Currently accepting applications for summer and fall 2022!

The person in this position is responsible for the safety of all swimmers during recreational swim hours, classes, and special events. Enforce rules and provide customer service. Current Red Cross lifeguard training and CPR/AED certifications required.

Pay starts at $15.75/hr.

Application available online at: http://sites.bu.edu/aquatics/
Aquatics Office email: swimming@bu.edu

Currently accepting applications for summer and fall 2022!

The person in this position is responsible for instructing children and adult lessons in a safe manner. Instruct children grades K–8 in the American Red Cross Learn to Swim Program (Levels I–VI). Current American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor certification and CPR/AED certification required.

Pay starts at $18/hr.

Application available online at: http://sites.bu.edu/aquatics/
Aquatics Office email: swimming@bu.edu

We are not currently accepting applications.

Assist in the daily operations of FitRec’s Business Office. Tasks include processing daily deposits, reconciliation of financial transactions and assisting with part-time payroll. Additional duties as assigned. Previous experience with MS Excel and customer-service preferred.

Please send resume and availability to prdbusga@bu.edu.

Hourly rate based on experience.

Camp Terrier is a day camp that operates at the Fitness and Recreation Center and offers a variety of different interest areas for campers to choose from including: Arts & Recreation, Sports & Recreation, Sailing, Dance and Outdoor Adventures. The 2022 camp season will run from June 20 – August 19, Monday-Friday: 8:30am – 5:30pm.

Camp Terrier is looking for hardworking, dedicated, and energetic individuals who enjoy working with children/teens ages 5 – 15 to work as counselors. All interested candidates must be at least 18 years of age. Previous experience working with children/teens in an educational, camp, or sports setting is preferred. Applicants must hold current certifications in Adult & Child CPR/AED and First Aid. One First Aid and CPR certification class will be offered during staff training week, June 13 – 16, to ensure all staff are certified prior to the start of camp.

To apply, please email your cover letter and resume to bucamps@bu.edu.

Pay starts at $16/hr.

We are no longer accepting applications. We will begin accepting applications for fall 2022 in August.

BU’s Departments of Physical Education, Recreation & Dance is all about building a fun and welcoming community focused on wellness! As a rock climbing instructor you will teach the Intro to Rock Climbing credit class (PDP) offering(s) for the Department of Physical Education, Recreation & Dance. Duties include teaching in-person classes, attending any required training sessions, learning provided curriculum, grading and communicating with students.

Desired Qualifications

• One year of climbing instructor/coaching experience or at least two years of consistent personal climbing experience in bouldering and rope climbing
• Knowledge and experience top rope belaying using an ATC
• Knowledge and experience lead climbing and belaying

Please send resume and cover letter to fittreks@bu.edu.

We are no longer accepting applications. We will begin accepting applications for fall 2022 in August.

BU’s Departments of Physical Education, Recreation & Dance is all about building a fun and welcoming community focused on wellness! As a route setter you will set the bouldering and rope climbing routes at the Barreca Climbing Wall for the Department of Physical Education, Recreation & Dance. Additional duties include participating in forerunning, stripping and washing holds, wall and equipment maintenance, maintaining and organizing the setters’ closet, compliance with OSHA standards, and other tasks as determined by the wall manager.

Desired Qualifications

• Rope access skills and basic route setting skills
• Previous commercial route setting experience (USAC route setting certification preferred)
• At least 2 years of consistent bouldering and sport climbing experience
• Ability to forerun 5.12 and V6 preferred
• CPR and AED certified

Please send resume and cover letter to fittreks@bu.edu.

We are no longer accepting applications. We will begin accepting applications for fall 2022 in August.

BU’s Departments of Physical Education, Recreation & Dance is all about building a fun and welcoming community focused on wellness! As a climbing wall attendant you will be responsible for maintaining a safe environment at the Barreca Climbing Wall. Duties include actively supervising bouldering and top roping, administering top rope belay tests, top rope belaying climbers during open recreation hours, hold washing, gear inspections, and may also include instructing private lessons.

