Las Vegas, Nevada
Posted: 06-Mar-23
Location: Las Vegas, Nevada
Type: Part Time
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GRADUATE ASSISTANT FOR INTRAMURAL SPORTS & SPORT CLUBS (1)
Purpose
The primary responsibility of the Graduate Assistant for Sport Clubs is to work directly with the Program Coordinator for Intramural Sports and Sport Clubs to enhance both programs and to oversee the day-to-day operations of the programs. The Graduate Assistant will be responsible for supervising, mentoring and recognizing the undergraduate student staff and student leaders while ensuring a fun and safe atmosphere is being created. This person will need to be able to solve on-the-job issues by utilizing effective critical thinking and decision-making skills and possess the ability to work with diverse populations. The Graduate Assistant will also be responsible with assisting with all special events implemented by Campus Recreational Services.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
- Admission to the University of Nevada, Las Vegas Graduate School as a full time graduate student
- Degree seeking programs relevant to this opportunity: M.Ed. in Higher Education, M. Ed Education, M.S. Education, M.S Kinesiology, M. Ed Public Health, M. Ed Intercollegiate and Professional Sport Management
- Current CPR/ First Aid/AED Certifications Required or must be obtained within one month of hire.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Effective planning and organizational skills.
- Must be available to work evenings and weekends.
- Minimum GPA requirements: Semester GPA: 3.0 Cumulative GPA: 3.0
Physical Demands
- The Graduate Assistant must be able to do moderate physical activity including event setup and tear down as well as equipment inventory and storage which requires being able to lift up to 60 pounds.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with sport clubs and intramural programming including effective scheduling, organization, and training practices.
- Undergraduate participation in one or more sports clubs.
- Officiating experience in any of the following sports: basketball, football, soccer, softball/baseball, volleyball, lacrosse, and hockey.
- Experience working within campus recreation and student leadership.
- Experience with social media and an understanding of digital trends and how to integrate them into the department's marketing strategy.
- Familiarity with Management Software (RecTrac) and Google Drive is preferred, but not required.
- Experience promoting programs and events on various social media platforms.
Duties and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Research best practices and make recommendations regarding risk management policies and procedures and return-to-play protocols.
- Development and coordination of the Sports Club and Intramural Programs and services, including planning, programming, implementing, tracking, and assessment.
- Monitor safety, security and risk management issues for the program and facility.
- Recruitment, training, scheduling, and evaluation of the student staff.
- Oversee and monitor student payroll within the Intramural Program.
- Knowledge of sport rules, officiating mechanics, and program policy to effectively administer staff training to 40 student staff members including supervisors, officials, and program assistants.
- Recruitment of Sport Club participants and training of club officers.
- Maintain team records, certifications, budgets, and files.
- Oversee and monitor the Sports Club budget.
- Attend Sport Club practices and events.
- Design, implement and review assessment measures for the entire program.
- Create an innovative marketing plan to increase awareness and participation in the programs.
- Work with Student Union Event Coordinators to ensure a positive and successful outcome of special events.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Staff Development:
- Develop and implement policies and procedures.
- Leadership development including creating effective student leadership training sessions related to team administrative tasks, leadership skills, communication and organization skills, and team building.
- Create training quizzes to evaluate the effectiveness of training sessions for intramural officials.
- Must act and represent CRS in a positive and professional manner.
- Maintain a professional standard of performance on daily tasks.
- Attend regularly scheduled departmental meetings for all areas necessary.
- Communicate clear and concise information as needed to patrons, guests, and Professional Staff.
- Adhere to all SRWC guidelines and non-negotiables.
Criteria for Success:
The Sports Club Graduate Assistant will be evaluated on their performance each semester. The evaluation process consists of self-evaluation, peer evaluation, and supervisor evaluation. The staff evaluation measures the following objectives:
- Demonstrates strong interpersonal and communication skills as well as attention to detail.
- Ability to problem-solve, manage multiple tasks and priorities and make an informed decision independently.
- Reliability and flexibility related to work schedule.
- Ability to recognize and respond to emergencies.
- Ability to work closely with fellow team members & display a positive attitude for all patrons and CRS staff.
- Positively promotes UNLV and CRS to peers and patrons and takes initiative to be involved throughout campus
- Ability to develop, advise, and support student leaders.
