Athletics Support Staff
Reports To: Interim
Manager, Pembroke Operations
Mission: To create an environment that inspires a passion for student success.
Desired Results of the Position:
- Contributes to the Algonquin Students’ Association (SA) strategic vision of creating a prideful and spirited campus while upholding the professional image of the SA and respecting the impact Athletics and Recreation has on the Algonquin College community.
Nature and Scope:
- The Athletics Support Staff will assist in the delivery of well-rounded athletic and recreation activities that will create enjoyment and engagement for the Algonquin student body and community. Upholding the professional image of The Students’ Association.
Job Duties:
- Monitor the Gymnasium and Climbing Wall to ensure a safe and welcoming environment
- Change climbing holds and routes regularly
- Check the proper completion of waivers before allowing each user on the climbing wall
- Engage with students, share athletics information, and promote upcoming activities
- Collaborate with the Operations Assistant to prioritize tasks
- Set up, rearrange, and dismantle equipment as required
- Serve as an on-site contact during external rentals, answering questions, reporting concerns, and promoting a welcoming atmosphere
- Maintain a high standard of customer service and engagement throughout all related facilities
- Assist with inventory management and the exchange of athletics equipment
- Follow closing procedures in athletic facilities, including clean-up, reporting issues, and equipment malfunctions
- Uphold and promote all health and safety protocols as required by the Students’ Association and the Occupational Health and Safety Act of Ontario
- Assist in maintaining the Gymnasium and Fitness Zone facilities, ensuring it remains clean, organized, and safe
- Additional support for general facility operations may be assigned as needed.
Core Competencies:
- Highly motivated
- Excellent customer service skills and strong interpersonal skills
- Ability to work in a team environment
- Well organized
- Flexible and cooperative
- Responsible, punctual, and reliable
- Attentive to the diverse and inclusive student culture
Qualifications:
- Must be able to work a flexible work week, including some evenings and weekends.
- Ability to lift equipment up to 50lbs.
- Experience working in athletics, rock climbing, or customer service is seen as an asset.
- Must be enrolled and maintain status as an Algonquin College Student for the 2026/2027 school year.
