UREC Graduate Assistant - Aquatics & Safety

State of Virginia•Harrisonburg, VA

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About The Position

James Madison University Recreation (UREC) is now accepting applications for a GA for Academic Year 2026-2027 for Aquatics & Safety from candidates planning to pursue a career and advanced degree in campus recreation. The mission of UREC is to promote and advance healthy lifestyles through educational programs, participation opportunities and supportive services. UREC's qualified staff is committed to excellence and responsive to the developmental needs of their participants. Graduate assistantships include enrollment in the Sport and Recreation graduate program (Campus Recreation concentration) and involve 20 hours of work per week at UREC during the academic school year. Graduate assistants will begin work prior to the start of the school year and the position continues through the end of the academic year. In addition to the stipend, positions include a tuition waiver, a professional development stipend, and an academic book or dining benefit. Individuals may apply for this graduate assistantship prior to academic admission, however, an individual must be accepted into a graduate program before an offer will be made. Preference for UREC graduate assistantships is given to those admitted to the Sport and Recreation Leadership, Campus Recreation concentration. Applications for the Campus Recreation concentration are accepted on a rolling basis.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree required, preferably in related field.

Nice To Haves

American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor and Water Safety Instructor is preferred.
Preference will be given to those with formal acceptance into the Sport and Recreation Leadership graduate program, Campus Recreation Concentration.

Responsibilities

The Graduate Assistant for Aquatics and Safety will provide leadership and guidance for the student aquatics staff (LGIs, WSIs, and lifeguards) and Safety (EMT-B) by: assisting in the hiring, training and evaluation of undergraduate staff members, developing and executing selected programs, and collaborating with the Assistant Director to develop and interpret policies and procedures.
The first year of the position is focused on aquatics and programming, and the second year on safety and risk management.
Facility supervision and operational responsibilities for the University Recreation Center and satellite facilities on a rotating weekend basis.
Attends and actively participates in all required departmental and divisional meetings, retreats and trainings.
Attends and participates in meetings, committees and trainings related to the UREC GA role.