Desired Qualifications

• One year of climbing experience with experience in bouldering and top rope climbing
• Knowledge and experience top rope belaying using an ATC and GriGri
• Experience working in a commercial or academic climbing facility is a benefit

Please send resume and cover letter to fittreks@bu.edu.

Assist the Director of Dance, Micki Taylor-Pinney. Great experience for those interested in communications, arts, or business administration, and/or an engaging job where you can make a difference. Knowledge of the dance field and Excel required. Helpful to have experience with photography, design programs, and social media. Ability to be self-motivated, creative, attentive to detail, and capable of working in a busy office. 6 – 8 hours per week. Obtaining federal work study through the Student Employment Office is highly encouraged. To apply, please email mtaypin@bu.edu.

Pay starts at $14.50/hr.

We are looking for experienced instructors able to commit to weekly schedule for the following: Adult Aerial Silks (Beginner and Intermediate level classes), Adult Mixed Apparatus classes (a combination of Silks, Lyra, and Trapeze), as well as classes focused on the development and performance of aerial dance choreography. There may also be opportunities to teach children’s aerial classes, as well as privates, duets, or small groups.

Classes run from mid-September to late November/early December (no classes: Monday, October 10 – substitute Monday schedule on Tuesday, October 11; Thanksgiving Recess: November 23 – 25).

Please send resume, description of your training/work experience, and references to: Liz Roncka, Assistant Coordinator of Dance, at lizronck@bu.edu.

Pay rate: $45/hour. Full access to FitRec during term of employment.

Learn more about our Dance Program.

Seeking a Pilates Mat Instructor to teach Pilates-Based Conditioning on Mondays from 4:30 – 5:20pm as part of the credit Dance program. The fall semester runs from Tuesday, September 6 – Monday, December 12, 2022 (no class Monday, October 10 – substitute Monday schedule on Tuesday, October 11; Thanksgiving Recess: November 23 – 25).

Instructor should be able to commit to a weekly schedule. This position may lead to opportunities to instruct our non-credit Pilates Apparatus classes (group, private, duet, and trios).

Please send resume, description of your training/work experience, and references to: Liz Roncka, Assistant Coordinator of Dance, at lizronck@bu.edu.

Pay rate: $44/class. Full access to FitRec during term of employment.

Learn more about our Pilates program.

Assist with all aspects of putting on a show from planning to running it. Help with maintaining theater, client, and crew schedules. Move to a backstage position, or if preferred, help with front of house services. Hours will vary depending on events. Please email your resume and cover letter to Lynda Rieman (lrieman@bu.edu).

Pay starts at $15/hr.

Assist the dance theater manager with pre-production work and the management of contracts and services. 10 hours/week starting at the beginning of the semester. More hours will be available to work events in the middle of the semester. Please email your resume and cover letter to Lynda Rieman (lrieman@bu.edu).

Pay starts at $15/hr.

Currently accepting applications for summer and fall 2022!

Open to students and non-students with appropriate qualifications. Instruct CPR/First Aid classes and EMT labs. All instructors must be currently certified as MA EMT. CPR/First Aid Instructor certification preferred. If interested, please fill out online application form here.

Currently accepting applications for summer and fall 2022!

Must be BU student and current EMT in Massachusetts. Assess and treat ill or injured patrons in any of the department’s recreational or athletic facilities. Ensure safety of facilities and equipment. Attend three-hour continuing education class each month and assist department staff with operational functions. Must be certified as MA EMT. May be certified as NREMT if in process of obtaining MA EMT certification. If interested please fill out online application form here.

We are no longer accepting applications. We will begin accepting applications for fall 2022 in August.

As a fitness attendant, you are responsible for maintaining a clean and safe exercise environment, completing member counts, and providing quality customer service by assisting all members. Must have strong interpersonal communication skills. Fitness Attendants will learn the value of teamwork, communication, and professional people skills. Please fill out our hiring survey. Our office will reach out to schedule an interview as opportunities open up on our staff. If you have any questions, please email fitstaff@bu.edu.

