Penn State University·Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
The student worker will assist with Center for Fitness and Wellness functions, including scheduling appointments and conducting fitness assessments. They will also support on-campus events, data collection, and various administrative duties.
CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday. CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday. If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click “Apply” and complete the application process for external applicants. Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants. JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS The Center for Fitness and Wellness (CFW) at Penn State Harrisburg, which is part of the School of Behavioral Sciences and Education, invites applications for part-time student workers to assist with CFW functions. Students work in the CFW office, located in the Capital Union Building. Pay rate is $15/hr. Job Duties Scheduling appointments and interacting with those who use the CFW services. Conducting fitness assessments and developing exercise programs. Assisting with on-campus events. Assisting with projects related to healthier living. Assisting with data collection and organization. Administrative duties as assigned. Requirements and Qualifications Penn State Harrisburg Student. Experience with fitness and exercise. Preference will be given to students whose major is in a health-related field. Current CPR certification is preferred. Vacancies will be filled as needed. To be considered, please submit an application, resume, and cover letter explaining your interest in the opening and your experience with exercise and wellness. BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here. EEO IS THE LAW Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473. Penn State is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging. We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belonging that supports equity initiatives, leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the university’s teaching, research, and service mission. Federal Contractors Labor Law Poster PA State Labor Law Poster Penn State Policies Copyright Information Hotlines
Applicants must be current Penn State Harrisburg students with experience in fitness and exercise. Preference is given to students in health-related fields and those holding a current CPR certification.
Market context
In Pennsylvania, part-time campus fitness and wellness roles often draw applicants with exercise experience, health-related coursework, and current CPR certification. For this Penn State Harrisburg position, current student status and hands-on fitness knowledge may make candidates more competitive; confirm your CPR credentials and emphasize relevant work or coursework when applying. The requirements and benefits shown here are AI-summarized from the original job description, saving research time.