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Student Employment

Want to get more involved at NIC? The Student Wellness and Recreation Department offers part-time job opportunities for NIC students.  Below are some options for employment as they become available. 

  • Front desk attendant
  • Facility student supervisor
  • Rec Sports supervisor
  • Climbing Wall attendant

Visit the Student Wellness and Recreation Center to ask the front desk for a job application or download the PDF version. Please turn in your class schedule with your application.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Handle membership and guest member management.
  • Register members for various programs.
  • Actively enforce rules and policies of the SWRC.
  • Operate cash register and perform cash and credit card transactions.
  • Provide members with information about Campus Recreation programs.
  • Regulate access of the facility through ID verification.
  • Provide tours of the SWRC to new and interested patrons.
  • Assign lockers and troubleshoot any issues that may arise concerning locker rooms.
  • Provide a friendly and welcoming atmosphere for students, staff, faculty and guests who enter the SWRC.

Required Qualifications:

The requirements listed below are representative of the minimum knowledge, skill, and/or ability required of an individual.

  • Currently enrolled North Idaho College student.
  • Possess CPR/AED and First Aid certification or willing to obtain certifications within 30 days of employment.
  • Meet and maintain Employee Academic Policy grade requirements.
  • Have basic computer skills.
  • Good communication skills.
  • Demonstrate leadership abilities

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Assume responsibility for supervising staff and ensure that department operations function smoothly in the absence of the professional staff.
  • Update and maintain records and inventory, as well as ordering supplies as needed.
  • Inspect the entire facility periodically throughout the day, and report any maintenance problems as needed.
  • Recognize and respond to all incidents and emergencies and provide proper emergency care when necessary.
  • Work consistently in a self-directed manner and without direct supervision.
  • Maintains a positive, helpful, constructive attitude and work relationship with supervisors, college staff, students, and the community.
  • Represent the SWRC in a professional manner at all times by providing a friendly, welcoming, and inclusive environment.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

The requirements listed below are representative of the minimum knowledge, skill, and/or ability required of an individual.

  • Currently enrolled North Idaho College student.
  • Possess CPR/AED and First Aid certification.
  • Meet and maintain Student Leadership Academic Policy grade requirements.
  • Exceptional customer service and leadership skills.
  • Ability to give and follow written and oral instructions and communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing in English.
  • Ability to add, subtract, divide and multiply simple numbers.
  • Proficient use of personal computers and peripheral devices including printers and scanners, as well as the ability to use computer programs effectively and efficiently for scheduling, research, communication and more.
  • Willingness and ability to work evening and weekend hours.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Inspect all equipment and the facility before each event. Complete the Facility Check-list each day and return forms to Recreational Sports Coordinator.
  • Assure that all score sheets are prepared, distributed, and updated for each event.
  • Ensure that each participant is eligible prior to the season and completed their liability waiver.
  • Maintain control of all aspects of the game, including participant and spectator conduct. Resolve conflicts as needed.
  • Note any unsportsmanlike conduct, and report to Recreational Sports Coordinator.
  • Properly complete Accident Report Forms as needed.
  • Ensure a safe environment for all staff and participants.
  • Facilitate Team-Representative Meetings to ensure each team is aware of the rules and schedule for the league. 
  • Update all Recreational Sports social media sites.
  • Assign officials and scorekeepers for each game and officiate when needed.
  • Attend and contribute to weekly Supervisor Meetings. 
  • Represent the Recreational Sports program in a professional manner at all times.
  • Provide a friendly, welcoming and inclusive environment.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

  • Currently enrolled North Idaho College student.
  • Possess CPR/AED and First Aid certification or willing to obtain certifications within 30 days of employment.
  • Meet and maintain Student Leadership Academic Policy grade requirements.
  • Willingness and ability to work evening hours.
  • Practices good sportsmanship, acts responsibly and has a positive attitude.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Monitor climbing participants to ensure safety procedures are being followed.
  • Assist with climbing wall operation, such as inspecting equipment and performing general maintenance.
  • Demonstrate a thorough understanding of belay and spotting techniques o Instructing basic rock climbing and belaying techniques to patrons
  • Assisting with Front Desk team as needed
  • Apply correct climbing wall access to those who pass the designated tests
  • Understand and enforce all Climbing Wall policies
  • Work consistently in a self-directed manner and without direct supervision.
  • Represent the SWRC in a professional manner at all times by providing a friendly, welcoming, and inclusive environment.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

The requirements listed below are representative of the minimum knowledge, skill, and/or ability required of an individual.

  • Currently enrolled North Idaho College student.
  • Possess CPR/AED and First Aid certification or willing to obtain certifications within 30 days of employment.
  • Meet and maintain Student Leadership Academic Policy grade requirements.
  • Exceptional customer service and leadership skills.
  • Ability to give and follow written and oral instructions and communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing in English.
  • Ability to add, subtract, divide and multiply simple numbers.
  • Proficient use of personal computers and peripheral devices including printers and scanners, as well as the ability to use computer programs effectively and efficiently for scheduling, research, communication and more.
  • Willingness and ability to work evening and weekend hours.

Visit the SWRC and ask the Front Desk Staff for a Work Application. Please turn in your class schedule with your application.

Contact the SWRC Front Desk at (208) 769-5939 OR email at swrc@nic.edu