Employment

University Recreation (UREC) is a great way to get a job on the U of A campus, employing over 400 students

University Recreation + Wellness (UREC) strives to create a student employment experience that is developmental, community-oriented, and impactful.

UREC relies on nearly 300 student employees in a variety of positions to maintain facilities, programs, and services. We hire twice per year - first in September for positions starting in the spring semester, and second in February for summer and fall positions.

UREC Employment Benefits:

Transferable and Marketable Experience
Advancement within department
Flexible Scheduling
Professional Development and Support
FREE CPR Certification

Open Positions

The following positions are open NOW through September 7 (application instructions below):

Facility Assistant
UREC Crew
Lifeguard
Outdoor Attendant
Bike Mechanic
UREC Sports Official
Group Fitness Monitor

Group Fitness Instructor - email Chelsea Hoffman (cmhoffma@uark.edu) a copy of your resume and GFI certification.

Swim Lesson Instructor - email Jacob Rawlings (jsrawlin@uark.edu) a copy of your resume.

UREC Personal Trainer - email Erin Brackenridge (embracke@uark.edu) a copy of your resume and PT certification.

Graphic Designer or Photographer/Videographer - email urechr@uark.edu and we can provide hiring information.

How to Apply

Visit Workday Student and search "Find Jobs for Students".

Once on the application portal, search "UREC Hourly Positions". All positions will apply to this ONE application, there are not separate applications, you will have the opportunity to indicate your interest in specific positions in later steps in the hiring process.
Applicants must be enrolled in classes at the University of Arkansas unless otherwise specified.

Position Overviews


Administration Office Assistant	Aquatics Lifeguard Swim Lesson Instructor	UREC Sports UREC Sports Official UREC Sports Supervisor	Facility Operations Maintainance Assistant Facility Assistant UREC Crew Service Center Attendant Facility Supervisor Student Manager

Fitness Group Fitness Monitor Group Fitness Instructor - Certified & Non-Certified Personal Trainer - Certified & Non-Certified	Wellness Wellness Peer Educator Peer Wellness Coach	Marketing Photographer Graphic Designer Social Media Manager	UREC Outdoors Outdoor Attendant Outdoor Trip Leader Bike Mechanic

Please contact UREC Human Resources at urechr@uark.edu with any questions.