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Under the direction of specialized professional staff, SIUE Campus Recreation Graduate Assistants are responsible for assisting within their area of specialization in addition to supporting the collective team effort of the Campus Recreation Department. Graduate assistants typically oversee some level of student personnel and are charged with harnessing their work potential while contributing to the development of all students.

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Salary Information:
Each graduate assistant position offers a full-in/out-of-state tuition waiver plus a stipend of $1250.40 per month for the first year and a longevity bonus of $1319.20 per month in the second year. Professional development resources are also available. The employee is responsible for student fees. Per Internal Revenue Service regulations (IRC 127), federal taxes will be withheld on tuition waiver amounts exceeding $5,250 in the calendar year (January-December).

Aquatics & Facility Operations Graduate Assistant Position Description (Anticipated Opening – Fall 2027)
Facilities & Operations Graduate Assistant Position Description (Anticipated Opening – Fall 2028)
Fitness Operations Graduate Assistant Position Description (Anticipated Opening – Fall 2028)
Member Services & Operations Graduate Assistant Position Description (Anticipated Opening - Fall 2027)
Operations and Student Development Graduate Assistant Position Description (Anticipated Opening - Fall 2028)
Marketing and Strategic Engagement Graduate Assistant Position Description (Anticipated Opening - Fall 2028)
Fitness and Wellness Programs Graduate Assistant Position Description (Anticipated Opening - Fall 2028)
Recreational Sport - Intramural & Club Sports Graduate Assistant Position Description (Anticipated Opening - Fall 2028)

Aquatics & Facility Operations Graduate Assistant (Anticipated Opening - Fall of 2027)

The Aquatics and Facility Operations Graduate Assistant will split time between two responsible areas (aquatics and Recreation Operations). In Aquatics, this position will include student-lifeguard personnel management and other aquatics supervision duties of the SIUE Vadalabene Center Indoor Pool (25 yards, 6 lanes, 1-meter springboard). The responsibilities for this position include but are not limited to developing and conducting training in-services for 10-15 lifeguards; recruiting, training, scheduling, and evaluating lifeguards, assisting with student payroll, budget planning, policy development, and the equipment inventory/purchasing process as necessary.

The recreation operations aspect of this position will rotate into the supervision of activities and events housed within the exclusive recreational space of the Student Fitness Center and the shared recreation space in the Vadalabene Center and other auxiliary facilities (200,000 total sq. ft.). These facilities include a total of six basketball courts, a 25-yard pool, two climbing areas, two group fitness rooms, a cycling room, a multi-sport court, two informal fitness/strength areas, a dedicated weight room, indoor jogging track, racquetball courts, multipurpose areas, and two member service stations, all of which typically operate seven days a week. This position may also have opportunities to specialize and have advanced roles in areas such as indoor climbing gym leadership, bike share program oversight and/or risk management, and emergency action plan training. A combined workload of an average of 20 hours per week is expected with some early morning, evening, and weekend work required.
Applicants are encouraged to apply early. Review of applicants will begin immediately and positions will close as they are filled.

SUBMIT (EMAIL OR HARDCOPY) LETTER OF APPLICATION (COVER LETTER), RESUME, UNOFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT(S), AND LIST OF THREE CURRENT REFERENCES WITH PHONE NUMBERS, TO Natalie Hawkins, Associate Director - Recreation Programs, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, Campus Box 1157, Edwardsville, IL 62026, Phone: 618-650-5392, Email: nrosale@siue.edu.

Facilities & Operations Graduate Assistant (Anticipated Opening - Fall of 2028)

The Campus Recreation Facilities and Operations Graduate Assistant position will require an emphasis on Campus Recreation operations including some direct facility supervision on a rotating schedule. Additional specialization options are also available in the areas of facilities/operations, fitness, member services, climbing, or student-employee development. This position has been intentionally designed to have an emphasis on teamwork and flexibility as our department seeks to remain well poised to serve our participants through evolving conditions.

This position will also serve on a team that oversees and supports the activities housed within the dedicated recreational space of the Student Fitness Center and the shared recreation space in the Vadalabene Center and other auxiliary facilities (200,000 total sq. ft.). These facilities include a total of six basketball courts, a 25-yard pool, two climbing areas, two group fitness rooms, a cycling room, a multi-sport court, two informal fitness/strength areas, a dedicated weight room, indoor jogging track, racquetball courts, multipurpose areas, and two member service stations all of which typically operate seven days a week. A combined workload of an average of 20 hours per week is expected; some early morning, evening, and weekend work is required. See the full Facilities & Operations Graduate Assistant job description here.