We are no longer accepting applications. We will begin accepting applications for fall 2022 in August.

As a fitness attendant, you are responsible for maintaining a clean and safe exercise environment, completing member counts, and providing quality customer service by assisting all members. Must have strong interpersonal communication skills. Fitness Attendants will learn the value of teamwork, communication, and professional people skills. Please fill out our hiring survey. Our office will reach out to schedule an interview as opportunities open up on our staff. If you have any questions, please email fitstaff@bu.edu.

We are not currently accepting applications.

As a fitness attendant, you are responsible for maintaining a clean and safe exercise environment at the BU Fitness Center, serving the South End community near BU’s Medical Campus. You are responsible for providing customer service, overseeing participants, and monitoring rule compliance. Attendants will work closely with individual members of this close-knit community as they help them to reach their fitness goals. The position is at the Blackstone Community Center, accessible from the Charles River Campus by a roughly 25-minute BU shuttle ride. Applicants must be available to work weekdays between 1 pm and 8:30 pm and be able to commit to a minimum of eight hours per week. Saturday shifts from 10 am to 3 pm are also available. Please email resume, class schedule, and availability to fitwell@bu.edu and copy rrivas@bu.edu.

Currently accepting applications for summer and fall 2022!

Group Exercise Instructors create and deliver credit and recreational group exercise classes in a professional and friendly atmosphere that inspire and motivate and are effective and safe for class participants with varying fitness levels. BU is unique in that it provides ongoing continuing education, training, and events.

Requirements: Minimum of 1–3 years of group exercise instruction experience and demonstration of ability to teach in a group setting by passing an audition; Adult CPR & AED, AFAA, ACE, ACSM certification; and CORI check required. Current openings include general Group Exercise/Fitness Class and Specialty class formats. Please email resume and availability to groupex@bu.edu.

Currently accepting applications for summer and fall 2022!

FitRec is seeking Personal Trainers with current national certification from NSCA, ACSM, ACE, AFAA, or similar nationally accredited organizations. Current CPR/AED certification required from Red Cross or American Heart Association. It is preferred that candidates have at least one year of experience as a Personal Trainer. Pay is competitive based on experience and certification. Please email your resume and cover letter to fitness@bu.edu.

Instruct early morning, evening or weekend all-level yoga classes.  Classes may be on the Charles River Campus, Medical Campus, or taught remotely. Minimum Requirements: Yoga Alliance Registered Yoga Instructor Certification– 200 hour level (RYT-200) and successful demonstration of teaching expertise in a one-hour group audition class. Please send an introductory email and attached resume to Ramelle Adams (rfadams@bu.edu).

We are no longer accepting applications for summer or fall 2022.

The Facilities Supervisor must provide exceptional customer service and support the operational needs of the building and its members. Job includes, but is not limited to: troubleshoot and enforce entry policy, process POS transactions, building walk-throughs, room set up/breakdown and recycling. Significant interaction with FitRec members, guests and students should be expected. Must possess strong interpersonal skills, and a willingness to learn and receive constructive feedback. Please email your resume to Jack Travers (traversj@bu.edu).

Pay starts at $14.50/hr. Obtaining federal work-study through the SEO is highly encouraged.

We are no longer accepting applications for summer or fall 2022.

Pro Shop Attendants must provide exceptional customer service and support the operational needs of the building and its members. Job includes, but is not limited to: managing rental equipment, retail processing and merchandising inventory, process POS transactions, assisting with locker and towel service management, working independently and in a team. Must have strong interpersonal skills, and a willingness to learn and receive constructive feedback. Please email your resume to Jack Travers (traversj@bu.edu).

Pay starts at $14.50/hr. Obtaining federal work-study through the SEO is highly encouraged.

We are not currently accepting applications.

