Graduate Assistant for  Campus Recreation & Fitness

Saginaw Valley State University • Lexington, MA

12d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Director of Campus Recreation, the Competitive Sports Graduate Assistant will support the implementation of a comprehensive, campus-wide Intramural Sports program comprised of leagues and tournaments. They will assist in training, mentoring, and coordinating intramural student employees, including Intramural Sports Leads and Intramural Officials, to support program goals and facility operations. Support the implementation and review of program goals, objectives, policies, and procedures. This appointment is for a maximum of two calendar years.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in related field
• Currently admitted to a graduate program or eligible and intending to apply upon accepting the offer.
• Candidate must have experience officiating team sports, knowledge of various sports rules
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and ability to learn new software quickly.
• Experience and ability to positively interact with all members of the campus community
• Ability to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodations.

Nice To Haves

• Utilize software for intramural sports coordination: IMLeagues, 25Live, and InnoSoft Fusion

Responsibilities

• Assist with recruiting, hiring, training, coordinating, and mentoring intramural student officials
• Provide mentorship, guidance, feedback, and support for Intramural Officials during intramural activities.
• Utilize software for intramural sports coordination: IMLeagues, 25Live, and InnoSoft Fusion
• Assist with coordination of intramural leagues and events including activity implementation and participant conduct
• Assist with developing and maintaining student officials' schedules and communicate staffing needs to the Director of Campus Recreation & Fitness
• Assist in the training for student officials to build their sports-specific knowledge and skills
• Communicate regularly with Intramural participants regarding program offerings, registration, league administration, captain’s meetings, schedules, and roster information
• Assist in reviewing program reports, participant evaluations, statistical data, and other relevant information to make recommendations on scope, size, and nature of the program
• Assist program participants regularly, on the phone and in person with all aspects of Campus Recreation.
• Be knowledgeable of all Campus Recreation and University programs.
• Responsible for Point-of-Sale (POS) functions, including processing registrations and transactions for all program areas.
• Verify user eligibility and provide data entry
• Provide general office assistance (word processing, filing, mailing, etc.)
• Provide positive public relations, program promotion, and policy education to participants
• Provide a welcoming, inclusive environment for staff and guests
• Adhere to all Campus Recreation departmental policies and procedures
• Staff club sport practices, events as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Tuition and fee waiver of up to 12 credit hours per semester (maximum 30 per academic year)
• Excellent retirement package and employee benefits.
• Professional development to support and grow employees.
• Prioritizing the health and well-being of our employees through programs and gym memberships.
• Rewarding and recognizing employees' achievements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level