TERM OF APPOINTMENT
July 2023 - May 2024
Minimum Hours: 20 hours/week, including nights and weekends. There is the potential to work an additional 10 hours/week at $15.00/hour with supervisor approval.
Salary
$11,250 Stipend for Masters
For the doctoral stipend amount, please visit: https://www.unlv.edu/graduatecollege/ga-stipend
The Graduate Assistantship is a nine-month appointment. Summer employment and second-year contract assignment is based on performance. Compensation for 80% of credit hours up to 9 credits per semester covered. Majority of Student Health Insurance premium covered.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
Applicants must meet academic requirements for the Graduate College at UNLV (2.75 minimum GPA), with the GRE exam completed prior to the interview. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
In order to be considered for a position, applicants must submit the following materials:
- Current Resume
- List of references (at least three)
- A cover letter outlining:
- Summarize your qualifications and relevant experience specific to Intramurals and Sports Clubs.
- Describe your leadership style including motivational techniques.
- Experience training and supervising student staff and/or student leaders.
E-mail application information and the names and phone numbers of three references to zachary.wallace@unlv.edu.
Preference will be given to applications received by March 27, 2023. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and Zoom/WebEx interviews will begin immediately. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Contact Person: Zachary Wallace, Program Coordinator for Intramural Sports: zachary.wallace@unlv.edu
GRADUATE ASSISTANT FOR FITNESS POSITION DESCRIPTION (1)
Purpose
The primary responsibility of the Graduate Assistant for Fitness is to work directly with the Program Coordinator for Fitness to enhance the program and to oversee the day-to-day operations of the program. The Graduate Assistant will be responsible for supervising, mentoring and recognizing the undergraduate/graduate student staff while ensuring a fun and safe environment. In addition, this person will supervise contracted employees. This person will need to be able to solve on-the-job issues by utilizing effective critical thinking and decision-making skills and possess the ability to work with diverse populations.
Minimum Qualifications
- Admission to the University of Nevada, Las Vegas Graduate School as a full time graduate student
- Degree seeking programs relevant to this opportunity: M.Ed. in Higher Education, M. Ed Education, M.S. Education, M.S Kinesiology, M. Ed Public Health, M. Ed Intercollegiate and Professional Sport Management
- Must have a current nationally recognized fitness certification in either personal training and/or group exercise instruction (NSCA, ACSM, ACE, NASM, or AFAA)
- Knowledge of personal training and/or group exercise instruction
- Must possess strong leadership skills and a passion for fitness
- Ability to perform moderately strenuous work (equivalent to carrying objects weighing 100 pounds or more)
- Strong planning, organizational, and time management skills
- Experience working in collaborative environments
- Knowledge and experience with a variety of computer programs
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Current CPR/AED and First Aid Certifications Required (upon one semester of hire date)
- UNLV Risk Management HIPPA Training (upon one semester of hire date)
- Must be available to work a minimum of 20-30 hours per week, to include nights and
- Minimum GPA requirements: Semester GPA: 3.0 Cumulative GPA: 3.0
Preferred Qualifications
- A Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science, Exercise Physiology, Kinesiology, Recreation, Sports Management, or a related field is preferred
- Experience in program development, staffing training, and management of personnel
- Experience in multiple positions in Campus Recreation
- Experience with social media and an understanding of digital trends and how to integrate them into the department's marketing strategy.
Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Assist with hiring, scheduling, training, supervising, and evaluating over 60 fitness staff to cultivate development in a professional environment. (Fitness Attendants, Personal Trainers, and Group Fitness Instructors)
- Oversee and manage daily operations of fitness programs that include Personal Training, Small Group Training, Fitness Testing/Assessments, workshops, and special events
- Develop and implement continuing education and professional development for staff
- Attend and actively participate in all fitness related meetings, trainings, and strategic planning
- Create an innovative marketing plan to increase awareness and participation for the
- Co-instruct the Personal Training and Group Exercise in-house instructor training
- Assist with the development and implementation of guidelines, policies, and procedures for all fitness staff.
- Research best fitness practices and make recommendations to enhance the quality of programs and services
- Assist with purchasing, maintaining, and tracking fitness equipment
- Present information about fitness programs and services to the campus community through promotional opportunities.
- Be the point person available for Host site fitness
- Be a positive mentor and role model for all fitness staff.
