Student Assistant Employee Job Description Under the direct supervision of the Assistant Director, Fitness & Wellness, the Student Operations Assistant - Fitness is responsible for assisting with general administrative duties and day-to-day operations such as inventory control, purchasing, and contracts for the Fitness Department and its personnel. Job Duties: Interprets and implements University Student Union (USU) and Student Recreation Center (SRC) policies and procedures Develops and/or supports partnerships and professional working relationships with USU staff, student volunteers, university departments, faculty and clubs and organizations Performs a variety of general office tasks including typing, filing, answering phones, photocopying, faxing, etc. Assists with execution of annual department events, trainings, meetings as needed Updates and maintains the department's Intranet page Creates, maintains and archives office files and other documents Updates staff training manuals and resources Purchases supplies and equipment as needed Maintains inventory of fitness equipment, uniforms, and incentive items and respective reports Assists in preparing annual budget proposal documents and other support materials Monitors and updates sales and participation statistics Sending and receiving internal/external mail Must attend required SRC and USU employee orientation and trainings as well as department specific trainings and meetings Performs other related duties as assigned Qualifications: Education: Must be a currently enrolled CSUN student Experience and Certifications: Previous related experience and/or specialized education required American Red Cross or department approved First Aid, CPR, and AED certification shall be obtained within 30 days. Training is periodically offered free of charge by the USU. Applicants unable to attend USU-sponsored training are required to obtain certification at their own expense Valid California Driver's License and automobile insurance is preferred Other Requirements: This position is a sensitive position as designated by the CSU. Following an offer of employment, the appointment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check and may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. No applicant will be denied employment solely on the grounds of a criminal offense. The nature of the offense, the date of the offense, the surrounding circumstances and the relevance of the offense to the position(s) applied for will be considered. The person holding this position is considered a "mandated reporter" under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Excellent customer service skills required Strong verbal communication skills required, including ability to share relevant information, ask questions, listen well and respond appropriately Strong written communication skills required, including composition, grammar, spelling and punctuation Ability to use modern office equipment including but not limited to computer, telephone, copier, and fax Basic computer program and hardware knowledge and a willingness to learn about new programs and hardware Must be well-organized and detail-oriented Ability to work under time restraints and meet deadlines Ability to adhere to work rules, follow directions, use time effectively and work productively without close supervision Ability to accept and respond appropriately to constructive feedback Ability to identify problems and/or concerns relative to position of employment, and recommend viable solutions Ability to work independently and as a member of a well-functioning team Ability to prioritize tasks and handle multiple tasks simultaneously Ability to analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action Ability to remain calm and composed during stressful situations Ability to interpret and implement current USU/SRC policies and procedures Knowledge of effective personnel management practices Ability to establish and maintain cooperative relationships with co-workers and customers Ability to work in a culturally diverse, ethnically pluralistic environment In conjunction with this position, the Student Operations Assistant Fitness will have the opportunity to learn, develop, and acquire the following transferable skills: Attention to Detail: Thoroughness in accomplishing a task through monitoring and checking work efficiently. Clerical: Relating to work in an office, especially routine documentation and administrative tasks such as filing, data entry, appointment scheduling, etc. Tech-savvy: The knowledge to operate modern devices and softwares effectively in the workplace. Time Management: The process of managing one's time effectively and productively to complete multiple assigned tasks. Communication: The ability to effectively give and receive information. Supervision is provided by the Acting Assistant Director, Fitness Typical Working Conditions: Work is primarily performed in a temperature-controlled office environment. Work is occasionally performed outdoors, in different climactic conditions. Daily contact with members of the campus community, including students, faculty, staff, administrators and guests, is required. In addition to regularly assigned work schedule, must possess an ability and willingness to work weekends, evenings, holidays, finals weeks, and during academic interim and break periods; must be flexible, adaptable, and readily able to adjust to changes in work environment. Application Procedure: Apply online at Applications from CSUN students including first time, transfer, international, work study, LGBTQIA+, and Veterans are welcome and encouraged. Applicants for this position who submit a cover letter and resume in addition to the application will receive priority consideration. The University Student Union at California State University, Northridge is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, gender, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, and disability. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for applicants with disabilities who self-disclose by contacting Human Resources.