About the opportunity
The University Sports Department (Hochschulsport) at Ruhr-Universität Bochum is the largest social institution at the university, managing over 430 weekly courses across 95 sports for 6,500 participants. It operates ‘Unifit Bochum,’ a 1,100 sqm fitness studio. The department is currently seeking a receptionist to support daily operations at Unifit. The role involves administrative tasks, providing personal and written advice to participants, checking eligibility, and supporting the Unifit management team. The position is part-time (12 to 19 hours per week), temporary for one year, and requires flexibility for evening and weekend work.
Salary and benefits
- Extensive training and professional development opportunities
- Access to a diverse sports program with around 100 sports and the university's own fitness studio
- Discounts on bicycle rental systems and bicycle purchases
- 30 days of vacation per year
- Paid time off on Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve
- Annual special payment
- Company pension scheme
Who can apply?
- Experience in service-oriented roles
- Practical experience and a positive affinity for sports
- Basic knowledge of common software (Windows, MS Office, Mozilla Firefox)
- High willingness to work in the evenings and on weekends, as well as temporal flexibility
- High sense of responsibility, reliability, and teamwork skills
- Must not currently hold or have previously held an employment relationship with Ruhr-Universität Bochum
Required documents
- Cover letter
- Curriculum vitae (tabular)
- Certificates (e.g., work references, academic degrees, vocational training certificates)
When to apply
- Application deadline: 2026-09-21
How to apply
- Submit your application via the official online application portal
- Include the reference number (ANR) 6085 in your application
Additional information
- The position is classified under the collective agreement for the public sector (TV-L) in pay group E3, provided personal and tariff requirements are met.
- The workplace is located at Ruhr-Universität Bochum.
- Working hours are primarily in the late afternoon, evening, and on weekends/holidays.
- Travel, accommodation, and other interview-related costs cannot be reimbursed.
- The university promotes diversity and explicitly encourages applications from women and people with disabilities.
Our Take on This Opportunity
This section reflects Open Opportunities’ own analysis of the opportunity from an applicant’s perspective.
You may be a strong fit if…
- Individuals with prior experience in service-oriented or customer-facing roles
- Sports enthusiasts who enjoy a dynamic, high-traffic fitness environment
- Candidates with the flexibility to work evenings and weekends
What should you think carefully about?
- The role requires significant availability during evenings and weekends
- Applicants must not have a current or previous employment relationship with Ruhr-Universität Bochum
- Interview-related expenses are not covered by the university
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This role offers a unique chance to work within a large social institution, providing exposure to facility management and administrative operations. It is well-suited for someone looking to balance part-time work with other commitments while benefiting from extensive sports access and professional development opportunities.
Our take
Candidates who are service-oriented and flexible with their schedule will find this a rewarding position, though those with prior employment at the university are ineligible.
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