- Collaborate with other SRWC and Campus life staff for programming and
- Assist with safety and risk management training for fitness
- Actively utilize PTontheNet and provide student training
- Actively supervise, evaluate, and provide constructive feedback on a weekly basis to all fitness
- Maintain required certifications for the position (personal training and group exercise).
- Respond to all communication (i.e. calls, emails, etc.) in a reasonable amount of time (one business day).
Staff Development:
- Maintain a standard of performance on daily
- Attend regularly scheduled weekly departmental meetings and one on one meetings with
- Maintain communication with other Campus Recreational Services Team members regarding positive recognition, performance reviews, substitution, and schedule
- Communicate clear and concise information as needed to patrons, students, emergency medical service personnel and police
- Practice peer education to develop student staff growth and
- Maintain a positive
- Ability to research and teach about current fitness
- Adhere to all SRWC guidelines and non-negotiables.
Criteria for Success
The Fitness Graduate Assistant will be evaluated on their performance each semester. The staff evaluation process consists of self-evaluation, peer evaluation, and supervisor evaluation. The staff evaluation measures the following objectives:
- Ability to develop student staff, including hiring, training, supervising and
- Maintains student employment records, certifications, payroll and
- Ability to provide excellent customer service to all patrons and
- Ability to work closely with fellow team members as well as Student Union Event Services staff members.
- Demonstrates strong interpersonal and communication skills as well as attention to
- Ability to problem-solve, manage multiple tasks and priorities and make an informed decision independently.
- Reliability and flexibility related to work
- Ability to recognize and respond to
- Ability to display a positive attitude for all patrons and CRS
- Positively promotes UNLV and CRS to peers and patrons and takes initiative to be involved throughout campus.
Transferable Skills:
- Budget Management
- Conflict Management
- Collaboration
- Communication (written and verbal)
- Customer Service
- Leadership
- Problem Solving
- Risk Management
- Marketing (social media, tabling, etc.)
- Time Management
Evaluations will be based on self, peer, and supervisory evaluations.
TERM OF APPOINTMENT
July 2023 - May 2024
Minimum Hours: 20 hours/week, including nights and weekends. There is the potential to work an additional 10 hours/week at $15.00/hour with supervisor approval.
SALARY
$11,250 Stipend for Masters.
For the doctoral stipend amount, please visit: https://www.unlv.edu/graduatecollege/ga-stipend
The Graduate Assistantship is a nine-month appointment. Summer employment and second-year contract assignment is based on performance. Compensation for 80% of credit hours up to 9 credits per semester covered. Majority of Student Health Insurance premium covered.
RECREATIONAL SPORTS INFORMATION
For more information about Campus Recreational Services, visit our web page at www.unlv.edu/campusrec.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
Applicants must meet academic requirements for the Graduate College at UNLV (2.75 minimum GPA), with the GRE exam completed prior to the interview. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
In order to be considered for this position, applicants must submit:
- Resume
- List of references (at least three)
- Cover Letter
E-mail application information and the names and phone numbers of three references to cindy.engle@unlv.edu.
Preference will be given to applications received by March 27, 2023. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and Zoom/WebEx interviews will begin immediately. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Contact Person: Cindy Engle, Program Coordinator for Fitness cindy.engle@unlv.edu
GRADUATE ASSISTANT FOR SPECIAL EVENTS & FACILITIES (1)
Purpose
This Graduate Assistant works directly with the Program Coordinator-Memberships and Program Coordinator-Facilities/Events to ensure the success of day-to-day event, membership, and facility functions. The position requires a variety of administrative, leadership, and supervisory skills and the ability to make sound decisions while demonstrating expertise in critical thinking. Strong written and oral communication skills are required as well as collaboration with other departments on campus. This position will serve as a learning and training tool for the employee to gain the knowledge and experience necessary to continue his/her career in recreation.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
- Admission to the University of Nevada, Las Vegas Graduate School as a full time graduate student
- Degree seeking programs relevant to this opportunity: M.Ed. in Higher Education, M. Ed Education, M.S. Education, M.S Kinesiology, M. Ed Public Health, M. Ed Intercollegiate and Professional Sport Management
- Must be available to work a minimum of 20 hours per week including nights and weekends
- UNLV Risk Management HIPAA Training (within one semester of hire date)
- Current CPR/First Aid/AED certification or ability to obtain certification within one month of hire
- Experience working in collaborative environments
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Effective planning and organizational skills
- Minimum GPA requirements: Semester GPA: 3.0 Cumulative GPA: 3.0
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree within recreation, sport management, kinesiology, or related field.
