Ga - Pre-Professional - Campus Recreation - Fitness Program - Fall 2024 - Spring 2025

Job no: 518091
Work type: On Campus
Location: Normal, Illinois

Title: GA - Pre-Professional - Campus Recreation - Fitness Program - Fall 2024 - Spring 2025
Division Name: Student Affairs
Department:Campus Recreation
Campus Location: Normal, IL

Job Summary

The Graduate Assistant will become integrally involved in all facets of Fitness programming for the department. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
-Assisting with the development and coordination of fitness special events and instructional programs.
-Assisting with the development and implementation of fitness class formats.
-Teaching group fitness classes and personal training as needed.
-Coordinating and implementing surveys and inputting results.
-Planning and evaluating program publicity.
-Mentoring student team members.
-Assisting with participant data collection and statistical analysis.
-Hiring, training, supervising and evaluating instructors and personal trainers.
-Participating in coordinating, programming, and scheduling student team members.
-Assist in conducting and planning monthly team member meetings and development sessions.
-Update and implement instructor training and staff manuals.
-Inventory control of equipment and music.
-Maintaining equipment and assessing equipment needs.
-Assist in teaching the ACE Group Fitness Prep Course and ACE Personal Training Prep Course.
-Collaborate with other Campus Recreation team members and assist with department events as needed.
-Serve as an instructor for American Red Cross CPR/AED/First Aid classes for Campus Recreation team members.
-Other duties may be assigned as deemed necessary by the department.

Additional Information

Campus Recreation encourages the campus community to embrace fun and well-being through movement, challenge, and play.
The Fitness Program encompasses Group Fitness and Personal Training. The Fitness program provides a comprehensive schedule of group fitness classes, custom class programs and individual, partner and small group personal training for students, faculty/staff, and other members. Participants have an opportunity to experience over 60 different classes weekly taught by student instructors. The energy-packed, diverse Group Fitness program gives participants the opportunity to achieve their fitness goals. Personal Trainers work closely with clients to provide safe and efficient workouts with innovative ways to improve client's health while helping them achieve their fitness goals. Questions specific to the position may be directed to Krista Gooris (309-438-3704, kgooris@ilstu.edu).

Salary Rate / Pay Rate

$1974 per month

Required Qualifications

1. Eligible for appointment as per the requirements in the Graduate Assistant Handbook which can be found at http://hr.illinoisstate.edu/downloads/GA_Handbook.pdf
2. Must be a degree seeking graduate student at Illinois State University in the School of Kinesiology and Recreation (KNR), Family and Consumer Sciences, Nutrition, or Public Health.

Preferred Qualifications

1. Bachelor's Degree in Exercise Science, Physical Education, Recreation or related field.
2. Applicants with a National Fitness Certification (AFAA, ACE, NASM, NSCA, ACSM) preferred.
3. Experience in group fitness and personal training is highly recommended.
4. Experience in event and program management recommended.
5. Experience in incentive programs preferred.
6. Possess a current American Red Cross CPR/AED/BBP and First Aid Basic Certification.
7. Possess a current American Red Cross AED/CPR/BBP and First Aid Instructor Certification.
8. Valid Driver's License and/or ability to obtain valid Driver's License.
9. American Red Cross CPR/AED/BBP and First Aid Basic Certification or willingness to obtain certification.
10. American Red Cross CPR/AED/BBP and First Aid Instructor Certification or willingness to obtain certification.

Work Hours

TBD

Proposed Starting Date

August 1st, 2024

Required Applicant Documents

Resume & Cover Letter

Please Note: These documents are required to be submitted online in order to complete the application process. Please have these documents ready prior to clicking on "Apply"

Special Instructions for Applicants

This is a 9.5 month Graduate Assistantship, with a contract period August 1, 2024 - May 15, 2025. As a GA, you will be expected to adhere to the University Administrative Calendar and all expectations as set forth in the offer letter. An extension of this appointment is available, pending satisfactory performance.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: April 1, 2024 or until position is filled.
Note: If you have not yet been assigned a University ID, but are interested in applying for this graduate assistantship, please proceed with the graduate assistant application process. For the first question regarding your University ID, simply enter in nine (9) zeros (e.g., 000000000).
You must be eligible for employment in the United States and at Illinois State University and/or for the number of hours required for the position.
If you are an international student the rules/laws for your visa status may place limits on your employment eligibility. Students are responsible for knowing and following all applicable visa status rules/laws. If you are not certain whether your visa status allows you to accept an assistantship or additional work hours, contact the International Student and Scholar Services immediately for clarification. The University cannot grant exceptions to visa status rules/laws.

Contact Information for Applicants

Questions concerning this position may be directed to Angel Seal, Office Manager, aseal@ilstu.edu, (309) 438-0750.

Important Information for Applicants

This position is subject to a criminal background investigation and if applicable, an employment history review, based on University Policy 3.1.30 and any offer of employment is contingent upon you passing a satisfactory criminal background investigation and/or an employment history review. You may not begin work until the criminal background investigation results have been received and cleared by Human Resources.

Illinois State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or other state or federal law you may request an accommodation by contacting the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access at (309) 438-3383. The Office of Equal Opportunity and Access will hold any confidential information you provide in confidence.

If you are having difficulty accessing the system, please call Human Resources at (309) 438-8311.