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Requisition Number GA00704 Position Title Graduate Assistant- Fitness 2024-2025 Position Eclass GF - Graduate Flat Pay Position Summary

The term Graduate Assistant is the umbrella term that encompasses all types of GA appointments. Graduate Assistants are employed by the University to teach, conduct research, or assist with administrative duties in departments and non-academic units. Every attempt is made to assign Graduate Assistants to positions that are directly related to the student’s field of study or that provide the opportunity to develop transferable, professional skills. Graduate Assistantships are assigned in the department or unit and confirmed by the Graduate School.

Additional Details Department OverviewThe Department of Recreation and Wellness, housed in the Division of Student Affairs, believes in a balance of social, mental and physical wellness creates a foundation for successful, healthy individuals. We foster comprehensive wellness by engaging students and the UNCG community in experiential and educational opportunities. We promote lifelong success through meaningful and inclusive programs and resources.
Position DescriptionThe Graduate Assistant for Fitness is an integral role within the fitness operations leadership team of the Leonard J. Kaplan Center for Wellness. The 216,000 sq. ft. state-of-the-art facility opened in the Fall 2016 and has afforded the department expanded opportunities in fitness programs. The Graduate Assistant for Fitness works in collaboration with professional staff and students to grow the program and program offerings. Over the two-year commitment, the Graduate Assistant provides leadership in fitness operations with opportunities to assist in other areas.Task & SupervisionThe Graduate Assistant for Fitness Operations reports to the Fitness Coordinator for Personal Training and Operations and indirectly to the Fitness Administrative Team. It is expected that the Graduate Assistant for Fitness functions independently under the oversight of their direct supervisor.The Graduate Assistant for Fitness is responsible for the daily operations of the informal fitness facility areas and operations including the comprehensive management of Fitness Assistants (hiring, training, payroll, evaluation, etc.), procedural development in fitness areas and progressing programming to meet the needs of the Department of Recreation and Wellness. Minimum Qualifications To be eligible for appointments as a graduate assistant, you must:
• Maintain academic good standing at all times (3.0).
• Be enrolled full-time, which is generally a minimum of 9 credits.
• Make satisfactory progress toward your degree as defined by your academic program and the Graduate School.
• Meet the requirements to be eligible for employment in the U.S. Additional Minimum Qualifications Special Instructions to Applicants Number of Months per Year 9 Org #-Department Recreation and Wellness - 44801 Posting Begin Date 07/19/2024 Posting Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Supplemental Questions

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