Stillwater, Oklahoma
Stillwater, Oklahoma
Posted: 03-Nov-25
Location: Stillwater, Oklahoma
Type: Contract
Salary: $1,500/month
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Salary Details:
The Department of Wellness at Oklahoma State University provides opportunities that foster Community, Lifelong Learning & Wellness to the OSU and Stillwater community. We are searching for our next Fitness Graduate Assistant as we strive to meet our campus’ needs and invite you to join our team.
Overview:
The Graduate Assistant (GA) for Fitness reports to the Assistant Director of Fitness in the Department of Wellness. The GA will serve as a member of the fitness program leadership team and will be primarily responsible for assisting professional staff in the management and/or instruction of a variety of fitness programs including group fitness, F45, employee fitness programs, and health risk assessments. Other duties may include youth performance training, personal training, and specialty programs. Within this role, there is freedom to develop new programming while also upholding previous, successful programs.
Position Duties:
- Maintain daily office hours.
- Work scheduled shifts in areas of fitness expertise, certification and specialization.
- Assist with fitness program promotion, registration and scheduling of activities, sessions, and events.
- Develop and lead trainings for group fitness instructors and/or personal trainers.
- Update and review necessary manuals ensuring policies and procedures are accurate and assist in all risk management procedures.
- Provide ongoing evaluation, feedback, and assessment of the fitness programs including formal staff evaluations and event reports.
- Assist with the planning and tracking of fitness equipment and facility maintenance.
- Attend fitness events and serve as a positive role model for staff and participants.
- Work as a contributing member of the fitness program staff towards the accomplishment of program and departmental objectives.
Learning Outcomes:
- As a result of being a graduate teaching assistant at Oklahoma State University, you will be able to demonstrate OSU’s Ideal Graduate Competencies, including professional preparedness, engaged citizenship, ethical leadership, and personal responsibility.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Fitness certification from a nationally accredited organization – or ability/intent to obtain by start date
- Experience in a group fitness and/or personal training environment
- Current CPR/AED/First Aid certification
Required Qualifications
- Acceptance into the Oklahoma State Graduate College of your choosing.
Compensation Package:
- Full tuition waiver (in-state and out-of-state)
- Note: Graduate Assistants are responsible for university fees.
- Monthly stipend of $1,500 / month for 9.5 months
- Hourly summer employment opportunities
- Travel assistance for professional conferences
- Medical insurance coverage
Application Deadline: Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their application ASAP to receive the highest consideration. Applications accepted until the position is filled. Interested candidates should submit their application materials to Kimberly Beard, Assistant Director of Fitness at kimberly.beard@okstate.edu.
Anticipated Start Date: June 1st, 2026 or August 1st, 2026
How to Apply: Do not apply through www.bluefishjobs.com. E-mail cover letter, resume and 3 professional references (PDF Format for all) to: Kim Beard – Assistant Director, Fitness (kimberly.beard@okstate.edu).
Questions: Please send comments/questions to Kim Beard – Assistant Director, Fitness (kimberly.beard@okstate.edu).
