Graduate Assistant, Recreation and Intramurals

Job Description Summary

Under the direction of Director of Fitness and Recreation, this position will focus on recreation and intramural programming at Saint Leo University, as well as the supervision of the Saint Leo University Wellness Center.

Job Description

Duties and Tasks:

• Interview, hire and train student officials and scorekeepers for the intramural program and other recreation programming such as the lakefront and special events.

• Conduct employee training sessions and sport specific meetings for student workers.

• Update rules and policies for all intramural sports, including softball, volleyball, flag football, basketball, soccer, beach volleyball, kickball, dodgeball, pickleball, and tennis.

• Research recreation programming needs of students, faculty, and staff, including long range strategic planning and providing recommendations.

• Attend University activities and involvement fairs to promote recreation and intramural programs.

• Create weekly schedule for federal work study employees.

• Inspect, maintain, and keep inventory of all recreation and intramural equipment.

• Purchase sporting goods for recreation and intramural programming as needed.

• Work with the Assistant Director of Aquatics and Fitness on aquatics and lakefront programming. Collaborate with other departments on campus such as Residence Life, First Year Experience and Student Affairs.

• Develop and execute a marketing plan for recreation and intramurals.

• Provide setup and breakdown for recreation and Wellness Center Events, facility maintenance, and place work orders with Facilities Management as needed.

• Supervise the daily operation of the Wellness Center as the Manager on duty, as scheduled.

• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge:

• Preferred CPR/AED and First Aid Certification required or must obtain within one month of hire date.

• Demonstrated experience in implementing policies and procedures.

• Knowledge of industry safety standards.

• Previous Knowledge of recreation and sports is preferred.

Skills:

• Strong leadership, organization, written, and verbal communication skills.

• Hire, train, supervise and evaluate student workers.

• Strong personal initiative, innovation, and self-motivation.

• Dependable, creative thinker who is outgoing, reliable, and punctual.

Abilities:

• Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including early mornings, nights, and

• weekends.

• Must be able to supervise student employees similar in age.

• Must be able to lift objects up to 50lbs, as well as bending and reaching, which may be

• required in some instances.

• Exposure to sun and heat for long periods of time.

• Ability to ability to prioritize, organize and multitask.

• Ability and willingness to take charge and manage stress for self and others.

• Ability to work as part of a professional team that collaborates effectively with

• colleagues.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS / QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university.
• Must be eligible and accepted into a graduate program at Saint Leo University

ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are a representation of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The term “qualified individual with a disability” means an individual with a disability who, with or without reasonable accommodation, can perform the essential functions of this position.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate professionally in person, over the telephone, through email and other electronic means, move about the office and University, handle various types of media and equipment, and visually or otherwise identify, observe, and assess. The employee is occasionally required to lift up to 10 pounds unless otherwise specified in the job description.

NOTICE:

The intent of this job description is to provide a representation of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the total specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position.  Employees may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. Saint Leo University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces diversity as a critical step in ensuring employee, student, and graduate success.

Why Work at Saint Leo?

What it’s Like to Work Here: Ask our employees and the one word they’d use to describe working at Saint Leo University is “Community.” Our team members all share the Saint Leo core values, positive attitudes, and problem-solving abilities, enabling them to provide excellent student centered service. Our mission is educating and preparing students for life and leadership in a challenging world.  Thank you for your interest in joining the Saint Leo PRIDE!

We are committed to providing our employees with the support they need. At Saint Leo, we offer an array of medical, dental, and vision packages as well as several add-on perks to make your benefits package truly customizable to you and your family needs. Available benefits based on employment status (Full Time vs Part Time).

• FREE Tuition - Employee, Spouse, and Dependents*
• Tuition Exchange Opportunity - Dependent of Employees*
• Generous Paid Leave - Sick, Vacation, and Holidays
• Comprehensive Group Health Plan (Medical, Dental, and Vision)
• Group Medical Plan includes Teledoc, Surgery Plus, Wellness Incentive Program and more!
• 100% Employer-Funded Health Reimbursement Account
• 100% Employer-Paid Short Term Disability Insurance
• 100% Employer-Funded Employee Assistance Program (healthcare and dependent options)
• Employer-provided life insurance
• Discounted On-Campus Dining Meal Plans
• Nationwide Pet Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 403b Retirement Plan
• Wellness Center

*Eligibility based on meeting required service period