SUBMIT (EMAIL OR HARDCOPY) LETTER OF APPLICATION (COVER LETTER), RESUME, UNOFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT(S), AND LIST OF THREE CURRENT REFERENCES WITH CONTACT INFORMATION TO Dave Hagedorn, Associate Director - Facilities, Operations, and Informal Recreation, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, Phone: 618-650-3236, Email: dhagedo@siue.edu.

Fitness Operations Graduate Assistant (Anticipated Opening - Fall of 2028)

The Graduate Assistant (Fitness Operations) is responsible for providing assistance in the coordination, guidance, supervision, and direction of informal fitness operations and personnel. This includes developing schedules, hiring, training, supervising, evaluating up to 25 fitness attendants and maintaining and troubleshooting equipment in the main facility and six satellite facilities. Equipment includes cardio, selectorized strength, plate loaded, free weights and racks/platforms. This position has been intentionally designed to have an emphasis on teamwork and flexibility as our department seeks to remain well poised to serve our participants through evolving conditions.

This position will also serve on a team that oversees and supports the activities housed within the dedicated recreational space of the Student Fitness Center and the shared recreation space in the Vadalabene Center and other auxiliary facilities (200,000 total sq. ft.). These facilities include a total of six basketball courts, a 25-yard pool, two climbing areas, two group fitness rooms, a cycling room, a multi-sport court, two informal fitness/strength areas, a dedicated weight room, indoor jogging track, racquetball courts, multipurpose areas, and two member service stations all of which typically operate seven days a week. A combined workload of an average of 20 hours per week is expected; some early morning, evening, and weekend work is required. See the full Fitness Operations Graduate Assistant job description here.

SUBMIT (EMAIL OR HARDCOPY) LETTER OF APPLICATION (COVER LETTER), RESUME, UNOFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT(S), AND LIST OF THREE CURRENT REFERENCES WITH CONTACT INFORMATION, TO Chas Campbell. Fitness Specialist, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, Phone: 618-650-5395, Email: charcam@siue.edu.

Member Services & Operations Graduate Assistant (Anticipated Opening - Fall of 2027)

The Member Services Graduate Assistant will provide leadership and work with all facets of Member Services and Operations with a significant emphasis on Reception Desk and Equipment Issue student-staff personnel management, scheduling, training, and evaluation. Other areas of responsibility include but are not limited to reconciling daily deposits, monthly reports to other SIUE departments, student-staff development, and evolving needs of the Campus Recreation unit.

This position will also rotate into the supervision of activities and events housed within the exclusive recreational space of the Student Fitness Center and the shared recreation space in the Vadalabene Center and other auxiliary facilities (200,000 total sq. ft.). These facilities include a total of six basketball courts, a 25-yard pool, two climbing areas, two group fitness rooms, a cycling room, a multi-sport court, two informal fitness/strength areas, a dedicated weight room, indoor jogging track, racquetball courts, multipurpose areas, and two member service stations all of which typically operate seven days a week. A combined workload of an average of 20 hours per week is expected with some early morning, evening, and weekend work required. See the full Member Services & Operations Graduate Assistant job description here.

SUBMIT (EMAIL OR HARDCOPY) LETTER OF APPLICATION (COVER LETTER), RESUME, UNOFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT(S), AND LIST OF THREE CURRENT REFERENCES WITH PHONE NUMBERS, TO Dave Hagedorn, Associate Director - Facilities, Operations, and Informal Recreation, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, Campus Box 1157, Edwardsville, IL 62026, Phone: 618-650-3236, Email: dhagedo@siue.edu.

Operations and Student Development Graduate Assistant (Anticipated Opening - Fall of 2028)

This position will lead to a team of student facility supervisors in in addition to being a lead contributor to total student employee development for the department of Campus Recreation. This role will include student hiring, training, evaluation and ongoing support. This graduate assistant is also the primary scheduler for facility supervisors which includes student facility supervisors in addition to rotational inclusion of some graduate assistants and professional staff require an emphasis on Campus Recreation operations including direct facility supervision on a rotating schedule.

