| UWF Recreation and Wellness is excited to announce the anticipated openings of 4 Graduate Assistant positions at the University of West Florida within the following areas: Competitive Sports Facility Operations and Special Events Outdoor Adventure Wellness Please see more details below for each position along with qualifications and application requirements. Graduate Assistant – Competitive Sports Responsibilities:
Program over 20 events each year including four major sports. Hire, train, recruit, and schedule competitive sports staff including supervisors, interns, and officials. Review, revise and enforce all intramural sports and sport clubs policies/procedures. Work with second year Competitive Sports GA to oversee the day to day administration of the Sport Club program. Advise the Sport Club Council and Executive Board. Assist with budgeting and track expenses throughout the fiscal year. Attend all student staff meetings, GA meetings, and pro staff meetings. Maintain daily office hours. Plan and administer Recreation and Wellness’ youth summer camp, Argo Adventure Kids Camp. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree, current GRE scores, and acceptance into a UWF Graduate Program are required. Benefits:
$13,000 stipend (budget pending) paid bi-weekly, full tuition waiver, and professional development opportunities. Summer employment will include up to 29 hours/week at $13/hour for 9 weeks. Starting Date:
July 1, 2021 (preferred) Application Process:
Send resume, cover letter and 3 references to Jessica Coleman, jcoleman@uwf.edu. DO NOT APPLY through Bluefishjobs.com. Applicant review process will begin January 11, 2021. Graduate Assistant - Facility Operations and Special Events Responsibilities:
Collaborate with second-year Facility Operations Graduate Assistant and Assistant Director of Facilities and Special Events to manage day-to-day operations of Heath Leisure and Sport Facility, Field House, University Park, and other Athletic Facilities as necessary. Co-coordinate the supervision, management, hiring, training and evaluation of building managers, customer service desk staff and special event staff. Review and update policies and procedures for day-to-day operations of facilities. Responsible for emergency action plan training, development and assisting with the risk management committee. Responsible for inventory and ordering of pro-shop supplies, checkout equipment, and first aid supplies. Directly supervise and support customer service desk staff. Coordinate monthly full-staff meetings as well as customer service and facility attendant trainings once a semester. Attend all student staff meetings, graduate assistant meetings and professional staff meetings. Direct and oversee the set-up and breakdown of special events. Responsible for the development and assessment of student learning. Serve on university committees as requested. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree, current GRE scores, and acceptance into a UWF Graduate Program are required. Benefits:
$13,000 stipend (budget pending) paid bi-weekly, full tuition waiver, and professional development opportunities. Summer employment will include up to 29 hours/week at $13/hour for 9 weeks. Starting Date:
May 24, 2021 (preferred) Application Process:
Send resume, cover letter and 3 references to Chelsea Scott cscott1@uwf.edu. DO NOT APPLY through Bluefishjobs.com. Applicant review process will begin January 25, 2021. Graduate Assistant – Outdoor Adventure Responsibilities:
Lead a comprehensive university outdoor recreation program, including climbing center, trips, challenge course, sailing, disc golf, and bicycle programs. Collaborate on department-level projects with other graduate assistants and professionals. Take a leadership role in the operation of the climbing center and trip areas. Oversee maintenance and inspection of Climbing Center, Bike Shop, Outdoor Center, Sailing program, and all equipment associated with those program areas. Assist with clinics, special events, and department programs as needed. Manage the hiring, scheduling, training, and supervising of 12+ instructors (Climbing instructors, Trip leaders, Bike Shop and Sailing attendants). Plan, budget, market, and lead trips. Work with the Coordinator to administer the program budget and risk management procedures. Plan and administer Recreation and Wellness’ youth summer camp, Argo Adventure Kids Camp. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree, and acceptance into a UWF Graduate Program are required. Experience in outdoor activities, such as backpacking, canoe camping, rock climbing, and kayaking. At least one year of trip leader experience. Knowledge of Leave No Trace principles. Wilderness First Responder Certification or able to obtain. Experience as a climbing instructor in an indoor climbing facility. Benefits:
$13,000 stipend (budget pending) paid bi-weekly, full tuition waiver, and professional development opportunities. Summer employment will include up to 29 hours/week at $13/hour for 9 weeks. Starting Date:
July 1, 2021 (preferred) Application Process:
Send resume and 3 references to Michael Morgan, mmorgan1@uwf.edu. DO NOT APPLY through Bluefishjobs.com. Applicant review process will begin January 31, 2021. | 
