Graduate Assistant, Rec Center

Required Documentation
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume. Submit your documents at the end of the application to be considered. If you need help, please reach out to employment@uiu.edu. 

Position Summary

The Graduate Assistant of Recreation Services is a member of the Upper Iowa University Athletic Department and reports to the Assistant AD for Campus Recreation/Head Cross Country/Track & Field Coach. This position is responsible for assisting in the day-to-day operations regarding leadership, management, administration/oversight of all programs and activities of the campus recreation department and the university recreation center.

Position Responsibilities

• Assist in the leadership and management of campus recreation center functions, operations, activities, etc.

• Advises and provides recommendations to the Assistant AD for Campus Recreation/Head Cross Country/Track & Field Coach on matters related to campus recreation.

• Advises and provides recommendations to the Assistant AD for Campus Recreation/Head Cross Country/Track & Field Coach on matters related to student and employee wellness.

• Schedule and manage all intramural activities including day tournaments and league play.

• Assist in the day-to-day operations of the campus recreation center, outdoor pursuits, intramurals, club sports, and other events held at the Recreation Center.

• Recommend and assist in the long-term and short-term goals of campus recreation center.

• Assist in the day-to-day management, scheduling, and operation of the campus recreation center.

• Recommend and assist in the development, implementation, management, and control of the campus recreation budget.

• Assist in the inventory and management of supplies and equipment.

• Assist in the promotion and supervision of campus recreational programs.

• Instruct recreational and fitness classes as needed.

• Teach a group fitness instructor training program for student trainers.

• Monitor and ensure compliance with National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) conference, and University rules, policies, etc. relating to the recreational program.

• Work collaboratively with other campus departments and other schools to promote intramural and recreation-based programs.

• Serve on university committees as assigned.

• Select, hire, train, supervise and evaluate intramural officials, scorekeepers, and other staff.

• Other duties as directed and assigned.

Required Qualifications 

• Must be admitted into a graduate program at Upper Iowa University and maintain a 3.0 Grade Point Average.

• Hold a bachelor’s degree.

• Registration for the minimum number of required credits for an assistantships held during the term (the minimum number of required hours is three hours per term).

• Acceptance letter into a graduate program.

• Strong communication skills.

• Basic computer skills, including MS Office.

• Nights and weekends availability.

• Ability to obtain Class D Chauffer license (Iowa, U.S.)

Other

• 10-month renewable contract

• Monthly stipend ($1,000)

• Includes coverage of fees for master's degree

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check.