Assist the full-time marketing staff and the Marketing Graduate Assistant by building and maintaining our brand on our website, social media, and through other digital assets. Create, design, and produce assets (digital content, website, newsletter, fliers, posters, signs, html communications) using InDesign, Photoshop, and/or Canva. Assist with brainstorming, set-up, and management of events. Contribute to overall marketing of facility and programs. Complete marketing administrative tasks as assigned. Send an email or letter of application including a cover letter, resume, portfolio, and your availability to sarahrob@bu.edu.

Hourly rate based on experience.

We are not currently accepting applications.

The Marketing Communications Assistant will assist with all aspects of marketing communication at FitRec, including but not limited to: social media contributions, research, newsletter writing, calendar postings, broadcast emails, collateral printing and distribution, and dissemination of promotional materials around campus and in the community. The Marketing Communications Assistant will manage sponsorship fulfillment for national and local sponsors, and will also create and manage photos and video.

Excellent written and interpersonal skills required. Experience with video and photography (including editing) desirable. Must be able to work independently. Requires at least three years’ work experience with PR, advertising, or marketing. This position is typically filled by a senior or grad student. 10–20 hours per week, flexible schedule between Monday and Friday, 9 am–5 pm. Please email resume and availability to Sarah Robinson (sarahrob@bu.edu).

Hourly rate based on experience.

We are not currently accepting applications.

Do you like talking to people? Enthusiastic about health and wellness? Have lots of creative ideas about how to get the word out  about cool stuff on this campus? We would love you to join our team. Responsibilities include creating opportunities for campus outreach, as well as performing the actual outreach to promote FitRec and its programs. Public speaking will be required.

Approximately 10 hours a week. Flexible schedule. Please email resume and availability to Sarah Robinson (sarahrob@bu.edu).

Hourly rate based on experience.

Currently accepting applications for summer and fall 2022!

The Trip Leader will be responsible for designing, managing and leading outdoor trips/clinics/programs. Click here for the full job description. Please email your resume to fittreks@bu.edu.

Pay rate is $18/hr, $150 per diem.

Currently accepting applications for summer and fall 2022!

The Assistant Trip Leader will be responsible for designing, managing and leading outdoor trips/clinics/programs. Click here for the full job description. Please email your resume to fittreks@bu.edu.

Pay rate is $15/hr, $120 per diem.

We are no longer accepting applications. We will begin accepting applications for fall 2022 in August.

Employee will teach sailing, supervise recreational sailing on the Charles River, and enforce rules. Flexible hours between 11 am and 7 pm during the summer season. Full-time employment is also available. Please email your resume and availability to fittreks@bu.edu.

Hourly rate based on experience.

We are no longer accepting applications. We will begin accepting applications for fall 2022 in August.

Rent out kayaks, sailboats, and paddleboards to the public. Also assist the manager in other housekeeping tasks around the boathouse. Previous experience around boats, both motorized and self-propelled, is preferred. Start date: April 15, 2022. Flexible days (Tuesday – Sunday) and hours. Please email your resume and availability to fittreks@bu.edu.

Hourly rate based on experience.

We are currently accepting applications for summer and fall 2022!

Instruct beginning through advanced tennis classes on weekday evenings or weekends. Minimum Requirements: one year tennis teaching to adults and competitive tennis experience. Please send an introductory email and attached resume to Ramelle Adams (rfadams@bu.edu).

Salary range: $23-$25, depending on experience and skill level.

We are no longer accepting applications for the 2021-2022 academic year.

Instruct beginning and intermediate children’s tennis classes on weekends. Minimum Requirements: one year tennis teaching or coaching experience, and experience teaching children in a class or camp setting. A CORI check is also required. Please send an introductory email and attached resume to Kate Durant (durantkd@bu.edu).

Salary range: $20-$25, depending on experience and skill level.

We are no longer accepting applications for the 2021-2022 academic year.

Instruct beginning squash classes on weekday evenings or weekends. Minimum Requirements: squash teaching and competitive squash experience. Please send an introductory email and attached resume to Kate Durant (durantkd@bu.edu).

Salary range: $20-$25, depending on experience and skill level.