Rutgers University
Scuba Assistant
Rutgers University, New Brunswick, New Jersey, us, 08933
Position Details
Position Information Recruitment/Posting Title Scuba Assistant
Posting Number 24TM0489
Department SEBS-Dept Marine & Coastal Science
Overview New Brunswick, New Jersey. We pursue excellence in research, teaching, and outreach in areas of study that address the biological spectrum from molecules to ecosystems. Our emphasis is on both the fundamental sciences and the social and human dimensions. We offer 21 undergraduate majors, including plant and animal sciences, microbiology, biotechnology, agriculture and food systems, landscape architecture, food and nutritional sciences, ecology and evolution, marine science and oceanography, environmental sciences and meteorology, human ecology, entomology, and environmental economics.
In addition to instruction in the classroom, field, and laboratory, our students have opportunities for experiential learning on and off campus, including a growing emphasis on international experiences through short- and long-term study abroad. Students also have access to a robust program of applied research and outreach hosted by the New Jersey Agricultural Experiment Station laboratories, farms, business incubators, and marine stations throughout the state.
Posting Summary Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Scuba Assistant for the School of Environmental and Biological Sciences The Department of Coastal Sciences is seeking multiple "Scuba Assistants" to assist in the undergraduate course, Basic Scuba Diving (11:628:230) taught in the Spring 2025 & Fall 2025 semesters.
Among the key duties of this position are the following:
Assists with scuba courses & activities according to PADI standards for certified assistants & safe diving practices. Assists with preparing scuba equipment for classes, including filling scuba cylinders & equipment field repairs. Assists with open water certification dives at off-site program locations. Prepares & organizes the dive lockers; distributes and collects equipment from students. Drives vehicles to transport students & scuba equipment to/from program locations. Performs other duties as assigned.
Position Status Part Time
Hours Per Week 19.5 or less
Daily Work Shift Day
Work Arrangement
FLSA Nonexempt
Position Salary $15.50-$18/hour
Payroll Designation PeopleSoft
Terms of Appointment Temporary Staff Appointment - Hourly
Qualifications Minimum Education and Experience
High School diploma or equivalent, and/or up to 4 years of relevant experience. Certifications/Licenses
Must have a Current CPR/AED/First Aid certification & Oxygen Administration certification. Valid driver's license and Defensive Driving certification.
Preferred Qualifications
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Must be proficient in dive rescue and in the demonstration of standard scuba skills. Strong student orientation and ability to work with a diverse student population. Excellent communication skills and a professional demeanor. Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills.
Equipment Utilized
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Must be physically fit to actively participate in scuba activities such as carrying diving equipment, demonstrating scuba skills, performing rescue activities, general watermanship skills, etc.
Special Conditions
Posting Details Posting Open Date 12/06/2024
Posting Close Date 01/06/2025
Open Until Filled No
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Home Location Campus Busch (RU-New Brunswick)
City Piscataway
State NJ
Location Details
Pre-employment Screenings All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.
Immunization Requirements Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination. Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Statement It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement
Position Information Recruitment/Posting Title Scuba Assistant
Posting Number 24TM0489
Department SEBS-Dept Marine & Coastal Science
Overview New Brunswick, New Jersey. We pursue excellence in research, teaching, and outreach in areas of study that address the biological spectrum from molecules to ecosystems. Our emphasis is on both the fundamental sciences and the social and human dimensions. We offer 21 undergraduate majors, including plant and animal sciences, microbiology, biotechnology, agriculture and food systems, landscape architecture, food and nutritional sciences, ecology and evolution, marine science and oceanography, environmental sciences and meteorology, human ecology, entomology, and environmental economics.
In addition to instruction in the classroom, field, and laboratory, our students have opportunities for experiential learning on and off campus, including a growing emphasis on international experiences through short- and long-term study abroad. Students also have access to a robust program of applied research and outreach hosted by the New Jersey Agricultural Experiment Station laboratories, farms, business incubators, and marine stations throughout the state.
Posting Summary Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Scuba Assistant for the School of Environmental and Biological Sciences The Department of Coastal Sciences is seeking multiple "Scuba Assistants" to assist in the undergraduate course, Basic Scuba Diving (11:628:230) taught in the Spring 2025 & Fall 2025 semesters.
Among the key duties of this position are the following:
Assists with scuba courses & activities according to PADI standards for certified assistants & safe diving practices. Assists with preparing scuba equipment for classes, including filling scuba cylinders & equipment field repairs. Assists with open water certification dives at off-site program locations. Prepares & organizes the dive lockers; distributes and collects equipment from students. Drives vehicles to transport students & scuba equipment to/from program locations. Performs other duties as assigned.
Position Status Part Time
Hours Per Week 19.5 or less
Daily Work Shift Day
Work Arrangement
FLSA Nonexempt
Position Salary $15.50-$18/hour
Payroll Designation PeopleSoft
Terms of Appointment Temporary Staff Appointment - Hourly
Qualifications Minimum Education and Experience
High School diploma or equivalent, and/or up to 4 years of relevant experience. Certifications/Licenses
Must have a Current CPR/AED/First Aid certification & Oxygen Administration certification. Valid driver's license and Defensive Driving certification.
Preferred Qualifications
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Must be proficient in dive rescue and in the demonstration of standard scuba skills. Strong student orientation and ability to work with a diverse student population. Excellent communication skills and a professional demeanor. Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills.
Equipment Utilized
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Must be physically fit to actively participate in scuba activities such as carrying diving equipment, demonstrating scuba skills, performing rescue activities, general watermanship skills, etc.
Special Conditions
Posting Details Posting Open Date 12/06/2024
Posting Close Date 01/06/2025
Open Until Filled No
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Home Location Campus Busch (RU-New Brunswick)
City Piscataway
State NJ
Location Details
Pre-employment Screenings All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.
Immunization Requirements Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination. Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Statement It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement