University Recreation Graduate Assistant Fitness

Overview

Employer Industry: Higher Education

Why consider this job opportunity:

• Salary of $19,260 for a 50% appointed, 12-month master's-seeking Graduate Assistant position
• Tuition waivers for employees and their families
• Optional partially funded student health insurance
• Vibrant work environment that promotes a healthy work-life balance
• Opportunities to develop critical skills such as leadership, teamwork, and professionalism
• Flexible scheduling based on academic commitments with a 20-hour per week in-person commitment

• Assist the Assistant Director of Fitness in overseeing the daily functions of the personal training program
• Supervise and manage a team of 10+ personal trainers, providing guidance and support
• Administer fitness programs and maintain accurate records related to program participation and staff schedules
• Foster a positive member experience through efficient service delivery
• Create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with colleagues

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution of higher education with a minimum GPA of 3.0
• Admission to a graduate degree program prior to employment
• CPR/First Aid/AED Certification or the ability to obtain certification within 40 days of hire
• Excellent written and verbal communication, customer service, and supervisory skills
• Knowledge of collegiate recreation and fitness programming

• Current personal training and/or group fitness certification from an accredited fitness organization such as ACE, ACSM, NSCA, or NASM
• Experience working in a Campus Recreation setting as a student employee
• Experience in a leadership role within Campus Recreation

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