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Posted: 08-Dec-22
Location: Greenville, North Carolina
Type: Part Time
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Required Education:
Additional Information:
ECU Campus Recreation and Wellness is seeking three Graduate Assistants (Adventure, Aquatics/Facilities and Fitness) for the 2023-2024 academic year.
Dates of Employment: August 1, 2023-May 3, 2024. This is typically a two year position based on academic requirements and successful evaluation after the first year of employment.
Compensation: Full NC Resident tuition and fees plus a stipend of $10,500 annually for an average of 25hrs/wk. Out of state residents are responsible for the difference in tuition cost. Funding is available for professional development including travel and certifications.
Academic Requirement: Full admission into the ECU Graduate program of your choice. Please visit the ECU Graduate School webpage here of more information. Nine academic credits per semester must be maintained.
In a commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion all CRW Graduate Assistants will:
- Actively contribute as a staff member of CRW and the Division of Student Affairs to uphold the framework of equity and social justice.
- Advocate for awareness, understanding and the diversity and inclusion of all people in CRW facilities, programs and communications while providing a commitment to work effectively with students, faculty, and staff from diverse backgrounds.
- Advocate for the educational and cultural benefits of providing diversity and inclusion in CRW.
ADVENTURE LEADERSHIP:
To apply for this posting please send a cover letter, resume and list of three professional references to Assistant Director of Adventure Leadership AJ Rimes at rimesa22@ecu.edu. Priority application deadline: January 15, 2023.
Job Responsibilities:
The Adventure Graduate Assistant is expected to fulfill the following general responsibilities:
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- Organize, schedule, supervise, lead and evaluate trips offered by Adventure Leadership.
- Schedule and administer comprehensive low and high ropes Team Training courses.
- Market and develop Team Training packages to include recruitment of corporate groups.
- Ensure adherence to departmental safety/risk management procedures.
- Market, organize, develop, adventure clinics and trips for on & off campus groups.
- Assist with the recruitment, training, scheduling, supervision, and evaluation of student staff in adventure and team training activities.
- Maintain accurate statistical records related to participation, budget, and equipment inventory.
- Assist with the supervision and evaluation of undergraduate practicum and internship students placed in the department.
- Assist in the promotion of campus recreation events and activities.
- Assist in the assessment of campus recreation programs through various research tools.
- Coordinate and communicate departmental programs and services to designated student representative groups.
- Assist in the development of student leaders within Team Training & Adventure.
- Utilize computer and web-based programs to coordinate activities.
- Serve on departmental/divisional committees.
- Complete other duties as assigned.
Aquatics/Facilities:
To apply for this posting please send a cover letter, resume and list of three professional references to Associate Director of Facilities and Operations Dana Lopez at lopezda18@ecu.edu. Priority application deadline: January 31, 2023.
Job Responsibilities:
The Aquatics/Facilities Graduate Assistant is expected to fulfill the following general responsibilities:
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- Assist in the student selection process & complete on-boarding process for selected candidates, supervision, and evaluation for the CRW Facility Managers and Lifeguards.
- Provide facility supervision in the absence of full-time staff at CRW facilities.
- Assist with administration of a site supervision plan incorporating facility managers, lifeguards, and other student staff members.
- Assist with facility management with an emphasis on large events such as organization fairs, tournaments, etc.
- Monitor website and social media to increase visibility of facilities and aquatics/safety.
- Promote CRW facilities, aquatics and safety services through print, electronic, and personal contact (i.e. newsletters, website, open houses, etc.) in a professional manner.
- Assist with the CRW assessment administration process to report student engagement.
- Assist with the scheduling/reservations, record keeping and logistical planning of intramural sports, club sports, fitness/group fitness programs, EXSS, Kinesiology, special events, ECU community and Greenville community events that take place at CRW facilities.
- Assist with administration of Safety Services programs, record keeping and documentation, and departmental risk management.
- Assist in project management of assigned projects for CRW facilities including locker clearance, inventory and equipment management, lost and found.
- Professional Development: Participate in activities that will enhance the graduate assistant’s skills and preparation towards future
- Attend meetings and participate in workshops held by ECU and Student Affairs.
- Serve on various committees as assigned and benchmark with other programs.
- Training and utilization of expected software including but not limited to Connect2, Whentowork, 25Live, Microsoft Teams and Innosoft Fusion.
- Monitor shift reports and feedback to Facility Manager staff
FITNESS:
To apply for this posting please send a cover letter, resume and list of three professional references to Assistant Director of Fitness Kate Freed at freedk22@ecu.edu. Priority application deadline: January 31, 2023.
Job Responsibilities:
The Fitness Graduate Assistant is expected to fulfill the following general responsibilities:
• Collaborate with Assistant Director of Fitness, Sr. Assistant Director of Fitness & Employee Well-Being, Director of Well-Being, Campus Recreation and Wellness team members, and student employees/interns to create a culture of well-being by offering world-class movement experiences and events.
• Recruit, onboard, schedule, and evaluate multiple part-time student and contracted group fitness instructors, personal trainers, small group training coaches, fitness attendants, program managers, and interns in a multi-site organization.
• Provide onsite support and management, including daily operations of a comprehensive movement & exercise program including group fitness, personal training, small group training, online training, general fitness, and special events for a multi-site location.
• Conduct regular walkthroughs, update technology platforms, build rapport with staff by supporting them while on shift, and serve as a liaison between part-time and full-time staff.
• Provide recommendations for program purchases and updates policy, procedures, and guidelines in accordance with standards of care and fitness facility guidelines.
• Assist with marketing, assessment, risk management and technology.
• Serve as a teaching assistant for the ACE Group Fitness Instructor Academy and/or ACE Personal Training Prep Course>
• Teach various land and aquatic based group fitness classes on an as needed basis.
• Design and implement personalized exercise programs for clients both in-person and in online environments.
• Evaluate data and provide regular reports on all aspects of the fitness program.
• Deliver and present well-being related topics to constituents on and off campus.
• Develop and nurture relationships with campus and community stakeholders.
• Represent the ECU community on local and regional health related committees/organizations.
• Provide support and collaboration to colleagues delivering public health content and programs including alcohol & other drugs, mental health & stress management, sexual health & healthy relationships, nutrition & body image, and overall well-being.
• Continue professional development through membership in professional organizations, attending and presenting at conferences and workshops, professional reading, and staying current with trends and issues pertinent to well-being. Contribute to scholarly articles, blogs, and publications.
• Other duties as assigned.
Please note funding for these positions are contingent upon the continued availability of auxiliary funds.
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
Current American Red Cross CPR/AED/First Aid certification or willingness to obtain
Availability to work nights and weekends
Preferred Certifications:
Adventure: WFA/WFR
Aquatics/Facilities: ARC CPR Instructor, LGI, CPO, WSI
Fitness: ACE GFI/PT