This position is intentionally designed to have an emphasis on teamwork and flexibility as our department seeks to remain well poised to serve our participants through evolving climates. This position will oversee and support the activities housed within the dedicated recreational space of the Student Fitness Center and the shared recreation space in the Vadalabene Center and other auxiliary facilities (200,000 total sq. ft.). These facilities include a total of six basketball courts, 25-yard pool, two climbing areas, two group fitness rooms, cycling room, multi-sport court, two informal fitness/strength areas, a dedicated weight room, track, racquetball courts, multipurpose areas and two member service stations all of which typically operate seven days a week. A combined workload of an average of 20 hours per week is expected; some early morning, evening and weekend work is required. Additional specialized leadership roles may also be available in climbing gym supervision, bike share program coordination and/or other operational areas based upon needs and interests and background of the graduate assistant. See the full Facilities & Operations Graduate Assistant job description here.

SUBMIT (EMAIL OR HARDCOPY) LETTER OF APPLICATION (COVER LETTER), RESUME, UNOFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT(S), AND LIST OF THREE CURRENT REFERENCES WITH PHONE NUMBERS, TO Michael Bates – Coordinator Facilities, Operations and Student Development, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, Campus Box 1157, Edwardsville, IL 62026, Phone: 618-650-3241, Email: micbate@siue.edu.

Marketing and Strategic Engagement Graduate Assistant (Anticipated Opening - Fall of 2028)

The Marketing and Strategic Engagement Graduate Assistant is responsible for assisting in the planning, development, and implementation of the overall marketing plan to promote, enhance, and cultivate interest in the programs, services, and facilities offered by Campus Recreation. The Marketing GA is primarily responsible for the hiring, training, and evaluation of marketing-related student staff, such as graphic designers. Other responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Providing assistance with Campus Recreation-sponsored special events. Collaborate with all staff members to share information to use for the strategic marketing plan; goal setting for each program area. Assist with the planning of marketing needs for upcoming events to determine timelines for promotional campaigns and publicity distribution. Identify factors that indicate recruitment and retention of student through recreation activities, such as special events, resource tables, orientation fairs, etc. Have experience using Adobe InDesign, social media, and other marketing software to maintain social media presence. Evaluate usage of social media platforms through measurement and analysis of platform reach and engagement. Examples include, but are not limited to, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, Twitter, and Snapchat.

Fitness and Wellness Programs Graduate Assistant (Anticipated Opening - Fall of 2028)

The Graduate Assistant (Fitness) is responsible for assisting in the coordination, guidance, supervision, and direction of fitness programming and service components of the Campus Recreation program. The Graduate Assistant (Fitness) will oversee operations related to personal training programming, group fitness programming, and wellness center operations , including fitness assessments and fitness consultations. The Graduate Assistant (Fitness) will oversee the staff of Group Fitness instructors and Personal Trainers. The Graduate Assistant (Fitness) will assist the Associate Director in developing schedules, hiring, training, supervising, and evaluating the fitness program staff, placing clients with personal trainers, and creating continuing education opportunities for staff. In addition, the Graduate Assistant (Fitness) will assist in developing, organizing, implementing and evaluating fitness-related educational programs and special events for the SIUE community. Evenings and/or weekend work are required to supervise programs, activities, and facilities to maintain adequate contact with staff.

Recreational Sports - Intramural & Club Sports Graduate Assistant (Anticipated Opening - Fall of 2028)

The Recreational Sport Programs GA is responsible for assisting in the planning, development, and implementation of all individual/dual and team sport activities, including but not limited to Intramural Leagues and Club Sport Teams. Other responsibilities include, but are not limited to: developing and conducting training clinics; recruiting, training, scheduling, and evaluating student employees, along with staff development; promoting intramural and club sports; and assisting with student payroll, budget planning, policy development, and the equipment inventory/purchasing process as necessary. Additional responsibilities may include assisting with campus-wide special events as well as departmental wide programming in the area of Aquatics, Fitness and Wellness. This individual will also assist in all related administrative duties. A combined workload of 20 hours per week is expected.

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville is authorized to operate as a postsecondary educational institution by the Illinois Board of Higher Education.