Fitness Center Assistant / College Laboratory Assistant 2

Working Title: Fitness Center Assistant / College Laboratory Assistant 2 Job Class: College Laboratory Assistant 2 Agency: Minnesota State

• Job ID: 97788
• Location: White Bear Lake
• Telework Eligible: No
• Full/Part Time: Part-Time
• Regular/Temporary: Seasonal - A seasonal position is an unlimited position that works from mid-August through mid-May of each academic year.
• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 10/16/2026
• Closing Date: 11/05/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Minnesota State / Century College
• Division/Unit: MnSCU Century Lakewood CC / MnSCU Century CTC Class/B
• Appointment Type: Seasonal Academic Year (Classified/Unclassified MAPE/MMA), Part-time
• Work Shift/Work Hours: 3:30pm - 8:30pm
• Days of Work: Monday - Thursday
• Travel Required: No
• Salary Range: $22.27 - $31.12 / hourly
• Job Class Option: Physical Education
• Classified Status: Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 207 - Technical/AFSCME
• Work Area: Academic Affairs - Health Sciene
• FLSA Status: Nonexempt
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes

The work you’ll do is more than just a job. At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

Position Purpose This position assists in the coordination of the operations of the Fitness Center, which serves as both a classroom for Physical Education (PE) courses and as an open facility for Century students and employees. This includes, but is not limited to;

• Oversee the operation of the Fitness Center to provide a safe, welcoming and learning-focused environment during physical education classes and open hours of the center.
• Provide a source of knowledge and materials to aid students and employees in the appropriate and safe use of the Fitness Center facilities and equipment;
• Provide support to the PE department regarding the creation of new or revised Fitness Center instructional materials;
• Reinforce individual instructors’ methods, instructional delivery and teaching objectives;
• Maintain equipment and supplies for use in the Fitness Center and provide security for said equipment;
• Provide Fitness Center orientations to Century College students and employees;
• Supervise, train, and evaluate student workers/tutors under the direction of the PE department;
• Forward recommendations regarding equipment and supply purchases to the PE department;
• Complete department projects and administrative tasks and duties as assigned.

Position Responsibilities

• Provide leadership, supervision, assistance, support, instructional materials, and resources for students using the Fitness Center.
• Provide direct support and instruction to staff, students, and all Fitness Center users (e.g. staff the Fitness Center).
• Maintain records, class materials, resources, and equipment in the Fitness Center.
• Maintain good communication with students, faculty and staff, and serve on PE/Health and college committees when needed.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or higher degree in Physical Education or related field.
• AND 1 Academic Year of teaching/tutoring experience in Physical Education at the high school level or above.
• OR An equivalent combination of education and work experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in physical education or related field and work experience.
• Capability to operate varied audio-visual equipment and computers including a working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Physical Demands: Ability to lift 50 to 90 pounds
• Knowledge of Physical Education, strength and conditioning, and Fitness Center equipment.
• Experience supervising: The ability to supervise daily operations of the Fitness Center, as well as the ability to supervise work-study students, and exercise supervision and authority of responsibilities.
• Excellent human relations skills in associating with students, faculty, administrators and visitors.
• Ability to command respect and exercise authority in dealing with students.
• Experience with organizing and maintaining accurate records, data and inventory.
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment whi…