! As an Esports Attendant, you’ll help run the Esports facility—answering questions, managing equipment, keeping the space clean, and making sure everything runs smoothly. Want to take on more responsibility? Advance to Esports Manager or Supervisor, where you’ll lead teams, manage schedules, support events, and help train new staff.

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Events

Enjoy making events come to life on campus, come join the events team! Become an Event Attendant with Pitt Campus Recreation! You’ll help set up and support events across facilities like the Sports Dome, Trees Hall, and the Campus Recreation & Wellness Center—making sure everything runs smoothly and safely. From managing access and equipment to supporting club sports and student orgs, you’ll play a key role in creating great experiences for the Pitt community. 

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Facilities

If you enjoy behind the scenes work that has a major frontline impact, join the facilities team! As a Facility Attendant, you’ll help maintain fitness spaces, manage equipment, and ensure a clean, organized environment across multiple campus rec locations. Looking to lead? Advance to Facility Manager or Student Supervisor, where you’ll train staff, manage schedules, oversee maintenance systems, and support special events setup and tear down.

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Group Fitness

Ready to inspire wellness within others, join the fitness and wellness team! As a Group Fitness Instructor, you’ll lead energizing classes, motivate participants, and create inclusive workout experiences across formats like yoga, cycling, Zumba, and more. Ready to take on a leadership role? Become a Fitness & Wellness Student Manager, where you’ll oversee instructors, help with hiring and training, coordinate wellness programs, and support campus-wide health initiatives. These roles require a current fitness certification or those in the process of working towards obtaining one!

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Intramural Sports

Turn your love and passion for sports into a campus rec job! As an Intramural Official, you’ll be at the heart of the action—officiating games, keeping score, setting up events, and making sure play is safe and fair. Ready to lead? Step up as an Intramural Supervisor, where you’ll manage staff, resolve conflicts, and help run the entire intramural program.

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Member Services

Come be a part of the many friendly faces at campus rec by joining the member services team! Become a Member Services Attendant where you’ll greet patrons, answer questions, manage equipment checkouts, and help keep the front desk running smoothly—all while creating a welcoming and inviting environment. Want to take on more responsibility? Step up as a Member Services Manager or Student Supervisor, where you’ll lead facility tours, teams, manage schedules, train staff, and troubleshoot systems like Fusion software. 

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Operations

Want to help keep campus recreation running smoothly? Come join the operations crew! As an Operations Attendant, you’ll help monitor facilities, enforce policies, maintain fitness spaces, and respond to emergencies—playing a key role in keeping our rec centers safe and welcoming.Want to lead? Step up as an Operations Manager or Student Supervisor, where you’ll oversee staff, manage schedules, support events, and help train new team members

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Outdoor Adventure Pursuits

Your next adventure could start here with our OAP team! Whether you're working in the Bike Cave, at the Climbing Wall, leading outdoor programs, or managing gear rentals, you'll help create unforgettable experiences for fellow students. Start as an Attendant or Instructor, assisting with daily operations, teaching skills, and maintaining equipment. Grow into leadership roles like Manager or Student Supervisor, where you’ll train staff, coordinate events, and ensure safety and smooth operations across OAP facilities.

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New Hire Information

Recently been offered a job to work at Pitt Campus Recreation? Here is some key information:

  • I9 Documents required for all newly hired staff to complete the hiring process.
  • Onboarding training will take place within your unit area prior to your first official shift.
  • First Aid/CPR Certification course will be required within 30 days of hire. Don’t worry, we offer in-house trainings!
  • Homework is not allowed during any of our positions shift times, so make sure your plan out your schedule accordingly!
  • Come ready to learn, grow and challenge yourself!