UREC Graduate Assistant - Member Services

James Madison University•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 Member Services 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

Previous undergraduate employment in recreation member services or facility operations is preferred.
Preference will be given to those with formal acceptance into the Sport and Recreation Leadership graduate program, Campus Recreation Concentration.

Responsibilities

The UREC Graduate Assistant for Member Services will provide leadership, co-supervision and staff development for the Member Services student staff.
Responsibilities include hiring, training and evaluating over 55 student employees.
This GA will assist in maintaining and managing the UREC Welcome Center and Equipment Center as well as the University Park Gatehouse.
Other duties include maintaining Lost & Found, assisting with equipment inventory for drop-in recreation and group reservations, facility access, locker/towel service contracts, and memberships.
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.