| Valdosta State University | 6 GA Positions Description: Valdosta State University Campus Recreation is seeking qualified applicants for 4 GRADUATE ASSISTANTSHIPS. These positions are 12-month positions. Positions Available: STARTING DATE: Fall July 1, 2020 (negotiable) NOTES: The Position is a 1-year appointment (10 months) with an additional second year based upon performance. Full tuition waived (In and out-of-state, up to 15 credit hours for fall and 15 credit hours for spring, summer tuition waiver up to 9 credit hours). Salary based on 10 month period (Fall/Spring). Summer hourly employment is also available. Must pay student fees (approximately $1,100) Position is contingent upon the applicant's acceptance to the Valdosta State University Graduate School. Graduate Assistant – Competitive Sports DESCRIPTION: The Graduate Assistant will be responsible for the design, implementation, and management of all Intramural and Club Sport related activities within Valdosta State University Campus Recreation. Under the supervision of the Coordinator of Competitive Sports, the Graduate Assistant serves as a leader and liaison to the Competitive Sports team (made up of Intramural Sports Supervisors, and Intramural Sports Officials). The Graduate Assistant will be responsible for coordinating and developing the schedules of the Competitive Sports Staff. This position is responsible for organizing and partnering with outside entities, and managing relationships to further enhance VSU Campus Recreation’s brand. This position also has responsibilities with student growth and development. RESPONSIBILITIES: - Assist with the coordination and development of all Intramural and Club Sports programs.
- Assist with recruiting, hiring, training, supervising, evaluating, and scheduling 40+ staff; including 1-2 team leaders
- Develop, organize and implement schedules for Intramural Sports shifts, utilizing the When to Work scheduling system
- Organize, schedule and market Intramural Sports events
- Facilitate training, mentoring and continuing education opportunities for all Intramural Sports staff
- Develop, plan and execute Intramural Sports events
- Work cooperatively with other Campus Recreation staff members and assist with departmental special events
- Serve as a substitute Intramural Sports Supervisor, or Intramural Sports Official, as needed
- Maintain an active presence in all Intramural Sports or Club Sports programs, or events
- Assist in developing & managing wellness programming for faculty, staff, and students
Graduate Assistant- CORE Outdoors DESCRIPTION: The Graduate Assistant of CORE will report to the Coordinator of CORE Outdoors. The Graduate Assistant is responsible for assisting with the administration of CORE which includes: climbing wall, outdoor rental center, challenge course, and outdoor trips. The Graduate Assistant will create a meaningful experience within all parts of the CORE Outdoors and Campus Recreation. RESPONSIBILITIES: - Assist in the planning, marketing, scheduling and implementation of all aspects of the four major areas of CORE Outdoors.
- Recruit, hire, train, schedule, evaluate, and retain facilitators, trip leaders, climbing wall, team leaders and program coordinator.
- Develop, review and recommend revisions to all CORE Outdoors policies and procedures.
- Maintain daily office hours, as well as night time hours for classes and weekend supervision of outdoor trips and challenge course programs.
- Manage a team of three to six student assistants, including graphic designer, photographer, videographer, promotions representatives and team leaders
- Assist in developing department-wide student training & workshops
- Assist with coordinating and preparing the department for national, regional and state conferences
- Work cooperatively with other Campus Recreation staff members and assist with departmental special events
- Other duties as assigned
Graduate Assistant – Fitness DESCRIPTION: The Graduate Assistant will be responsible for the design, implementation, and management of all Fitness related activities within Valdosta State University Campus Recreation. Under the supervision of the Assistant Director of Programming & Staff Development, the Graduate Assistant serves as a leader and liaison to the Fitness team (made up of Weight Room Attendants, Personal Trainers, and Group Fitness Instructors). The Graduate Assistant will be responsible for coordinating and developing the schedules of the Fitness Staff. This position is responsible for organizing and partnering with outside entities, and managing relationships to further enhance VSU Campus Recreation’s brand. This position also has responsibilities with student growth and development. RESPONSIBILITIES: - Assist with the coordination and development of all fitness programs including Personal Training, Group Fitness, Weight Room, and Special Events/Outreach.
- Assist with recruiting, hiring, training, supervising, evaluating, and scheduling 40+ staff; including 1-2 team leaders
- Develop, organize and implement schedules for Weight Room shifts, utilizing the When to Work scheduling system
- Organize, schedule and market Group Fitness Classes & events
- Monitor and schedule personal training requests
- Create, organize, and monitor BlazerLink check-ins for Group Fitness and Personal Trainers
- Facilitate training, mentoring and continuing education opportunities for all Fitness staff; assist in maintaining certifications for all areas
- Develop, plan and execute Fitness & Wellness events, such as Strongest Blazer, GloGa, etc.)
- Work cooperatively with other Campus Recreation staff members and assist with departmental special events
- Serve as a substitute Group Fitness Instructor, Personal Trainer & Weight Room Attendant, as needed
- Maintain an active presence in all fitness programs, events, and with Fitness staff.
- Assist in developing & managing wellness programming for faculty, staff and students
- Manage & develop content for online instructional fitness & wellness portal
- Participate in Campus Wellness Committee and assist with campus-wide wellness events and programming
- Other duties as assigned
Graduate Assistant for Aquatics & Red Cross DESCRIPTION: The Graduate Assistant serves as a leader and liaison to the aquatics staff, American Red Cross Instructor staff, and their associated Team Leaders. This position is responsible for recruiting and training a lifeguard staff, managing the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim and community class offerings, supervising American Red Cross Instructors and overseeing select departmental special events. Current or past American Red Cross certifications in Lifeguarding Instructor/IT, CPR/AED/First Aid Instructor/IT, Water Safety Instructor/IT preferred. RESPONSIBILITIES: - Manage and develop a team of lifeguards, water safety instructors, and American Red Cross Instructors
- Assist in developing student-staff trainings & in-services
- Manage, organize, and provide logistical support for American Red Cross class offerings
- Manage, organize, and provide logistical support for Campus Recreation’s Swim Academy
Graduate Assistant – Facilities & Risk Management DESCRIPTION: The Graduate Assistant will be responsible for assisting with the daily operations of the Student Recreation Center at Valdosta State University. Serving as a leader of the Facility Supervisor staff, this position is responsible for facility policy enforcement, training and maintaining a facility supervisor staff, managing building reservations and overseeing select departmental special events. RESPONSIBILITIES: - Oversee the enforcement of facility rules and regulations; assess and refine building policies and procedures
- Manage and develop a team of facility supervisors
- Assist in developing student-staff trainings, in-services, and skill assessments
- Manage, organize, and provide logistical support for facility reservations
Graduate Assistant for Youth Programs
DESCRIPTION: The Graduate Assistant serves as leader of the Youth Programs staff and will assist with the design, marketing, organization, staffing and facilitation of youth programs hosted by the department throughout the year. RESPONSIBILITIES: - Assist with the design, coordination and implementation of youth programming
- To include, but not limited to: summer day camps, after school programming, weekend programs and seasonal break experiences
- Assist with the development of youth program marketing & sponsorship campaigns
- Liaise with youth participants’ parents/guardians, sponsors/donors, VSU & community partners
QUALIFICATIONS: Qualified candidates must be accepted by VSU Graduate School in desired field of study before the final offer can be made COMPENSATION: Stipend for 10 months and Full Tuition Waiver LAST DATE FOR CONSIDERATION: For optimal consideration, please submit your application items before Friday, March 4th, 2020. Position will remain open until filled. PERSON INTERESTED IN THIS POSITION SHOULD: Forward a cover letter, resume and references to: Wyatt Lee VSU Campus Recreation 1500 North Patterson Street Valdosta, Georgia 31698 Email: wslee@valdosta.edu Phone: (229) 333-5898 Fax: (229) 259-5088 Do not apply through bluefishjobs.com NOTES: The Position is a 1-year appointment (10 month) with an additional second year based upon performance. Full tuition waived (In and out-of-state, up to 15 credit hours for fall and 15 credit hours for spring, summer tuition waiver up to 9 credit hours). Salary based on 10 month period (Fall/Spring). Summer hourly employment is also available. Must pay student fee (approximately $1,100). Position is contingent upon the applicant's acceptance to the Valdosta State University Graduate School. |
