Graduate Assistant – Outdoor Adventure

Responsibilities:
Lead a comprehensive university outdoor recreation program, including climbing center, trips, challenge course, 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, and all equipment associated with those program areas. Assist with clinics, special events, and department programs as needed. Assist with the hiring, scheduling, training, and supervising of 12+ instructors (Climbing instructors, Trip leaders, and Bike Shop attendants). Plan, budget, market, and lead trips. Work with the Coordinator to administer the program budget and risk management procedures. 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 ability to obtain. Experience as a climbing instructor in an indoor climbing facility is preferred.

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 31, 2021 (preferred)

Application Process:
Send resume and 3 references to Michael Morgan, mmorgan1@uwf.edu. DO NOT APPLY through Bluefishjobs.com. The applicant review process will begin on April 11th, 2022.

Graduate Assistant – Fitness

Responsibilities:

Hire, train, evaluate, and schedule a diverse fitness center (35) personal training, (10-15) and group fitness program and staff.  Teach group personal training programs, group fitness classes as well as ACE preparatory courses. Assist with group fitness schedule. Maintain daily office hours.  Oversee upkeep and maintenance of equipment and spaces, including a 10,000 sq. ft. fitness center. Assist with budgeting and track expenses throughout the fiscal year. Develop and implement professional development workshops for staff, including goal setting. Develop and implement incentive programs. Create and market the program through print and social media. Collaborate with other departments on wellness programming. Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Personal Training and/or Group Fitness certification (ACE, ACSM, AFAA, NSCA, or ISSA), 1-3 years personal training/group fitness experience, Bachelor’s Degree, current GRE scores, and acceptance into a UWF Graduate Program are required.

Benefits:

$13,000 stipend paid bi-weekly, full tuition waiver, professional development opportunities, and summer employment is included.

Starting Date:

July 1, 2022 (preferred)

Application Process:

Send resume, 3 references, and a 15-30 min. video of leading a group fitness class to Jennifer L. Johnson, jjohnson@uwf.edu. DO NOT APPLY through Bluefishjobs.com. The applicant review process will begin February 4, 2022.

Bachelor’s Degree, and acceptance into a UWF Graduate Program are required.