Freshman Learners Acquiring Skills in Higher Education
FLASH 2015
WHAT IS THE FLASH PROGRAM?
FLASH: Freshman Learners Acquiring
Skills (in) Higher Ed.
On-campus employment and development
opportunities for first-year students
Provides resources and support to
freshmen who may be seeking their first
paid job
Opportunity to become future leaders of
Campus Rec
HOW DOES IT WORK?
This year we will be hiring 15-20 FLASH
staff members
Member Services Staff
The Bike Hub Staff
Fitness Center Staff
Lifeguards
Outdoor Program Equipment Center Staff
WHO CAN APPLY?
Current Portland State University degreeseeking students with freshman class
standing (defined as having fewer than 30
completed college credits)
Maintain minimum enrollment of 6
undergraduate credits for three out of four
terms in the year
Minimum 2.0 grade point average and
maintain good academic standing during
employment
Positive attitude
Commitment to the program and learning
WHERE YOU WOULD WORK:
What is Campus Rec?
We are looking for team players to make Campus
Rec a place people want to be. Our goal is to help
create fun, healthy, diverse communities at
Portland State. Our Campus Rec team puts on
programs open to everybody on campus –it is a
great chance to interact with students, faculty, and
staff.
What is The Bike Hub?
We are an on-campus bicycle repair shop designed
specifically for the PSU Community. Our #1 goal is
to inspire more PSU students and employees to
commute by bike more often.
OUR GOALS:
We recognize, understand, and encourage
celebration of the human differences that
surround us.
We ask you to participate in fostering this
spirit.
Any expressions of bigotry, hatred,
prejudice or disrespect are inconsistent
with the ideals of preserving human
dignity and contradict the values of
healthful living and fair play promoted by
Portland State University.
To create an environment where quality
recreation and wellness programs inspire,
educate, and empower individuals to be
positive contributors to the Portland State
and global community.
CAMPUS REC VALUES
• We enhance engagement within the University and City by building
healthy and supportive communities.
• We promote the link between recreation and sustainability.
• We seek and support diversity in our programs and participants while
promoting a climate of mutual respect.
• We provide programs that are accessible to our community.
• We minimize the risk associated with operating successful programs.
• We provide significant learning opportunities through participation
and employment.
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POSITIONS
MEMBER SERVICES STAFF
Member Services Staff greet and check-in patrons, as
well as help with administrative duties. Member
Services Staff also utilize facility management software
to accomplish the following: customer service and
education, point of sale, access control, equipment
checkout, and other responsibilities.
BIKE HUB STAFF
The Bike Hub Staff play an essential role in encouraging
the PSU community to ride their bikes to work, while at
the same time learning to teach others to manage and
repair their bicycles. There are three levels of staff, all
first-time employees start at level one. In this position,
you serve as a front desk attendant, teach basic bicycle
repairs, and co-lead some workshops.
MARKETING AND OUTREACH
The Outreach Specialist position works as part of
the marketing and outreach team, develops
leadership, public speaking, and organizational
skills, while sharing information about Campus Rec
with the PSU Community.
Outreach Specialists gain insight about what it
takes to market large-scale events in an urban
university setting.
FITNESS CENTER STAFF
Fitness Center Staff are responsible for the
day-to-day operations of the Fitness Center
and ensuring a safe environment for all
members and guests.
LIFEGUARDS
Lifeguards are responsible for the dayto-day operations of the Aquatics area
and ensuring a safe environment for all
patrons and guests.
This includes being alert and ready to
respond in case of an emergency,
maintaining equipment, enforcing
guidelines, providing customer service,
and keeping areas clean and well
organized.
Need to have American Red Cross
Lifeguard Training and CPR/AED for the
Lifeguard
OUTDOOR PROGRAM EQUIPMENT
CENTER ATTENDANT
Equipment Center Attendants reserve
and check out equipment to renters and
provide outstanding customer service to
Rec Center members and guests.
In the EQC you keep accurate paper
work on each transaction, provide the
user with general information on the
equipment, and sometimes carry out
special projects, such as building,
painting, and repairs.
ACCOUNTING ASSISTANT
Accounting Assistants play an important
role in providing accounting support to
the office staff. While working in the
Campus Recreation office, you will be
able to see how the student fee revenue
fund is administered and will provide you
with a unique insight regarding the
business functions of a municipality.
While accounting experience is not
required, this position does require a
high attention to detail.
Various tasks include generating
financial reports, assisting with
inventory, travel coordination and
foundation accounts. As well as making
telephone contact with vendors to
discuss purchase orders and payment
status.
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APPLICATION PROCESS
APPLICATION PROCESS:
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Complete the Campus Rec application document (found online)
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For position applying for, write, “FLASH.”
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Write a one page cover letter that includes the ranking of the positions listed below based on your interest
and explain the position(s) that you find most desirable & the one(s) you find least desirable and why.
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Answer the following essay question: Explain why you are interested in the FLASH Program, what specific
skills would you like to acquire, and what do you hope to contribute? (200 words or less)
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Email application, cover letter, and essay question to crecjobs@pdx.edu with the subject line: FLASH, (your
last name)
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You will receive a confirmation email that we have received your application within one week of receipt.
IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED FOR EMPLOYMENT:
•You must be able to attend every mandatory FLASH training listed on the FLASH website in order to be considered for
hire. No exceptions will be made.
•Some of the positions require CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer and First certifications. Free classes will be offered
for those hired.
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November 21st, 2015
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December 14th, 2015
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January 8th, 2016
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January 22nd, 2016
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February 5th, 2016
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February 19th, 2016
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March 3rd, 2016
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March 18th, 2016
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April 1st, 2016
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April 15th, 2016
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April 29th, 2016
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May 13th, 2016
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May 27th, 2016
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June 10th, 2016
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QUESTIONS?