Graduate Assistant, Fitness and Instruction, Washington State University
Washington State University
Application
Details
Posted: 23-May-23
Location: Pullman, Washington
Type: Part Time
Salary: Approximately $15,885 for 9 mo
Categories:
Graduate Assistant
Salary Details:
Includes out of state tuition waiver. Individuals are responsible for paying residual student fees each semester of approximately $1,100 which is not covered by the assistantship. Students will receive individual medical coverage as part of the assistantship. Nine-month position (August 16 – May 15). Summer employment at hourly rate available. Individuals must reside in Washington State during employment and apply for resident status during first year of assistantship. Assistance for professional development opportunities is available.
Required Education:
4 Year Degree
Additional Information:
6 openings available.
Washington State University is seeking graduate assistant applicants for the 2023-2024 academic year. The following positions are anticipated to be open. Specific job descriptions and the application can be found here: https://urec.wsu.edu/about-urec/employment/.
GRADUATE ASSISTANT, FITNESS AND INSTRUCTION Primarily responsible for the coordination of the UREC non-credit group fitness and instruction programs. Graduate Assistant will supervise temporary employees to deliver classes in a variety of disciplines including group fitness, dance, aquatics, and martial arts. Will also assist UREC Fitness Services programs. Knowledge and experience in training and supervision of employees and holding a nationally recognized fitness certification is preferred.
Requirements include a baccalaureate degree or equivalent from an accredited college or university; acceptance by the WSU Graduate School, (a GPA of 3.0 or above, official transcripts, 3 letters of recommendation are required by the Graduate School). Visit www.gradschool.wsu.edu for more information. Applications to the Graduate School are due by January 10, 2023 for priority acceptance. Some colleges require earlier application – please view application deadlines for program of interest.
WSU is Washington’s land-grant university with campuses located statewide in Everett, Pullman, Spokane, Tri-Cities, and Vancouver. WSU also has research centers located throughout the state, extension offices in every county, and offers online degree programs that are accessible worldwide. There are ten colleges and a graduate school. More than 18,000 undergraduate and graduate students are served by the Pullman campus. The university is one of the largest residential universities in the West. Pullman offers a friendly, small-town living environment. To learn more about the Pullman community, visit: www.pullmanchamber.com. The university’s web page (www.wsu.edu) offers information about WSU and the surrounding area.The Department of University Recreation at Washington State University supports the educational mission of the university by providing integrated and comprehensive recreational, competitive and fitness programs and services to a diverse campus community. Committed to fostering active, healthy lifestyles, the department enriches campus life through excellence in programs, services and facilities.University Recreation programs and services include Intramural Sport...s, Outdoor Recreation Center, Fitness & Instruction, Sport Clubs, Challenge, Aquatics and Youth Programs. University Recreation facilities include the 150,000 square foot Student Recreation Center, 80,000 square foot Chinook Student Center, Outdoor Recreation Center, outdoor playfields, 3 pools and multiple shared indoor facilities. Comprehensive marketing, facilities scheduling and maintenance programs support all departmental operations.WSU employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EDUCATOR AND EMPLOYER. Members of ethnic minorities, women, special disabled veterans, veterans of the Vietnam-era, recently separated veterans, persons of disability and/or persons age 40 or over are encouraged to apply.Washington State University (WSU) conducts pre-employment screening on specified positions, which may include but is not limited to, a criminal background check, verification of academic credentials, licenses, certifications, and/or verification of work history. WSU utilizes an online system which will require a valid email address at the time of at the time of application. This position has been designated by the department to require a background check. Finalist(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check as a condition of employment.