- Experience with RecTrac or a point of sale software program.
- Experience in multiple positions in a campus recreation setting.
Physical Demands
- The Graduate Assistant must be able to do moderate physical activity including event setup and tear down as well as equipment inventory and storage which requires being able to lift up to 40 pounds.
Duties and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Assist in the scheduling, coordination, and evaluation of events for on-campus and off-campus groups.
- Recruitment, training, supervision, and evaluation of 40-50 student staff (Facility Attendants, Building Managers, and Special Events Team)
- Perform tasks related to the day-to-day operations of memberships and facility management including: processing transactions in RecTrac software, back-end maintenance in RecTrac software, tracking revenue, filing waivers, logging incident and injury reports, tracking equipment, daily task schedules for student employees
- Assist in monthly in-services for Facility Attendants and Building Managers
- Scheduling of student staff via WhenToWork software
- Monitor and process facility student payroll
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- Provide recognition for the student staff via performance reports and employee of the month nominations
- Assist the Program Coordinators in disciplinary procedures for student staff
- Assist in the processing and management of all memberships and cash transactions
- Monitor safety, security, cleanliness, maintenance, and risk management issues within the facility
- Assist in the completion of safety audits and other CPR/First Aid/AED related emergencies
- Complete other duties as assigned
Staff Development:
- Develop and implement policies and procedures
- Must represent CRS in a professional manner and act as a role model for fellow staff members
- Maintain a high standard of performance on daily tasks
- Provide outstanding levels of customer service to students, staff, community members, and guests
- Leadership development including creating effective staff training sessions related to the position and transferrable skills such as customer service, leadership, communication, organization, and team building
- Communicate clear and concise information as needed to patrons, students, and emergency medical service personnel, and police services
- Attend regularly scheduled departmental meetings for all areas necessary
- Adhere to all SRWC guidelines and non-negotiables
Criteria for Success:
The Graduate Assistant-Special Events & Facilities will be evaluated on their performance each semester. The evaluation process consists of a student staff evaluation, self-evaluation, and supervisor evaluations. The following objectives are measured:
- Ability to display a positive attitude toward all patrons and CRS staff
- Ability to prioritize tasks, manage time, and balance professional and personal commitments
- Follows policies and procedure, arrives prepared and on time for work, and consistently demonstrates service excellence
- Ability to assess a situation and make an informed decision independently
- Demonstrates strong inter-personal and communication skills as well as attention to detail
- Ability to work in a team environment within CRS and with other departments
- Reliability and flexibility as related to work schedule
- Ability to recognize and respond to emergencies
- Acts in a professional manner and serves as a role model and mentor for CRS staff
- Positively promotes UNLV and CRS to peers and patrons and takes initiative to be involved throughout campus
Minimum Hours: 20 hours/week, including nights and weekends. There is the potential to work an additional 10 hours/week at $15/hour with supervisor approval.
TERM OF APPOINTMENT
August 2023 – May 2024
SALARY
$11,250 Stipend for Masters
For the doctoral stipend amount, please visit: https://www.unlv.edu/graduatecollege/ga-stipend
The Graduate Assistantship is a nine-month appointment. Summer employment and second year contract assignment is based on performance. Compensation for 80% of credit hours up to 9 credits per semester covered. Majority of Student Health Insurance premium covered.
RECREATIONAL SPORTS INFORMATION
For more information about Campus Recreational Services visit our web page at unlv.edu/srwc.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
Applicants must meet academic requirements for the Graduate College at UNLV (2.75 minimum GPA), also recommended that GRE exam be completed prior to interview. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. In order to be considered for this position, applicants must submit:
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- References
Email application information and the names and phone numbers of three references to brandon.deroshia@unlv.edu. Preference will be given to applications received by March 27, 2023. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and Zoom/WebEx interviews will begin immediately. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Please contact brandon.deroshia@unlv.edu with any questions.
- Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university
- Admission to the University of Nevada, Las Vegas Graduate School as a full time graduate student
- Current CPR/ First Aid/AED Certifications Required or must be obtained within one month of hire.
